Make plans to join KTM staff and enthusiasts for the 8th Annual KTM Adventure Rider Rally offered in two locations for 2011. The first KTM Adventure Rider Rally will be held in picturesque Mill Hall, Pennsylvania on June 3-5, 2011. A second opportunity to join the fun will be given on September 16-18, 2011 when […]

A custom, patriotic-themed trike is looking for a new owner! The trike, a 2011 Lehman CrossBow powered by the Victory Vision, was revealed to enthusiastic crowds of bikers on March 11th during Daytona Bike Week. First revealed at the Victory Riders Association Lunch and then later at the Broken Spoke Saloon during American Iron Bagger […]

A heated seat is one of those things that sounds superfluous…until you actually need it. Years ago, the first time I heard of an electrically heated motorcycle seat, I scoffed at the idea. That opinion stuck until I got to try one on a long, bone-chilling winter ride; that’s all it took to make me […]

Before you know it, it’s already time again for the biggest motorcycle event of the year – the Americade. Held in the beginning of June in the beautiful surrounding of the Adirondacks, the Americade will have a new headquarter. Now everything will be closer together in Lake George, NY. Don’t forget to plan ahead! RoadRUNNER […]

Lyrics of Foreigner’s “Feels Like the First Time” were bouncing around in my head, compliments of my cerebral sound system, as I rode south toward the Ohio/West Virginia border one evening in August, 1983. A fitting occasion for the song, I thought, as this was my first out-of-state motorcycle camping trip. My Friday evening ride […]

Join Ducati for the unveiling of the 2011 Ducati Diavel on March 25th, the official “Diavel Night” where showrooms across North America will be hosting red carpet welcome events for the new model. Motorcycle enthusiasts are encouraged to drop by their local Ducati dealer for a chance to check out the Diavel in person. “We […]

For years, I have been looking for summer riding gear that is safe and doesn’t cook me.  I did many Internet searches for “safest motorcycle summer gear,” and other similar strings.  Somewhere along the way, no matter which terms I used, I was brought to Motoport’s Police Air Mesh Kevlar® Pants.  Kevlar?  Hmm… I’ve heard […]

I’ve long advocated wearing bicycling shorts under protective gear both to add support and comfort, as well as wick moisture during long motorcycle rides. Unfortunately, the materials used for such shorts often make them uncomfortably hot on a warm day. But that’s no longer a problem: Zone Performance Wear features a new line of riding […]

On March 7 in Bologna, Italy, Bologna’s Piazza Maggiore brought in 38,000 fans, making this the biggest pre-season Ducati party ever organized by the Italian motorcycle manufacturer. The “Ducati MotoGP Night kicked off after an event-filled day, which included Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden touring the production lines at the Ducati factory and visiting with […]

Moto Guzzi, Europe’s oldest motorcycle manufacturer, turns 90 years old today!  In celebration of its 90th anniversary, Moto Guzzi USA is launching www.MotoGuzziHeritage.com, a blog dedicated to honoring the brand’s 90 year heritage, engineering milestones and more importantly, its passionate owners and aficionados. Starting today, Moto Guzzi riders and enthusiasts who live and breathe the […]

Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America has recently announced a new consumer rebate program on Avon VP2 tires. If you purchase a qualifying Avon tire now through April 30, you’ll receive a $25 rebate per tire. (two tires maximum) In order to be eligible for the rebate, submit your invoice showing that your purchase was made […]

With all the gear a motorcyclist needs, it’s easy to underestimate how important socks can be. The right pair can make a major difference in how your feet feel during and after a ride ­– and the ROADGEAR® Coconut socks proved to be excellent riding companions. The pair we tested was crew length and fit […]