Once of the greatest fears that gets voiced when riders are thinking of solo travel, is breaking down and being stranded in the middle of nowhere. Aside from the fact that these situations can turn into wonderful experiences, you don’t …
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by Liz Jansen Ironically and as these things invariably go, the day after advising participants in the Preparing for Motorcycle Travel webinar to practice repairing a hole in a tire before setting out on extended travel, I got an opportunity …
by Liz Jansen Congratulations! You’ve passed the course and joined the class of new motorcycle riders. You’ve set a stretch goal, challenged yourself, doubted yourself—and succeeded. You’ve experienced the freedom, independence and adventure that comes with riding a motorcycle. You’re …
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by Liz Jansen Now that motorcycles, like spring, are out in full bloom, here are a few helpful reminders to help us stay safe and arrive home safely. We share the road with all manner of vehicles and all of …
by Liz Jansen You’ve purchased the gear, learned to ride a motorcycle and are eager to get riding! While it’s tempting to run out and get that brand new bike you’ve been dreaming of, there’s a strong case for deferring …
5 Reasons Why its Best to Buy Used Motorcycles for New Riders Read more »
Most riders dread the thought of a motorcycle breakdown. Not only are they inconvenient and potentially costly, they can create safety and security risks. Routine maintenance and pre-ride inspections go a long way in preempting them. While you can’t be …
Think carefully before you sign up for a rider training course. Motorcycle riding is not for everyone. Everyone has an adventure gene that fuels a dream or passion. It may be buried, tucked away or dormant, but everyone has something …
10 Reasons to Put the Brakes on Learning to Ride a Motorcycle Read more »
by Liz Jansen You’ve waited a long time for spring to arrive. Start the season on the right foot by making sure your motorcycle is safe to ride, using the spring motorcycle checklist below as a guide. Even if you …
by Liz Jansen New riders and riders to be, take heart. Learning to ride a motorcycle, while tons of fun, can pose challenges. It’s just like learning any new skill. We asked our friends at Motorcycle Mojo about their most …
by Liz Jansen Many riders dream of taking advanced rider training with the pro’s. We asked our friends at Motorcycle Mojo Magazine, “If money and location were no object, what kind of training would you like to do?” Their answers …