Join me on an unforgettable motorcycle journey across the Baltics — from the heart of Vilnius, Lithuania, through Latvia and Estonia, all the way to Finland. This isn’t just a ride — it’s a story of discovery, culture, and the freedom of the open road. You’ll see stunning landscapes, historic towns, and the hidden beauty of the Baltic countryside.
I’ll take you behind the handlebars through long winding roads, ferry crossings, and even unexpected finds like an abandoned Soviet military base. Along the way, I’ll share travel insights, healthy food tips, and the real joy of experiencing each country like a local.
If you’ve ever dreamed of riding through Europe on two wheels, this video will inspire you to plan your next big adventure. 🌍 Don’t forget to like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share this video to support more travel stories like this!
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[00:00:00] – Journey Begins in Lithuania
[00:00:30] – Meeting the Bike Shop Team
[00:01:00] – Why Motorcycle Touring Is Special
[00:01:40] – Exploring the Baltics by Road
[00:02:10] – Ferry Ride from Estonia to Finland
[00:02:50] – Discovering Helsinki’s Local Culture
[00:03:20] – Riding Through the Finnish Countryside
[00:03:50] – Unexpected Encounters and Scenic Roads
[00:04:20] – Visiting Abandoned Soviet Sites
[00:04:50] – Returning to Vilnius and Final Thoughts
Paul Akers, of The American Innovator, takes us along on an epic street bike trip through Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, & Finland. He got his bike at the Bike Shop (https://www.bikeshop.lt/) in Vilnius.
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Paul Akers is an entrepreneur, business owner, author, speaker, & Lean maniac. He has written 3 books on Lean (2 Second Lean, Lean Health, & Lean Travel) and he travels the world to educate & speak about Lean principles & Lean manufacturing. Paul has a podcast called The American Innovator where he shares about his Lean & travel adventures. For more information on Paul Akers and Lean, visit his website. http://paulakers.net/
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7 Comments
oh man ,I ride Ktms ! Paul's gonna go to his grave having lived. he might wear out , but he won't rust out.
Great trip report Paul. Touring on bikes is awesome way to see places
Paul, I;m a full blooded second generation Latvian, but never been too my parents homeland, You have inspired me to make the trip.
Paul, did you go by yourself? OH, I don't recall you saying you had ridden across our OWN country yet like Janet and I did on our Harleys back in 2005, "ocean to ocean". In fact, Janet called it our "Sea to Shining Sea" Tour. :0)
One thing I would advise (and what we actually did) is to drive no more than three hours a day to get to a new area (found a hotel), and then ride around that area to see the best sites (I'm partial to landscapes, etc. rather than something "man-made".) Just a thought, my friend! :0) Thanks for sharing!
Emerging and becoming part of free market world… lol. Latvia is dying out. Otherwise – good little video
That looks awesome!
This looks amazing i know it was 7 years ago but do you have the web site of the Bike Shop