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So, you just bought a new motorcycle? Congratulations and welcome to the club! Before you start enjoying all the perks of owning a motorcycle, you need to break in your bike so it warms up to the r...

Why Wear Earbuds? Riding with certain types of earbuds may benefit you behind the wheel. It may be safer to have your GPS issue instructions directly into your ear so you can hear what it’s saying...

For those just starting out on their journey as a motorcyclist, the tips in this article will help you get revved up safely. Learning to ride is a long and often intense process of self-discovery t...

But choosing a helmet can be easier said than done. There are lots of different motorcycle helmet styles to choose from. Use this guide to find the right safety gear and accessories for your new ri...

What Is a Motorcycle Group? Motorcycle groups come in all shapes and sizes. They serve all kinds of different needs and purposes in their respective communities. Riders may coalesce around their lo...

Studies show vehicle failure accounts for less than three percent of motorcycle accidents, and most are single vehicle accidents where control is lost due to a puncture flat. You can prevent flats...

Wear High-Visibility Riding Gear You have a lot of say over what you wear on your bike. Most of us love the traditional black leather riding jacket, but dark colors won’t help you stand out on the...

Let’s face it – your motorcycle helmet visor isn’t as clean as it used to be. You might think that visors are made to get dirty, but tiny imperfections, like cracks, dirt and stains, make it harder...

You can enroll in a motorcycle training course, but you might need some additional practice on your own. Take your bike to an empty parking lot or lonely stretch of road to practice your skills. Th...

There are lots of ways to describe an off-road vehicle. ATVs, quads, 4-wheelers have separate definitions, but many riders often use these terms interchangeably. So, what’s the difference between a...

Why Bike to Work? Statistics show just 3% of Americans use motorcycles when commuting to work, but the data is subject to change. The COVID-19 pandemic turned the average American commute on its h...

What Is Countersteering? Countersteering is the act of pushing your handlebars in one direction so that your bike goes in the other. This may sound strange, but chances are you’ve been doing it fo...

A Brief History of the Belt Chain The belt chain has been around since the late 1890s when the vehicles were first being invented. At the time, most motorcycles weren’t moving faster than 30 MPH, ...

Physical fitness is a part of motorcycle riding that is often overlooked. After all, who cares about how much you can bench when your bike is pushing out that sweet, sweet horsepower?  But any skil...

Who doesn’t love horsepower? HP can be a hot topic in the motorcycle industry, but today’s bikes tend to run the gauntlet in terms of power. Some can do zero to sixty in just a few seconds flat, bu...

Dirt Bikes The classic dirt bike has been around since the late 1950s when Soichiro Honda transformed the standard motorcycle into a racing machine. The sport known as motocross really took off in...

But whether you already ride or not, it takes some attention and care to become a good passenger who works as one with the rider. These seven rules will help show you the basics of riding as a pass...

1. Use a Motorcycle Alarm It’s not exactly the quietest solution, but it can get the job done. Most of us are so used to hearing car alarms at this point, but they do serve a purpose. The anti-the...

We all know setting out on the road for the first time after passing your test can be a little daunting, but don’t let that get in the way of getting the most out of your journey into two wheels.  ...

If you think of games when you hear the phrase “motorcycle apps,” think again. We’re here to round up 14 of the top motorcycle apps that can help you ride smarter and safer. Each provides a differe...

How to Clean a Motorcycle Engine: Essential Supplies Here’s what you’ll need for this project: -Air compressor and hose OR canned compressed air -Soft bristle brush and sponge -Bucket of warm...

Why You Need a Motorcycle First Aid Kit Riding a motorcycle will expose you to certain hazards. Scrapes, scratches, burns, cuts and insect stings are all common. Beyond that, we all know that majo...

1. What’s the safest part of a lane for a motorcycle to ride in?  As the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s (MSF) rider manual explains, you can imagine any lane divided into three equal parts: left, c...

Cost -Dirt bikes and ATVs both have a wide spectrum of price points. That said, when it comes to entry- and mid-level models, the price range of dirt bikes is typically several thousand dollars be...