The IDBDR is a scenic ride across the state of Idaho, beginning in Jarbidge, NV and finishing at the Canadian border. The route has been created specifically for dual-sport and adventure motorcyclists who are interested in exploring Idaho’s remote backcountry. This 1,300-mile south-to-north route utilizes mainly dirt roads and leads riders across mountain ranges to isolated lookout towers, natural hot springs, old west mining towns, historic cemeteries, and the infamous Magruder Corridor and Lolo Motoway.
Map | IDBDR
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The Movie
The IDBDR documentary provides an in-depth look into the creation and first expedition of the IDBDR. Follow a group of riders on adventure and dual-sport motorcycles including BMW R1200GS and GS Adventure, F800 GS and KTM 990 Adventures, as they tackle the longest BDR yet.
Expedition Team
Jon Beck – BMW R1200 GS Adventure
Justin Bradshaw – KTM 990 Adventure
Earl Bowers – BMW F800 GS
Kurt Forget – KTM 1190 Adventure
Paul Guillien – BMW F800 GS
Tom Myers – BMW R1200 GS
Sterling Noren – BMW F800GS
Rob Watt – KTM 990 Adventure
Bill Whitacre – BMW R1200 GS Adventure
Production Credits
Producer/Director – Sterling Noren
Director of Photography – Sterling Noren
Video Editor – Sterling Noren
Helmet Cam Footage – Sterling Noren
Still Photography – Jon Beck
Video Post-Production – Noren Films
DVD Production – Noren Films
Graphic Design – ADV Brands
Presented By
Idaho Adventures in Living
With Support From
Big Twin BMW Motorcycles
Special Thanks
Klim Technical Riding Gear
Nemo Equipment, Inc.
Butler Motorcycle Maps
Trailmaster Adventure Gear
Additional Thanks
Touratech-USA
KLIM Technical Riding Gear
Butler Motorcycle Maps
Trailmaster Adventures
ExOfficio
Continental Tires
Wolfman Motorcycle Luggage
Black Dog Cycle Works
SENA Technologies
Colorado Motorcycle Adventures
NEMO Equipment, Inc.
BMW MOA
ADVMoto
RawHyde Adventures
[teknik] studios
About the BDR
Backcountry Discovery Routes is a 501c (4) non-profit organization whose mission is to establish and preserve off-highway routes for dual-sport and adventure motorcycle travel. Through education, advocacy, and promotion of responsible motorcycle travel, BDR seeks to preserve backcountry motorcycling opportunities for generations to come.