Question: Do I need to take a Basic class if I have medical training?  The answer is yes! I like to tell people that our class is like Basic Training. Regardless of a person’s background, no one gets to skip basic training! The word basic was a nickname given to our class by some of...Read More

Not every crash that happens is life-threatening. Regardless, the situation could have been worse if trained bystanders were not present to help. This story was sent in by Bill & Vicky Barr from Missouri After this happy picture was taken of participants in the 20th Janey’s Ride in Liberty, MO, a motorcycle crash happened.  Fortunately,...Read More

Part 2  SPOT TRACKER – or similar device. Imagine your phone does not have a signal and your bike broke down in the middle of nowhere, or even worse … yes, it happens …  you need the good old “panic” button of your spot tracker. The spot tracker is good for your family and friends...Read More

Riding a motorcycle is an exciting experience that offers a sense of freedom and adventure. However, when the rain starts pouring down, this thrilling activity can become challenging and potentially dangerous. Riding a motorcycle in the rain requires special skills, precautions, and heightened awareness. When planning to ride, most try to avoid poor weather like...Read More

Question- I have heard you speak of six equals zero. What does that mean, and where did it come from? Thanks for asking. 6=0 is a quick formula highlighting six areas a motorcyclist can be educated on that can affect a motorcyclist’s safety. We all know that a good day of riding is one where...Read More

Bad Braking by Allan McCarthy We know that bikes can easily out-accelerate most cars, because the ratio of power-to-weight is better for motorcycles. This quick, exhilarating acceleration can also get us into trouble – especially if we might not be able to stop as fast as the cars around us. Whoa! Before you give me the...Read More

Unveiling the New “About Us” Page We take great pride in our website.  It is a huge site that we try our best to keep up to date and full of useful information that is also resourceful and appealing.  With a website the size of ours, that is a difficult task, and it takes our...Read More

Revving up for Adventure: Essentials for a Long-Distance Motorcycle Trip Abroad Written by: Polly Marinova; Owner of Motocamp Bulgaria Part 1 of 2 Have you ever dreamed of going on an adventure on your motorcycle? How about riding all around our beautiful country?! What would it be like to ride to a foreign country… or...Read More