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Ah yes, the holidays. The most wonderful time of the year... for everyone but us riders. Yes, some of us delight in snow riding (and have the gear for it). But most of us leave our motorcycles parked, occasionally sneaking a quick, bone-chilling ride …
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Think back to the last blockbuster action movie you saw in theaters. Chances are, a motorcycle made an appearance. Motorcycles are in right now, and lately it seems like every major action movie tries to squeeze one in. Ever since my dad first …
[Read more...] about Dear Hollywood: Show More Heroes in Helmets
IMAGE BY JON NEWELL I used to be jealous of people who had grown up riding, who had never known a time before two wheels. And, to be sure, there’s no accounting for the skills you accumulate after years and years of riding. But even …
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In my last post, I talked with some of my favorite mechanics about finding the right motorcycle mechanic for you — specifically, what to look for when you’re meeting a mechanic for the first time. From that discussion, it became clear that being a …
[Read more...] about How to be your Motorcycle Mechanic’s Favorite Customer
The Little Rat chillin' at Second Gear for some winter tune-ups. A few weeks ago, I wrote about owning a vintage motorcycle, and it made me realize how important it is to have a good motorcycle mechanic. Not just any mechanic, but a truly great …
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