Thunderbird Throttle

2026 THUNDERBIRD THROTTLE

A charity motorcycle ride for MMIP

SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026

2026 THUNDERBIRD THROTTLE

A charity motorcycle ride for MMIP

SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026

The Only Native American Ride During AZ Bike Week

COME JOIN US!

A spectacular journey through the sacred lands of our Native Peoples, celebrating our culture and courage in the face of Missing & Murdered Indigenous People.

LET'S RIDE

ABOUT THE EVENT

REGISTER & GET YOUR TICKETS

All PRE-REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE WRISTBAND & FOLLOWING VALUE: Commemorative t-shirt / Morning refreshments / Raffle ticket for door prizes / Admission to BBQ luncheon at Casino AZ / Event swag bag & promotional items

MESSAGE FROM Patty "WILDCAT" Dimitriou

We are thrilled to announce the 4th Annual Thunderbird Throttle Motorcycle Benefit Ride, set to take place on Saturday April 11, 2026. This event is hosted in collaboration with the Rez Riders Indian Motorcycle Club and the Phoenix Indian Center, to promote awareness and support of those families impacted by the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) issue. Last year we brought over 300 riders and community members into our circle to watch cultural performances, to hear from community leaders, and to partake in a cultural celebration of our Indigenous Community. The event brought much needed attention to a crucial issue of our community, Missing and Murdered Indigenous People. Highlights of the event will again include cultural performances, Indigenous riders, community engagement with Indigenous leaders, advocates, and youth. We truly appreciate your support and participation of this incredible event and partnering to build resources for issues that impact our collective Indigenous communities. In Harmony,

ROUTE STOPS & PARTNERS

WHAT TO EXPECT

There are THREE locations. We will have performers and speakers at all three stops. Route includes Native American cultural performers, speakers, youth advocates and MMIP families.

  • START
    INDIAN MOTORCYCLE OF CHANDLER 2677 E Willis Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286
  • STOP
    Tonto Basin Water Recreation Area
  • END
    CASINO ARIZONA 524 N 92nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
  • INDIAN MOTORCYCLE OF CHANDLER
  • Tonto Basin Water Recreation Area
  • CASINO ARIZONA

Our Leadership Team

Patty "Wildcat" Dimitriou

THUNDERBIRD THROTTLE

Event Emcee & Organizer

ROB "WHEELZ" Day

REZ RIDERS, AZ

Road Captain & Lead Rider

Lavinia "LUVY" Yonnie

MEDICINE WHEEL RIDE

Eagle Staff Carrier

A Very Cool Soul

UNITY, INC.

Youth Ambassador

Elisia Manuel

THREE PRECIOUS MIRACLES

Matriarch Advisor

Danny Upshaw

UNHEARD HARMONY

Official Photographer

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