Inspiration

Crooked Raven was founded in order to present the history and beauty of the desert southwest to the public in what we consider the best way... from the back of an adventure motorcycle! No matter what your interest or riding ability, Crooked Raven can deliver a unique and memorable experience! We're based in Buckeye, Arizona and provide services anywhere in the southwestern U.S.

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Keith Dishong

Keith moved to Arizona in 2003 and immediately fell in love with the desert southwest and began exploring it's secrets. Since 2007 he has been providing single and multi-day guided tours to some of the most beautiful and historic old west destinations. He is well versed in the history of the area and loves to share the richness and color of the old west. His years as a Master Offroad Instructor as well as a search and rescue first responder provide him with the ability to handle anything that may come up on the trail. He is certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) as a Dirtbike and Adventure Bike instructor.

tom trieckel

Tom began riding dirt trails with the Arizona Trail Riders in 2003 after taking a break to raise a family. He has raced in enduros and hare scrambles and ridden in AMA national dual sport events. Currently, an avid adventure motorcycle rider since 2008, Tom rides on and off pavement. These rides have taken Tom all over the United States to unique places only accessible by motorcycle. To share his passion for both dirt riding and ADV, he has obtained certification as an MSF Dirt Bike School Coach and as an ADV Coach.

matt bayer

Matt grew up in a small town in Kansas and moved to the southwest in the mid 90s. He is an advanced motorcycle instructor and is certified by MSF as a rider coach for multiple courses including Dirtbike and Adventure Bike. He has been riding for decades and enjoys two-wheel adventures both on and off road.