Motorcycle tours are associated with a sense of freedom and adventure, as groups of like-minded people hit the open road with their bikes and take in all the various sights and sounds of nature along the way. Many people think that motorcycle tours are rowdy and grungy affairs, but contrary to popular belief, they can also be luxurious outings that deliver top-tier service while preserving the free and easy-going atmosphere they are known for.
Enter Knowwhere Motorcycle Touring, an agency that hosts private luxury motorcycle tours throughout the Western United States, aimed at the most discerning of travelers. Knowwhere was launched in 2015 by Eddy Schipper, a veteran ski instructor of 47 years and an avid motorcyclist. Schipper has been a ski instructor for 38 seasons at the high-end Deer Valley Resort in Utah, where he learned the fundamentals of luxury service, which he expertly applies to serve the guests of Knowwhere Motorcycle Touring.
Knowwhere’s tour packages, which are open to solo travelers or groups of up to six, include multiple amenities that are not offered by other motorcycle tour agencies. These include a full concierge service, a welcome orientation, door-to-door luggage handling, a professional guide, and a support vehicle stocked with high-quality snacks and beverages to make the tour as smooth as possible.
The tour’s itinerary is flexible, allowing guests to have control of where to go and which sights to see. There are a wide variety of motorcycle models for rent, or Knowwhere can arrange for the shipping of the guest’s own motorcycle to any staging point in the United States. For added peace of mind, the agency provides an optional backup motorcycle, as well as an additional guide for more personalized attention. The tour package is also inclusive of daily breakfast and lunch and entrance to various national parks and attractions.
Guests must be at least 21 years old and are required to have a valid motorcycle endorsement on their driver’s license. For guests who do not have a motorcycle license or are not comfortable with riding a motorcycle in the countryside, they can rent three-wheeler Vanderhall Autocycles from Knowwhere, which provide the same open-air feeling of freedom but with added stability.
When designing a tour, Schipper prioritizes guest safety and comfort while ensuring they have as pleasurable an experience as possible. After researching possible routes on Google Maps, Schipper personally rides on all roads and destinations, ensuring they are navigable and safe for the tour guests. Alongside his almost four decades of experience in luxury recreational service, Schipper has an intimate knowledge of the various motorcycle routes in the American West. These allow him to create a unique tour experience that is both liberating and full of top-tier creature comforts.
Ever committed to providing guests with bespoke and exclusive experiences, Knowwhere is proud to announce that LUXlife magazine recognized it as the 2024 Best Luxury Motorcycle Tours in the Western United States and the Luxury Motorcycle Tours Provider of the Year 2025 – Western USA.
Reflecting on this recognition, Schipper says: “People often default to what’s familiar. But familiar isn’t always the best – it’s just what they’re comfortable with. You have to be willing to step out of your comfort zone to get extraordinary experiences. That’s my philosophy when developing Knowwhere Motorcycle Tours. The whole idea is about giving guests something that’s unique and special because so many people just give what’s ordinary. Special includes the little things like finding out what kind of snacks the guests like and other preferences. So when we’re on the road and make a stop, we can get them exactly what they want. We take their luggage in and out and polish their bikes every morning. It’s those little things that turn the experience from ordinary to extraordinary, creating better and long-lasting memories. As I’ve learned from all my years in the luxury service industry, it’s all about the little stuff.”
