Important Info:

The 2025 River Run will start at Slash X Ranch Cafe in Barstow, Ca and follow a 195 mile route to Pirate Cove Resort & Marina in Needles, Ca.

There will be (3) Gas Stations along the route for riders to utilize as needed. There is no more than 61 Miles between gas stations. 

Each participant will recieve the below memorabilia as a thank you from the Checkers Motorcycle Club for their participation in bringing our World Championship River Run back:

 Slash X Ranch Cafe Breakfast

 Dinner at Pirate Cove Resort & Marina

 (1) Event T Shirt

 (1) Participant Rider Bib

 (1) Finisher Plaque 

 Copy of Route Map

 Raffle tickets for sponsor donated items (additional available at registration)

 Live Band and River Run After Party

 

Barstow, CA Lodging:

 

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Barstow-Outlet Center

2700 Lenwood Road, Barstow, California 92311 United States

Use link here for discounted rate:

 

https://tinyurl.com/ama25checkers

Or to call the Holiday Inn Express at 760-253-9200

 

Needles,CA Lodging

Pirate Cove Resort & Marina - 1 760-326-9000

Topock66 Colorado River - 1 928-768-2166

Days Inn & Suites - 1 760-903-4057

Motel 6 Needles - 1 760-904-0657

**RIDERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN RESERVATIONS**

 

Registration:

Slash X Ranch Cafe Address: 28040 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311

 - Friday October 24th, 2025 6:00PM - 9:00 PM

 - Saturday October 25th, 2025 5:30AM - 7:30AM

Route GPS File / Roadbook will be distributed at registration after verification of entry is completed. If a paper roadbook is required for Navigation class riders please use the contact information on the flyer for assistance. 

 

**Bring your GPS computer cables to sign ups for file dowload**

*Riders are responsible to make sure the file is downloaded at registration*

Files will be available in .GPX, .KMZ, .KML for dual sport class.

 

Important Addresses:

 Start - Slash X Ranch Cafe: 28040 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311

Gas #1 - Extra Mile Ludlow: 68480 Ludlow Rd, Ludlow, CA 92338

Gas #2 - Roy's Motel & Cafe: 87520 National Trails Hwy, Amboy, CA 92304

Gas #3 - Najah's Desert Oasis: 31251 Goffs Rd, Essex, CA 92332

Finish - Pirate Cove Resort & Marina: 100 Park Moabi Rd, Needles, CA 92363

 

Course Info:

The course is going to be roughly 195 miles of the best terrain available. There will be a combination of fire road, sand washes, some technical sections and the least amount of asphalt possible. The desert we will be traveling across does not have much use so keep in mind that washouts and rain ruts are a possibility. Ride with caution. We want this route to reflect the challenge that was established back in 1970 making it a long day on the bike to a killer destination.

We designed the course to be some incredible sight seeing while allowing the riders the chance to motor through the desert at a decent speed so running out of daylight is not a concern. Please focus on efficient refueling to avoid finishing late. The River Run is back!

 

 **Riders are responsible for their own fuel**

 

Dual Sport Standard Route - 197.8 Miles: 

 - Start to Gas #1: 62.6 Miles

 - Gas #1 to Gas #2: 30.6 Miles

 - Gas #2 to Gas #3: 48.2 Miles

 - Gas #3 to Finish: 56.4 Miles

 

Dual Sport HARD Route - 203.4 Miles: 

This route contains sections of above average challenges. If you have ridden any of our race courses, this is equivalent to a second loop of one of our hare and hound courses. There are no rediculous challenges that require you to get off the motorcycle. it is 100% ridable.

 

 - Start to Gas #1: 63.5 Miles

 - Gas #1 to Gas #2: 30.7 Miles

 - Gas #2 to Gas #3: 49.1 Miles

 - Gas #3 to Finish: 60.1 Miles

 

Navigation Route - 195.2 Miles:

 - Start to Gas #1: 61.2 Miles

 - Gas #1 to Gas #2: 31.7 Miles

 - Gas #2 to Gas #3: 43.6 Miles

 - Gas #3 to Finish: 58.7 Miles

 

Participation Disclaimer

You have voluntarily entered an AMA sanctioned road and trail riding event (tour). An AMA sanction indicated that this event is listed in the Associations calendar and that the AMA road riding rules may be used as a guideline. It does not indicate that facilities and/or the course have been inspected or approved by the Association, nor does it indicate that the officials have been trained or accredited by the Association, nor does it indicate that your safety has been warranted by any AMA authority or by the promoter.

I understand that I am purchasing a self-guided tour and that no services of any kind are included with this purchase. I further understand that I must obey all federal OHV regulations and have a spark arrestor. I also understand that this tour will use highways and that my vehicle must be street-licensed, meet all vehicle code requirements, and comply with state liability requirements.

To some extent, all motor vehicles are inherently dangerous. You should take part in this event based on your own assessment of your abilities. Routes may traverse public roads, and 3highways and the promoter is not responsible for their condition or the actions of other individuals using public roads and highways.

Regardless of state laws, the AMA urges you to wear a helmet and other appropriate safety apparel. The Association also urges you to receive professional instruction before operating a motorcycle. The promoter does not provide medical insurance. We urge you not to operate a motorcycle without medical coverage.

If you have any doubts about your personal ability to participate in this event, if you have not adequately prepared yourself and your equipment, if you question the condition and safety of local public highways, or if you believe your personal insurance coverage's are not adequate to compensate you for any loss that may occur, we urge you to notify the promoter who will immediately refund your entry fee. I have read and understand the above statement.