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Thursday, February 21st, 2013
You may be up to speed on safe driving techniques on city streets but if you intend to do some riding further out, you should be aware that you need a whole other set of tactics – especially when it comes to riding in deer populated areas.
And that means more than just riding with a motorcycle helmet. Consider these statistics from Defenders of Wildlife:
• 85% of all deer-motorcycle collisions result in human fatalities
• Almost half of all deer-related crashes occur because drivers swerve to avoid the animals
• More than 75,000 deer are killed each year in New York from vehicle collisions
Tags: deer, motorcycle helmet, motorcycle safety, Motorcycling ridings tips
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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 4th, 2011
 Grab your motorcycle jacket and hop on your bike. We’re sharing some of the most scenic rides for you to enjoy this season’s best fall colors from New England to the Southern U.S.
Plan Your Bike Trip Around Regional Foliage
In North American, the most brightly colored autumn foliage is found in southern Canada and much of the eastern part of the United States. That’s not to say that the Upper Midwest is lacking in fall colors; it’s just that Eastern Canada and New England are famous for the brilliance of the turning leaves. An entire seasonal tourist industry has grown up around the few weeks in late September to mid-October when falls colors are at their peak.
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Friday, September 23rd, 2011
 Motorcycle Buying Factors for Women
Just as with a car purchase, buying a motorcycle is a individual choice. A woman buying a motorcycle today demands style, comfort and, yes, accessories. We don’t know many female bikers who don’t love their weathered leather motorcycle jacket.
Some mistakenly advise a woman to buy a bike for her size. While that may be the case for a petite woman, who may not be able to handle the bulk of a “hog,” we’ve known many women bikers who like the protection a larger motorcycle provides.
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Friday, August 19th, 2011
 The advent of the Internet has made researching major purchases, like a motorcycle, easy. So first, research is critical to making a good purchase decision.
Visit websites of the major motorcycle manufacturers like Harley Davidson, Honda, Yamaha and BMW to get an idea of the latest styles. This can give you an idea of what’s considered last year’s model and point you in the direction toward getting a deal on a used motorcycle from a dealer.
One thing you don’t want to buy on a budget, however, is your motorcycle helmet.
Tips for Buying a Used Motorcycle
Tags: buying a motorcycle, motorcycle helmet, used motorcycle
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Wednesday, August 10th, 2011
 The toughest decision a biker can make is exactly when he needs to call a mechanic rather than “DIY it”. There’s a lot at stake because once you go down that path, you’ll always be second guessing yourself.
The key thing is to know your true motivation behind riding: Are you the fiercely independent type who wants to do it himself/herself and likes bragging rights? Or are you the type who really only wants the fancy accessories, hip leather motorcycle jacket and an open tab at the local motorcycle shop or tavern?
Tags: DIY, motorcycle repair, motorcycle tips
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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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Saturday, April 16th, 2011
 Taxes are due this month. Worries of a government shutdown are everywhere. Raises which used to be passed out once a year have virtually become stuff of legend as the majority of this country’s workers are approaching four years since they last had a pay increase.
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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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