HD’s LiveWire Brand Releases the ‘One’ for Just $21,999
A big announcement came from LiveWire today that has given Harley-Davidson a second shot at the EV motorcycle crown – introducing the LiveWire One. Earlier this year, Harley-Davidson announced the LiveWire brand to help give the electric models a chance among ‘non-HD’ folks. It also gives future EV models made by Harley-Davidson a chance, without …
In Tune with Dave Moss: Racer, Teacher & Suspension Tuning Legend
The motorcycling community is made up of millions of riders worldwide. And this community has been built on the foundation of past generations – like most sports, groups, or communities. Since 1995, Dave Moss Tuning has had one transparent goal, in fact, it’s clearly stated on his website – “Dave Moss has been on a …
Deals We Love This Week: Mesh Jackets Up To 31% Off
New Mesh Jackets Added to Markdowns Don’t become tempted to ride without gear this summer due to the heat. Pick yourself a mesh jacket that will keep you cool while giving you the protection found in a motorcycle jacket. Today we check out some of the great deals Revzilla just added to their list of …
A Cup of Tea with Rich Ellis: Motorcycle Enthusiast, Racer, & Shop Owner
Among the millions of motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world, there are always a few die-hards that help the growth of the moto community. These individuals do so by hosting track days, opening up motorcycle shops, teaching new riders, and hosting events for anybody interested in becoming a better rider – or racer, as is …
Ducati Graces Us with the 2022 Hypermotard Lineup
Ducati has just pulled the covers off of the 2022 Hypermotard 950 SP – the third rendition in the Hypermotard collection. The Ducati Hypermotard family caters to a very special group of sport riders. Those who crave to ride for hours on end, follow any urban path their heart desires, and if they choose, put …
Yamaha Releases the All-New 2022 YZF-R7
This morning featured one of the most anticipated unveilings from Yamaha Motor Company – the silk sheet has officially been pulled off of the 2022 Yamaha YZF-R7. The new supersport comes packing Yamaha’s 689cc, inline twin, CP2 engine. This is the same engine featured in the Yamaha MT-07. The engine has been tried and tested …
The World’s Most Iconic Motorcycle is Going to Auction
Sources from the Cord & Kruse Classic auction house in Midland, Texas claim to have one of the world’s most iconic bikes for sale – the Captain America Harley-Davidson from the 1969 classic film “Easy Rider”. This piece of American motorcycle history comes from the estate of Gordon R. Granger. According to an American Motorcycle …
KTM to Fill Midsized Gap with KTM 750 Lineup
KTM is launching a new line of 750cc models to replace their current range of midsized 690 bikes. This will bridge the gap between KTM’s 390cc and newly added 890cc models. Pierer Mobility, the parent company of KTM, confirmed details of its plans to launch the new 750cc range via investor documents. The new line …
Damon Motorcycles Stacks Their Roster with Yamaha Designer and Tech Exec
Damon Motorcycles, an up-and-coming electric motorcycle brand based out of Canada, has just secured the designer responsible for the Yamaha MT-03 and the Aprilia Dorsoduro, Michael Uhlarik as their new Head of Design. According to VisorDown, Damon also landed Doug Penman with notable credentials such as Microsoft, Toyota, and Coca-Cola and he’s been appointed Chief …
In the Name of Safety: BMW is Now Working on Adaptive Traction Control
There has been lots of coverage lately on manufacturers filing patents, committing research and development on lots of interesting safety tech lately. BMW has been added to the list of brands focused on safety advancements. According to VisorDown, BMW is working on an Adaptive Traction Control feature for future models. BMW’s Adaptive Traction Control system …
Deals We Love This Week: Up To 28% Off of Pants
New Pants Added to Markdowns Pants are one of the most overlooked pieces of riding gear when it comes to gearing up for a ride near or far. Don’t let this fact hold you back from protecting your precious limbs this season. Today we check out some of the great deals Revzilla just added to …
Harley-Davidson to Take EV World by Storm with Launch of LiveWire Brand
Today, Harley-Davidson has announced its plans to dive headfirst into the EV market with the launch of the all-electric LiveWire brand. Harley-Davidson initially launched the LiveWire model in 2019 and with great success, the American brand has now created an electrically focused brand using the name of the US’s number one selling electric motorcycle – …
Huge Success for KTM’s #UltimateRider Contest
KTM’s cry for contestants to “put up their dukes” in the Ultimate Duke Rider Contest has been wildly successful, with over 1500 entries logged – and every entry is stoked to show the world why they deserve the crown. The contest came as a welcome reprieve from the monotony of social and economic limitations. There …
MV Agusta Plans to Jump Into the EV World
