There’s nothing better than cruising down the open road on your motorcycle, listening to your favorite tunes. The summer months are a very popular time for motorcycle riders to take road trips, both short and long. What’s a road trip without listening to great music? Everyone has their favorite songs and playlists they love to listen to, but what are some of the must have songs that riders need in their playlist? Everyone’s musical tastes are different but here’s a list of awesome songs every rider should have in their playlist, with a little something for everyone!
- “Born to Be Wild” by Steppenwolf
- “Midnight Rider” by Gregg Allman
- “Motorcycle Drive By” by Third Eye Blind
- "Ballad of the Easy Rider" by The Byrds
- “Uncaged” by Zac Brown Band
- "Ruff Ryders' Anthem” by DMX
- “Wanted Dead or Alive” by Bon Jovi
- “Bat Out of Hell” by Meat Loaf
- “Freewheel Burning” by Judas Priest
- “Turn the Page” by Metallica
- “Ride” by Lana Del Rey
- “Radar Love” by Golden Earring
- “Ghost Rider” by Rush
- “Ezy Rider” by Jimi Hendrix
- “Little Honda” by The Beach Boys
- “Stuntin' Like My Daddy” by Birdman and Lil Wayne
- "Highway Song” by Blackfoot
- “Motorcycle Ride” by Rancid
- “Iron Horse/Born To Lose” by Motorhead
- “Ride to Live, Live to Ride” by Twisted Sister
- “The Leader of the Pack” by The Shangri-Las
- “Downtown” by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis
- “Slow Ride” by Foghat
- “Panheads Forever” by David Allan Coe
- “Motorcycle Cowboy” by Merle Haggard
Now that you have some amazing songs added to your playlist, you’re ready to ride the open road! Always put your safety and the safety of others at top priority. Never make your music so loud that it becomes distracting and takes away from your riding. You should also stick to using your motorcycle’s built-in speakers if available. Riding with headphones can be dangerous because they may obstruct your hearing. Have a safe and fun time on the road!
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