3 places every motorcyclist should visit

Every year there are tons of events and rally's held through out the country for motorcyclists. I've compiled a short list of 3 places you should visit if you're an avid motorcyclist. These events and tours will only make your love of riding grow and you will meet tons of great people while you're at it. As always, before you head out on a road trip make sure that you are equipped with all the proper motorcycle accessories!

1. If you can make it down to Florida for Daytona Bike Week, you should! This is always an exciting and fun experience. The streets and bars are literally packed with people and bikes (as you can imagine). And when you're down there, don't forget to ride the Loop, a beautiful ride spanning 22 miles of open road and curves that will demonstrate some of Florida's best scenery.

2. Similar to Daytona, is the yearly motorcycle rally that takes place in Sturgis, South Dakota. Every year thousands of bike enthusiasts gather for this spectacular event. Set against a rural setting, bikers and vendors alike line the main street, this experience is one that you’ll never forget.

3. Cruise the West Coast - California has some of the most breath-taking scenery the country has to offer. If one has the opportunity, the west coast offers some of finest roads for touring. 110 miles spanning the coast of California, from Morro Bay to Monterey, or vice versa, this route offers amazing scenery and great roadside amenities. It has been voted into the list "Ten best drives" and dubbed as "one of the most scenic rides in America".

These are only 3 of the great rides can take to add excitement to your riding. There are plenty of beautiful places and great rallies to attend year after year to suit your tastes. Don't forget to prepare well for your trips, and pre-plan where you will stay.