Riding the Philippines

Stories, road notes and destination guides for motorcycle riders in the Philippines.

Motorcycle Maintenance Schedule: What to Check, When

A motorcycle maintenance schedule for Philippine heat, rain and traffic: pre-ride, weekly, per-service and yearly checks for scooters and chain bikes.

Motorcycle Group Rides Philippines: How to Join

Find motorcycle group rides in the Philippines: where to look, how to join a club, what to ask first, and basic etiquette for your first ride.

Solo Motorcycle Ride Safety: Your Emergency Plan

A solo motorcycle ride safety checklist for the Philippines: check-in habits, what to carry, mountain dead zones, and what to do after a crash.

Motorcycle Ride Tracker App: Log Rides, Earn Rewards

A checklist for choosing a motorcycle ride tracker app in the Philippines: logging mileage for maintenance, saving battery, phone mounts and privacy.

Motorcycle Ride Spots Near Me: How to Find Good Ones

How to find motorcycle ride spots near me in the Philippines: what makes a good stop, plus examples near Manila, in the Visayas and in Mindanao.

Motorcycle Commute in Manila: Beat the Traffic Safely

Motorcycle commute Manila guide: LTO and MMDA lane rules, jeepney blind spots, rain and floods, heat, parking, and keeping your bike healthy in traffic.

Motorcycle Touring Philippines: Collect Every Province

Plan motorcycle touring in the Philippines region by region: Luzon loops, Visayas RoRo hops, Mindanao pacing, papers to carry and how to log progress.

Rainy Season Motorcycle Riding Tips in the Philippines

Rainy season motorcycle riding tips for Philippine roads: what to check, wear and avoid, plus when to skip the ride for a typhoon.