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Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012
 As with any DIY project, you’ll save time and frustration if you gather all the items needed to winterize your motorcycle. If you can change the oil in your car, you can easily winterize your own bike and save the cost of storing it offsite. The tender loving care you’ll give your bike will also go a long way toward enhancing motorcycle safety.
Where to Store Your Winterized Bike
Since you’ve decided to forgo paying for storage, you don’t want to end up paying for the mistake of storing your bike in a poor location. Ideally, you want to store your bike in a windowless room or area because ultraviolet light can fade paint and plastic parts.
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Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
 Did you know that the Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) does not “approve” motorcycle helmets? So, to say that any motorcycle helmet is DOT-certified is inaccurate.
What’s in a Name?
To clarify, the NHTSA has the authority to issue Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) applicable to motor vehicle equipment, including motorcycle helmets. But, there is no list of “approved” helmets. Compliant motorcycle helmet manufacturers certify that their products are in compliance with FMVSS No. 218, which establishes minimum performance requirements that the products must meet.
Safety Requirements & Helmet Testing
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Friday, September 2nd, 2011
 Every holiday weekend the Travel Industry trots out its numbers on how many Americans will be traveling from home. But, what we want to emphasize is how to travel safely.
Many safety tips are applicable whether you’re traveling by car or motorcycle. Of course, if you’re driving a car, you won’t need to wear a motorcycle helmet! But if you’re riding the road this Labor Day weekend, please, don’t leave home without it.
Tips for Motorcycle Travel
- Prepare your vehicle for long distance travel. Check your tire pressure, oils & fluids and headlights. Simple maintenance can prevent many of the problems that strand bikers on the side of the road before you leave your home.
Tags: labor day, road trips, safety, traffic safety, travel
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Thursday, August 4th, 2011
There’s nothing worse than embarking on a road trip and ending up having to pry your painfully stiff, sunburned hands from the bike handles, or remove your sun glasses only to reveal the bright white outline of your summer sun mistake.
Temperatures across the country are reaching all times high. Not only should motorcyclist be cognizant of staying safe in the heat, they also have to watch out for that summer sun. Here are a few protection tips so you can enjoy your ride both coming and going.
4 Tips for Summer Sun Protection
Tags: motorcycle riding tips, motorcycle vests, summer riding
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Friday, July 1st, 2011
 The outlaw persona of a biker is embedded in American culture. From the movie, Easy Rider, to the Hell’s Angels, the image of a rider not wearing a motorcycle helmet came to represent freedom. These days, we know that motorcycle helmets, while not a cure-all for motorcycle safety, can help protect your brain, your face and your life in a crash.
To that end, here are some tips on choosing a motorcycle helmet, finding the right fit and keeping you safe.
Choosing a Motorcycle Helmet
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Wednesday, June 8th, 2011
 Did you know that May was Motorcycle Awareness Month? Although, May is over for this year you can keep your safety awareness high, year round, with these motorcycle tips.
- Choose the Correct Clothing – Choosing the right clothing while riding helps protect your body from sun and road exposure. In the summer, motorcycle vests provide a barrier from gravel and dirt dust up, especially when you’re off road. While wearing leather in heat seems crazy to non-riders, it actually acts as insulation from the elements; if it rains, your chest is kept dry; when it’s sunny, the interior shell wicks away perspiration. Plus, riding without sleeves is a lot cooler than wearing a leather jacket.
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Friday, January 21st, 2011
 Ask anyone in the New York City area and they will tell you that winter is nothing to joke about. In the past few weeks residents of the Big Apple were witness to one of the worst blizzards in history as 20 inches of snow brought everything to a halt. Although there are probably few brave enough to weather a blizzard on their bike, you don’t have to park your bike in the garage all winter long. Although motorcycles and cold temps don’t mix well, during more moderate winter weather there may be some that are unwilling or unable to give up their mean machines. There are a few things that can be done in order to help ensure safety while tackling those icy roads.
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Friday, August 20th, 2010
Choosing a motorcycle is like choosing your soul mate. It takes time and tons of research to find your one true love, but once you set eyes on it you just know that is the bike you are meant to spend the rest of your life with. Just like when you are with that girl of your dreams, when riding down the open road you want to make sure you look your best even if down deep inside you know the bike is the one people will be staring at. As high up the priority list as looking good is though, being safe on your bike is second to none. At speeds of 65-75 mph you need as much protection as you can get between you and the asphalt. This is why picking out a good helmet is just as important as choosing between beach bars and ape hangers.
Tags: ape hangers, beach bars, comfortable head gear, DOT Certified, female motorcycle helmets, male motorcycle helmets, motorcycle accessories, motorcycle fashion, motorcycle gear, motorcycle handle bars, motorcycle helmet design, motorcycle safety, personal motorcycle safety, snell certified, used motorcycle helmets
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Wednesday, July 21st, 2010
June 12 – 20th marked Laconia Motorcycle Week in Laconia, New Hampshire. This year’s event, which we were unfortunately not able to attend, happily marked the 87th anniversary of these festivities.
In the article, Segelstrom, a nationally certified motorcycle riding coach with over 35 years experience, highlights some of the key mistakes a rider will make just prior to an accident:
“Most of the time with a motorcyclist involved in an accident, they fail to negotiate a turn,” Segelstrom said. “And slightly under that it’s improper braking resulting in a collision, whether they didn’t brake enough or too much.”
Tags: full-face helmets, laconia motorcycle week, leather chaps, leather pants, motorcycle helmets
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As with any DIY project, you’ll save time and frustration if you gather all the items needed to winterize your motorcycle. If you can change the oil in your car, you can easily winterize your own bike and save the cost of storing it offsite. The tender loving care you’ll give your bike will also go a long way toward enhancing motorcycle safety.
