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Am I wrong??
Well, all I can hear is Walter in the Big Lebowski asking the Dude, Am I wrong? Am I wrong? But I have to ask, when is a helmet NOT a helmet? I know that Motoress is an awesome site, dedicated to promote motorcycling for women and I am a fan and supporter, however I…
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May is Motorcycle Awareness Month!
The MSF has this valuable advice directed to both drivers and riders. If we all heed these simple thoughts and ideas, we will ALL be safer. For Riders 1. Get Properly Trained and Licensed – Half of all riders today have never taken a proper safety class such as the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Basic RiderCourseSM.…
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Advice for NEW RIDERS from those with years and (s)miles! Part 3
May is motorcycle awareness month so today let’s get back to some more amazing advice from advanced riders sharing their knowledge and experience with new riders. As others have said, experience is the best teacher, having a good basis of knowledge to draw from and a great introduction to motorcycling from and MSF course, every…
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10 WISE Things all cars and trucks should know about MOTORCYCLES!
Please share with all your friends and relatives, especially those that don’t ride!! 1. There are a lot more cars and trucks than motorcycles on the road, and some drivers don’t “recognize” a motorcycle; they ignore it (usually unintentionally). Look for motorcycles, especially when checking traffic at an intersection. 2. Because of its small size,…
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Thoughts…repealing helmet laws as two steps backwards?
Bob Marantette of the Forbidden Wheels Club in Brighton expresses his joy Friday over the repeal of the helmet law. (Daniel Mears / The Detroit News) I read the other day that Michigan had repealed it’s helmet law and how abate and supporters were thrilled with the born-again freedom to ride helmet free. Some of…
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Test your skills…electronically!
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Brittany Morrow Rocks the GEAR!!
No one plans on crashing so, I hope you are like me and Brittany and ALWAYS remember ALL THE GEAR ALL THE TIME! Never leave home without gear…it only takes one time and it’s a choice. How much risk are you willing to take? For more on Brittany and Rock the Gear. How to Avoid…
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Illustrated version of how ABS works!
I found this very enlightening, but what happens when the ECU breaks or is disabled by one thing or another? I believe you have no braking ability at all, however I have had a difficult time establishing this fact. More research is due and I welcome any thoughts that you might have! The argument against…
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Time to get the bike and rider in GREAT riding condition!!
Ok, it’s been a really mild winter here in California, but nevertheless, I have done little riding. Being immersed in family travel and the purchase of a new home, has kept me off the bike, more than I’d like this year. So now, family travel is complete, the new house is lookin’ organized and I…
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Mad Skills!!
The first thing I noticed was the extreme head turns as the rider cranes his neck to look through the turns!! Walt at Streetmasters would be proud! The rider has total trust in his judgement. Awesome stuff!! On another note….I wonder if I can get my husband or any of my friends to try this…