Which direction should I ride the Motu Road Trail?

Q: Which direction should I ride the Motu Road Trail?

Most riders recommend doing the Motu Cycle Trail from inland down toward the Ōpōtiki coast, because the big climbs are easier that way and there’s more downhill than uphill overall — or you can take a shuttle to a high point and ride down to make the most of gravity.

In Motu Cycle Trails

Most riders recommend doing the Motu Cycle Trail from inland down toward the Ōpōtiki coast, because the big climbs are easier that way and there’s more downhill than uphill overall — or you can take a shuttle to a high point and ride down to make the most of gravity.

Motu Cycle Trails

The Motu Cycle Trails offer a mix of coastal cruising, historic backcountry roads and remote forest singletrack across New Zealand’s Eastland and Bay of Plenty regions. As part of the official NZ Cycle Trail network, they cater to riders of all levels — from family-friendly outings to full-blown wilderness adventures.

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