Lieback’s Lounge: KTM Passenger Comfort Surprise
Pam now got her first ride on the KTM Adventure R, which I purchased for serious off-road ADV riding this year now that Pam’s surgeries are done. I thought she was going to hate it due to its tall seating and off-road attitude. I was completely wrong; she absolutely loved it.
2012 Zero Motorcycles Recall: 218 Models Recalled for Potential Short & Fire
2012 Zero Motorcycles Recall: Zero has recalled all 2012 Zero S, Zero DS, and Zero DSP (Police) motorcycles due to possible electrical issues that may cause a fire. The recall affects 218 units.
A Treasury of Motorcycles of the World by Floyd Clymer | Rider’s Library
Floyd Clymer was a prolific writer, having written several other books and over 400 articles by the time A Treasury of Motorcycles of the World was published. The book is at once a partial memoir of Clymer’s own career in motorcycling, and a fascinating snapshot of the motorcycle world as it was in 1965.
Rossi: ‘I’m Scared on Track when I’m with Marquez’ | Argentina MotoGP Crash /...
During round two of 19 at Termas de Rio Hondo, Repsol Honda's Marquez collided with Rossi on the penultimate corner of the South American circuit - the right-handed Turn 13 - sending the Movistar Yamaha MotoGP pilot to the ground. This caused some serious drama in the series. Here are crash and interview videos.
Guest Column: Return To Italy—The Three Amigos on Motorcycles
Return To Italy:
The Three Amigos on Motorcycles
Last year, I went riding in Italy with my two amigos for the fifth time in seven years...
2018 Quail Motorcycle Gathering: Ness Customs, Cafe Racers & Electrics Exposed
For the 10th anniversary of The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, a premier Peninsula Hotels' Signature Event, spectators will witness something new. This year's event will feature custom builds from three generations of the Ness family, and two new classes highlighting top Café Racer builds and electric motorcycles.
Valerie Thompson Survives 343mph Crash & Earns New Speed Record | Video
Valerie Thompson claimed a new land-speed record of 328.467 in Australia, but the record didn't come without drama. During a run on the dry lake bed in South Australia, Thompson crashed at over 340 mph, the nerve-jarring scene captured on the video embedded here.
2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot Recall Due to Seat Problems
Polaris Industries, Inc. is recalling all 2015-2018 Polaris Slingshot "autocycles" due to seat issues. Polaris says that 24,235 units are affected.
Magnificent Motorcycle Trips of the World | Rider’s Library Book Review
The ironic thing about Colette Coleman’s new book, Magnificent Motorcycle Trips of the World—38 Guided Tours from 6 Continents, is that the less likely it is that you will ever be able to do the incredible, far-flung tours she describes, the more you should have the book.
Long Daze at Long Binh: The Perfect Saddle Bag Book | Rider’s Library
That said, many motorcyclists of a certain age are also Vietnam veterans or served in other parts of the world during the Vietnam era. For those among our readers, Long Daze at Long Binh may have a special appeal and interest.
2018 Qatar MotoGP Recap | ‘After the Flag’ Video Commentary
For 2018, MotoGP and its lineup of commentaries - Steve Day, Matt Birt and Simon Crafar - have launched a new series titled "After the Flag." This is much better than the typical official MotoGP video recap of under two minutes. Now, we get some insight from those closest to MotoGP.
New University Study Debunks Motorcycle Helmet Neck Injury Risks
A University of Wisconsin School study has debunked the myth of neck injury due to motorcycle helmets.
Riders in crashes who were not wearing helmets suffered cervical spine injuries at a rate twice that of riders who were wearing a helmet.
Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Scout Bobber Unveiled | First Look
For 2018, the unity between Jack Daniel's and Indian Motorcycle continues. Meet the 2018 Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Scout Bobber. The custom Scout Bobber pays homage to first responders, and is modeled off of Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade.
Wisconsin: Winter Wonderland for Motorcyclists
Wisconsin has been called the Winter Wonderland. With good reason; you have to wonder what will happen next.
In recent years, the weather has been more than a little unexpected at times, leaving us to wonder. Of course, we have long used the old saying, “Don’t like the weather? Wait five minutes—it’ll change.”
Top 10 Most Valuable Motorcycles: 1951 Vincent Black Lightning Tops List
The London-based Verve Search has spent endless hours working with Bonhams Auction House to create the a list of the top 10 most valuable motorcycles in the world. When the research was complete, a 1951 Vincent Black Lightning most expensive motorcycle took honors as the world's most expensive motorcycle.
