Montana BDR Documentary Premiere - MAX BMW NH

Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®), the non-profit organization dedicated to creating and preserving off-highway riding opportunities for adventure and dual-sport motorcyclists, is proud to introduce the documentary of its newest route, the Montana Backcountry Discovery Route (MTBDR) at MAX BMW Motorcycles in North Hampton, NH on Saturday, March 28th at 10:00 AM.

The MTBDR documentary follows the BDR team and special guests as they verify and ride the route, capturing both the scale of Montana’s landscapes and the collaborative effort required to develop a route of this magnitude. The film also includes the next generation of BDR riders—the sons of BDR co-founders—reflecting the multi-generational nature of the community and how these routes are often best experienced when shared. It’s a reminder that the BDR legacy continues to grow, shaped by riders who are discovering these places for the first time.

The MTBDR is BDR’s 23rd route and completes the final link in the Western BDR system, creating a continuous backcountry network across the western United States. The approximately 900-mile route begins in Island Park, Idaho, and travels north through Montana before ending near the U.S.–Canada border outside of Eureka.

Crossing more than thirteen mountain ranges, the MTBDR takes riders deep into Big Sky Country, weaving together alpine ridgelines, remote valleys, dense pine forests, historic mining towns, wide-open ranchlands, and rugged two-track roads. Highlights include the Gravelly Range, Ruby River Valley, Virginia City, Butte, and the wild landscapes of the East Pioneer, Highland, and Cabinet Mountains.

Blending scenic gravel, flowing forest roads, and optional harder sections for more experienced riders, the MTBDR offers an ideal balance of accessibility and challenge. The route is best enjoyed between July and September, depending on snow levels and seasonal closures.

With the release of the route, riders will have access to free GPS tracks, detailed travel resources, FAQs, route updates, and the official MTBDR Motorcycle Map, providing everything needed to plan a self-guided Montana backcountry adventure.

This event is free, but please RSVP below to let us know how many chairs to set up and how many refreshments to prepare!

North to Alaska - A Rider’s Journey

Last summer Rob Nye rode his 1250GS from New England to Alaska, the Northwest Territories of Canada and back, covering just over 18,000 miles. 

Rob will be at our New Milford, CT store on Saturday, February 28th at 10:00 AM to share his journey and some high and low moments from a ride that included a MEDVAC off the Dalton highway by blackhawk helicopter to a dip in the Arctic Ocean.

This event is free to attend, but please RSVP below so we know how many chairs to set up and to have enough refreshments on hand.

Make the time while the roads are still frozen to come to our free Traction Management seminar at our New Milford, CT store on February 21st. Taught by the professional instructors from Fishtail Riding School, this chalk talk is aimed at teaching riders to maintain grip on low-traction surfaces (dirt, gravel, wet roads) and control skids, focusing on body positioning, throttle/brake modulation, risk assessment and more, so you can become a smarter rider in 2026. 

From the Fishtail Team:

“Motorcycles are getting more sophisticated every year, with all sorts of digital intervention happening between you and the tire contact patch. While that’s a good thing, it doesn’t change the physics of how and why a motorcycle goes around a corner.  The more you understand the basics, the better your experience will be. And if you’re old-school with a machine that doesn’t offer any electronic safety nets, understanding is even more important. Join us for a seminar on understanding and managing traction, with an emphasis on what is happening at the rear contact patch. And who knows, you may even win a free day at the track with Fishtail Riding School!”

Traction Management is a free event and we ask that you please RSVP below so we know how many chairs to set up and that we have a proper supply of refreshments!

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Make the time while the roads are still frozen to come to our free Traction Management seminar at our North Hampton, NH store on February 14th. Taught by the professional instructors from Fishtail Riding School, this chalk talk is aimed at teaching riders to maintain grip on low-traction surfaces (dirt, gravel, wet roads) and control skids, focusing on body positioning, throttle/brake modulation, risk assessment and more, so you can become a smarter rider in 2026. 

