Many riders live in states that experience long months of bitter cold temperatures and snowy conditions: Not ideal for riding a motorcycle. For those of you in the southern states – many of us also hold out hopes of coming to visit you! Motorcycle dealerships and repair shops offer winter storage in the northern...Read More

Front End Maintenance Tips Question: How do I know when my front end needs maintenance? I know that my service manual and motorcycle dealer make recommendations but I would like to know how I can tell when I have an issue that requires servicing. To read part one, click HERE Hand controls and Brakes You...Read More

DIY – MOTORCYCLE FRONT END MAINTENANCE – Part 1 of 2 Most of us like the idea of doing things on our own but are not really sure what to do, where to look, or even what to search for! That is where I come in. My name is Chris Holland and I am a...Read More

Motorcycle Braking: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly This is the third installment of a three part series on Motorcycle Braking. To read the first on Common Braking Errors click HERE. To read the second on Good Braking Techniques click HERE. “I’ve been riding for 30 years I don’t need to practice!” Yep –...Read More

Motorcycle Braking: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly This is the second installment of a three part series on Motorcycle Braking. To read the first on Common Braking Errors click HERE. To read the third on How to Practice click HERE. The basics of maximum braking are to apply both brakes fully without locking...Read More

Motorcycle Braking: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly This is the first installment of a three part series on Motorcycle Braking. To read the second on Good Braking Techniques click HERE. To read the third on How to Practice click HERE. As you are out and about riding your motorcycle: Have you ever felt...Read More

Irvine, Calif.: In another move intended to help make the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s safety tips and practical strategies even more accessible to riders, the MSF has released its first official educational app on iTunes for use with iPhones and iPads. Titled “Dr. Jim’s Riding Tips,” the app uses existing MSF self-paced safety lessons to help...Read More

So, you’re thinking about commuting to work on a motorcycle It makes good sense – according to ridetowork.org commutes go quicker on two wheels. It’s easier to find a parking space and you’ll save a bunch of money on gas too. Here are some tips to help you arrive stylishly and safely at work: Accessorize...Read More