Riders seeking motorcycle events in northern Wisconsin have numerous options. Bitterly cold during the winter, this region is home to long stretches of open road through heavily forested rolling hills and rivers---an ideal place to ride. Motorcycle events in this region include a variety of charity events in the form of rallies and road trips. Whether you prefer a rumbling Harley or a sleek new cafe racer, Wisconsin events make the trip worthwhile.
The Great Northern Bike Rally is an annual event held in the town of Crandon. Usually taking place over a weekend during the third week of June, the rally donates a percentage of proceeds to the American Red Cross. Event highlights include street dancing and live rock bands. During the 2010 event, games included a $3,000 poker run as well as a treasure hunt, with first prize taking $1,000, and a raffle for a Harley Street Bob. The event also includes a motorcycle parade and Sunday blessing of the bikes.
Great Northern Bike Rally
3084 State Highway 55
Crandon, WI 54520
715-478-7556
Chopper Fest is an annual charity event currently held at the Broken Spoke Saloon & Campground in the town of Earl. Usually held in early June and lasting a weekend, the festival donates a percentage of proceeds to the Wisconsin Lions Camp for Disabled Children in Rosholt, Wisconsin. Event highlights include a contest to determine the toughest man, wrestling, burnout pits, a poker run, live music and a chopper and bike show. Camping includes primitive and full hook-up sites with hot showers on the Namekagon River.
Chopper Fest
Broken Spoke Saloon & Campground
W. 4606 U.S. Highway 63
Earl, WI 54888
715-635-4888
brokenspokecampground.com
The Rusk County Honor the Fallen Motorcycle Rides begins in the town of Ladysmith. For 2010, three rides were scheduled during May, June and September as a fundraiser for U.S. soldiers who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. A pancake breakfast will precede a 100-mile trip with two scheduled stops each ride. Additionally, the 2010 rides will raise money for the Andrew Matus Mechanical Engineering Scholarship Fund through the sale of merchandise and a raffle during dinner after the return trip to Ladysmith.
Rusk County Honor the Fallen Motorcycle Rides
715-532-4848
