How To Get A Motorcycle License

You dont need to own a motorcycle — or even a helmet — in order to earn a motorcycle license. In fact, it’s better to learn to ride before buying a bike. You’ll find out if motorcycling is for you. … Continued

How to patch a tubeless motorcycle tire

Flat tire in a car? You’re back on the road in fifteen minutes. Flat tire on a motorcycle? You need to have a plan. I used this generic string-type tubeless tire repair kit after noticing that my rear tire was … Continued

Gear: Sena SMH10R and SMH10 headsets

I’ve been experimenting with Sena’s low-profile, Bluetooth SMH10R and standard SMH10 headsets for the past four months, and they’ve alleviated what I consider a major negative about riding a motorcycle—isolation. A common concern is that in-helmet audio can cause general … Continued

Riding NYC in the snow, on a Cub

New York City woke up to three inches of snow on Friday morning—reason enough to pop some waterproof pants on and go for a ride. The tires on the Cub aren’t the best for snow, so for once the throttle—and … Continued

Craig Vetter on Living Better on Less Energy

Craig Vetter is the industrial designer behind the legendary Windjammer motorcycle fairing and Hippo Hands cold weather handlebar covers. He is also the designer of the famous Vetter Mystery Ship, the Triumph Hurricane and the Alcan Fairing. In his early … Continued

Riding out Sandy

While other New Yorkers cowered in their apartments by candlelight, our intrepid contributor Nick Goddard took to city streets during the storm on his Honda Cub. Here’s a recounting of his adventure. — Ed.