Fitting your Motorcycle  By Vicki Sanfelipo, AKA Spitfire    Have you ever worn a pair of jeans that are too tight? It’s uncomfortable to sit, and you wonder if it is obvious to those around you that the jeans should be one size larger.  How about when you wear jeans that are too loose? You...Read More

Glen Ullin, ND – Janet has been riding motorcycles on and off since she was a kid.  It wasn’t till she retired from the coal mining industry that she bought her first Harley, a 2016 Freewheeler. She currently rides a 2020 Freewheeler.  She is a lifetime member of the Harley Owners Group and has been...Read More

Q- Why don’t you teach CPR in Accident Scene Management classes? A- CPR is an important skill. Through the years, many people have learned that if a person is having a cardiac event and has collapsed, the response is to put their hands in the middle of their chest and start pressing. In the case...Read More

Picturesque Day until the Turkeys It was a picturesque day for our group ride, a charity event, which made the group quite large. Riding in the middle of the pack, we suddenly slowed down, sensing an incident at the front. It turned out that the leaders spotted a group of large turkeys on the road...Read More

Atco, NJ – William Gardner has been a motorcyclist since 1992, owning several different motorcycles from sport to full touring.  His current bike is a 2015 BMW R1200RT.  His public safety experience began in 1986 as a Fire Explorer. He then become an EMT in 1992 and has been in EMS serving his community ever...Read More

  Riding a motorcycle in high winds can be a challenging experience, even for the most seasoned riders. The unpredictability of gusts can make maintaining control and balance difficult. However, with the right techniques and precautions, it is possible to safely navigate through windy conditions. The Impact of Wind on Your Motorcycle Wind can push...Read More

I have just completed the ASM ‘Crash Course for Motorcyclists’ held at Chirnside Park and would like to pass on to fellow motorcyclists that this is an excellent course, very well presented, and focused on motorcyclists and our needs. As a Ships Master and lecturer, I have the misfortune of having to attend many First...Read More

ASK SPITFIRE  Question: As I prepare for the riding season, is there anything I need to consider in regard to maintaining my Trauma Pack/Kit?  Answer: Maintaining a trauma kit is crucial so that your supplies are ready for you when needed. Having proper knowledge AND proper supplies ensures that you will be ready to address...Read More