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See the Pacific Northwest on the Back of a BMW Motorcycle

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Let’s face it. We could all use a little more vacation time. On any given day, most of us daydream about relaxing in a faraway destination on more than a few occasions. The problem is that for whatever reason, we can’t tear ourselves from our work. Perhaps we fear what may happen should we take some time away or maybe we’ve forgotten what it feels like to just let go. The feeling you get while running along a beach at sunrise or driving along the coast with the windows rolled down; the excitement of visiting a foreign city or riding on the back of a motorcycle for the very first time. These are the experiences that we remember. These are the experiences that keep us alive.

Burn Rubber on a BMW Bike

Since its launch in 2004, hundreds of thousands of travelers have toured a part of the world while riding on the back of the BMW R1200GS motorcycle. The best selling bike that BMW has ever built, the R1200GS was hailed by Cycle World as “the most successful motorcycle in the last two-and-a-half decades” and has been featured in both television shows and movies. The bike is powered by BMW’s boxer engine and newer models offer many different ride modes and suspension settings. The 2013 edition also features off-road traction control, linked brakes, and a more slender midsection. Most importantly, the bike is fun to ride and is widely considered the gold standard in adventure touring.

Located just west of Portland, Oregon, Mad Bull Moto Rental has the motorcycle you need to take an exciting two-wheeled trek through the Pacific Northwest. Mad Bull Moto offers both daily and weekly rental packages and carries some of the best adventure bikes on the market including the BMW R1200GS, KTM 990 Adventure, 696 Ducati, and the Kawasaki Concours 1400. As a custom outfitter, Mad Bull Moto can help plan a trip to meet your needs. Whether you are looking to travel town-to-town, take a camping trip in a nearby state park, or organize a group ride, the experts at Mad Bull Moto will work to accommodate your requests. From novice to enthusiasts, Mad Bull Moto wants to make sure every customer has a safe but spectacular ride.

For more information on Mad Bull Moto and view a list of motorcycles and rates, visit their website or check out their page on Rent It Today!

Filed Under: Customer Spotlight, Motocycle Rentals Tagged With: Bike, BMW motorcycle, Cycle World, Ducati, Harley Davidson, Kawasaki, Mad Bull Moto, motorcycle rental, Pacific Northwest, travel and vacation

South France Motorcycle Rental Company Rides Into Year Five

By Bob Schrichte Leave a Comment

Cannes, France Motorcycle Rentals and Tours

Columbus International Rents Quality Motorbikes.

In April of 2009, Columbus International launched a business devoted to the rental of motorbikes in France. Despite being told by numerous doubters the company would never work, Columbus International is today not only running a profitable enterprise, they are celebrating the start of their fifth year in business.

By striving above all to keep renting motorcycles simple and insisting on unparalleled customer service, Columbus International has overcome the challenge of starting a business during a severe recession. As they roll into year five they have the largest fleet of BMW, MV Agusta, Harley Davidson, KTM and Ducati rental motorcycles in France.

French Luxury Motorcycle Rental Firm Sets New Standards in the Business.

From a startup, Columbus International has gone on to set new standards in the motorcycle rental industry:

Emails are answered promptly within 12 business hours.
Each rental motorcycle is no older than six months.
Customers are compensated for every minute they are made to wait.
If rain makes your rental a soggy one, you’ll receive a 50% reduction in your rental rate.
Delivery and pick-up of your motorcycle anywhere within 200km of Cannes. This covers all airports, train stations and harbors in the South of France.
To avoid getting lost, all bikes can be fitted with GPS units.
Motorcycle luggage and safety equipment are available .

There are no plans to let off the throttle now. Great things are planned in the months and years ahead.

Keep the Shiny Side Up

Columbus International would like to thank those associates whose inspiration, hard work, and support have made their venture possible. Above all Columbus International thanks their customers for sharing their passion and joining them for the ride. Their loyal customers make all the work worthwhile. Happy Birthday and keep the shiny side up!

