The February Thursday evening restaurant venue is Claim Jumper Clackamas on 2/9/12 at 7:00pm.

High Plains Drifter ? There's a new sheriff in the Gorge and a whole new way of looking at the Glenwood Klickitat ride. Check it out !

The One Motorcycle Show is back now as a two day event on Friday 2/10/12 and Saturday 2/11/12 in a new venue at 420 NE 9th Avenue Portland OR 97232. Check out the event website for further details and exact opening times.

To access the 2011 and previous years' rides, click on the ride schedules in the PAST section of the menu to the left of this home page.

So you think you've got low speed handling down ? Check out this video.

This site was created for motorcyclists in the United States Pacific Northwest, but is dedicated to enthusiasts everywhere.

Open Road Rider is a focal point for those who enjoy riding alone or in groups. There are no formal memberships, committees or dues, just a common interest in sport touring motorcycling.

Weekend day rides start and end in Portland, OR, USA and cover 200 - 400 miles. Short hops to trendy coffee bars are not us. All makes and models welcome, in roadworthy condition.

We meet the second Thursday evening of every month at a Portland area restaurant at around 7:00pm to talk about forthcoming rides and our favorite topics, street motorcycle riding and touring.

If you have comments or questions about the web site or other motorcycle related subjects, contact us by clicking here.

© 1998-2011 Open Road Rider

The information provided at this site and the activities it promotes are presented in good faith.

Motorcycling has inherent dangers.

If you are a beginner, returning to the sport or think you know it all, get rider training.

Always wear a DOT / Snell approved helmet, protective clothing and eyewear.

Inspect and maintain your motorcycle regularly.

Always show consideration for fellow riders, pedestrians and other road users.

Above all, get out and ride. It's later than you think...