1.Obey the Rules, drive within the speed limit. This may sound logic, but it’s important to follow traffic rules, use signals and drive the posted speed limit to avoid accidents, because we all know that when you are a rider sometimes the mental speed limit can “change”… According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, […]
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Temperatures are now above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and when that happens, you need riding gear that can accommodate summer riding conditions. Eliminating protective gear (Jacket, Boots, Helmet) is not a good option but The clothing you wear in early spring probably isn\’t comfortable on a summer road trip. Any rider knows that choosing the right
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Springtime can be the best time of year to ride…but also the most dangerous. It\’s a bit like the Tale of Two Cities – the best of time and the worst of times. Pro: spring smells and warm temps after a long winter. Con: post-winter salt & grime on the roads. After a rough winter
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The average commuter spends 38 hours stuck in traffic every year. While most people take cars, nearly 150,000 individuals ride their motorcycles to work on a regular basis. Some riders have bikes and want to use them as much as possible. Use this guide to assess whether or not you want to become a motorcycle
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Hey, we don\’t usually bring this up … We\’d much rather talk about the fun of riding .. but every once in a while the \”why wear motorcycle gloves\” question comes up. You may be tempted to think — \” … it\’s summer, it\’s hot, no gear today\”. Well, we could tell you all
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As a rider, you have to be prepared for road emergencies, and pack SMART. Especially for touring and longer distance rides … But you can\’t pack EVERYTHING … so you have to boil it down to the essentials and then pack them nice and tight. What\’s on your packing list? What essential item do you
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This past weekend, Hurricane Arthur hit the east coast, bringing torrential rains from North Carolina to Maine. This got us thinking about the special challenges of riding on rainy days in summer. Most riders avoid the rain, others learn how to deal with it. But sometimes you can\’t avoid it, whether commuting or taking in
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As the saying goes, “Dress for the slide, not for the ride.” Sometimes your gear is the only thing between you and the road, so it only makes sense to be sure your gear is the safest it can be, without sacrificing comfort. Today, we’re taking a look at a rider’s best options for hand
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How did you learn to ride? Did you take an MSF class? Did a veteran rider teach you the do’s and the dont\’s? Whether you’re new to the sport or more skilled, if you slip into poor riding habits, you could easily find yourself in a position that will turn you into a Mack truck
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What keeps some motorcyclists riding even as the snow starts falling? Riding a snowmobile! Once you put your 2-wheeled baby away for the winter, a snowmobile can deliver some of the same thrills in a beautiful new landscape. But along with the joys of snowmobiling, comes the age-old question: How do you stay warm and
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