Okay, so I’ve been looking for a good way to plan out motorcycle trips. I heard about Butler Motorcycle Maps and decided to give them a shot. Here’s how it went down.
Getting Started
First, I had to, you know, actually find the maps. It wasn’t too hard, I did some digging and got what I was looking for.
Checking Out the Maps
Once I had the maps, I started looking at them. These things are heavy-duty! Like, seriously thick, waterproof paper. I spilled some coffee on one (don’t ask), and it just wiped right off. No damage at all.
The Detail Inside
The real magic is what’s on the maps. They don’t just show you the main highways. They highlight the best roads for riding, the ones with all the twists and turns. They’re color-coded, too, so you can easily see which roads are supposed to be the most fun.
- Yellow: These are the “good” roads, a step up from the boring ones.
- Red: The “great” roads, the ones you really want to ride.
- Orange: These are dirt or gravel roads, for the adventure bikes.
They also mark points of interest, like good places to stop for gas, food, or just to take a break and enjoy the view.
Planning My Route
Using the map, I started planning a weekend trip. I picked out a route that followed mostly red and yellow roads, making sure to hit some cool spots along the way. It was way easier than trying to do it all online, jumping between different websites and apps.
The Ride Itself
The trip was awesome! The roads the map recommended were fantastic. There were some tight corners, some beautiful scenery, and I even found a great little diner that wasn’t on any of my usual apps.
I felt way more confident knowing I had a reliable map that wouldn’t lose signal in the middle of nowhere. Paper is great!
Final Thoughts
Honestly, I’m sold on these maps. They’re tough, they’re detailed, and they made planning and taking my trip so much easier. I’ll be getting more of these for sure. If you’re into motorcycle trips, I would say do some digging, find out, and give these maps a shot.
