25th Annual Vintage Yamaha Rally - Stecoah, North Carolina - September 2026

HI XJ Owners,

Rev up your engines and make your plans NOW to attend the Annual Vintage Yamaha Rally in beautiful Stecoah, North Carolina! Nestled in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, this unforgettable gathering draws Vintage Yamaha enthusiasts from across the country—and even from around the world.

What began twenty-five years ago as a meet-up for diehard XS1100 riders has grown into a full celebration of the entire Vintage Yamaha Riders Community. Whether you ride, restore, or simply appreciate Yamaha's legendary machines, you’ll feel right at home among fellow fans who share your passion.
Our host venue, the Iron Horse Motorcycle Lodge, offers top-notch accommodations and unbeatable access to some of the most exhilarating mountain roads in the country. Choose from private or semi-private rooms, a bunkhouse, camping and RV sites, or even air-conditioned Conestoga wagons! Plus, enjoy convenient on-site breakfast and dinner options.

This is truly a rider’s rally. Each day, groups of like-minded riders head out on scenic adventures through twisting mountain roads—soak in the camaraderie, the fresh mountain air, and the breathtaking views. Each evening, return to the Iron Horse Lodge for a delicious dinner, campfire conversations, and our special Saturday night awards ceremony.
Don’t miss out—make your plans NOW to join us.

All Vintage Yamaha enthusiasts are welcome, especially XJ Bike Owners!!!

 

XJ Owners Have been well represented at the Vintage Yamaha Rally......

We welcome you to join the fun and fellowship!

 

Even though September may seem far away, it’s not too early to start planning for our upcoming event. In fact, it’s the perfect time.

Rooms and campsites fill up faster than you might expect, and we would hate for anyone to miss out simply because they waited too long to make a reservation. Securing your spot now guarantees you’ll be part of all the fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories we’ll be creating together.

If you’re expecting a tax refund this season, consider setting aside a portion to invest in a great time this September. Experiences and time spent with friends are always worth it!

I’ll be sharing photos of past gatherings so you can see just how much fun we have. And remember — new attendees are always welcome. Invite a friend, bring your family, and join us for a fantastic time.

Don’t wait until rooms and campsites are unavailable — make your reservation now and give yourself something exciting to look forward to!

Time to plan. Time to reserve. Time to have some fun in September!

Looking forward to seeing you there!

 

This would be incredible to go to, but it's 1,100 miles away from me D: Maybe if I can somehow make it into a multi day trip i suppose, or maybe camp out overnight?

 

Only two weeks remaining to order your shirts for the rally. All shirts are PRE-ORDER only and will be distributed at the reception desk on Friday Morning.

The shirt will be BLUE with 3-colors of printing. Design is the BACK side.


Ordering via PayPal as indicated below.... PLEASE USE FRIENDS AND FAMILY to avoid our group being charged fees by PayPal.
Indicate Size - Sleeve (short or long) - Make sure to provide your e-mail address so we can send you and order confirmation.



We've also received the trophies for our typical, friendly, low-key, awards ceremony on Saturday night: Best Restoration 1st & 2nd, Best Custom 1st & 2nd, Best Overall, Yamaha Factory Award (Blue One) often presented by a representative of Yamaha but not sure they will send a rep. this year.

 

Nice, Wisconsin has their vintage ride this weekend (Sep 22) in Ontario WI. Looking for to maybe riding the 83 XJ900 on the rally.

 

️ 25th ANNUAL VINTAGE YAMAHA RALLY ️

ONE WEEK LEFT TO ORDER YOUR RALLY SHIRT!
The clock is ticking! Shirt orders must be received by SEPTEMBER 1st.

This year’s shirt is extra special as we celebrate 25 YEARS of the Vintage Yamaha Rally! The three-color design on the back was created especially for this milestone event, and we think it’s going to be one you’ll want to have in your collection.

IMPORTANT: Shirts are PRE-ORDER ONLY. We will not have extra shirts available for purchase at the Rally, so if you want one, you need to order now!

If you’ve already placed your order through PayPal, THANK YOU! ❤️ Nancy will have your shirt waiting for you at IronHorse on Friday, along with a little goodie bag.

If you’ve been procrastinating, it’s time to get off that Vintage Yamaha for a few minutes and place your order!

Our screen printer needs the final quantity by September 2nd, so we have to stick firmly to the September 1st deadline.

️ HAVE YOU MADE YOUR RALLY PLANS YET?
We are getting VERY excited about seeing everyone again at the end of next month! It’s hard to believe we’re getting ready to celebrate 25 years of Vintage Yamaha Rally tradition.

There is still time to make arrangements at IronHorse Motorcycle Lodge. Camping availability should still be pretty good, although rooms are becoming very limited.

Other nearby options include SanRan in Robbinsville and hotels in Bryson City. They may be a little less convenient, but we'd much rather have you nearby than miss having you with us for the 25th Annual Rally!

We can't wait to see old friends, make some new ones, talk Yamahas, ride some great roads, and celebrate 25 YEARS together! ❤️️

⏰ THE CLOCK IS TICKING!
ORDER YOUR 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHIRT BY SEPTEMBER 1st!

See you at the Rally!

— The VYR Team

 

THE SHIRT CLOCK IS TICKING!

SHIRT ORDER DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 1
The countdown is on! If you haven’t ordered your 25th Annual Vintage Yamaha Rally shirt, the deadline is quickly approaching. September 1 is the deadline! ⏰

And while we’re counting down to the Rally, the Yama-Goodies are starting to arrive!

Nancy has been reaching out to many of our commercial friends and supporters, asking for small donations to help make our 25th Annual Event extra special. Some have been able to contribute this year, while others unfortunately aren’t able to—and we completely understand.

We’re very grateful to those who have continued to support our Rally!

️ Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corp.
Yamaha has come through again with a great selection of goodies for our group, including:

• T-Shirts
• Fancy Tumblers
• A VERY nice—and VERY expensive—Backpack!
• And several other miscellaneous items that will be perfect additions to our registration goodie bags.

️ Summit Racing
Summit Racing has also continued its tradition of providing goodies for our Rally. This year’s contribution includes a very nice Tool Bag along with several other giveaway items.

✨ NEW THIS YEAR — Griot’s Garage
We’re excited to welcome Griot’s Garage to our list of supporters this year!

They have provided a $50 Gift Certificate that can be used toward some of their excellent polishes, waxes, and other vehicle-care products. If you like keeping your Yamaha—or any other vehicle—looking its best, you know Griot’s makes some great stuff!

THANK YOU to all of our supporters for helping make this event possible!

It’s starting to come together, and we’re getting more excited every day!

️ 25 YEARS OF THE VINTAGE YAMAHA RALLY! ️

We’re really looking forward to seeing everyone again at the 25th Annual Vintage Yamaha Rally at:

Iron Horse Lodge
Stecoah, North Carolina

It’s going to be a great weekend with great people, great motorcycles, and plenty of Yama-Goodies!

DON’T FORGET — SHIRT ORDERS MUST BE IN BY SEPTEMBER 1! ️

See everyone at the Rally!
25 years and still going strong!