For those of you reading this outside of North America, today is a traditional holiday held in the United States, on the third Thursday of every November. Most businesses and schools are closed to mark the occasion. Families and friends join together to feast, and celebrate “thanks” for what’s good Read more
Or, stated differently, how low is your tire pressure right now? HEY! I know you’re busy. You’ve got this and that and all the more to do. And on top of that, you’re running late…again! So, who has time to check air pressure? Besides, those darn valves on your motorcycle Read more
According to their website, “LOVE RIDE has grown into the largest one-day motorcycle fundraising event in the world. A place where people come to have a good time, while making a difference in the world we live in.” The ride was founded by Glendale Harley owner, Oliver Shokouh, as a Read more
“Check your bike before each ride” and “Wear all your safety equipment” are two practical pieces of advice in a public service announcement (see below) that features US Secretary of Transportation, Mary E. Peters (served 2006 to 2009 under President George W. Bush), who is also a motorcycle rider. While Read more
Answer: If you never crash — you don’t need a helmet. Alas, if only life were that simple. Riders around the world have ideas, pro and con, about wearing protective helmets. There is a certain physical and emotional sensation — like no other — that is engendered when not wearing Read more
Which is the best long-distance motorcycle? And who could best answer that? How about a husband and wife team touring the world with bikes and tent? British riders, Simon and Lisa Thomas, are doing just that. Starting from England in 2003, they have made a life of touring the countries Read more
Well, if you are thinking in terms of motorcycle fashion apparel, I would recommend chrome, shaft-drive pendants, hanging from a series of gold chains that are attached to a leather belt with a chrome bike-buckle to secure your pants. And that should give you a good indication on why I Read more
1) What would you recommend as a “first†motorcycle for a newbie? 2) With a gazillion bikes to choose from, how would you advise a friend, new to the world of motorcycling, on which bike to purchase? 3) Should it be a used bike or a new one? You and Read more
For most new riders, buying any used bike would be more practical than buying a brand-new motorcycle: Consider it as a training bike. Be willing to drop it – because you probably will while becoming acquainted with it. Be willing to damage a few levers or turn signals, scratch up Read more
GASOLINE BY ANY OTHER NAME IS STILL GOOD OLD GO-JUICE: “Gasoline†in America. “Petrol†in Europe. “Benzine†in Scandinavia, Russia, Germany, Israel and Bulgaria. They’re all different terms for that favorite motorcycle go-juice we hose into our tank. Except for a few electric bikes and any other alternative energy two-wheelers Read more
It’s a pretty simple equation: No matter where you live, if you are a motorcycle rider in pursuit of the best roads, you have either already ridden Highway 1 through the Big Sur region in Central Coastal California, or it is part of your future. Officially designated as an All Read more
For Big Sur riders inclined towards sleeping in the great outdoors, there are several campgrounds on the coast, including Pfeiffer State Park, Kirk Creek, and Plaskett Creek that are situated right off California Highway 1. They are popular and tend to be filled through much of the summer. I’m especially Read more
KEVLAR: STRONG, LIGHTWEIGHT AND HEAT RESISTANT Perhaps most famous for its application in bullet-proof vests, Kevlar is also used in radial tires, heat- or flame-resistant fabrics, fiber-reinforced composite materials for aircraft panels, boat hulls, golf-club shafts, and lightweight bicycles. According to the Dupont website, which first produced Kevlar in 1965, Read more
AIR MESH KEVLAR JACKET: (Read Part I) The Motoport Air Mesh Kevlar Jacket (previously Cycleport) includes a thorough array of impact protective armor, in addition to the abrasion resisting Kevlar. The “Tri-Armor Body Guard System” includes armor not only in the right areas to protect elbows, forearms, shoulders, and back, Read more
40 miles? That’s all!? Oh, but these are not regular miles. These are 40 miles of heavenly motorcycle bliss for any rider venturing through Ventura County, California. Some of the highlights include excellent pavement, mountains, hills, canyons, mountains, lakes, rivers, valleys, mountains, very few traffic lights or stop signs, excellent Read more