Dunblane Sightseeing

On arrival you will settle into your room and enjoy the hotels leisure facilities. When the entire tour party have arrived, we will arrange a gathering so that you can meet one and other. You will continue to learn about your fellow riders at dinner where you may have the opportunity to meet a group at the end of their tour. This provides an opportunity to familiarise yourselves whilst sharing stories and experiences.

If we have not done so in advance we also try to gather information of what you want to gain from the tour. Some have particular sights they wish to see, other scenic areas they want to pass through and some want to improve their riding. Whatever you want we shall try to accommodate during your stay. Some of the tours we operate from Dunblane are fixed base tour so non-riding family members who have accompanied riders shall also be advised of what there is to see that is easily reachable from the hotel.

After dinner the new group will be given a briefing as to the plan for riding especially because some have come from foreign lands where they ride on the opposite side of the road. They will be introduced to their machines although it is unlikely that any riding will take place at that time. Riders can have one to one sessions with our tour guides to explain what they hope to achieve from the tour and we shall do our utmost to incorporate any requests into the planned activity for week ahead. Riders who feel they are lacking in skill might find this session beneficial to identify areas of weakness that we shall strive to rectify before the tour ends. Our Tour Guides are all certified advanced riders willing to pass on knowledge and advice if requested.

Depending on the tour you have joined during your stay at Dunblane we might cover many different parts of Scotland from the Borders to the Highlands. Along the way we shall visit famous town and cities together with beauty spots. Although we try to avoid congested roads we accept that some of our visitors might want to visit places of interest in cities such as those with Royal connections in Edinburgh including the Palace of Holyrood, Edinburgh Castle and the Yacht Britannia we would suggest that venues such as Linlithgow Palace, Stirling Castle, Doune Castle and Scone Palace will be easier to access and provide an interesting short stop.

Some of our tours include short stops at places of industrial interest such as New Lanark, the Falkirk Wheel, Summerlee museum or steam railways at Bo'ness & Kinneal and used in Outlander, Strathspey and the Fort William to Mallaig line may be familiar as they have been used in Harry Potter films.

Buildings of architectural importance including country estates like Hopetoun House and Gosford House as used in Outlander and other TV and Film productions always make an interesting stop and where there is interest within a group we shall try to incorporate such stops in the planned tours.

If you really want to visit some of the landmarks above or others that are not part of the structured tour this is best done by adding extra days before or after the motorcycle tour.

Scotland's weather can be unpredictable and although we are happy to take riders on tour come rain hail or shine we accept that this is not for everyone and so we have a range of shorter day trips available which will stop off at main tourist attractions a number of which are indoors so that there is always something to do no matter what the weather throws at us!

Dunblane, Anstruther, Montrose, Blairgowrie (210 miles)

This will head East leading through the Campsie towns of Alva, Tillicoultry and Dollar then onwards to Kinross and Coupar before stopping for Morning Coffee at the largest of the village in the East Neuk, Anstruther, famed for its harbour and Scottish Fisheries Museum (circa 60 miles).

Then we head North following the coast through the world renowned home of golf, St Andrews, over the Tay Bridge to Dundee and on up the coast through Carnoustie and Arbroath to arrive at the quaint seaside town of Montrose where we stop for Lunch (circa 60 miles).

We now take a Westerly route through Brechin and Kirriemuir to arrive at Blairgowrie in time for Afternoon Tea (circa 40 miles).

The final leg heads south through Crieff to bring us back to Dunblane in time for Dinner (circa 50 miles) bringing your total journey for today to around 210 miles

Dunblane, Braemar, Aviemore, Aberfeldy (circa 245 miles)

This is one of our longer journeys and so we begin with a quick burn Northwards up the A9 to Perth before joining more interesting roads including passing Scone Palace, where ancient Kings of Scotland were crowned, the worlds Highest Hedge at Meikleour, and on to Braemar in the heart of Royal Deeside and the home of the Highland Games where we stop for a Coffee Break (circa 75 miles).

We then continue our journey circling the Cairngorms including crossing the Cock Bridge to Tomintoul road which is regularly mentioned in traffic news items when snow falls before arriving at Aviemore where we stop for Lunch (circa 60 miles). These roads are twisty and challenging at times but expose some truly breathtaking scenery which all helps make the trip more rewarding.

We will follow the B roads such as the B970 but use the A9 occasionally to effect faster progress as this is a longer than typical journey. We deviate off the A9 shortly after Pitlochry to arrive at Aberfeldy for Afternoon Tea (circa 70 miles).

Continuing our journey south will return us to Dunblane (circa 40 miles) making our total journey for the day about 245 miles which although longer should still only involve about six hours in the saddle due to using main roads at times during the circuit.

Dunblane, Arochar, Oban, Tyndrum (circa 211 miles)

This circuit crosses West from Stirling to Alexandria following the path of yet another old military road before heading North along the west bank of Loch Lomond and onwards to Arrochar where we take our morning Coffee Break (circa 50 miles).

We continue West around the Argyle Forest Park passing "The Cobbler" up to "the rest and be thankful" and onward through Inverary before turning North again for Dalmally then Westwards to Connel where we break for Lunch (circa 55 miles).

Heading North to Ballachulish before starting our return East we next stop at Tyndrum a favourite bikes watering hole for Afternoon Tea (circa 60 miles)

Passing through Crainlarach, Lochearnhead and Callander we arrive back in Dunblane (circa 46 miles) bringing our total for today to about 211 miles.

In the evening we have arranged Regis Whisky Mad to give all present an education into the various Scotch Whisky's and a wee Whisky

Dunblane, Killin, Linlithgow (circa 195 miles)

At the mid tour stage we recognise that some might only wish a half day tour and so we schedule our journey to return to Dunblane for Lunch trying to covered about 100 miles in stage one before heading off for stage two a second 100 mile trip. Each of these legs affords the chance to explore the immediate area in greater detail.

