Am I too short to ride? I hear this question several times throughout the year and the answer is always the same... No! Your stature does not limit your ability to ride. While it does limit the motorcycles you'll be comfortable on, there are still plenty bikes to...
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Four of the Most Agonizing Choices in Buying Your First Motorcycle (and Some Advice to Make Them Less Agonizing)
You've just completed a motorcycle training course, you have your motorcycle safety gear and you're ready to start riding on your own. Where should you begin? Here are some suggestions for making the best decisions for three of the most agonizing choices new riders...
The Zero S: Let the debate versus gas and electric begin!
2013 Zero S Electric motorcycles have arrived and will only become more popular as time rolls forward. At the first twist of the throttle I feel confused yet my smile continues to widen. It is incredibly hard to pinpoint what my initial thoughts are on the 2013 Zero...
Riding through the National Parks of Utah. An unforgettable experience.
On June 8th I flew down to Phoenix AZ to complete the 7th part of my motorcycle storage experiment. I would ride to Kanab UT from Phoenix and spend the next three days exploring the Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, and other incredible locations in Utah. 2007 was my first...
Baja Motorcycle Trip. Good idea or bad idea? You decide…
"We're going to ride our motorcycles in Mexico" "Really? I heard/know of/This will happen *insert disastrous horrific story here*" "Well, the Baja is alot safer than the mainland..." "Uh Sure... That's not what I hear! HAVE FUN!" It became pointless to tell people...
1st Gear Motorcycle School & Training
1st Gear is located in Richmond, BC, Canada. We offer an extensive, hands-on motorcycle training course. It is taught by myself and other experienced professionals. It is a combination of classroom and practical training. This will give you the confidence to get out...
Rules of the Road Trip
Big rides require discipline. The following are rules and ideas that ensure a smooth ride for one person or several. In no particular order... 1. All motorcycles must have new or newer tires that have more than enough tread life to make it for the trip. The right...
Where do you go to avoid the rain, snow, and fog of California? Palm Springs!
I thought bad weather was a novelty in California not a consistency. Good thing we headed for the desert. Day 1 - San Fran to San Luis Ibispo - Google Map Weather looked questionable, so I gave it a 50/50 chance we would stay dry. Temperature was ok! We skipped...
Seven reasons nuts are the best snack for a rider
Any time I am on a long day ride or a vacation ride, finding something to eat between meals can be quite the challenge. Our options are usually limited to the Gas station convenience store. You'd have to look really hard to find something that is half decent. We're...
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