Monday, November 30, 2009

Nick from OK

You guys are a "class act" and you delivered 100%. I had a great time and the bike was perfect. I will definitely be calling you again the next time I'm in Phoenix and have time to ride. I would also definitely recommend your company to anyone looking to ride.

Nick Massey

Bros from Canada


Monica
We enjoyed our short holiday with the bike rented from AZride. Bikes were great and we all enjoyed trying a different bike than what we ride at home. We also learned a lot about Arizona geography and climate, as none of us realized there was so much elevation change between Scottsdale and the Grand Canyon, or that it can get really cold in Arizona! Temperature in Flagstaff fell to 17F overnight, warmed up to 23F when we rode up to the Grand Canyon, but the sun was shining and it added to the adventure of the ride.
We all had a good time and a good ride.

Ted

Jim from PA

Monica & Gabor,

I wanted to respond and thank you for the professional and courteous service you extended to me last week as I rented the Royal Enfield C-5. My stay in Phoenix was very brief, landing Tuesday and leaving on Thursday, so, besides the work I needed to get done, I was determined to see some of the state by motorcycle. Thank you for allowing me to do this last Wednesday afternoon.

As a relatively new rider I was somewhat apprehensive in venturing off in a different city on a motorcycle I’ve never ridden before. Gabor’s quick tutorial of the bike was essential to my riding safety and fun. Monica’s friendly and professional approach to renting bikes and all the business stuff that goes with it assured me that I was dealing with the right folks.

Arizona has much straighter roads than my home state of Pennsylvania and they seem to go on forever. On my excursion I was able to head north through Scottsdale and then into the Tonto National Forest. Of course I was not prepared with a camera, so I will have to relive my experience by memory, at least until I get back to Phoenix. I will not soon forget the sights of desert, rock formations, and cactus as I get back to business here on the east coast.

It was an awesome experience. Thanks for making this possible and I look forward to following your guestbook.

Jim Hayes

Tim and Michelle from PA

I just wanted to thank you again from Michelle and I. And apologize for leaving so abruptly when we dropped the bike off. We were in a big rush. I don't think we got to properly express just how amazing our trip was, and how thankful we were to your company, and to your specific handling of our needs. The bike was even better than my high hopes prepared for, and the advice you gave us was so spot on it really put our trip over the top! The trip to AZ is likely to become an anual thing, and I'm going to be sure to include your bikes in those trips.

Thanks again!!

Tim

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Tucson & Kitt Peak



After a week on business in Phoenix, I picked up the BMW R1200RT. This was my second rental from AZRide and the experience was outstanding on both occassions. The bike was in excellent shape and the service was professional and friendly. They are motorcycle enthusiasts and it shows! I proceeded to the Phoenix airport to meet my wife who was flying in from PA. We then headed south to Tucson for the weekend.



Our lodging was a great B & B, (El Presidio Inn), in the historic district of down town Tucson. The innkeeper graciously allowed us to park the RT inside the historic, cobble stoned courtyard here we knew it would be secure. On Saturday after an awsome breakfast with other guests, we headed off to explore the Saguaro National Park, (East) and the Sonoran Desert Museum. On Saturday evening we went to Kitt Peak National Observatory for their Nightly Observing Program. We watched the sunset over the desert from the top of Kitt Peak, (about 6,500 ft), then spent several hours learning about and observing the stars & planets. This was a unique experience and we highly recommend it.

Sunday morning we took the long way back to Scottsdale, traveling Rt. 77 to Globe, then US 60 west. This was a great ride with mountain roads and scenic overlooks and minimal traffic. Another great experience, (just way too short).

Thanks Monica & Gabor! We hope to be back! ---Jay & Linda, Landisville, PA.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Brad & Billie from the UK


We rented the Yamaha FJR for 2 days, it was the first time I had got my wife, Billie on the back of a bike since I passed my test in March. It was the best 2 days of the 8 day stay in Phoenix.

We took Monica's advice the first day & followed her route to Tortilla Flats stopping for a drink at Saguaro Lake where this picture of Billie with the FJR was taken.

On the 2nd day we went to Sedona up the 87 to Payson & then the 260 to the I-17 on to Sedona.

The 87 is a must!!

You go from cotton fields after the 101 to desert, cactus forest and, as you gain altitude, alpine forests before you get to Payson. Fantastic road, breath taking views & the odd speed trap!!

Sedona is beautiful, but don't go for the shopping go for the stunning scenery (though there is a factory outlet just outside Sedona). The 2nd picture is Billie & I in Sedona.

We are already talking about coming back next year & renting a bike for longer next time!!

Ride Safe.

Friday, November 6, 2009

Arizona on the BMW



We rented 2 BMW's at AZRide. Monica and Gabor are very serious and professional, yet very friendly people. They run there business en motorbikes well. For every ride the bikes look like new!

We drove 1150 miles through Arizona, a great trip and a lot of fun!


For more great pictures of Arizona, see http://www.lamboo.com/


Herman Lamboo

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Jens from Germany



Thanks for entertaining a great 24 hrs bike ride. It was a great weekend
experience for a business traveller and definitely worth it. Great landscape
and great bike. Easy riding, even for somebody who hasn't hit the road for
more than 16 years. I enjoyed your support and even the 200 blocks back to
the hotel by public transportation......

Jens

Bill from CA


I recently rented a Royal Enfield from AZride. The whole process was very nice, including the people, the store and the bikes.

There are 2 very good reasons to ride the Royal Enfield.

First it is a Thumper so going is wonderful. If is light and agile, the way motorcycles should be. If also has the sound and vibration of a real Motorcycle from my past.

Second is it's classic look, so stopping is a social event. Guys came up to me to find out where and when it was manufactured. They also marveled at the cost of "Primping" it out to such a pristine condition. From the admiring looks and comments, I may have sold a few bikes for the nice folks at AZride.

Bill