New Year / New Moto Trends – Return of the Retros!

If you’re a moto junkie that has owned bikes new and old, then you know the love/hate relationship with those vintage machines.  You sure love them when they run right, and you can take them out. Yet, you get frustrated when they are down for the count and need some hard to source part.  Luckily…

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Motorcycle Camping

Triumph motorcycle parked at tent campsite

Camping with your motorcycle gives you an opportunity to really see the world – up close and personal. However, it’s not like camping in your typical camper, RV or even supply-filled compact car. You have to learn to pack light and pack smart. If you’re really roughing it, you can simply bring a sleeping bag…

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Top 10 Reasons to Ride Your Motorcycle Instead of Your Car

2 motorcyclists at railroad crossing

Here are some reminders why to choose your motorcycle instead of your car: Motorcycles consume 55% less fuel per mile than cars. Since a lot of businesses have designated parking spots for motorcycles closer to the building and it’s a lot easier to squeak in smaller spaces, you’re in the door quicker. It’s a way…

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Motorcycle Clubs

Winnipeg-Roughriders-Motorcycle-Club vintage image of 16 post WW2 guys and their 3 motorcycles

Maybe it’s the roar of 100 – or 1000 engines on the road together, or maybe it’s the fun of seeing people you know week after week, but being part of a motorcycle club is, for many, a vital part of the motorcycle lifestyle experience. If you’re not in one, or you’re just looking to…

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Take Your Dog Along for the Ride

motorcycle puppy carrier from rockstar puppy

The last time you went out for a ride, did you have to leave your best buddy behind? Ever see a dog hanging his head out of a car window and wonder about the state of bliss your very own canine companion would achieve on the back of your bike? Your first thought may be…

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The 10 Best Motorcycle Movies

2 bikers in Easy Rider movie riding across desert road

For those few days you’re not riding, why not indulge in some of the best motorcycle movies ever made? Have you seen them all? Here’s the top 10, according to our Facebook fans: 10. Mad Max. (1979) An Australian dystopic action film, starring the not-yet-famous Mel Gibson. Motorcycle gangs have taken over, so Mad Max is…

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Ride into the New Year with these Top 10 Resolutions

Here’s a countdown of the Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for the biker.  This year I promise to … 10. Ride more. I think we all make this resolution every year, but this time I’m going to stick to it. I’m planning to ride to work, take off more vacation time or maybe pull out the bike…

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Donating your Old Motorcycle to Charity

Harley motorcycle rear 3/4 view

If Santa left you a shiny new bike under the tree this year, or if you’re taking advantage of some of the great sales going on right now, you may want to think about the benefits of donating your old motorcycle to charity. Benefits of donating your cycle: Your donation can be tax deductible if…

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Top 8 Motorcycle Vacation Destinations

Motorcycle and palm trees

Many motorcycle enthusiasts will head out of state for their summer vacation, and many with their prized bikes in tow. Looking for a unique rally excursion this summer? Look no further. Here are a few tips on 10 motorcycle vacation destinations this summer. Milwaukee. What could be a more memorable vacation for a motorcycle enthusiast than…

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Motorcycles and Music Festivals

What better way to enjoy some beautiful weather and time with friends than planning a trip to a music festival. Here are a few in places surrounded with natural beauty, where getting there is half the fun. Shipping your motorcycle to a music festival gives you more time to enjoy the band. Here are five great festival…

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