“Motorcycles are dangerous! Aren’t you scared when you ride one?” We hear this a lot, and undoubtedly, most other riders do too. While you often hear this from concerned friends or family that mean well, it doesn’t make it any less frustrating. The frustration stems from the fact that the majority of these statements come […]

New York City is the original melting pot. Generation after generation of immigrants from all over the world have come here to settle in neighborhoods in one of the five distinctive boroughs and make this place their own. A motorcycle is one of the best ways to unlock The City’s many delights, especially a bike […]

Riding in a group can be an exhilarating experience. It can also be about as fun as getting a root canal. It really just depends on the group you’re in as to which experience you’ll have. As they say, one bad apple can spoil the bunch. And you don’t want to be that apple, do […]

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “Kawasaki?” For many of us, it’s something related to motorcycling. Maybe it’s one of their legendary machines, like the venerable Mach III, or it’s the ever-popular Concours or the KLR650, one of the original adventure bikes. From One, Comes Many Back in […]

Sonora, Mexico’s second largest state, is home to an area of million-year-old sand dunes, or “ergs.” Geologically, the Sonoran erg is one of only five of its type in the world, and the only one in North America. It is a mystical and mesmerizing place with unparalleled landscapes, indigenous cultures, and stunningly beautiful beaches. Celebrated […]

If you’ve been waiting for a chance to check out the new Can-Am Ryker or are just curious about these three-wheeled machines, here’s your chance. Can-Am will be hosting events in several cities from this month all the way through June. You’ll be able to experience the Ryker on a one-of-a-kind, custom course that will […]

In recent years, cruiser motorcycles have been getting more powerful with higher levels of performance, leading to increased demands on their tires. These performance gains require more tire grip during acceleration, braking, and cornering. Metzeler has answered the call with an all-new tire series called Cruisetec. The Cruisetec tire is engineered to improve handling and […]

The wearable airbag for motorcyclists has come a long way in the last few years, and KLIM is the latest player to enter the field. KLIM and In&motion, a motorcycle airbag company, have teamed up to develop an “intelligent” wearable airbag system. The partnership will add another level of safety to KLIM’s high-end weatherproof gear. […]

Also known as the Pennsylvania Wilds, the northern section of the Keystone state offers motorcycle riders a little slice of heaven. From villages that transport you back in time to incredible scenery with expansive overlooks, you’ll be captivated at every turn. Speaking of turns—this region has more twists than an M. Night Shyamalan movie that’ll […]

In 2014, Harley-Davidson announced plans for its first electric motorcycle. Now, the company is taking orders for the 2020 LiveWire (starting at $ 29,799), with deliveries expected this fall. Targeting a new generation of riders, the company says the plug-in machine offers “the perfect combination of power, performance, and technology” and represents the future of […]

We are searching for a dependable and enthusiastic person to handle our magazine deliveries for the East Coast. Requirements: Must own a dependable motorcycle with large side and topcases. Must love to travel Must be friendly and reliable Must have a clean background and driving record This position will require constant stops for long periods […]

BMW’s approach to updating its middle-class machine is an interesting one—they’ve introduced two models very close in displacement, yet quite different in terms of temperament. The all-new F 750 GS and F 850 GS bikes possess the essential rugged good looks and dual-purpose functionality of the established GS machines, while each manages to retain a […]

Just last week, my wife Denise and I traveled to Anza-Borrego State Park to capture the wildflower “super bloom.”  The desert was transformed into a sea of color.  A detailed account of this area and this incredible wildflower phenomenon will be featured in a future issue of RoadRUNNER in my In Pursuit of Wildness column, […]

What’s more exciting? Watching a movie or being in the movie? Those were the words Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Christa Neuhauser at RoadRUNNER magazine used when I asked for her thoughts on why motorcycling was such a big deal. And what a perfect sentiment. While watching something may be fun, it can’t top the actual experience—unless […]

Touratech and the producers of the DirtDaze and Americade bike rallies are teaming up this summer for the Touratech DirtDaze Rally. Set for August 15-18 at the Suicide Six recreational area in South Pomfret, VT, the adventure bike rally is being billed as the biggest and best ADV motorcycle riding experience on the East Coast. […]