Question 1

Where can I find motorcycle events near Coeur d'Alene?

Accepted Answer

The Events page lists public motorcycle events within about 50 miles of Coeur d'Alene — rides, poker runs, bike nights, and swap meets. Every listing is sourced, and cards note the source when a date or host is uncertain. It is updated regularly through the fall riding season.

Question 2

How do I plan a motorcycle route or group ride?

Accepted Answer

Use the Build a Ride planner. Set a meetup, add an end location, and drop optional midway points — VoidRabbit snaps your line to real roads, gives you mileage and time, and produces a shareable Google Maps link for your group. Choose Direct for the shortest line or Scenic for a longer, twistier ride.

Question 3

What is a scenic motorcycle route near Coeur d'Alene?

Accepted Answer

A favorite local scenic ride is the Lake Coeur d'Alene Scenic Byway (ID-97 from the I-90 exit 22 area toward Harrison), which traces the east shore of the lake. Riders often approach it from the west through Fourth of July Pass on I-90. Build it yourself in the ride planner and pick Scenic for a longer, windier line between two points.

Question 4

Where do I find motorcycle shops or a mechanic in North Idaho?

Accepted Answer

The Board is the local directory for motorcycle shops, mechanics, and rider services in the Inland Northwest. When businesses post bookable service cards, they land here. If the board is empty, no listings have been posted yet.

Question 5

How do motorcycle companies advertise here?

Accepted Answer

Local shops, dealers, and brands can advertise to North Idaho riders. Board product or service cards are $2 a day; banners, shop strips, and event thumbs are also available. See the Advertise page for exact placement sizes, or use Ask about a placement to send your business info to David.

Question 6

Can I post a poker run, bike night, or swap meet?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the public calendar is reviewed before anything posts. Use the Post an event form with the event name, date, time, city, who is leading, and a link. David reviews every submission, so the board stays clean and the calendar stays sourced.