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New Video Series Celebrates the Indian Pursuit and Motorcycle Touring
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New Video Series Celebrates the Indian Pursuit and Motorcycle Touring

Indian Motorcycle is breaking new ground, but this time not with bikes. The first U.S. motorcycle company has launched its first motorcycle touring video series to celebrate both riding and the Indian Pursuit bike. The video series, titled Epic Pursuits, consists of three separate adventure trips, each covering three

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila May 16, 2022 • 1 min read
Fouled Plugs: You Missed the Point of the Indian FTR1200
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Fouled Plugs: You Missed the Point of the Indian FTR1200

During a recent conversation with a friend at my local dealer, he told me they could barely move the Indian FTR1200 and I just can’t see why. It’s an epic machine! I feel like part of the reason it’s not selling is that it seems to be

  • Dr. O
Dr. O May 10, 2022 • 3 min read
Zen Motorcyclist: First Trips
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Zen Motorcyclist: First Trips

I felt my lungs inflate with the onrush of scenery—air, mountains, trees, people. I thought, "This is what it is to be happy." -Sylvia PlathWhen I was young I was afraid of many things. Being lost was at the top of my list. I’m not sure why exactly,

Bud Miller May 10, 2022 • 3 min read
Harley-Davidson Redefines the Sportster with 2022 Nightster
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Harley-Davidson Redefines the Sportster with 2022 Nightster

For 65 years, Harley-Davidson’s Sportster has been a tried-and-true cruising machine. But now, the Motor Company is breathing new air into the classic lineup with the 2022 Nightster. Although the new bike retains the instantly recognizable Sportster silhouette and styling cues, things have changed. The bike boasts an all-new

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila May 9, 2022 • 3 min read
KTM Announces ‘Design Your Duke’ Sticker Design Competition
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KTM Announces ‘Design Your Duke’ Sticker Design Competition

Have you ever wished your KTM Duke had a more personal touch to it? Perhaps in the form of a customized sticker kit?You now have a chance to make that dream reality. KTM has launched the Design Your Duke contest that lets riders show off their creativity. In the

RoadRUNNER May 9, 2022 • 1 min read
Wyoming Backcountry Discovery Route
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Wyoming Backcountry Discovery Route

For the last decade, Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR) has worked hard to make off-highway riding more accessible to ADV riders and dual-sporters. The non-profit organization creates routes that take riders through areas they may not have otherwise traveled, bringing economic relief to less-advantaged rural communities across America. In addition, these

RoadRUNNER May 6, 2022 • 1 min read
Harley-Davidson Nova Prototype
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Harley-Davidson Nova Prototype

Back to the FutureIn the mid-1970s, Harley-Davidson, then owned by AMF, started planning for the future. They needed to replace the long-in-the-tooth Ironhead and Shovelhead engines, but they also started another, more ambitious project—a modular, liquid-cooled family of engines that would power a whole new line of motorcycles. Harley-Davidson

RoadRUNNER May 3, 2022 • 2 min read
2022 BMW CE 04 Electric Runabout
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2022 BMW CE 04 Electric Runabout

After a brief hiatus, BMW has replaced the C Evolution electric scooter with the new CE 04. Launched in 2014, the C Evolution wasn’t exactly a hit. BMW refreshed the model in 2016, increasing the range and power, two common criticisms, but also increasing weight. The new CE 04

RoadRUNNER May 2, 2022 • 2 min read
Indian and Harley-Davidson Announce 2022 King of the Baggers Teams
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Indian and Harley-Davidson Announce 2022 King of the Baggers Teams

After a wildly successful season debut, MotoAmerica’s King of the Baggers (KOTB) Championship returns in 2022. Indian and Harley-Davidson are ready to race for victory with their recently announced teams. The American motorcycle manufacturers have brought high-caliber talent to their stables. Both teams have two riders, while Indian also

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Apr 27, 2022 • 2 min read
Indian Joins the E-Bike Craze with eFTR Hooligan 1.2
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Indian Joins the E-Bike Craze with eFTR Hooligan 1.2

New and exciting electric bikes and bicycles have been popping up a lot lately. Not to be outdone, Indian Motorcycle joins the fray with the new eFTR Hooligan 1.2. Developed in collaboration with the lifestyle adventure brand Super73, the eFTR Hooligan 1.2 electric bicycle combines Super73’s reliable

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Apr 24, 2022 • 2 min read
Indian Expands Bike Rental Network
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Indian Expands Bike Rental Network

If you’re looking to get a ride in but your own bike is in the dry dock, or just want to try out the newest Indian—good news. You now have more options for getting on the road on a loaner bike. Indian Motorcycles has launched 14 new rental

RoadRUNNER Apr 22, 2022 • 1 min read
Do Good: Ride for Kids Motorcycle Charity
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Do Good: Ride for Kids Motorcycle Charity

Pediatric Brain Tumor FoundationCancer is a terrible disease in any circumstances, but it’s at its worst when it affects children. In the U.S. alone, 28,000 children and teens are fighting tumors in their brain or central nervous system. It goes without saying that they need all the

RoadRUNNER Apr 16, 2022 • 2 min read
Fouled Plugs: Nap Time for the Weary Traveler
Mar/Apr '22 Premium Content

Nap Time for the Weary Traveler

I can’t count how many times I’ve found myself exhausted and sleeping in the car at a rest stop for an hour or two before continuing my travels. That’s usually considered safe and is generally encouraged. Cool, but what about riders? I’ve stopped countless times at

