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Motorcycle Mama…
My friend Christina reminded me today of a great old song that’s actually covered by many, but I really enjoyed this version. I hope you do too!
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International Female Ride Day-May 4th
Join the celebration in San Francisco with music, dancing, and motorcycles (and maybe a bit of mayhem!) at MotoShop You can also find information posted on Facebook. International Female Ride Day introduced by Vicki Gray at Motoress in 2007 “connecting women with motorcycling”. It began as a National event with the goal of becoming an…
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Amazing and gorgeous photograph by Oscar Papayaco
Wow, I wish I had been there! Photo credit: Oscar Papayaco
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Lonely Planet’s 10 Best US Motorcycle Roads by Carla King
All motorcyclists are seeking the not only scenic roads but roads that offer some fun challenge, great twisties and beautiful vistas. Carla King queried her blog readers to help her select the best motorcycle roads in the US and they decided on these! I haven’t ridden all of them, but there’s still time! 😉 Lonely…
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AMA Women in Motorcycling July26-29 2012–Carson City, NV
DON”T FORGET, if you are an AMA member and sign up before April 30th your admission to the entire event is only $125!! Do it now, don’t wait. I’ll see you there!! “If you’re not an AMA member, there’s no better time to become one of the group. AMA membership is just $49 a year.…
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Best places to ride in California
As the riding season is upon us and the beautiful pass roads are opening up, it’s high time to make some suggestions for exemplary rides in California. I feel so fortunate to live in a state where one can ride somewhere, all year with no worry about seasonal changes. Yes, it gets a bit chilly…
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Motorcycle Safety Essentials especially for NEW RIDERS…
I posted this way back when, but seeing there are so many new riders on the roadways, I thought it apropos to bring it back! Safety is NO JOKE, and all of us need to practice our skills and practice them again!! Ride Safely, everyone!! Being a huge fan of David Hough’s Proficient Motorcycling and…
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T-Mobile out does all the other moto-related ads! Meet No more Mr. Nice Girl…
A babe, a Ducati and lots and lots of PINK, highlighting T-mobiles magenta in her closet and on hear HOT leathers!! What’s not to like? Here is some interesting back info regarding the commercial and the star, Carly! More on Carley, the adorable T-Mobile spokeswoman.
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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…