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Dec 11, 2023

Crank up your engines for fall motorcycling in the High Country

Jamie Shell For those who wish to “get their motors running,” perhaps no scenery to hit the open road is as appealing as the highways of the High Country. Javascript is required for you to be able to

Jamie Shell

For those who wish to “get their motors running,” perhaps no scenery to hit the open road is as appealing as the highways of the High Country.

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Looking for bike repairs, service or a new ride? Check these locations out for your motorcycling needs.

Action Cycle Sports, 2349 Old U.S. 421, Boone, NC 28607. (828) 262-1558. Sells motorcycles, as well as offers expert repair services.

Stamey’s Cycle Center, 836 Kimberly Lane, Boone, NC 28607. (828) 264-5847. Sells motorcycles, offers repair services, and even sells tires, too.

Boone Action Cycle, 8483 U.S. 421, Vilas, NC 28607, (828) 297-7400. Features motorcycles, ATVs, side by sides, plus service and repair.

Central Cycle Sales Yamaha, 102 N. Main St., Jefferson, NC 28640. (336)-846-7744. On road? Off road? Central cycle sales as a Yamaha solution.

Hill River Cycles, 13282 U.S. 221 South, Fleetwood, NC 28625. (336)-877-2802. As of Aug. 16, Hill River Cycles is no longer doing repair work and offering sales by appointment only, after 6 p.m.

Smokin’ Motorcycle Repair, 1145 Bare Creek Access Road, Jefferson, NC 28640. (336)-977-3452. Specializes in repairing older motorcycles, like Shovelheads, Evos, and Twincam.

Brushy Mountain Powersports, 4641 West U.S. 421, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. (336)-973-3325. Dealer in Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha. New and pre-owned. Parts & service. Street bikes, dirt bikes, ATVs, side by sides, and trailers.

CrossRoads Harley-Davidson, 1921 U.S. 421, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. (336)-667-1003. New and pre-owned inventory of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, in Sport, Cruiser, Adventure Touring, Grand American Touring, Trike and CVO categories. Offers full line of accessories and service, as well as customization.

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