Many motorcycle manufactures have been jumping on the EV bandwagon recently, and now MV Agusta has said they plan on doing the same. According to a release from MCN, MV Agusta CEO Timur Sardarov is set to begin research for an electric MV model next year and ultimately planning an electric release for 2027. This …
Yamaha & Ducati Among the Products Stuck on the Ever Given
News of the MV Ever Given rocked media last month since it was lodged in the Suez Canal. The disruption created global chaos as ships transporting goods were heavily delayed – let alone the items aboard the Ever Given. The ship containing 18,000 containers has since been freed but the mayhem has not ended. As …
Riders Share Launches Rider Pass: Discounts on Peer-to-Peer Motorcycle Rentals
In a recent press release, Riders Share just announced that riders are now able to pay a monthly subscription to receive hefty discounts across its motorcycle rental marketplace. Riders Share hosts a massive marketplace using a peer-to-peer rental model that allows those traveling or those who wish to test out a potential next purchase, to …
Deals We Love This Week: Up To 20% Off Alpinestars Gear
New Alpinestars Gear Added to Markdowns In this week’s list, we switch it up and give you a brand with a solid name and reputation in the riding industry – Alpinestars. We’ve mixed it up between gloves and jackets only because those were the deals that really caught my eye! These are the best Alpinestars …
Can-Am Launches Virtual Campaign in Support of International Female Ride Day
International Female Ride Day (IFRD) has fast approached and its annual event takes place on Saturday, May 1st. IFRD is a call-to-action for women to “Just Ride!”, no matter what they ride. Can-Am’s goal is very much the same as IFRD and that is to promote an inclusive environment for any and all riders. On …
Indian Motorcycle Announces 3 Bagger Racing Teams for 2021
Indian Motorcycle has just announced they will have three teams running the Indian Challenger at 2021 bagger racing events. The three privately-backed teams include Mission® Foods S&S® Indian Challenger, Roland Sands Design® (RSD), and Saddlemen. Saddleman is new to Indian Challenger while the other two teams both have podium finishes. “Despite numerous naysayers and doubters …
Aprilia Racing Signs 5 Year Contract for MotoGP Through 2026
Aprilia has officially become the sixth manufacturer to sign a five-year contract with Dorna Sports to compete in MotoGP through 2026. In a statement released by Aprilia Racing, they have committed to making advances in “technological research and experimentation excellence within the Piaggio Group”. Starting in 2022, Aprilia will now be on the track with …
Crashing Your Motorcycle: What Happens Next?
We’ve all had motorcycle veterans tell us “It’s not IF you crash, it’s WHEN” and truer words have never been spoken. Crashes come in many forms but since they’re inevitable, we hope they come in the form of a small spill in your driveway (or something very minor). A motorcycle mishap can happen anywhere from …
Deals We Love This Week: Up To 55% Off Summer Jackets
New Summer Jackets Added to Markdowns The warm weather has started to grace parts of North America, I feel it’s only fitting to share a lineup of warm weather riding jackets. The jackets listed below range majorly in price and protection. Whether you are looking to upgrade your summer jacket, or grab your first, the …
Enginehawk’s Brand Lineup Hits the Market
Enginehawk built an exciting hype for its brand release today. The fresh brand was developed by Ruroc, a UK-based helmet manufacturer responsible for launching the notorious ‘Atlas’ helmet. The Ruroc team grew to success by developing a helmet that couldn’t be mistaken for anything else on the market. One month ago, Ruroc released the third …
Get On! Moto Festival Premieres at Texas Motor Speedway
The lack of events held in 2020 is about to be redeemed with an event solely focused on motorcycling – Get On! Moto Fest is set for May 21, 22, and 23 at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. The family-friendly event will include three days of bike demos, custom bike exhibits, racing, hands-on …
International Female Ride Day: Polaris Brings ‘Women Behind the Wheel’ to Houston
The 15th annual International Female Ride Day is just around the corner and returning partner Polaris Slingshot is more than happy to support the cause. In collaboration with the celebration, Slingshot recently announced its ‘Women Behind the Wheel’ initiative, a program designed to bring together like-minded women who share the same passion for riding – …
Harley-Davidson to Get Hit with 56-percent EU Tariff
On Tuesday, Harley-Davison was happy to report a nine percent gain in sales in the first quarter of 2021. This was the first sign of success from HD’s Hardwire strategy coming together after it was announced by Jochen Zeitz, Harley-Davidson CEO. The strategy was to combat the American brand’s struggle as of late and a …
Deals We Love This Week: Up To 37% Off Footwear