Part one heads West through Doune and onwards to Aberfoyle then crosses the Dukes Pass to join the A84 just west of Callander. We continue along the A84 taking the exit for Killin were we take a Coffee Break (circa 50 miles).

We continue along the North Shore of Loch Tay to Kenmore before heading South to Crieff and back to Dunblane for Lunch (circa 55 miles)

Part two takes gives two choices; the first is to continue bike touring and the second leaves the bike behind whilst you go off on a whisky distillery tour.

The Whisky tour is arranged by Regis who gave the previous evenings talk and is subject to availability and charges.

Those continuing by bike along the banks of the River Forth heading East towards Dunfermilne crossing the Forth Bridge and returning along the southern bank of the Forth stopping at Linlithgow for afternoon Tea (circa 45 miles) before heading back to Dunblane via Slamannan (circa 45 miles) a total of 195 miles for the day

Honda NC700X ABS

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Honda CBR600F ABS

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Honda CBR600F ABS

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Honda Crossrunner 800 ABS

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Honda CBF1000FA ABS

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Honda NT700VA Deauville ABS

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Honda VFR1200

Restrictions: Minimum age 30, minimum experience 5 years, Excess £700

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Suzuki Intruder 800

Suzuki’s middleweight M-series cruiser has all the qualities to appeal to the UK rider. It has a relaxing easy ride, with plenty of performance, comfort and power to make sure the rider has a totally involved experience.

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 3 years, Excess £500

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Suzuki V-strom

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Suzuki Bandit

The GSX1250FA is one of the most impressive sports-tourers available and beneath its fully faired, sporty exterior there beats the heart of a machine that delivers power right through the rev-range. This bike is a picture of comfort for cross-continent touring, but it also has an abundance of torque and superb handling capabilities to give an addictive riding sensation whether you are heading across the channel or down the twisty back-roads closer to home. The Suzuki GSX1250FA is a lot of motorcycle for the money and put very simply, the best value sports tourer on the market.

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Harley-Davidson Dyna Switchback

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 2 years, Excess €2000

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Harley-Davidson Sportster XL1200 Custom

The original Sportster goes large. Around its 1200cc Evolution engine (amongst its many iconic features) it sports a fat front tyre on a steel laced wheel, a wider flatter custom tank, two-tone paint and a two-up classic seat.

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 1 year, Excess £500

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Harley-Davidson Road King

It may look like it's just cruised straight out of the 1950's with its whitewall tyres, classic-styled saddlebags and ‘boulevard looks' but don't be deceived. This Classic tourer has all the 2014 advancements brought in across the Harley Touring range. They have streamlined the front fender to show off more wheel, the controls have been completely redesigned and better laid out making them easier to reach and read. The new high output Twin Cam 103 engine gives higher mid-range power and the ABS, electronically linked brakes provide powerful and safe braking.

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 2 years, Excess €2000

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BMW F800R

From the 'Roadster' range, the F 800 R is an extremely capable motorcycle and makes an excellent touring bike. There is a £40 insurance surcharge for not UK license holders. We will arrange to take riders to the dealers premises to collect. Those who want delivery and uplift at the hotel will be charged an additional fee typically £50 each way

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 1 year, Excess £1500

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Suzuki Intruder 1500

A timelessly styled cruiser that will make you want to take the long way home, every time. The muscular and classic look of the machine is enhanced by a modern feel that moves the cruiser market into a whole new dimension.

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Suzuki Intruder 1800

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BMW F850GS

860 mm seat, 853cc, 70KW (90HP), 92 NM torque, Riding Modes; Rain and Road, ABS Pro, LED Headlight (Low/High beam Headlight), LED Rear Light, LED Indicators, TFT with Connectivity, Adjustable Brake & Clutch Levers, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), USB Port, Cross Spoke Wheels, Adjustable Windscreen

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BMW F750GS

The F 750 GS gives you more power, more comfort, more spirit of GS. N.B. There is a £40 insurance surcharge for non UK license holders. We will arrange to take riders to the dealers premises to collect. Those who want delivery and uplift at the hotel will be charged an additional fee typically £100 each way.

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 1 year, Excess £2000

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BMW R1200RS

When fitted with panniers this makes a great touring bike and is a classic 'roadster' version of the iconic BMW boxer engine. There is a £40 insurance surcharge for not UK license holders. We will arrange to take riders to the dealers premises to collect. Those who want delivery and uplift at the hotel will be charged an additional fee typically £50 each way

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BMW R1250RT

The new R 1250 RT gives you more freedom than ever before. The high torque curve, the elasticity and the irresistible power with fewer gear changes quickly become indispensable companions. N.B. There is a £40 insurance surcharge for non UK license holders. We will arrange to take riders to the dealers premises to collect. Those who want delivery and uplift at the hotel will be charged an additional fee typically £100 each way

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 1 year, Excess £2000

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BMW K1600GTL

The first six cylinder BMW motorcycle and winner of multiple motorcycling awards. N.B. There is a £40 insurance surcharge for non UK license holders. We will arrange to take riders to the dealers premises to collect. Those who want delivery and uplift at the hotel will be charged an additional fee typically £100 each way.

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 1 year, Excess £2500

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BMW R1250GS

The increased engine capacity brings you increased performance 136 HP and 143 Nm maximum torque at 6,250 rpm. N.B. There is a £40 insurance surcharge for non UK license holders. We will arrange to take riders to the dealers premises to collect. Those who want delivery and uplift at the hotel will be charged an additional fee typically £100 each way.

Restrictions: Minimum age 25, minimum experience 1 year, Excess £2000

Weekly Hire From: Pound £1,960