20 Best Motorcycle Movies Ever: A Must-Watch List for Adventure Enthusiasts

The art of adventure and motorcycling go hand in hand. The level of freedom and excitement felt on a bike compares with very little in the world of travel and transport. It’s no surprise that motorcycling has been the subject of many films over the years. These movies tap into the consciousness of riders who are curious for more, always asking questions and always wondering, “Where next?” Here’s a list of 20 motorcycle films that you may have never seen or even heard of, all of which are worth taking a look at.

1. The Motorcycle Diaries  Ernesto Guevara de la Serna, popularly known as Che, embarks on a road trip across South America with his friend Alberto Granado. Their experiences on the journey transform him, offering a profound exploration of the continent and his own awakening.
2. On Any Sunday This documentary on motorcycle racing features stars of the sport, including film star Steve McQueen, a racer in his own right. It offers an insightful look into the passion and thrill of motorcycle racing. 
3. One Week  Follow Ben Tyler on his motorcycle trip from Toronto to Tofino, British Columbia. Stopping at iconic and idiosyncratic landmarks, Ben’s journey becomes a quest to find meaning in his life.       
4. Easy Rider  Two bikers travel from L.A. to New Orleans through the open country and desert lands, meeting a man who bridges a counter-culture gap they were unaware of. 
5. Riding Solo to the Top of the World This film chronicles the unique experience of a lone traveler riding his motorcycle from Mumbai to the remote Changthang Plateau in Ladakh, bordering China. The journey through one of the remotest places on Earth is both challenging and awe-inspiring.
6. On Any Sunday: The Next Chapter Inspired by Bruce Brown’s 1971 documentary “On Any Sunday,” this film chronicles the international sport of motorcycle racing, capturing the passion and dedication of riders. 
7. Long Way Round Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman embark on a grueling quest to motorbike from London to New York. Traveling east through Europe and Asia to Alaska, they experience diverse cultures and overcome numerous challenges. 
8. TT3D: Closer to the Edge This documentary reveals the motivations of motorcycle racers who participate annually in the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, the most dangerous and deadliest event in the sport. 
9. 12 O’Clock Boys A young boy named Pug finds solace in a group of illegal dirt bike riders in West Baltimore. The film explores his coming-of-age story amidst the backdrop of a challenging environment. 
10. The World’s Fastest Indian  The story of New Zealander Burt Munro, who spent years rebuilding a 1920 Indian motorcycle, which helped him set the land speed world record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats in 1967. 
11. Why We Ride This documentary delves into the passion of motorcycle riders and the soul of their machines, celebrating the joy and sense of community found in motorcycling. 
12. The Wild Angels Follow the “Angels,” a San Pedro motorcycle gang, as they party their way through the Coachella Valley while searching for a bike stolen from them, clashing with police along the way. 
13. Dust to Glory A documentary on the Baja 1000, an annual off-road race held in Baja, Mexico. It attracts hundreds of racers, their souped-up machines, and thousands of fans, showcasing the thrill of off-road racing. 
14. Stone After a political assassination is witnessed by one of its members, a motorbike gang becomes the target of a string of murders. A cop joins their ranks to uncover the culprit.
15. Hells Angels on Wheels A gas station attendant named Poet is thrilled when the Hell’s Angels gang accepts him, but he soon learns the brutal reality of their lifestyle. 
16. Choppertown: The Sinners This intimate documentary follows custom chopper builder and punk rocker Kutty Noteboom as he builds his working man’s chopper from the ground up with the help of his biker brothers in the renowned motorcycle club, the Sinners. 
17. Electra Glide in Blue A motorcycle cop patrolling the Arizona highways is desperate to be promoted to Homicide Detective. He investigates a suicide case, believing it to be murder, with a superior officer’s support. 
18. The Wild One Two rival motorcycle gangs terrorize a small town after one of their leaders is thrown in jail, highlighting the chaos and rebellion of the biker culture. 
19. Road to Paloma Wolf, a Native American on the run after avenging his mother’s murder, flees across the desolate American West on his motorcycle, discovering that justice comes at a high cost. 
20. Hell Ride Two rival biker gangs, the Victors and the Six-Six-Six’s, reignite their decades-old rivalry, leading to a violent and explosive confrontation.

These films capture the essence of motorcycle culture, adventure, and the spirit of the open road. Whether you’re a rider yourself or simply fascinated by the world of motorcycling, these movies are sure to inspire and entertain.

source: imdb.com

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