The South Texas Motorcycle Museum

The South Texas Motorcycle Museum was opened in 2008, after being inspired by one of the most breath taking Exhibitions, the "Moving Metal Motorcycle Exhibit" at the International Museum of Art and Science that was opened from 2006 through 2007.

During this expedition 40 rare motorcycles designed by circa 1913-2007, represented a part of a diverse private collection of world-class motorbikes.

Some of the bikes that were displayed were the classic replica of the 1969 Captain America Chopper by Panhead and the 1917 Harley Davidson J, a signature model for Harley. It is easy to see how someone would get inspired after seeing some motorcycles that contributed to the American culture.

The "Moving Metal Motorcycle Exhibit" represented the beauty of a growing culture. This attracted more than antique motorcycle collectors. It got the attention of Educated students, adults, and seniors from all around the world were attracted to the culture, engineering, the art, and history of motorcycles.

The Exhibition’s success inspired a private collector and community philanthropist to endow the South Texas Motorcycle Museum with a lifetime collection of motorcycles in order to preserve and celebrate the rich heritage that motorbikes have become. In 2009 the South Texas Motorcycle Museum achieved its nonprofit status.

To this day the general public has the opportunity to view the full collection through the South Texas Motorcycle Museum. Throughout the year different models are displayed. Even though the motorcycles are very old, every motorcycle displayed is kept in running order, and maintained by Dirty Dave's Cycles and can be viewed in and out of the museum.

The South Texas Motorcycle Museum is located in Edinburg, Texas just 2 miles East of HWY 281. From McAllen, take 281 North to the Schunior Rd. / Richardson Rd. / Chapin Rd. Exit and turn right at the light onto Richardson Rd. Go 2 miles and you'll see us on the left hand side of the road. The museum is open on weekends: Saturdays 12-6 and Sundays 12-5. For more information call 956.292.0770.