Archive for September 2025
The Rise of Motorcycle Customization: Personalization Trends
Customization has long been a part of the motorcycle culture – and the Harley-Davidson-associated counterculture in particular. One-off choppers, bobbers, and cruisers have been a two-wheeled fixture for decades. However, customization has been elevated to new heights in 2025, spanning categories and in just about every way imaginable. This booming trend has been fueled by…
Read MoreDoes Florida Have a Helmet Law for Motorcycles?
Does Florida have a helmet law? Yes, Florida is one of 28 states with a partial motorcycle helmet law in place. This means motorcycle helmets are required for some riders and passengers but not for all. And the distinguishing factors between those who must wear helmets and those who can choose to forego them are…
Read MoreThe Future of Motorcycle Technology
It seems like we’re given a reminder of some kind or another every day that the future isn’t just coming, it’s already here. For starters, generative artificial intelligence has made the impossible seem mundane in an astonishingly short timeframe. Concepts such as the instant generation of utterly lifelike video, autonomous AI agents, and otherwise impossible…
Read MoreHow To Get A Motorcycle License in Oregon
When getting your motorcycle license in Oregon, one of the best things you can do is take classes and become familiar with how to ride safely. Whether you are brand new to riding or ready to move past your permit, understanding the steps to obtain a license can help you ride legally and safely. Start…
Read MoreFrom ABS to ARAS: Advanced Motorcycle Safety Innovation
Racing purists often bemoan the rise of advanced electronics systems in series such as MotoGP. If you listen, they’ll tell you it eliminates a great deal of unpredictability from the sport by creating riders that are, as a result of the advancements, too precise… too perfect. Sure, the racing may be close, they’ll explain, but…
Read MoreUnforgettable Motorcycle Rides in Colorado
Colorado is a rider’s paradise with scenic mountain passes, stunning landscapes, and dramatic road curves. From the Rocky Mountains to Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado offers a variety of locations to explore. Where should you start if you prepare to hit the road in the Switzerland of America? We bring you the top five unforgettable…
Read MoreHow To Get A Motorcycle License in Washington
Few thrills rival carving through Washington’s winding roads and mountain passes on a motorcycle. But before any rider can legally enjoy those open highways, a Washington motorcycle license is required. The legal process might seem as winding as the roads themselves, but it’s manageable. Here’s how to get a motorcycle license in Washington and go…
Read MoreWhy More Women are Riding Motorcycles Than Ever Before
Over the past 30 years the number of women riding motorcycles has nearly tripled – both in terms of percentages and in absolute numbers. That’s a trend that is only expected to accelerate. Motorcycles have been embraced by a younger generation of female riders in particular – and especially in comparison with their male counterparts…
Read MoreChallenges and Opportunities Facing the Motorcycle Industry
Historically, the United States motorcycle market ranks as one of the most stable and consistent in the world. While there are certainly peaks and valleys, there’s some comfort (and trepidation) associated with the understanding that when things are down, they will inevitably go back up – and vice versa. Currently, that knowledge is a comfort,…
Read MoreDo You Have to Wear a Motorcycle Helmet in Texas?
Texas motorcycle laws require operators and passengers under 21 to wear helmets at all times while riding a motorcycle. Texas law specifically allows riders 21 and over to opt out of wearing a helmet as long as they have successfully completed a motorcycle operator training and safety course. However, even if you can opt out…
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