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On the Road
Follow my motorcycle adventures around the UK and Europe, from weekend escapes close to home to longer tours further afield.
La Balade des Vieux Clous - Part 2
The rest of our annual trip to France on the Nortons went mostly to plan. My bike ran smoothly, but we still had a few breakdowns to overcome along the way
Andy Marks
Jun 2, 202510 min read
La Balade des Vieux Clous - Part 1
Join me as I head over to France for a long weekend on my 1951 Norton ES2
Andy Marks
May 28, 202513 min read
On the Road and Under Canvas - 10 reasons to camp on your next trip
It's no secret that I love camping on my travels - here are 10 reasons why I think you should give it a go this summer
Andy Marks
Apr 15, 20257 min read
Home is Calling - It's time to head home, but there are a few more treats in store
When the rain finally sets in, I dash for Calais, but not before taking in Germany's Black Forest, Luxembourg, and Belgium
Andy Marks
Dec 23, 202411 min read
Escaping the Weather - Leaving the rain behind in search of the Top Mountain Motorcycle Museum
Whilst escaping the rain, I find myself on some of the best roads I’ve ever ridden and visit one of Europe’s finest motorcycle museums
Andy Marks
Dec 17, 20249 min read
Into the Mountains- From the Swiss Alps to the Dolomites via the Stelvio Pass
Three unforgettable days: Europe's largest waterfall, one of its most famous roads, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site await!
Andy Marks
Dec 10, 202415 min read
A Scenic Route to Switzerland - Riding in the French Ardennes, Vosges Mountains and The Black Forest
On the first leg of my European trip I stay on a biker only campsite, visit France’s biggest military cemetery and ride the Route des Crêtes
Andy Marks
Dec 3, 202416 min read
An Impromptu Overnighter - Salisbury Plain, Castle Combe and The New Forest
With the weather finally improving I get away for a weekend to enjoy some of the best the South East has to offer
Andy Marks
May 7, 202411 min read
Homeward Bound – Riding back to the UK via the Black Forest, northern Vosges and the Ardennes
The final part of my first ever solo motorcycle tour sees me ride back to Calais through Germany, France and, when I get lost, Belgium
Andy Marks
Jan 23, 202412 min read
Riding The Alps – Route des Grandes Alpes, Lake Geneva and Switzerland
Join me as I ride north along the Route des Grande Alps, camp in a ski resort, visit Lake Geneva and have a day in Switzerland
Andy Marks
Jan 16, 202412 min read
Exploring Southern France By Motorcycle - The Millau, Mont Ventoux and the French Gorges
I set off from Nevers with no plans and nothing booked. From the worlds tallest road bridge to the Alps, I was never disappointed!
Andy Marks
Jan 9, 202415 min read
Going Solo – Setting off across France on my first solo motorcycle trip
Join me on my first solo motorcycle tour as I cross the channel and head south through France for a weekend at World Superbikes
Andy Marks
Jan 2, 202411 min read
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