From the Fishtail Team:

“Motorcycles are getting more sophisticated every year, with all sorts of digital intervention happening between you and the tire contact patch. While that’s a good thing, it doesn’t change the physics of how and why a motorcycle goes around a corner.  The more you understand the basics, the better your experience will be. And if you’re old-school with a machine that doesn’t offer any electronic safety nets, understanding is even more important. Join us for a seminar on understanding and managing traction, with an emphasis on what is happening at the rear contact patch. And who knows, you may even win a free day at the track with Fishtail Riding School!”

Traction Management is a free event and we ask that you please RSVP below so we know how many chairs to set up and that we have a proper supply of refreshments!

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Make the time while the roads are still frozen to come to our free Traction Management seminar at our Brunswick, NY store on January 24th. Taught by the professional instructors from Fishtail Riding School, this chalk talk is aimed at teaching riders to maintain grip on low-traction surfaces (dirt, gravel, wet roads) and control skids, focusing on body positioning, throttle/brake modulation, risk assessment and more, so you can become a smarter rider in 2026. 

From the Fishtail Team:

“Motorcycles are getting more sophisticated every year, with all sorts of digital intervention happening between you and the tire contact patch. While that’s a good thing, it doesn’t change the physics of how and why a motorcycle goes around a corner.  The more you understand the basics, the better your experience will be. And if you’re old-school with a machine that doesn’t offer any electronic safety nets, understanding is even more important. Join us for a seminar on understanding and managing traction, with an emphasis on what is happening at the rear contact patch. And who knows, you may even win a free day at the track with Fishtail Riding School!”

Traction Management is a free event and we ask that you please RSVP below so we know how many chairs to set up and that we have a proper supply of refreshments!

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Come join us for a special F900 GS demo day at MAX BMW New Hampshire.

Pre-register below so we know you’re coming. Demo rides are first-come, first-served and can only be booked the day of the ride. 

In case you get hungry, we’ll have a food truck here!

You'll get an e-mail confirmation once you have registered. See you soon!

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Come join us for a special F900 GS demo day at MAX BMW New York.

Pre-register below so we know you’re coming. Demo rides are first-come, first-served and can only be booked the day of the ride. 

In case you get hungry, we’ll have a food truck here!

You'll get an e-mail confirmation once you have registered. See you soon!

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Come join us for a special F900 GS demo day at MAX BMW New Milford, CT

Pre-register below so we know you’re coming. Demo rides are first-come, first-served and can only be booked the day of the ride. 

In case you get hungry, we’ll have a food truck here!

You'll get an e-mail confirmation once you have registered. See you soon!

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The R 1300 GS Adventure represents the most advanced GS BMW has ever created. There’s no better way to fully understand this machine than by meeting and talking with people who make it their mission to research, understand and ride this machine. Shawn and Louise have a combined 40 years and 40 countries ridden on the GS and are coming to MAX BMW in New Milford, CT on Friday evening, April 25th to share their knowledge and experience on the new BMW R 1300 GS Adventure.

Never has an R 1300 GS Adventure offered such a wide range of seat heights to accommodate the intrepid Adventure Rider as it does now with the new Adaptive Vehicle Height Control. Learn about this and more as Shawn Thomas, BMW Brand Ambassador and Louise Powers, BMW Brand Expert talk about all things GS Adventure! 

Experience the R1300 GS / 40 Years, 40 Countries Presentation
MAX BMW Motorcycles
493 Danbury Road
New Milford, CT 06776
Friday, April 25, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
FREE ADMISSION - We’ll Have Food Trucks here for Dinner!

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A CRASH COURSE IN OFF-GRID ADV ADVENTURES
at MAX BMW Brunswick, NY

We spend lots of money on equipment for riding, riders training, trips and farkles. But when it comes to safety, first aid, and GPS training, many riders only carry a "boo-boo" kit. They rely on their cell phones even when there may be no service, and basic knowledge of their mini-GPS is lacking. Basic emergency medical knowledge should be just as important as ATGATT.

