Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest

The 2016 Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest was held on September 15 th – 18 th where over 40,000 motorcycles and 50,000 people were in attendance. The 10 th year of the event saw growth with more bikes, more people and longer lengths of overnight stays. The Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest was advertised throughout the Midwest via biker TV, publications, events, mailings, flyers, postcards, radio, billboard, internet and biker word of mouth.    The organizers of the event hosted the Passport Program where riders purchased a $20 passport and then rode to 24 separate locations where they received a stamp and then turned the completed passport in at the Lake of the Ozarks Harley-Davidson Shop for a drawing that was held at 3:00 pm on Sunday, September 18 th . The lucky winner, Tryna Mitchell, from Dexter, MO won the 2015 Harley-Davidson Street Bob. Proceeds from the Passport Program are used to promote the event and a portion is allocated to benefit the efforts of the Christi...

The countdown is almost complete, as Lake Bikefest starts Thursday! Lake area businesses have been preparing to host thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the country, and we have a weekend packed full of activities for you to enjoy. Here's a quick overview of everything you can expect during the 2016 Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest ! Complete the Passport Ride for Your Chance to Win! Thursday, September 15 Events and Activities Passport Ride Begins at 11 PM - For the list of passport stops, please visit http://bit.ly/2d03uSe .  Lake of the Ozarks Bike Night on the Bagnell Dam Strip at 5:30 PM  Beavers at the Dam - Steak Night   Fall Little Niangua Mountain Man Festival at Little Niangua Campground from 9 AM to 5 PM  Live Entertainment  Backwater Jack's - Johnny G & The Allstars at 8 PM  Captain Ron's - Sweet Trouble at 8 PM Friday, September 16 Events and Activities Laurie Hillbilly Fair at Laurie Fairgrounds ...

Your Chance to Win a 2015 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Lake Bikefest is less than a week away and we're getting excited about giving away a brand new Harley! The Passport Ride is a favorite among attendees of this Missouri biker rally . Each year, hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts cruise their way across the Lake area collecting stamps in their passport book for the chance to win a new bike. This year will be no different! We've got a great variety of biker-friendly bars, restaurants and more who've signed up to be a stop on the 2016 Passport Ride. Take a look at the map and start planning your route now! Download Your Copy of the Map Here Passport Ride Rules and Regulations 1. Participants are required to register with complete name, address, e-mail, date of birth and phone number on return page of the Passport. A $20.00 entry donation is optional. The 2015 Harley Davidson Street Bob Breakout Motorcycle is the only prize to be awarded. 2. A participant may c...

The countdown is on! Only two weeks until motorcycle fans traverse the country and make their way to the Lake of the Ozarks for the 10 th Annual Lake Bikefest . Many ride from near and far through some of the most spectacular scenery and Ozark hills to enjoy the countless biker-friendly bars, restaurants, resorts and campgrounds, featuring great food, drinks and live entertainment. Before you hit the trail, ensure your bike is in tip-top shape and prepared to carry you for miles of fun. Here, we offer a quick checklist to safeguard your bike for the road. You’ll appreciate these tips as you prepare for the long-distance motorcycle trip. Motorcycle Checklist: Preparing for a Trip Check the legal requirement for your number plate and registration sticker. Make sure they are firmly attached and clearly visible. Take time to check the entire motorcycle for water, oil or fluid leaks. You should check the radiator and engine hoses for any indication that there is or could be a lea...

Lake Bikfest 2016 is less than a month away, and you want to make sure you roll up on the best bike around. Depending on where you're traveling from, you may have a long journey ahead of you. Cleaning your bike not only helps keep it in proper working order, but also makes it look shiny and new. In today's blog we offer several cleaning tips to get your motorcycle ready for the best biker event in the Midwest ! Motorcycle Cleaning Tips  Stay away from commercial washing facilities and do it yourself. Make sure you use cleaners specifically designed to clean motorcycles. Be careful of abrasive cleaners or general purpose cleaners as they can damage the paint and/or chrome. Never wash your bike right after a long ride. You want to give the bike time to cool down because you don't want to spray cold water on a hot engine.  Avoid washing your motorcycle in the middle of the day or in direct sunlight as it can dry cleaners on the bikes surface before you can rin...

This week is National Motorcycle Week! How cool is that? There's an entire week dedicated to our two-wheeled mode of transportation. In celebration, Lake Bikefest has come up with 7 reasons to own a motorcycle! Can you think of any others? 1. Motorcycles Take Up Less Space.  When you park a car or truck in your garage, there's barely any space left for storage, let alone moving around and getting into that storage. In most cases, you have to remove your vehicle from the garage to get anything done in there. Motorcycles on the other hand take up a lot less space, so you have more room for both storage and working in your garage.  2. Purchasing a Motorcycle is Less Expensive.  Like cars, motorcycles can vary in price depending on style. However, unless you're buying a top-of-the-line, fancy model, motorcycles are generally cheaper than other vehicles. In addition, motorcycle insurance will generally have lower rates than car insurance.   3. Motorcycles ...

One of the highlights of Lake Bikefest each year is the chance to win a brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycle! How do you get entered to win? Participate in the Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest 2016 Passport Ride Program! Keep reading to learn more about how the program works: Passport Ride Rules Participants can enter at any of the participating locations. A $20 entry donation is optional. One stamp is received at each location, and all stop locations must be stamped for the passport to be complete and approved for the drawing. You must turn your passport in no later than 2:00 pm on Sunday, September 18. The drawing for this year's motorcycle, a beautiful 2015 Harley-Davidson Street Bob, will be held at approximately 3:00 pm on Sunday, September 18. You do not need to be present to win. For the complete list of rules and regulations, please visit: http://bit.ly/2b3Ac0K . 2016 Official Passport Stops Be sure to get your passport stamped at all of the following locations so y...