Garage Spotlight: Troy G., West Columbia, South Carolina
Troy G. has been riding for over 30 years. He started on two wheels as a teenager, moved to racing Honda RC51s in his twenties, then shifted toward cruisers and touring bikes in his forties.
Today, he keeps six motorcycles at his home in West Columbia, South Carolina, and every one of them is available on Twisted Road. His fleet covers more ground than most small dealerships.
The Fleet: Six Bikes Across Four Brands
2021 BMW R 1250 GS ($93/day)
This is one of BMW's flagship adventure tourers. The 1,254cc boxer twin produces 136 horsepower with the brand's ShiftCam variable valve timing. Electronic suspension, multiple riding modes, cruise control, and a TFT dash make this a technology-loaded long-distance machine. A 5-star review from a recent renter called it "an awesome and well-maintained bike" after a route through Congaree National Park and the Frances Marion Forest.
2026 Aprilia Tuareg 660 Rally ($93/day)
This is one of the newest bikes on the entire Twisted Road platform. Aprilia's Tuareg 660 Rally runs a 659cc parallel twin making 80 horsepower in a chassis that weighs just 414 pounds dry. It was built to go off-road, with 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels, long-travel suspension, and a rally-style fairing. If you have been curious about this Aprilia but have not pulled the trigger on buying one, this is your chance to test it.
2023 Can-Am Ryker Rally ($93/day)
The Ryker Rally is a three-wheeled machine that opens Twisted Road to riders who prefer the stability of a trike. Its Rotax 900cc inline triple makes 82 horsepower, and the Y-frame chassis keeps the center of gravity low. No motorcycle license is required in most states. It is a strong option for partners or friends who want to join a riding trip without a traditional bike.
2018 Yamaha XSR900 ($75/day)
Yamaha's retro-styled naked bike hides modern MT-09 performance under classic bodywork. The 847cc crossplane triple produces 115 horsepower and delivers one of the most exciting throttle responses in the middleweight class. At $ 75 per day, this is one of the best performance-per-dollar rentals on the platform.
2008 Harley-Davidson FLSTN Softail Deluxe ($93/day)
Chrome, whitewalls, and a 96-cubic-inch Twin Cam engine. The Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe is Harley's take on 1950s nostalgia, and it delivers. A low 24.5-inch seat height and a relaxed riding position make this one of the most accessible cruisers in Troy's stable.
2020 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special ($150/day)
The premium ride in the fleet. The Street Glide Special carries the Milwaukee-Eight 114 engine (114 cubic inches, 93 ft-lb of torque), a Boom! Box GTS infotainment system, and Reflex Linked Brembo brakes. It is the touring bike for riders who want full-dress comfort without the bulk of an Ultra Limited.
Where to Ride from West Columbia
West Columbia is minutes from downtown Columbia and positioned for rides in every direction. Head southeast to Congaree National Park, one of the largest intact tracts of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in North America. Ride northeast toward Camden and the Wateree River corridor. Go west toward Saluda and the Blue Ridge foothills. The Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway (SC-11) runs 130 miles along the Blue Ridge escarpment and ranks among the best motorcycle roads in the Southeast. Charleston and the coast are two hours south.
Explore Troy G.'s full six-bike garage on his Twisted Road profile.
