Why You Should Ditch Car Rentals for Motorcycles in Las Vegas

Jan 11, 2022

Anyone who has been to Las Vegas is familiar with the traffic jams and the city’s abundance of pedestrians. Getting from point A to point B in Vegas can be a nightmare, especially with shuttles, tour buses, and carpools. You know who doesn’t have that problem? Motorcyclists. The ability to maneuver through traffic and park where cars can’t, is one of the best perks of traveling by motorcycle.

We know that part of the Vegas experience is the chance to live large. Car rental sites in the area are well aware of the desire to drive fine autos while vacationing in Vegas. While you’ll find plenty of car rental options online, you will not find motorcycles. For that, you need Riders Share. We offer several economical options in the area, but today, we share top picks from our inventory of luxury motorcycles to help speed up your Vegas experience. Need more trip ideas? Read the Motorcycle Trip Ideas Between Las Vegas and Phoenix, Arizona and Best Motorcycle Riding Near Las Vegas articles.

Before we dive in, consider your destinations before you can decide which ride is best suited for the job. There is no shortage of amazing destinations and must-sees in and around Las Vegas. Here are just a few for your perusal along with how far each destination is from the strip, and a motorcycle recommendation for your excursion. The right information can help make the best choice for your needs when it’s time to rent a street bike. Have your heart set on a Harley? Check out the How to Rent a Harley-Davidson Cruiser Motorcycle for our renting tips.

1. Grand Canyon West and the Ducati Multistrada

Located about two hours from the Las Vegas strip, the Grand Canyon West Rim is an opportunity to see one of the world’s natural wonders. Challenge your fear of heights on the glass-bottomed sky bridge or take flight down the zipline about a mile from the canyon. Excursions to the area often don’t include transportation, so visitors have to source their own transport. That’s where we come in. 

You’ll see the rows of cars and buses backing up as tourists flock to this site. A car rental can get you there, but a Ducati touring bike is even better. If you’re looking for power, look no further than the Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro. It’s fast, comfortable for those longer rides, and loaded with useful features. You’ve got a USB charging port, and usually some luggage options. If the Grand Canyon is on your itinerary, a Ducati in Las Vegas can be your trusted companion.

2. Shark Reef Aquarium and Harley-Davidson’s Road Glide Special

Keep the adrenaline rushing at Mandalay Bay’s Shark Reef Aquarium. Located at the intersection of the strip and Hacienda Avenue, the aquarium is home to over 2,000 animals. You can dive with a high concentration of exotic sharks, or keep things low-key at the stingray, shark, or sea turtle feeding stations. Since it’s on the strip, you’ll love having a motorcycle that can navigate through the often crowded boulevard. The Harley-Davidson FLTRXS Road Glide Special is a thing of beauty and is great for traveling along the strip. It can be equipped with a backrest, as well as a quick release luggage rack. If you stay at more than one hotel, or you want to take provisions for longer rides, the luggage rack comes in handy. This one also features a USB charging port and saddle box.

3. The Neon Museum and the Harley-Davidson Fat Bob FXFB

A neon boneyard collection of vintage and modern signage called the Neon Museum lies seven miles away from the strip. Take a guided tour of their exhibits and explore the history of Las Vegas through visual art work that’s stuck around past its time. Pieces date as far back as the 1930s, as the museum aims to capture popular trends across the decades. This site is the perfect stop for admiring the bright lights that make Las Vegas so iconic. Arrive in style on the Harley-Davidson FXFB Fat Bob. This is a beautiful Harley in all black. You’re sure to draw attention when riding on this stunner. Take it for a ride and you’ll know why it’s the perfect combination of style and power. 

4. Blackout Dining and the Harley-Davidson Street Glide

Blackout Dining is an experience you probably haven’t thought to try. It’s exactly what it sounds like. Dine in complete darkness and enjoy a mystery seven-course fixed-price meal. You’ll have all of your senses firing as taste, smell, hearing, and touch take over to make up for what you can’t see. Servers wear night-vision goggles so you don’t have to worry about your food making it safely to your table. Roll up on Harley-Davidson’s Street Glide Special. Yes, another Harley makes the list and not just for its stunning paint job. This ride gives any luxury car a run for its money. Adding to the killer aesthetics on this motorcycle are its many useful features. Take advantage of the extra space in the saddle bags, connect via Bluetooth, and make use of the USB and GPS features. A backrest is also available with this model so you’re comfort before and after a mystery meal.

5. Spring Mountain Ranch and Harley-Davidson Nightster

If you’re the outdoorsy type, Spring Mountain Ranch is a great place to get your hiking fix. It’s about 15 miles outside Las Vegas within the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Here you’ll see Lake Harriet, plentiful tree groves, and during the summer months, you can opt for the Ranch’s nighttime flashlight hikes. The Harley-Davidson XL1200N Nightster makes our list for its hearty exhaust rumble and easy ride. It’s seen the Hoover Dam, Red Rock, Magic Mountain, and has been all over the Las Vegas strip.

The choices are endless when visiting Vegas. You know yourself best and which tours, excursions, and sites you want to check off your list. The important details of any trip certainly involve how you get there. 

Opting for a motorcycle over a car is a no-brainer when it comes to navigating Las Vegas. Choosing Riders Share over car rental sites gets to your destination faster. If you’re like us, we can’t think of a better way to enjoy exploring a new city than from the seat of a motorcycle.