Motorcycles in STT?

I'd be interested in this info as well. Are they're any repair shops? I have a Can-Am spyder that I'd love to bring but I'm concerned that they're aren't any shops that can provide maintenance.

I don't know about St. Thomas but there are lots of motorcycles on St. Croix. The local boys love their rice rockets and there plenty of Harleys too. I've even seen a Can-am Spyder here on St. Croix.

One thing to keep in mind - St. Thomas is a small island only some 32 sq. miles in total area. After you’ve driven around the island a couple of times you’ve pretty much “been there, done that” so you won’t be finding too many new places to trek to on your bike.

Other than that “limitation” and being wary of potholes there’s no reason why you shouldn’t bring your Harley.

If you have a death wish, bring it.
Our potholes are crater deep, the are no sides walks except in town and a small portion of Red Hook, STT is mountainous, narrow, steep roads and sharp, steep corners with drop offs on one side, gullies or embankments on the other.
There are very limited street lights operational on our roads at night, after our 2 hurricanes.
I won't mention "idiot drivers!"

Be sure you have good healthcare insurance but you won't be able to get any unless your employer provides it.

Buy a nice, high off the ground vehicle with 4 wheels and a strong engine, enjoy a better driving experience and survive, intact.

Thanks for the info. That's exactly what I wanted to hear. I guess I should have mentioned that STX was my planned destination of choice.

STX has flatter terrain but some of the same issues.

Bring it. If you have good riding skills, don't let the others scare you.

STX is definitely more motorcycle-friendly than STT. There is a loose-knit group of Harley riders on both islands. Maintenance can be challenging if you don't do it yourself. You definitely need to be a skilled rider on STT, not just a weekend warrior.

The cautions from those who don't ride are well-intended, and they are important considerations but not barriers for those of us who do.

STT and STX both had Hawg groups, STT actually has a motorcycle club, Carib Riders. There are a lot of scoots on both islands but as others have said roads are rough..... I do know some repair guys on STT and STX both

There are several scooter rental companies on STT and tourists rent from them. I see them frequently making repairs or enhancements. I see the bike clubs at Brewers Bay on weekends.

I've probably seen at least 5 tourist/scooter accidents here on STT.

These poor tourists have no clue.
It's not like renting one in Burmuda.

Our steep terrain, curvey, slick roads abundant potholes and idiot drivers are not conducive for those unfamiliar to driving a scooter or motorcycle.

I'm surprised there aren't more accidents. Or murder by wives after being dumped and bloody with road rash!

@sttanon

Hi! I know this is an older post, do you still know someone on STT who can repair bikes, specifically a Honda 150 scooter? I just moved here, have been renting a bike week to week, and am considering just buying a new one and having it shipped, but my concern is maintenance and repairs. Thanks for any info you might have.

I would start with asking the scooter rental companies who they use or recommend.