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Motorcycle
Cardo connectivity help BMW Rider Training with their mission of ‘Making Life A Ride’
With five centres across the UK, BMW Rider training supports customers through every step of their journey – whether getting on a bike for the first time, obtaining their licence or looking to adva...
Outdoor
How to Lead Climb: An Ultimate Guide
If you want to explore cliffs you can’t reach on foot and push your climbing skills to the max, try your hand at lead climbing. It requires more coordination, planning and endurance to get to the t...
Outdoor
Mountain Bike Geometry Explained
Getting to the top of the mountain often comes down to simple math. The geometry of the bike can work for or against you based on your riding position and body size. A slight change in angle or siz...
Motorcycle
Understanding Motorcycle Helmet Ratings
Wearing a helmet greatly reduces your risk of injury when riding a motorcycle, but not all helmets are made equal. They come in different sizes and styles and some makes and models are considered s...
Motorcycle
What Hazards Might a Motorcyclist Encounter?
Motorcyclists face an alarmingly high risk on the roads — they’re 28 times more likely to pass away in a fatal motorcycle accident and four times more likely to get injured than those in passenger ...
Motorcycle
Motorcycle Marriage Proposals Using Cardo Systems
“Hey Cardo, ask my partner to marry me…”
Cardo’s most recent customer survey revealed that over 250 Cardo users had proposed over their Cardo - just 20 years ago, this wouldn’t have been possible, ...
Motorcycle
ATV vs. UTV: What’s the Difference?
An ATV and a UTV may sound alike, but they have substantially different functions. They also need different gear and safety considerations, so you want to be sure to know the difference between th...
Motorcycle
3 Best Motorcycle Roads in Switzerland
If Switzerland isn’t on your motorcycle riding bucket list, get ready to fall in love with one of the most beautiful countries in the world! This mountainous region of Europe is known for its awe-i...
Off-Road
How to Start an ATV Rental Business
Renting ATVs is a growing business in the U.S. and around the world. The market was valued at $9.4 billion and is expected to grow to $18.6 billion by 2031. More and more people are discovering the...
Outdoor
Mountain Bike Helmet vs. Road Bike Helmet: 3 Differences
You should always wear a helmet when riding a bike, whether it’s on the road or the side of a mountain. Research shows they reduce head injury by 48 percent, serious head injury by 60 percent, trau...
Motorcycle
Packtalk Neo vs. Edge: What's the Difference?
If you’re looking to talk and connect hands-free while riding your motorcycle, Cardo Systems has you covered. The Cardo Packtalk Edge and Packtalk Neo are two of our best-selling wireless Bluetooth...
Motorcycle
What to Do with an Old Motorcycle Helmet
They say every motorcycle helmet tells a story, but that story doesn’t have to end when your helmet is no longer fit to wear. Like all gear, helmets gradually degrade over time with regular riding....
Outdoor
What to Wear Downhill Mountain Biking
Few things in life are as thrilling as cruising down the side of a mountain on a bike, but you can’t just hop on a set of wheels and hope for the best. In addition to having a reliable mountain bik...
Outdoor
Five Downhill Mountain Biking Tips
What goes up, must come down. Getting to the top of a steep hill or mountain is challenging enough, but pedaling to the bottom can take just as much effort. The good news is that you can give your ...
Off-Road
Everything You Need to Know About ATV Farming
If you own an ATV, did you know that you can turn it into a piece of farming equipment with a few modifications? This off-road vehicle is perfect for hobbyists and independent farmers looking to ex...
Outdoor
Eight Helpful Mountain Bike Training Tips
Mountain biking is an exciting sport that will take you to all kinds of new destinations that aren’t accessible on foot or by car. But it’s not the same as road cycling around your neighborhood. Yo...
Motorcycle
9 Must-Have Motorcycle Touring Accessories
Motorcycle touring is a great way to travel on a budget. With the right gear and accessories, you can explore all kinds of destinations for as little as $130 to $170 a day. But you will need to mak...
Motorcycle
Motorcycle Etiquette: 5 Unwritten Rules of Motorcycle Riding
The rules of the road apply to all drivers, including motorcyclists. You need to be respectful of other people’s needs and intentions when making decisions behind the wheel. A slight hesitation or ...
Motorcycle
Planning an Alps Motorcycle Tour: The Ultimate Guide
The Alps are considered the holy grail of motorcycle touring. This 700-mile mountain range reaches peaks as high as 15,000 feet. It is the highest mountain range in Europe, with a crescent shape th...
Off-Road
ATV Racing: An Ultimate Guide
How to Start ATV Racing
ATV racing can feel like an exclusive club if you’re unfamiliar with the off-road community. But that doesn’t mean you can’t break in if you’re persistent. Most fans and rid...
Motorcycle
3 Best Motorcycle Roads in Germany
Germany is definitely one of the best places in the world to ride a motorcycle. It’s home to architectural wonders, including ancient castles, sprawling farmlands and rolling hills, plus all the br...
Motorcycle
How to Lock a Helmet to a Motorcycle
It’s important to wear a helmet when you ride a motorcycle, but what do you do with your helmet when you can’t take it inside? The average motorcycle helmet weighs around three pounds. As a rider, ...
Motorcycle
How to Carry an Extra Helmet on a Motorcycle
Everyone must wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle, but what do you do if you have more than one helmet? You never know when you might need to carry an extra helmet around. This could happen for ...
Motorcycle
4 Motorcycle Helmet Storage Tips
Your motorcycle helmet is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment you own. It is your first line of defense against serious injury if you are involved in an accident, so you need to ma...