For two months only, you can drive your dream imported car.
Hakone will once again be hot for all motorcycle lovers this summer. Bikers Paradise Minami Hakone is planning the “MATAGARI EXPERIENCE 2025,” a special two-wheel experience event that will be held for two months only from July 5th to August 31st.
Until now, you’ve only been able to “sit on and look at” this dream bike, but now you can actually ride it through the roads of Hakone. We hope you’ll enjoy the cool breeze of Minami Hakone, a famous summer resort, as you saddle up on this much talked about new model and experience the thrill of opening up the throttle.
The “MATAGARI EXPERIENCE” that can be seen on all the exhibited cars has evolved
The famous event at Bikers Paradise Minami Hakone, “MATAGARI EXPERIENCE,” is a dream event for riders both from Japan and overseas. While most events only allow riders to ride on the bikes on display, the biggest feature of this event is that you can freely ride on all the bikes on display and fully experience the feeling.
This experiential event will evolve even further in 2025. A service will be launched that will allow visitors to not only ride but also rent the latest models on the spot and take them for a spin around Hakone. For the affordable price of just 3,300 yen (tax included) per hour, this will be an unprecedented motorcycle show where visitors can try out the latest models from around the world on the actual Hakone course.
This event doesn’t end with a simple test ride. You can actually experience the bike’s true charm by controlling it with your own hands and enjoying acceleration and cornering in the rich natural surroundings of Hakone. For motorcyclists, there are few more luxurious summer memories than this.
The latest models from 12 international brands are available for rental
The sponsoring manufacturers this time are an impressive lineup, including BMW MOTORRAD, BRIXTON, BRP, FANTIC, FELO, INDIAN MOTORCYCLE, KTM, HARLEY DAVIDSON, MUTT MOTORCYCLES, QJ MOTOR, ROYAL ENFIELD, and THUNDER MOTORCYCLES. New models from 12 leading brands in the global motorcycle scene will all be available to rent at Bikers Paradise Minami Hakone.
For example, the BMW Motorrad R12 lets you enjoy the unique beat of the latest generation air-cooled boxer. The KTM 990 DUKE boasts sharp handling and explosive acceleration, making it perfect for the winding roads of Hakone. The Indian Motorcycle SCOUT SIXTY BOBBER exudes a riding presence with its classic and dark style, while the Harley-Davidson BREAKOUT dominates roads with its drag racer-like presence.
You can also try out new models from Asia, such as the QJ MOTOR SRV400VS, Royal Enfield’s latest BEAR 650, and THUNDER MOTORCYCLES’ SOFTAIL THUNDER 250. The best part of this event is being able to choose the bike that suits your mood that day from the wide range of options and dive into the great outdoors of Hakone.
Bikers Paradise Minami Hakone: A new type of drive-in that fosters culture
Bikers Paradise Minami Hakone, the host of the MATAGARI EXPERIENCE, is more than just a rental facility. Opened in the summer of 2019 at Yugawara Pass, the facility was launched as a public-private partnership with the aim of fostering a motorcycle culture and revitalizing the local area through motorcycles.
In the cafe and garage-like rest area, riders can chat with each other about their bikes. Many riders from Japan and overseas have visited the area, and it has become a popular destination for touring and a stopover spot along the way. There, value as a community has been born that goes beyond just bikes as a means of transportation.
Bikers Paradise is also open to beginner riders, offering an easy environment for them to get acquainted with the world of two wheels through rental bikes. They are also planning to add programs for children and events specifically for female riders.
Fall in love with motorcycles in Hakone this summer
For two months, from July 5th to August 31st, Bikers Paradise Minami Hakone will be the perfect summer getaway for motorcycle enthusiasts. You can freely choose the latest imported models that you would not normally have the opportunity to ride, and try out a serious ride for just an hour. If you find a bike that you like, you can ride as many as you like. It’s truly a space that makes riders’ dreams come true.
If you haven’t made any plans yet this summer, head to Hakone. And imprint the moment you “start running” from “Matagari” into your mind and body.
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