Based in Cannes, France, Columbus International offers the largest choice of BMW, Ducati, Harley and KTM motorcycles for rent. Their bikes are no older than 6 months and serviced to the highest manufacturer standards. For added convenience, they deliver your chosen rental motorbike within 200km of Cannes to your hotel, airport, etc. by van. Furthermore, they offer guided motorbike tours to discover the scenic motorcycle roads across the Provence, Cote Azur and Alps. Visit them on Facebook at facebook.com/ColumbusInternational

Filed Under: Customer Spotlight, Motocycle Rentals Tagged With: BMW, Cannes, Columbus International, Ducati, france, French, Hire, motorbike, motorcycle, rent, rental

Exotic French Riviera or Italian Motorcycle Vacations

By Bob Schrichte 2 Comments

An Exotic French Riviera or Italian Motorcycle Vacation Isn’t Just A Dream

Recently while rummaging through the attic of an old mansion built in the 1840’s, this writer came across an old tarnished brass lamp and thoughts of Aladdin began to dance through my head. Thought to myself, just what might I wish for if I rubbed this and a genie appeared who did in fact grant me a wish?

Hmmm, I pondered, how about the motorcycle ride of my life along the breathtaking roads of the Italian Tuscany region aboard a sleek exotic European machine? And then, since I’m in Italy, why not ask the genie to provide an Italian woman who reminds me of my favorite Italian movie star, Sophia Loren? Heck, I’d even settle for Elisabetta Canalis on the back of my motorbike.

I imagined she and I hopping aboard a Ducati motorcycle for a tour of some of the great motorcycle roads of the Apennine Mountains of Italy. For good measure, once we got done with the mountain roads, we would visit a genuine Italian motorcycle race track to put a couple of those KTM bikes through their paces and see what they were really made of.

Smitten with this vision, I set down the lamp, went to my computer and got online to search for how I could put the dream together in real life. Incredibly, the search revealed a company by the name of Columbus-International Motorcycle Rentals and Tours that must have been reading my mind. With the exception of the female partner, Columbus-International offers just such a tour: an 8 day Italian and South France motorcycle vacation beginning Tuesday, April 21st through Sunday, April 29th, 2012.

It was almost as if the genie resided inside the computer instead of the lamp. Having found the answer to my wish, I grabbed some brass polish and went back to the lamp to work on conjuring up the Sofia Loren look alike.

Based in Cannes, Columbus International is a Ducati motorcycle rental touring company that organizes guided motorbike trips across the Provence region of southeastern France, Cote Azur, the French Riviera, and the Alps. If you prefer to conduct your own tour, Columbus International offers the largest selection of Ducati motorcycle rentals in France.

France Sportbike Rental and Italy Motorcycle Tour – Trackday Tuscany Motorcycle Adventure

On this South France and Tuscany motorcycle tour you get to ride the incredible roads of Tuscany, enjoy a tour of the Ducati factory, and experience the excitement of racing the new model KTM’s on a track day made for the motorcycle enthusiast.

Italy offers an abundance of great motorcycle roads. A guide will take you on carefully selected routes across Tuscany and the Apennines while a support vehicle transports your luggage. Also included is a a guided tour of the Ducati motorcycle factory. In addition, we have teamed up with KTM to offer you a day at the Misano MotoGP track. Professional instruction will improve your riding as you get to race the latest KTM’s such as the RC8 R, Superduke R or 990 SM R. Are you ready to race?

Trackday Motorcycle Tour Tuscany (8 days) Itinerary:

Saturday – Pick-up from Nice Airport and welcome in Cannes.
Chauffeur pick-up from Nice Airport and transfer to your 4-star hotel. Tour briefing and welcome drinks in the evening. Overnight in Cannes.

Sunday – Cannes to Cinque Terre
We cross the Alps into Italy and take the Autostrada del Fiori along the shore to Genoa. From there, we embark upon the twisting coastal route to Cinque Terre. Overnight in Levanto.

Monday – Cinque Terre to Rimini
We travel across Tuscany via Florence. The Chianti region offers breathtaking motorcycle roads. Our last leg to Rimini leads us through the Casentinesi National Park. Overnight in Rimini.

Tuesday – KTM Trackday at Misano
After a safety briefing in the morning, you will be allocated your pre-selected KTM. The day’s emphasis is to have fun. Professional instructors help improve your lap times. Overnight in Rimini.

Wednesday – Free time to relax in Rimini & Ducati factory visit
A well deserved day of rest gives you time to relax. Guided visit of the Ducati factory in the afternoon. Overnight in Rimini.

Thursday – Rimini to Borgo Val di Taro
We take the winding roads across the Emilia-Romagna region via Maranello and Parma. We stay overnight in Borgo Val di Taro known for its fine cuisine.

Friday – Val di Taro to Cannes
We continue our Italian adventure across the Apennines and then take the motorway back to sunny South of France. Overnight in Cannes.