New Footwear Added to Markdowns Some say there is no greater feeling than picking up a new pair of shoes and the same can be said for moto gear in general. Start this riding season off on the right foot (Ed Note: I love a good moto-pun) and grab yourself some new protective footwear. Today …
BMW Patents Gesture Tech for Motorcycles
BMW is looking to bring a more innovative approach to making adjustments on the go. They patented gesture controls that will use sensors located on motorcycle handlebars per the drawings. This new patented technology will get commands from the movements of the rider’s fingers while in the saddle. The drawing shows sensors located either on …
Chasing the Horizon Podcast: Episode 110 Featuring Rob Buydos
Chasing the Horizon is a podcast put on by and for motorcycle enthusiasts all over the world. In one of its recent podcasts, host Wes Fleming covers the latest news in the motorcycle industry and also welcomes a special guest to Episode 110. According to Wes Fleming’s bio, he spent 25 years as a rock …
Vance & Hines Unveils New V-twin for NHRA Racing
At the tail end of 2020, Harley-Davidson cut ties with Vance & Hines. Throughout 18 seasons, the duo was able to rack up 107 wins and 10 championships with the Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle team. After the split, HD jumped back into the racing scene with the Screamin’ Eagle King of …
Why Today Should be the Day You Get a Dashcam
Many vehicles on the roads in 2021 are equipped with dashcams either from the factory or aftermarket. A dashcam is a camera that is mounted on a vehicle’s dashboard to capture video and audio of any event – big or small – on your travels. Should an accident occur, a dashcam can mean the difference …
KTM Unveils Limited Edition 1290 Super Duke RR
KTM has officially unveiled its latest super naked weapon in the form of a lighter and more precise, 2021 1290 Super Duke RR. The build-up to the release for the new Super Duke RR wasn’t exactly a surprise. Many of KTM’s patent filings and leaks were sprinkled in the news over the past few months …
Harley-Davidson Releases Limited Edition Aerosmith Apparel
Harley-Davidson and Bravado, Universal Music Group’s merchandise and brand management company, announce the launch of a special collection in collaboration with the iconic rock band, Aerosmith. Available now, the limited-edition line of men’s and women’s apparel will be sold at Harley-Davidson® dealerships around the world and on Harley-Davidson.com. “We’re thrilled to be partnering up with …
Recall: Ducati Multistrada V4
Since the release of the new Ducati Multistrada V4, adventure-touring fans have been jumping for joy, but those celebrations are about to be cut short. Ducati has found issues with the valve guides in the V4 Granturismo engines that can lead to excessive wear and inevitably losing power, then failing at the top end of …
Do You Ride After a Beer or Two?
First things first, riding while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not okay nor do we condone it. Riding a motorcycle takes skill, intuition, and focus at all times. Riding on anything but the “top of your game” is never a smart idea. Though you may be able to legally ride a motorcycle …
2021 Honda Rebel 500 [Model Overview]
The 2021 Honda Rebel 500: The Middle Child of the Rebel Family Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The 2021 Honda Rebel 500 features a low seat giving a comfortable seating position. However, this Honda motorcycle is not “boring”. Much like the Rebel 300, the Rebel 500’s design is classic with a modern …
2021 Honda Gold Wing / Gold Wing Tour [Model Overview]
Revised For 2021: The Honda Gold Wing and Gold Wing Tour Models Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links The Honda Gold Wing is one of the most famous Honda Motorcycles ever made, and thanks to a selection of handsome upgrades, it’s set to be one of the stars of the 2021 Honda line-up. …
2021 Honda CRF150R [Model Overview]
The 2021 CRF150R is for Future Champions Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links Honda Motorcycles has released the 2021 CRF150R and it is available in both standard or big wheel (Expert) sizing. The Expert version of this Japanese motorcycle is geared towards taller riders, offering larger wheels, seat height, and suspension travel. …
2021 Honda CRF450RX [Model Overview]
The Newly Designed 2021 Honda CRF450RX is a Winner Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links Honda Motorcycles’ CRF450RX has a new frame for 2021 just like its sibling CRF450R. It also comes with an improved steering and suspension setup taken directly from the HRC race motos. The CRF450RX also brings a few other …
2021 Honda CRF450RWE [Model Overview]
CRF450RWE Gets Fully Revamped for 2021 Contents Model Overview Specifications Features Photos Videos Links Honda Motorcycles has given the CRF450RWE a full revamp for 2021. It comes with a fresh new chassis, suspension, bodywork, and extensive engine work. It brings a lot of power, precision, and stunning looks as it shreds any tracks or trails …
