Bikes, Beer & Bikinis: Summer 2018 Motorcycle Events

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Americade Touring Motorcycle Rally (June 4-9)

Americade Rally

The Americade rally in beautiful Lake George, New York, boasts the one of the largest Expos with over a million square feet of vendors. These vendors will have displays and demonstrations and include some big names such as Harley-Davidson, Kuryakyn, J&M Audio, Mustang Seats, Dunlop, Michelin, and hundreds more.

There are a number of rides, both group and individual, and they go through stunning routes such as the Adirondacks, covered bridges of Vermont, rivers, lakes, twisty roads, beautiful farmlands, and historical locales. Other activities include a block party with live music, dinner boat cruises, bike judging, stunt shows, riding contests, comedy shows, and a lot more.

Laconia Bike Week 2018 Motorcycle Rally (June 9-17)

Laconia Bike Week

The Laconia Motorcycle Rally in Laconia, New Hampshire is the world’s oldest motorcycle rally, now celebrating it’s 95th year! The rally packs a lot of activities into one week.

Some highlights include the bike swap, charity rides, Harley-Davidson demos, a HOG hospitality tent, jumps and stunts show, bike show, pool tournament, and more. The big entertainment tent is the place to go for live music and entertainment. Laconia is well organized and has a lot to do. A beautiful area to ride and rock out.

Thunder in the Valley (June 21-24)

HD Events Thunder in the Valley

The Johnstown, Pennsylvania event is heavy on hot bikes and rock-n-roll. Bands playing this year include Quiet Riot and Great White. In addition to some great riding, there will be vendors, entertainment, custom bikes and cars.

Displays from numerous motorcycle manufacturers will be located in 4 downtown areas, including Central Park, Biker Mall, Train Station and Peoples Natural Gas Park. A lot of Harleys will be roaring at the Hot Nights/Cool Lights night time parade.

Come on out and make this summer a hot one to remember.

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Longtime automotive journalist S.J. Bryan has been covering the automotive industry for over five years and is an editor with Ford Truck Enthusiasts and regular contributor to F-150 Online, Harley-Davidson Forums, and The Mustang Source, among other popular auto sites.

Bryan first discovered her passion for all things automotive while riding in her parent's 1968 Ford Mustang. The automotive expert cut her teeth growing up riding on Harleys, and her first car was a Chevy Nova. Despite her lead foot, Bryan has yet to receive a speeding ticket.

The award-winning former playwright was first published at age 18. She has worked extensively as a writer and editor for a number of lifestyle and pop culture publications. The diehard gearhead is a big fan of American muscle cars, sixth-gen Ford trucks, and Oxford commas.

S.J. can be reached at sherryjbry@gmail.com.