Colorado has staggering beauty and for many motorcyclists, it is the ultimate riding destination. You get breathtaking stretches along the Rocky Mountains and the state gives riders more amenities than they could ever need. There are so many great rides in Colorado that it is hard to choose just a few. Take your time in the state each time you visit and you’re sure to discover new treasures every trip. Here are just a few of the options for the best motorcycle routes in Colorado.more   Pikes Peak Run Start in the old-town-looking Manitou Springs and then turn up into...

As a biker, I’ve known for a long time how charitable and generous the motorcycle community can be. It doesn’t matter if a biker is a lawyer during the day, a union member, a cook or on disability, bikers give back. This has been proven to me in the last 2 years as a member of a non-profit that serves veterans.    In working with Talons Out Honor Flight – a group that honors World War II veterans with an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorial built in their honor – I have found a true community in...

Why do motorcycle riders wave at each other? As a rider for over 20 years, I’ve waved at countless brothers and sisters of the road. Cruiser, cafe bike, crotch rocket, enduro … if you’re on 2 wheels (or even 3 – trikes count!) I’ll wave. While I’ve ridden American iron my whole life – Harley-Davidson and Buell – I don’t care what you’re riding. If you’re out of the cage (aka “car”), you’re a kindred spirit. more   As you may have noticed, I ride a Buell. While it’s built with the heart of a Harley, some HD riders see the...

When you think about riding in the state of Arizona, your mind might automatically wander to the Grand Canyon and the world famous natural wonder of the world. While the Grand Canyon is definitely a gorgeous site to see, the state offers other diverse scenery including pristine lakes, rivers, forests, other canyons, and cactus filled deserts, among other items. Here are a few of the favorite places motorcyclists enjoy riding around Arizona.more   Grand Canyon North Rim Parkway When you’re in Arizona, it seems inevitable that one of your first rides should be around the Grand Canyon. The north rim parkway starts...

California is a great place to ride because the weather is decent in many areas all year long. It has great diversity in terms of scenery and there are over 1,100 miles of shorelines as well as canyons, mountains, alpine areas and more. You can also ride through some of the most popular and appealing cities in the world. Since California is the biggest tourist state in the country, many motorcyclists find themselves in the area and there are plenty of things to do between rides. Here are some of the best routes for a motorcyclist in California.more   Highland...

Alaska is a scenic wonder for any rider and it offers a variety of long and lonely roads. Alaska is known as the last frontier because much of the state remains untouched. That gives a rider endless miles of unspoiled beauty including mountains, coastlines, wildlife, forests and more. The biggest hurdle to overcome is getting your motorcycle to Alaska if you don’t already live there. Once you arrive, you have to then deal with weather, lodging and other factors. It is worth the effort to work it out because when you tour Alaska by motorcycle, you will take rides you...

Summer is the time of year when most motorcycle riders enjoy their bikes the most. However, it can also be highly uncomfortable to ride in the heat and humidity. Riders need to stay safe by wearing gloves and other protective gear, but that does not mean they have to dress in full leather and sweat their way down the road. These tips will help you choose the best motorcycle gloves for the hot summer months.   Tip#1: Think about fabric There are many different fabrics on the market and they can make a huge difference in the feel of your...

Ah, yes, the Tour de France. Cyclists ride at lightening speeds at great length. But those are bicycles and you ride a motorcycle. They both have two wheels and that’s where the resemblance ends, right? Actually, there’s quite a bit you can learn from the tour de France, even as a motorcycle rider. Here are a few items:more   Wear Protective Gear Tour de France bike wrecks are never a good thing. They look like a train wreck with the bikes piling up upon each other from the high speed. Riders who want to stop and avoid it often can’t....

If you have a good pair of leather motorcycle gloves, you want to maintain them properly so they last as long as possible. Leather gloves can get brittle and crack if you do not clean them properly and often. You will want to make sure you clean your gloves in the right manner so you do not damage them and instead get the job done well. Here are some tips on how to clean leather motorcycle gloves.more   Determine Need Before you clean your gloves after every ride, you need to look them over and determine how often you need to clean...

Summer is the best time to ride your motorcycle. The weather is dry and warm and the elements are on your side. However, summer can also get hot, humid and downright sticky. Often, riders want to hop on their motorcycles in t-shirts and shorts to stay as cool as possible during the ride. This is not a smart idea, but there are summer items that can keep you cooler than your winter leather jacket. Use these cool tips for summer to stay as cool as possible in hot motorcycle gear.more   Tip#1: Ventilated Jackets During the summer be sure to...

Motorcycles put out powerful vibrations and those vibrations can move straight through the handlebars and into your hands. They can cause your hands to itch and sting and they can even cause irritating hand numbness. You don’t want your rides to be anything but the absolute best so here are a few tips to help you minimize the impact that your motorcycle’s vibration can have on your hands and your overall ride.   Tip#1: Stretch Hands Often In order to minimize hand numbness due to the vibration in your motorcycle, it is a good idea to stretch your hands and...

If dad rides a motorcycle, you are in luck this Father’s Day. There are plenty of gifts to tie into his love of riding and show him your appreciation at the same time. Here are the best Father’s Day gifts for your motorcycle-riding dad.more     Good Riding Gloves Good gloves can do a lot of things for dad on his ride. They can protect his hands if he ever falls, but they also do quite a bit during an average ride. Good motorcycle gloves like the 760 Air Force Gel give dad support and help with airflow to allow...