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The problem with custom
(Originally published on RideApart) I spend a lot of time playing the “What I Want Next” game, daydreaming about the dozens upon dozens of bikes (and bike-related things) I’d like to own. As a result, I spend a lot of time reading reviews and descriptions of bikes. One sentence that occasionally shows up, which annoys…
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8 reasons cycling to work will make you a better rider
(Originally published on RideApart) I’m a strong proponent of motorcycle commuting, but if you live relatively close to your workplace — say, within 7 miles — it may make more physical and financial sense to get there via pedal power. I work from home these days, but up until the start of this year…
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What has Erik Buell taught us?
(Originally published on RideApart) Sportbikes still matter in Britain. Less so than they once did, but enough that MCN —a weekly motorcycling newspaper with a readership of roughly 330,000 — dedicates several pages each week to superbike competition. Read motorcycle reviews in UK publications and you’ll notice a distinct sportbike tinge in the interpretation of…
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Does it matter where stuff is made?
Pondering the significance of country of origin in gear
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Good news, bad news: Moto predictions for 2016
(This post was originally published in another form on RideApart) Prediction 1: THE AMERICAN MOTORCYCLING RENAISSANCE The good news: We’re hitting a renaissance of American motorcycling. There are strong rumors of Indian delivering a bike this year called the Chief Springfield, which will be based on the existing 1811cc V-twin platform. It also seems inevitable…
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Indian’s new Scout Sixty: Who is this for?
(This article was originally published on RideApart) Less than two months have passed since Indian’s new Scout Sixty was unveiled in Milan, and the classically styled modern cruiser has already racked up a fair amount of accolades. I’ve yet to ride the bike myself (I’m working on changing that soon), but by the accounts of…
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12 Reasons to ride a motorcycle
We’re several days into 2016, but I’m of the mind that a new year doesn’t really begin until I buy a new wall calendar. Which won’t happen for another week. I’m waiting for shops to lose their nerve and offer discounts. In the meantime there’s plenty of opportunity to make New Year’s resolutions. Allow me…
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2015 Victory Vision – ride review
Futuristic looks negated somewhat by long-in-the-tooth electronics and lack of rider aids