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Motorcycling Baja

Posted on November 19, 2012January 30, 2021 by Charles
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Motorcycling Baja is like taking motorcycling to a whole new level. The Baja Peninsula stretches southwards for almost 800 miles from the United States border. It offers almost twice that much coastline as the Pacific Ocean borders it to the west and the Sea of Cortez to the east. It’s no small wonder that Baja is a popular place for motorcycling as very few places in the world offer such gorgeous roadside views. Whether you’re an experienced rider who is comfortable riding alone or a first-timer who wants to join a tour group. Baja is more than ready to provide you with an awesome time aboard your two-wheeled machine.

motorcycle off road baja

Part of the appeal of motorcycling in Baja is that there are just so many interesting places to stop. For one thing, the seemingly endless coastline hides numerous beaches, coves, and unnamed fishing villages. It’s possible to find stretches of coast that are completely devoid of other people if that’s what makes you tick. Many motorcycle riders even like to bring their fishing poles and camping gear along when they visit Baja so that they can break their day into short jaunts on the road and really make the most out of their trips.

Riders that are looking for a full-fledged adventure might even choose to ride around the whole of the Baja Peninsula on their motorcycles. If this sounds like something you might want to do, you need to be sure to have plenty of experience. Even the quickest and most experienced riders take several weeks to circumnavigate Baja.

 

North Baja Map
Map of Baja North

Most people choose to just motorcycle down part of the peninsula instead of the whole thing. One of the most popular routes to take is to cross the border at San Diego and take the main road through Tijuana. You can head down as far south as you’d like, stopping whenever you please along the way. When you’re tired or your time runs out, you can simply turn around, take the main highway back up the coast, pass once again through Tijuana, and make your way across the border. It can be a very simple, relaxing, and entertaining trip.

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off-road motorcycle Mexico

If you don’t have your own motorcycle, there are several bike rentals and tour groups available in Baja. Renting a motorcycle for a week or two is a fun way to see the country from the seat. If you’re a true beginner but like the idea of two-wheel fun, there are a number of motorcycle tour groups to choose from. Several of them even leave from the United States, particularly San Diego, so you don’t have to travel all the way to Mexico just to get set up with a group.

Quad Off-Road in Mexico
Quad Off-Road in Mexico

Motorcycling in Baja is a once-in-a-lifetime activity. It’s so close to the United States and can be so affordable that you’d be silly not to head back for seconds.

Even though it’s close to the border and feels like home, you need Mexican Car Insurance or Mexican Motorcycle Insurance, or both! , you still need Mexican Car Insurance from a Mexican Company. Get the best coverage and prices here: MexInsurance.com®

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6 thoughts on “Motorcycling Baja”

  1. Will M. says:
    February 6, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    where are bike rentals located in Baja that you could rent for a week?

    Reply
  2. Lindsay says:
    December 20, 2014 at 7:19 am

    I too, can not find info about Baja motorycyle or bicycle rentals via Google. If you’ve got any info, please share! Thanks for this resource!

    Reply
    1. gringo says:
      February 5, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      I will start to reach out to local tour operators and see if we can get more information for you. Thanks for reading and sharing your thoughts!!!

      Reply
  3. David Aylmore says:
    December 31, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    I am looking to hire/rent/borrow/buy a mid capacity, adventure style motorcycle, to ride for two or three weeks in Baja Mexico late February early March 2015.
    Any ideas.

    David
    (England)

    Reply
    1. gringo says:
      February 5, 2015 at 4:29 pm

      There are many operators in both Baja and in San Diego who can rent to you or offer a guide. Share your experience with us and we will post it and send you a t-shirt or something. We do not have any rental/tour operators that we know personally…yet.

      Reply
  4. Jonas says:
    October 15, 2016 at 4:06 pm

    I guess you can’t find rental company?
    I know there are tons tour operators but you stated rental company.

    Reply

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