Saturday – Goodbye and transfer to Nice Airport
Ciao for now. Chauffeur pick-up from your hotel and transfer to Nice Airport.
Included

Rental motorcycle including insurance, fuel and unlimited mileage for 7 days.

Motorcycle guide on a separate motorbike to lead the tour.

Lunches during guided tours and track day.

7 nights including breakfast and dinner in 4-star hotels.

Transfers between Rimini and Misano race track.

KTM track day racing experience including a KTM RC8 R, Superduke R or 990 SM R.

Guided visit of the Ducati factory in Bologna.

Luggage transports between Cannes and Rimini by van.

Chauffeur airport transfers between Cannes and Nice Airport.

Written by +Bob Schrichte for +RentItToday

Filed Under: Customer Spotlight, Motocycle Rentals, Travel Vacation Destinations Tagged With: Ducati, france, french riviera, italy, motorbike, motorcycle, motorcycle adventure, motorcycle vacation, rental, tour, touring, Travel, tuscany, Vacation

Motorcycle Rentals and Sport Bikes For Rent featuring Rent A Ducati

By Matthew Stephenson 2 Comments

Motorcycle Rentals has always been a popular rental category at Rent It Today. Renting a Motorcycle and/or taking a motorcycle tour allows people to satisfy their adventuresome souls. One of the great benefits the rental industry offers people is the opportunity to rent luxury items, stay in incredible vacation accommodations, and experience popular and/or exotic travel destinations. Today’s featured article, from the owners of Rent A Ducati.com, provides a perfect example of such: Ducati Motorcycle Rentals…

Rent A Ducati.com is the only company to focus exclusively on Ducati motorcycle rentals. The popularity of Ducati motorcycles has expanded significantly recently. Unfortunately, many people who dream about riding or owning one may be unable to fulfill that desire. At last, Rent A Ducati.com makes that Ducati rental dream possible. Rent a Ducati has the following motorcycles: an 848 Superbike, a Hypermotard 1100, & a Monster 696, available to rent at our popular San Diego Motorcycle Rental, California location. We also have Ducati motorcycle rentals available, in Santa Barbara, CA which through our rental program is convenient to Los Angeles, California.

Ducati motorcycles are the Ferraris of the motorcycle world: the epitome of performance-oriented, sexy motorcycles. As Ducati riders know, Ducati motorcycles are the preeminent Italian motorcycle; sexy, fast, and fun. As a result, Ducati has a very loyal following called Ducatisti (Ducati fans). Ducati Motorcycles also have a well-established and lengthy racing history that has earned the respect of the motorcycling world.

Aside from the fun of being able to rent a Ducati motorcycle, something not widely available prior to Rent A Ducati.com, now future Ducati owners can ride various models to help select the right one for purchase. And, Rent a Ducati enables Ducati dealers to keep fewer “Demo” bikes in stock, allowing room for more new motorcycles.

The combination of GP Motorcycles, the premiere Ducati dealer for the greater San Diego area, and the idyllic riding conditions around San Diego make it our most popular rental location. We look forward to having our customers take a winding zip up Palomar Mountain, cruise along the California coastline, or roll through the beautiful countryside in Alpine, and Julian, and into the mesmerizing Anza Borrego desert.

The easiest way to reserve a bike is to go to www.RentaDucati.com and book your reservation. Prices depend on model selected and number of days rented, so check our website for details. We have a standing weekend special: Rent Saturday and Sunday, get Monday free, and turn the bike in Tuesday morning. That means a full 1/3rd off the rental price on any bike you select! If you are in the area, GP Motorcycles is located 3617 India Street, Suite B, San Diego, CA 92103. Stop by and look at the bikes!

Rent A Ducati.com was started by David Johnson and Dane Nelson after being frustrated by the lack of Ducati motorcycles for rent. “We wanted to ride the bikes we are passionate about and knew there were others out there feeling the same way.” Says co-founder Dane, “After riding Ducati motorcycles in Italy and not finding Ducatis for rent in the U.S., I approached David to see if he knew of anyone who rented them. When the search proved fruitless, we decided to do something about it and make Ducati motorcycles available to everyone who is passionate about motorcycling!” “Rent A Ducati.com,” says David, “is about turning a dream into a reality: the chance to ride an awesome Ducati motorcycle.” Contact us by phone: 818-395-3648 or visit us on Facebook.