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Where Should Your Motorcycle Seating Position Be?

Are you wondering how to ride a motorcycle more comfortably? You’re not alone. There are over 12 million of us cruising down American roads in a variety of motorcycle riding positions. Some people make motorcycle riding look easy, while others struggle with sore backs and achy joints. To keep doing what you love most, you need to know how to sit on a motorcycle (the right way). In this post, we’ll review the basic motorcycle seating position and body mechanics to keep you cruising comfortably all day long. Take a

June 23, 2021

How to Care for a Hot Motorcycle at Spring Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally 2021

The Spring Thunder Beach Rally is approved, and you’re going to take your ride down to Panama City for an amazing event full of awesome bikes and great weather. We’ve already covered how to prepare for your long-distance bike ride to the event, yet are you ready to compete with the heat? A hot motorcycle can lead to numerous issues, which means that knowing how to handle riding in hot weather and beat overheating issues is very important. If You’re ready to learn more about how to handle the heat,

April 12, 2021

Should You Increase a Bike’s Shock Absorbers for Long Trips?

Are you planning on taking a long-distance road trip with your beloved bike? Perhaps you want to see the glory that is North Carolina’s Tail of the Dragon—or get a taste of hell on The Devil’s Highway in Arizona. You might be contemplating Route 1, California’s famous Pacific Coast Highway. Or maybe you’re attending Daytona Bike Week 2021, an annual motorcycle event that draws upwards of 500,000 people every year. It doesn’t matter where you’re going; it only matters if you ride there in comfort. Any long-distance bike trip needs to consider factors

March 22, 2021

Your Guide to the 2021 Myrtle Beach Bike Week

Myrtle Beach Bike Week is one of the biggest biking events on the eastern seaboard, usually drawing hundreds of thousands of bikers from across the country and beyond. Despite attendance being down last year, it’s hoped that this year’s event will be more like those of previous years. Whatever the final attendance figures, those who go are sure to have a fantastic week of biking in beautiful South Carolina scenery. In this guide, we’ll take a look at the scheduled dates of the festival and what you can expect. Ready

March 10, 2021

Safety First: Top Motorcycle Group Riding Tips to Remember

Few experiences top a beautiful day of riding with friends. Motorcycle enthusiasts know that this is one hobby that only gets better when you enjoy it with others. Whether you’re gearing up for an annual bike week or simply cruising a scenic route, it’s important to follow basic safety practices. Today, we’re sharing a few of the top tips to remember for motorcycle group riding. Designed to keep everyone in your party safe, these guidelines can help you enjoy the open road with care and caution. Prepare Before You Go Before

February 18, 2021

Preventing Soreness: 5 Stretches to Do When Motorcycle Riding

Owning a motorcycle is a thrilling experience that many people can’t find anywhere else. But, it’s also common for people to develop a large amount of soreness after long rides. Fortunately, the following stretches are a solid way to eliminate soreness and make motorcycle riding far more enjoyable. Let’s take a look at everything you should know. 1. Neck/Upper Back Long periods of riding can easily build plenty of tightness in the neck and upper back, making this one of the most important stretches to implement. This is, of course, unless

February 12, 2021

2021 Daytona Beach Bike Week: A Guide to This Year’s Festivities

Are you ready for this year’s biggest motorcycle event? The 80th Annual Daytona Bike Week will be held March 5th-14th, 2021. And there is enough to see and do to keep any bike lover happy all throughout the week. Wondering what will be happening and what makes this event so special? Keep reading to learn all about it! Awesome Rides If you love riding motorcycles, then the Daytona Beach Bike Week is the perfect event. That’s because there is no shortage of awesome riding opportunities. You can ride on Apollo

February 2, 2021

10 Things You Need to Think About Before a Long Distance Ride

There’s nothing greater than traveling the open road on a motorcycle. Cross country trips are the things dreams are made of, and an experience that you’ll remember for the rest of your life. If you’re planning for a long distance ride, you need to make sure that you’re properly prepared for the journey. Make sure you have everything covered with this encompassing guide. Read on, and get ready to ride. Choose the Right Motorcycle If you’re prepping for a long motorcycle journey, you probably already have the bike for the job.

December 22, 2020

Get Ready for the Cold Months: Steps for Winterizing Your Motorcycle

Winter is fast approaching, which means you might not be willing to take your motorcycle out for a spin for the next several months. Not only is the cold hitting your body as you ride, but it can also be dangerous with the slippery roads during the winter months. That’s why it’s better to winterize your motorcycle and safely store it away until the weather warms up in the spring. But how do you go about doing that? What steps should you take? See below for a guide on

November 18, 2020

9 Reasons Why You Should Buy a Motorcycle (Now)

With the United States and the rest of the world locked down due to Covid-19, people are yearning for freedom. For many, the path to freedom is taken on a motorcycle. Drivers can enjoy the clear skies and fresh air on a new motorcycle. Motorcycles were increasingly popular before the pandemic. From 2002 to 2018, motorcycle registrations nearly doubled from 4.2 to 8.3 million in the United States. Now, cities like London are seeing 30%-plus surges in motorcycle registrations. There are many great reasons for you to buy a motorcycle.

November 10, 2020

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