Motorcycle Road Trip Songs — The Ultimate List

Taking a road trip on your bike is the ultimate motorcyclist experience. Riding down some classic roads, seeing new things and taking in some great sights are what you live for. There’s nothing that comes close to that experience.

How can you make your next road trip out on your bike even better? Put together a killer biker music playlist!

Since bikers are oftentimes synonymous with rock n’ roll, you’ll want to include a lot of high-energy rock songs to keep your head bobbing during your trip. Here is some good motorcycle riding music to get you started.

1. “Freewheel Burning”

From their 1984 album “Defenders of the Faith,” Judas Priest’s metal style is perfectly matched for your next road trip. If you weren’t already riding with lots of energy, the guitar solo is sure to pump you up during your trip.

2. “London Calling”

From The Clash’s 1979 album of the same name, this is a great song when you’re driving through any city. This song has a great beat that’s a little more mellow than the band’s other punk-rock tracks.

3. “Ballad of Easy Rider”

Roger McGuinn, band leader of the Byrds, recorded this track for the legendary Harley movie “Easy Rider.” The song perfectly captures the feeling of cruising down the open road on your bike.

4. “Motorcycle Mama”

Neil Young recorded this track for his 1978 album “Comes a Time,” but, it was originally released by the group Sailcat in 1972. “Motorcycle Mama” has simple lyrics and a twangy feel — play it while you’re riding some beautiful back roads.

5. “Born to be Wild”

While you’re cruising down the highway, feeling like a rebel, “Born to be Wild” will match your mood perfectly. Steppenwolf perfectly captures the feeling of being out on the open road, without any cares and just enjoying the moment. This song is the ultimate outlaw biker song.

6. “Comfortably Numb”

Once the sun sets and you have a little bit of time before stopping for the day, “Comfortably Numb” is the ideal track to play. The cool tones and mellow vibes from this Pink Floyd track will wind you down. The setting sun and evening is the perfect backdrop for this song.

7. “Smoke on the Water”

Purple Haze’s guitar riff on this track is iconic. Since the song was released in 1971 on the band’s album “Machine Head,” it’s been commonly used to pump up a crowd’s energy.

8. “Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo”

If you’re playing this track by Rick Derringer as you cruise down the road, you’re sure to turn some heads. The driving beat will keep up with your pace as you’re going down the road.

Obviously, your road trip playlist should be longer than eight songs. If you like our list, make sure you still fill up your playlist with songs you love. Whether it’s high energy or more mellow, your Harley Davidson riding music should match your riding style.

If you’re planning a road trip on your bike, be sure to request a service appointment before heading out to make sure your bike is in top shape.