  • Dr. O
Dr. O Apr 14, 2022 • 2 min read
Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club Celebrates Its 45th Anniversary
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Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club Celebrates Its 45th Anniversary

Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha… Do these names get your throttle-hand twitching? Then you should join the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club (VJMC) in celebrating their 45th anniversary. The VJMC, founded in 1977, is the foremost North American motorcycling organization dedicated to vintage Japanese bikes. They work to bring the fun of

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Apr 13, 2022 • 1 min read
Indian Celebrates Its Racing History with New FTR Championship Edition
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Indian Celebrates Its Racing History with New FTR Championship Edition

Indian Motorcycle has a long and colorful flat track racing history. To celebrate its racing heritage, the first U.S. motorcycle company has launched a limited edition FTR Championship Edition motorcycle. The FTR Championship Edition—limited to only 400 bikes available globally—draws inspiration from the Indian FTR750 racing machine.

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Apr 12, 2022 • 2 min read
How to Pick Your Next Motorcycling Destination
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How to Pick Your Next Motorcycling Destination

A guide for riders looking to explore somewhere new. List Places That Interest YouWhere do you want to travel? Are you looking for a tropical paradise, or do you prefer mountains or deserts? Are you history buff seeking historical sites, or an outdoors-y type who’d like to venture deep

RoadRUNNER Apr 12, 2022 • 2 min read
Greenger x Honda CRF-E2: Little Riders’ Own Bike
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Greenger x Honda CRF-E2: Little Riders’ Own Bike

Electric Dirtbike for KidsIt just got a whole lot easier to cultivate the next generation of riders. Partnering with electric powersports company Greenger, Honda has launched a new bike — specifically for the young ones. The new all-electric Greenger x Honda CRF-E2 is a practical and exciting ride for both completely

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Apr 12, 2022 • 2 min read
Do Good: ArcWorks
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Do Good: ArcWorks

When riding on dark roads, you have to be brightly lit for maximum visibility. InView is a handy device for boosting any rider’s safety. Developed by Pittsford, NY-based Third Eye Design, this wireless brake and turn signal light mounts effortlessly on the back of your helmet and puts a

RoadRUNNER Apr 9, 2022 • 2 min read
Crossing the Precipice on a Super Duke GT
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Crossing the Precipice on a Super Duke GT

Traveling New RoadsSomeone I trust advised me to start this story with a bang. My bang was the sound of the Achilles tendon on the dominant right side of my body rupturing on a basketball court at Disney World. My magic encounter with the land of Mickey Mouse landed me

Joshua Manning Apr 7, 2022 • 7 min read
They’re Back: Can-Am Motorcycles Return with an Electric Lineup
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They’re Back: Can-Am Motorcycles Return with an Electric Lineup

In a plot twist worthy of a blockbuster movie, one of the most iconic motorcycle brands is returning. Can-Am is coming back to two-wheelers. BRP—the owner of the Can-Am brand—recently announced their plans to return the beloved motorcycle brand to its roots. In celebration of Can-Am’s 50th

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Apr 2, 2022 • 2 min read
Adventure Cross Rally
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Adventure Cross Rally

It doesn’t get much better than spending a few days in the woods with new and old friends, riding dual sports on asphalt, gravel, dirt, and everything in between. A new event popped up last year, and it’s on our radar to attend. The ADVxRally, or Adventure Cross

RoadRUNNER Mar 31, 2022 • 2 min read
2022 Honda Super Cub C125
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2022 Honda Super Cub C125

The world-famous Honda Super Cub may be small in size, but it’s a giant when it comes to how it’s mobilized the world. And for good reason—no matter where you ride, the Super Cub combines reliability, simplicity, economy, and practicality into a unique package. Plus, it’s

RoadRUNNER Mar 30, 2022 • 2 min read
2022 KTM 890 Duke GP
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KTM Introduces the Unique 2022 890 Duke GP

What’s black and orange and built for twisties? Why, it’s the 2022 KTM 890 Duke GP. This latest addition to KTM’s Duke lineup sets itself apart visually with its striking colorway, new passenger seat cover, and GP-derived livery. Still unmistakably a KTM, the bike has an aggressive

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Mar 28, 2022 • 2 min read
Continental ContiRoadAttack 4—A New ‘Hyper-Touring’ Tire
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Continental ContiRoadAttack 4—A New ‘Hyper-Touring’ Tire

Continental is bringing in a new treat to help sport-touring enthusiasts stick to the road. The ContiRoadAttack 4 tires, announced in November 2021, are expected to soon be available. The company has given the ContiRoadAttack 4 the less-than-modest nickname of the “hyper-touring tire.” But that isn’t an empty boast

  • Ile Kauppila
Ile Kauppila Mar 26, 2022 • 2 min read
Progressive IMS Outdoors Announces 2022 Tour Schedule
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Progressive IMS Outdoors Announces 2022 Tour Schedule

The second annual Progressive IMS Outdoors tour will span eight cities across the U.S., bringing more opportunities for attendees to engage with Powersports culture. Tickets will go on sale on March 24 at www.motorcycleshows.com. Progressive IMS Outdoors, the nation's leading motorcycle tour connecting enthusiasts with a wide

RoadRUNNER Mar 24, 2022 • 2 min read
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