What better way to experience the scenic roads of the Shenandoah Valley this year than from the seat of a motorcycle? Shops and Web sites are sources for gear and information to get you on your way.

Motorcycle shops:

• Grove's Winchester Harley-Davidson/Buell Inc. at 140 Independence Drive right off I-81 in Winchester is Virginia's oldest Harley-Davidson dealership. The 2008 motorcycle families include Sportster, Dyna, Softail, VRSC and Touring. New and used Harley-Davidson and Buell bikes are available, as well as EagleRider rentals, parts, service and Harley-Davidson apparel. 662-4468 or (800) 777-4275. www.hdwinchester.com


• Guard Hill Cycle Shop at 994 Guard Hill Road in Middletown offers motorcycle repair, parts, service and accessories for all major brands of motorcycles. 869-1085


• CR's Trike Shop at 952 Yeagers Road in Luray converts two-wheel motorcycles into three-wheelers using The Champion Trike Kit. The store also sells side cars, hard bags and other accessories and provides oil and air filter changes and general maintenance on motorcycles and trikes. The store is open Monday to Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 743-4179. www.crstrikeshop.com


• Duc Pond Motosports at 663 N. Loudoun St. in Winchester provides sales, parts and service. A complete Ducate and MV Agusta dealership, the store also sells used bikes, biking apparel and accessories. The store is open Tuesday to Thursday 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 667-3498. www.ducpond.com


• Winchester Motosports at Exit 321 off Interstate 81 in Clearbrook offers many popular brands of motorcycles as well as Triumph, Victory, Moto Guzzi and Polaris ATVs. In addition to selling pre-owned bikes, the store also sells Schwinn motor scooters and provides parts and service. The store is open Monday to Wednesday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Thursday and Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 722-2688. www.winchestermotosports.net

The following Web sites offer visitors information on the best places to ride in Virginia:

• The Web site www.motorcycleva.com lists great places to ride throughout Virginia and events throughout the year.


• The Web site www.motorcycleroads.us/va mentions the best roads for biking in the area.


• The Web site www.rideva.net lists events throughout Virginia as well as motorcycle dealers and shops.