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Rider Magazine gives you a close look at the new 2013 Honda Gold Wing F6B motorcycle. One ride on the Honda F6B and you’ll agree that this is not your grandpa’s... read story
March 26, 2013 • 0 comments
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Got your eye on a custom dresser, a “bagger,” eh? Can’t say I blame you....
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We like to fantasize that motorcycling is all about the wind in your hair and...
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What landform is found only in a small part of Iowa and in China? If you answered,...
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Photo Credit: Brian J. Nelson
Greg Drevenstedt
The Kwang Yang Motor Company, better known as Kymco, is a Taiwan-based manufacturer of small-displacement engines, scooters, motorcycles and ATVs. Now it its 50th year, such is Kymco’s expertise and production capacity that, in addition to its own products, it builds engines for various manufacturers, including the 647cc parallel twin that powers... read story
2014 Yamaha FZ-09 – First Look
Last fall, at the Intermot show in Cologne, Germany, Yamaha unveiled the Crossplane Concept in-line triple,... Read more »
2013 Ducati Hyperstrada – First Ride
Three new-for-2013 Ducatis have strada, the Italian word for “road,” in their model names, each offering... Read more »
2013 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic Review
In Roman times, Vulcan was the god of fire. In the 1960s, Vulcan came to be known as the home planet... Read more »
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Photo Credit: Scott A. Williams
The Golden Eagle Restaurant in Clarksburg, Massachusetts, is at the Mohawk Trail’s famous Hairpin Turn. The second floor balcony offers great views of the valley—and drivers trying to negotiate that turn!
Scott A. Williams
I’m a western Massachusetts native who’s been called Bones since childhood, so when I learned about an upcoming “Western Mass BONE Ride,” naturally, I investigated. A BONE Ride, it turns out, involves an organization called New England Riders and roads that its members include among the Best Of New England (“BONE”). New England Riders (NER)... read story
The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club track in San Diego, California, has serious history with the motorcycle... Read more »
Motorcycle Tour of Connecticut: A Taste of Nutmeg
Connecticut is a compact state, some 60 miles wide by 100 miles across. When I studied a map of this... Read more »
2013 Paso Robles (CA) Sidecar & Vintage Bike Show
Back in ’07 Karyl Lammers, who runs a shop in Paso Robles selling aftermarket motorcycle stuff,... Read more »
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Clement Salvadori
Riders have been carrying stuff on top of their gas tanks for as long as there have been motorcycles, and the array of tankbags on the market is large, everything from teeny-tiny to humongous. The latest from Adrian Sports/Chase Harper is a good mid-size container. Chase Harper is an old name, dating from 1979, while Adrian Sports is new. That’s because... read story
Joe Rocket Alter Ego Motorcycle Jacket and Pants Review
Ventura County, California, home to Rider’s editorial office and some of our favorite test roads, is the perfect environment for testing Joe Rocket’s... Read more »
Race Tech Gold Valve Cartridge Emulators Review
A vintage bike is a two-edged sword. On the one hand is the joy of having other riders come over and say, “Nice bike! What year is it?” On the other... Read more »
Shoei GT-Air Motorcycle Helmet Review
When helmet manufacturers release new models or update existing ones, they often incorporate new features or adopt them from other helmets in their lineup.... Read more »
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Bill Stermer
I am currently starting Day 5 of a 14-day Czech-Hungary tour with Adriatic Moto Tours. This company, based in Ljubljana, Slovenia, offers several tours that mostly cover Eastern Europe, the part that most Americans leave for later after first exploring the Alps and western countries. The company sent each of the 14 participants an excellent guidebook... read story
‘Bones, y’all need tars’ – Rider Blog
In just a few days I was leaving on a 3,500 mile trek that would include some of the best mountain twisties in the East. After giving my Honda ST1300 a... Read more »
2013 Paso Robles (CA) Sidecar & Vintage Bike Show
Back in ’07 Karyl Lammers, who runs a shop in Paso Robles selling aftermarket motorcycle stuff, called up the Chamber of Commerce and asked if she... Read more »
“I want to come back here after the thaw.” Thus I remarked to my brother as we stared at the expanse of snow spreading out before us on Sherman Pass... Read more »
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Rider Magazine Staff
Rider is asking you to vote for our new “People’s Choice” Motorcycle of the Year! Follow the link below to our survey... read story
June 19, 2013
Press Release
Moto-Electra LLC set a coast-to-coast world record for electric vehicles by crossing the United States in 3.5 days... read story
June 18, 2013
Bill Stermer
I am currently starting Day 5 of a 14-day Czech-Hungary tour with Adriatic Moto Tours. This company, based in Ljubljana,... read story
June 18, 2013
Rider Magazine Staff
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation hosted media and guests at a special event on May 23, 2013, spotlighting the millions of... read story
June 17, 2013
Rider Magazine Staff
Reminder that Monday June 17, 2013, is International Motorcycle & Scooter Ride to Work Day. This is the 22nd annual event,... read story
June 12, 2013
Rider Magazine Staff
The Petersen Automotive Museum will honor custom motorcycle builder Arlen Ness and his creations with a Birthday Bash on... read story
June 12, 2013
Rider Magazine Staff
In 1913, American motorcyclist Carl Stearns Clancy became the first motorcyclist to circle the globe, doing so on a 1912... read story
June 12, 2013
Rider Magazine Staff
Two-time NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Champion Bob Carpenter is now selling his 240rwhp Triumph Rocket III performance package... read story
June 12, 2013
Rider Magazine Staff
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation has launched its third iBook on Apple’s iTunes as part of an ongoing effort to promote... read story
June 12, 2013
