Adventure Riding – where to start
Check this out! This is Brad who attended the Raw Hyde World of Adventure Academy in California and filmed his experience. Definitely worthy of your time to watch.
2014 BMW GS Trophy – Vancouver to Calgary – September 2014
Not only is the challenge coming to North America, but it will be going right through MY backyard in 2014. September, 2014 will bring 16 teams with riders from 18 nations battling for nine days from Vancouver to Calgary including a trek over the Rockies. Woo Hoo! BMW has chosen Canada, “As a result of […]
International Ducati Riding Experience – 2014
Ducati Riding Experience 2014 calendar 28-29 Apr Adria Racing 1 course 29 Apr Adria Intermediate course 29-30 Apr Adria Racing 1 course 30 Apr Adria Base & Intermediate courses 13-14 May Mugello Master Racing course 14 May Mugello Intermediate, Racing 2 & Troy Bayliss Academy courses 14-15 May Mugello Master Racing course 15 May Mugello […]
Win a Victory 8-Ball designed by Nikki Sixx
Aside from the fact I think Nikki Sixx is an idiot after watching him stomp a fan on stage during a show – the guy was down – defenseless and probably looped – anyway, a chance for readers to win a bike is always worth mentioning. For the U.S. readers only unfortunately, you can enter […]
Motorcycle skill and confidence – training with California Superbike School
How I got my mojo back By Marissa Baecker Physical injuries require medical attention and after parting with my bike this past summer, my minor physical injuries that occurred in the U.S. came in at a whopping $154,000 bill. I had travel insurance. I ride because I love it. When I put my helmet on […]
Ducati and Tumi unisex luggage
I happened to come across this great Italian leather luggage at a Tumi store in Las Vegas. Wow! This is nice stuff. Butter smooth leather, subtle branding, good quality craftsmanship and can be personally monogrammed. The price is comparative to the quality of both brands. Visit Tumi.com.
Yamaha to unveil ‘New Mobility Segement’ at EICMA
TOKYO, Japan (NOVEMBER 6, 2013) – Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announced on November 6 that new models will go on display at the International Motorcycle Exhibition (EICMA) in Milan, Italy, on November 7-10. 2013 marked the start of a new future for Yamaha, and Yamaha is well equipped to take on 2014 with the news […]
Honda introduces more of the 2014 lineup
Comfort – Technology – eXperience are the key words behind Honda’s latest menu offering the CTX1300T (ABS). This low seat, water-cooled V4 cruiser is unlike any other Honda and promises low and mid-range torque plus the smooth, comfortable ride that the Honda cruiser line-up has become known for. Technology includes ABS, Honda Traction Control System, […]
2013 Ducati Hyperstrada – ergonomics for the ladies – power for the men
By Marissa Baecker Walking out into the afternoon sun with my suitcase and bags, I headed straight for the signature red compact sport touring machine with the unmistakable front-end beak that only Ducati is known for. Right there on the sidewalk of West Hollywood, I unzipped the two semi-stiff side-panniers fully expecting to play a […]
Rick Mercer goes biker in Port Dover
If you are not aware of who Rick Mercer is – you are probably not from Canada. He is a Canadian newfie who takes a stab at just about everything political and then takes his turn tackling the various stereotypes of Canadian culture – all the while making everyone laugh at themselves, the world and […]