If your dad loves nothing more than a good ride (and you, of course) you want to get him something special to show his love of motorcycles. This father’s day, here are ten gift ideas that will remind dad how much you care and allow him to enjoy his motorcycle rides even more more.       Saddle Bags Dad doesn’t usually carry much with him, but if he wants to go for a longer motorcycle ride, having a saddlebag on his bike is pretty nice. He can put his keys, wallet, or even just a bottle of water in...

More and more men are grabbing leather jackets and jumping on motorcycles. Some use them to get to and from work while others simply ride them for fun. You likely have someone in your family that rides a motorcycle whether it’s your brother, your uncle, a friend, your grandfather, or even your father. This Father’s Day, create a gift for that bike riding guy in your life to show your love and appreciation while bringing the motorcycle into the picture as well. Ties and cards are great, but relate something to the motorcycle and the dad on your gift list...

Riding a motorcycle in the summer is downright fun and some people only ride when the weather is nice and sunny. There are a lot of myths about summer motorcycle riding. Here are a few, along with how to bust those myths!   Myth 1: It’s too uncomfortable to ride when it’s steaming hot In some ways, this is correct. It’s hard to put on protective leather jackets, gloves, and helmets when it’s unbearably hot. But once you are on the bike and driving down the interstate at a fast pace, the wind around you combats the heat and you...

If you ride your motorcycle year round no matter what, you know that the right gear at the right time of year can make all the difference. During the winter months, you ride in leather with thick gloves and other elements that keep you safe and protect you from the cold temperatures. But there’s no way you want to ride in the same stuff over the hot summer months. You would suffocate! Your hands would sweat and you’d never get them back out of your winter gloves. Use this buyer’s guide to choose the best hot weather motorcycle gloves to...

Have you ever ridden your motorcycle and noticed the feeling in your hand? Sometimes it tingles and feels asleep or even numb? This is actually a common problem among motorcyclists and there are many things that can cause it. There are also several myths about hand numbness among motorcycle riders. Here are a few.   Myth#1: It will go away on its own Some riders think that shaking their hands and continuing the ride while ignoring the problem will make it go away. It’s true that once you stop riding, your hand will return to its normal state. But hand...

You wash the clothes you wear when you ride your motorcycle. You wipe down your helmet. You have ways of washing your bike. But what about your gloves? Can you wash leather motorcycle gloves? The answer is yes. You not only can, but you should wash leather motorcycle gloves. Here’s why:     Dirt Wears Them Down When dirt builds up on anything over time, it erodes the material. Leather is no different and, in fact, is more sensitive to dirt than other materials. If you let dirt and dust sit on the gloves too long, they will not last...

Without question, summertime is your best friend for motorcycle riding. The days are long, the temperature is right, and the roads are in generally good condition for long rides. That means you want to wear the best summer motorcycle gloves that provide  the best combination of performance and comfort for your summer riding adventures. Excellent Ventilation The best summer motorcycle gloves need to have excellent ventilation to help keep your hands cool and as dry as possible. When it is hot outside, you don’t want your hands to sweat. Fingerless gloves and ventilated gloves provide air circulation that helps to...

Very few things are better than a great motorcycle road trip, but that adventure requires meticulous planning to ensure the best possible outcomes. You need to be sure that your motorcycle is ready, that you are prepared for road and weather conditions, and plan for lodging and activities. With the proper amount of planning and preparation, you will give yourself the best possible chance of a carefree and thoroughly enjoyable motorcycle road trip.   Maintain Your Motorcycle Before you put a single mile on your motorcycle, you need to ensure all necessary maintenance is done. Be sure it is in the best...

When it comes to protecting yourself and your motorcycle, safety is always paramount. Motorcycles differ greatly from cars, even beyond not being wrapped in a steel cage. Environmental hazards can be just as dangerous to a motorcycle rider as the other drivers on the road. Thus a rider must take all the factors into account before starting up and riding out. What you wear, how you wear it and the maintenance of the bike, all count towards being safe while riding. Regardless of the style of bike, there are ways to save you and your motorcycle. Safety Check First Before...

Motorcycle gloves that work well for men won’t necessarily work well for women. Men’s hands generally are larger, have thicker fingers, and the motorcycle gloves men wear often times won’t work well for  women. The best motorcycle gloves for women is one that incorporates many design elements that make the glove more suitable for women and the special needs of their hands.more Slender Fit When you are looking for a good motorcycle glove for women, it is best to find one that has a slender fit. Thicker gloves that are designed to accept a man’s hand generally will have a...

When you buy leather motorcycle gloves, you are making a small investment. You want the gloves to look nice, make your ride easier, protect your hands, and last for as long as possible. Leather Gloves are not items you will set on a shelf and view. They are riding along with you and taking the dirt and daily wear and tear. You will need to do a few things to maintain the gloves in order to keep them in top shape for every ride. Here are a few basic leather motorcycle glove maintenance tips.   Tip 1: Wipe Them Down...

Summer’s almost here and you’re itching to saddle up and leave your troubles behind. At least for the weekend. Now is the perfect time to plan your perfect summer motorcycle trip.  But before you pick a spot on the map and hope for the best, take a moment or two to actually plan a ride. Sure, the curves and the scenery is important, but there’s more than that to the perfect summer weekend getaway. Get a current county road map GPS is fine for finding a destination, but a county road map will help you find some good-looking roads. It’s...