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Why You Should Take an Advanced Motorcycle Class

July 14, 2018 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

Why You Should Take an Advanced Motorcycle Class

Two years ago, I believed I was a competent rider. I was living in Dallas, and I rode The Little Rat all over the city, even occasionally leading rides. I didn’t take unnecessary risks, I rode within my limits, and I felt under control and …

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5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Buying My First Motorcycle

January 29, 2018 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Buying My First Motorcycle

When I started shopping for my first motorcycle, I knew exactly what I wanted: a manageably-sized, unique vintage bike that struck the perfect balance between vintage patina and reliability. It was love at first sight when I found my now-rebuilt …

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How to Learn to Ride a Motorcycle (Even if You’re Nervous)

January 13, 2018 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

How to Learn to Ride a Motorcycle (Even if You’re Nervous)

Photo from my day at the Northwest Motorcycle Clinic Some people are great at building muscle memory. I am not one of those people. Although I knew I wanted to ride a motorcycle from the moment I first let off a clutch, I got overwhelmed …

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Why This Vintage Enthusiast Got a Modern Motorcycle

December 20, 2017 / Filed Under: My Story

Why This Vintage Enthusiast Got a Modern Motorcycle

About a month ago, I bought a 2016 Yamaha FZ-07. It's the first motorcycle I've bought from a dealership, the second I've bought this year, the third in my garage, and the fourth I've owned. People always say that after you get one motorcycle, …

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Coping with Pre-Ride Anxiety

July 15, 2017 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

Coping with Pre-Ride Anxiety

Let’s talk about motorcycle anxiety. You know what I mean: the sudden, random thought that you might not walk away from your next motorcycle ride. These thoughts might pop up while you’re preparing for a long ride; or you might be nowhere near a …

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