There is something unique and special about going on an overnight motorcycle trip. Most of the time when we plan to ride for the day, we can get what I call the “Sunday evening blues.” You know, that feeling you get knowing you have to work Monday? Sunday evening is partly ruined just at the […]
So you’ve been riding for a while now, getting used to the feel of the motorcycle and getting out there enjoying yourself. Inevitably what happens when we ride is, we meet others with the same passion for the open road as ourselves. These chance meetings often lead to an invitation to a group ride. Oh
One of my favorite aspects of riding a motorcycle is that it can be a solitary experience, or one that is shared with others. Riding in a group can be a very rewarding experience; friendships that last for life can be made on a single road trip. If you’re new to an area, this can
Anyone paying attention to motorcycle trends, knows that the number of women riding their own motorcycle is on the rise. Ladies are no longer settling for riding on the back of a husband’s, or boyfriend’s, bike. Even though women have been riding motorcycles since the 1950s, (check out the Motor Maids, Inc) their number is
When we drive a car, the only weather conditions we pay attention to are the extremes, like harsh snow, down pouring rain, hot or cold. Most of us have learned to adjust to different kinds of weather conditions and drive on. Yet when it comes to riding a motorcycle, we have to approach this subject
Unless you are in one of those places that never seem to drop in temperature, you will have occasions to ride in the cold. So how do we prepare for those times? How should we layer up? Before we discuss how to layer up, it’s important to understand a few basic concepts about cold weather
Most of us who ride motorcycles prefer finding wide-open roads and avoid city traffic. The fewer the cars, the better we like it; and we spend most of our miles on roads like these. So, unless you are a commuter, forced to ride into a city, most of your skills are developed outside of this
As much fun as a motorcycle can be for recreational use, let’s not forget it is also an excellent means for other types of transportation. Commuting to work on your bike can not only save you money on gasoline, but also provide you with a great way to decompress after a long day’s work. I
Every time you ride is an opportunity to learn, and to improve your riding skills. The average motorcyclist rides in urban and suburban areas, where you need a different set of riding skills to remain safe. Being a better rider is something you can practice – the only thing required is time, and your willingness
Here it comes, the first time you cross paths with another motorcycle… Perhaps you are like me, the rider waved to you, and you realized, you are now a member of a new community. You have joined a subculture, and as with any cross-cultural experience, it pays to have some basic understanding about the world
