BEST GIFT IDEAS FOR MOTORCYCLISTS
We get visited by people on the hunt for the perfect gift for their moto loving friends or family members on a regular basis.It’s best to stick to gifts that don’t require a precise fit and that would be universally useful for all motorcyclists. Here are some gift ideas for the bikers in your life.
Guide to buying a used motorcycle
There is definitely a negative stigma about buying used motorcycles. But being able to identify red flags and knowing what to ask and what to look for when shopping for a used bike can help you land a great deal.
BEST BEGINNER BIKES AND OTHER THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING YOUR FIRST BIKE
the truth is, there is no “best” beginner bike. The best beginner bike will be determined by what’s right for YOU and it drastically varies from person to person.
How Float Tanks are beneficial to motorcycle riders
After hearing about the flotation tank and finding out that several word class motorcycle racers use it, I had to try it.
D.I.Y. MOTORCYCLE MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Regular motorcycle maintenance is key to long motorcycle life as well as motorcycle safety. Following the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for your motorcycle will ensure it remains mechanically sound and safe to ride.
Rev'it! Ridge GTX Jacket Review
I experienced riding through fog, suffering through annoying drizzles that never end and cooking in Central California heat. To my surprise, Rev'it! Ridge excelled in pretty much all conditions I was able to throw at it.
Minimalist's Motorcycle Track Day Packing List
Packing and unpacking is my least favorite part about going to the track so I’ve minimized it to bare essentials. To each their own but here is my minimalist list of the bare essentials you’ll need for a track day.
Motorcycle Inventions You Didn't Know Existed
Here are some “out there” motorcycle products that may or may not take off but we respect the innovation and enthusiasm of the creators.
What if you can't afford motorcycle training?
Professional coaching is really expensive. A private lesson with a coach could cost anywhere between $1500 to $3000 per session. I don’t know about the rest of you but I don’t have that kind of cash readily available to spend on one day of coaching.
Why a Helmet Bluetooth is a Great Idea
I started using a Bluetooth in my helmet about three years ago and while I never felt like I was missing something before I had one, I cannot imagine riding without one now and here’s why.
Not your typical Kawasaki Z900RS review
I’m not going to get into the technical mumbo-jumbo, if you’re into that sort of thing, feel free to read up on the specs on Kawasaki’s website. I purely want to talk about my first impression on riding the Kawasaki Z900RS as an average rider.
YAMAHA CHAMPIONS RIDING SCHOOL (YCRS) REVIEW
Who better to teach you how to get it done than guys who did get it done? Recently I finally got an opportunity to take the Champ Day class and here is a short brief on how it went down.
AGV Sport Modular Helmet Review
When we heard that AGV is planning an assault on this market, our ears perked up, when we saw the proposed features and specs we were intrigued, and when we actually got a chance to ride in one we were blown away.
A well-functioning retro style helmet is finally here
We’ve been waiting for a product like this for a long time. With the fast growing café racer / vintage bike culture, many are on the hunt for a retro style helmet suitable for that type of riding.
Motorcycle Helmets - how old is too old?
When was the last time you checked if your helmet is due for a replacement? Did you know that even best of the best helmets have an “expiration date”? Most high end helmets are good for about five years past the date of manufacture.
Here is why you should buy Alpinestars Tech-Air Airbag system
If you spend a day in a hospital ICU, how much would you pay not to have to? What amount would a paraplegic pay to be able to walk again? How much would your friend pay not to get killed by a car making a left turn? What is it worth to come home and hug your family?
Are $70 leather motorcycle jackets too good to be true?
Is it better to wear a cheap riding jacket or not wear one at all? To satisfy our own curiosity, we decided to check out a couple of Viking Cycle brand jackets from motorcyclehouse.com.
For once, leave your camera at home
Cell phones, tablets, GoPro’s, we are addicted to these electronics and at times it seems like we’re more interested in capturing the moment than living it.
Pando Moto Rosie kevlar jeans review
The Pando Moto Rosie Plain jeans in black are the first pair of jeans I’ve tried on that are actually flattering on my body.
Surviving traffic on a motorcycle
Here is a reality check for all those riders on the road who think they are untouchable - you are only invincible as long as you are alive.
Nicky Hayden's Tragic Passing and what it taught us
The tragic passing of American racing legend Nicky Hayden this past Monday has left us feeling as though we’ve lost a close and personal friend.
Pando Moto Dyneema Jeans Review
We are so so excited about Pando Moto’s newest release – Dyneema riding jeans. We’ve been waiting for a product like this for a long time.
My first track crash
Well, it finally happened. Exactly two years after my first track day, in fact the same track and track organization, I finally crashed. To add insult to injury, it happened during the second lap of the very first session. Yea, I was “that girl”.
Moto Guzzi V7 Project
Since we are in the middle of grueling So Cal winter we do not get to ride all that often. Bikes are always on our mind though, so we decided to start an interesting project. My buddy who pretty much quit riding because his wife gave ....
