I’m no kid. I’m 49 years old. Yes that’s right, 49. No matter how much I deny it, I’m old. So why do I feel like a kid every time I swing a leg over a motorcycle?
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A Life of Motorcycling
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010Riders and Pilots – Bikes and Planes – what’s the deal?
Sunday, January 31st, 2010There’s a pretty big chance that if you fly a plane, you also ride a motorcycle. Why?
Three Bikes That Changed My Life. Sort of.
Monday, November 16th, 2009No matter how many motorcycles you’ve owned, a few are bound to stand out. Which ones do you regret selling? Which ones taught you something useful? Which ones scared the piss out of you? In other words, which ones changed your life? Here’s my list.
Group Riding Advice
Friday, October 2nd, 2009You’ve just learned to carry mile-long wheelies on your ZX-10. Thinking about impressing your buddies on your next group ride? Think again.
Honda Fury!!
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009Is the chopper boom over?
Streetfighters then and now, a brief history
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009What exactly is a Streetfighter? I know one when I see one…
Is the Isle of Man TT too dangerous to continue?
Monday, June 2nd, 2008Should the Isle of Man TT be shut down for the rider’s own good?
AMA Superbike – more of the same?
Sunday, March 2nd, 2008AMA Superbike – more of the same?
Remember Anthony Gobert? This Bimota brings back some fond memories
Wednesday, February 13th, 2008This Bimota SB8R brings back memories……
MotoGP To Be A Spec-Tire Class in 2008?
Thursday, January 3rd, 2008Valentino_Rossi_Fiat_Yamaha_MotoGP_0.jpgThe bosses of MotoGP are mulling over a spec-tire rule for 2008, forcing all riders to use one brand of tires. Just like World Superbike. All this after just one year of Bridgestone dominating the podium. Is this a good thing?
World Superbike to Allow 1200cc Twins in 2008. You’re Welcome, Ducati.
Monday, December 3rd, 2007Christmas came early for Ducati this year.
Notes from Laguna Seca 2007 – the Biggest Sportbike Event in the U.S.
Sunday, December 2nd, 2007MotoGP at Laguna Seca each year is undoubtedly the biggest event in the U.S. sportbike rider’s calendar. We were surprised by a few things this year. Were you?
I got a ticket
Friday, September 28th, 2007It just ain’t fair
Congratulations Casey Stoner, Ducati, Bridgestone
Sunday, September 2nd, 2007Congratulations Casey Stoner, Ducati, Bridgestone
Burning Bikes: The Wacky, Weird Vehicles of Burning Man
Sunday, September 2nd, 2007One of the most interesting parts of Burning Man, at least for this gearhead, is the wacky collection of vehicles. Not your basic choppers or streetfighters…oh no, those would be far too normal for a Burner (as many participants call themselves). Just like in the “default world”, all motorized vehicles must pass inspection by the DMV before they can be operated on the “playa” surface.
AMA Superbike- We’ve got a couple of questions…..
Wednesday, August 1st, 2007We’re getting a little tired of AMA Superbike. Can you answer these questons?
New Resource: Motorcycle Fuel Economy Ratings
Saturday, June 9th, 2007I’m interested to hear from Ninja 250 owners
Motorcycle Sales Up for 14th Straight Year! Will it continue?
Friday, February 2nd, 2007Sales of two-wheelers continued showing consistent strength in 2006, ending in December with a 14th straight year of growth.