In this hands-on class, "Doc" Ken Hoffman, DACM, will discuss the fundamentals of rider safety off road, what to carry as a bare minimum, preparing for an off-road trip or an overnight stay in the woods. You will learn how to recognize health emergencies and practice basic life-saving/first aid skills that everyone on your team should know.

Lastly, we will practice how and what to communicate to EMS personnel using different tools from GPS, phones and more.

Your Instructor:
"Doc" Ken Hoffman, DACM, has spent 20 years in medical practice treating chronic illness and pain management. He is a certified Wilderness EMT and EMS Lieutenant for his local Volunteer Fire Department. He is a member of the Search and Rescue (SAR) team, trained as a Swiftwater Rescue Technician, Ropes Rescue, and other various SAR skills. His knowledge comes from real life experience both as a SAR Medical specialist and avid ADV rider.

DATE: Saturday, April 19, 2025
TIME: 10 AM to 1 PM
LOCATION: MAX BMW Brunswick, NY
COST: FREE

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A CRASH COURSE IN OFF-GRID ADV ADVENTURES
at MAX BMW New Milford, CT

We spend lots of money on equipment for riding, riders training, trips and farkles. But when it comes to safety, first aid, and GPS training, many riders only carry a "boo-boo" kit. They rely on their cell phones even when there may be no service, and basic knowledge of their mini-GPS is lacking. Basic emergency medical knowledge should be just as important as ATGATT.

In this hands-on class, "Doc" Ken Hoffman, DACM, will discuss the fundamentals of rider safety off road, what to carry as a bare minimum, preparing for an off-road trip or an overnight stay in the woods. You will learn how to recognize health emergencies and practice basic life-saving/first aid skills that everyone on your team should know.

Lastly, we will practice how and what to communicate to EMS personnel using different tools from GPS, phones and more.

Your Instructor:
"Doc" Ken Hoffman, DACM, has spent 20 years in medical practice treating chronic illness and pain management. He is a certified Wilderness EMT and EMS Lieutenant for his local Volunteer Fire Department. He is a member of the Search and Rescue (SAR) team, trained as a Swiftwater Rescue Technician, Ropes Rescue, and other various SAR skills. His knowledge comes from real life experience both as a SAR Medical specialist and avid ADV rider.

DATE: Saturday, March 29, 2025
TIME: 10 AM to 1 PM
LOCATION: MAX BMW New Milford, CT
COST: FREE

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A CRASH COURSE IN OFF-GRID ADV ADVENTURES
at MAX BMW North Hampton, NH

We spend lots of money on equipment for riding, riders training, trips and farkles. But when it comes to safety, first aid, and GPS training, many riders only carry a "boo-boo" kit. They rely on their cell phones even when there may be no service, and basic knowledge of their mini-GPS is lacking. Basic emergency medical knowledge should be just as important as ATGATT.

In this hands-on class, "Doc" Ken Hoffman, DACM, will discuss the fundamentals of rider safety off road, what to carry as a bare minimum, preparing for an off-road trip or an overnight stay in the woods. You will learn how to recognize health emergencies and practice basic life-saving/first aid skills that everyone on your team should know.

Lastly, we will practice how and what to communicate to EMS personnel using different tools from GPS, phones and more.

Your Instructor:
"Doc" Ken Hoffman, DACM, has spent 20 years in medical practice treating chronic illness and pain management. He is a certified Wilderness EMT and EMS Lieutenant for his local Volunteer Fire Department. He is a member of the Search and Rescue (SAR) team, trained as a Swiftwater Rescue Technician, Ropes Rescue, and other various SAR skills. His knowledge comes from real life experience both as a SAR Medical specialist and avid ADV rider.

DATE: Saturday, March 22, 2025
TIME: 10 AM to 1 PM
LOCATION: MAX BMW North Hampton, NH
COST: FREE

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