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Can Am Rider Education Experience

Can Am Rider Education Experience

It has been 15 years since Can-Am introduced the Spyder, its wholly unique three-wheeled roadster. The machine launched officially in February 2007 and was an instant hit, sales reaching the milestone of 2,500 units in just seven months. By May 2009, 12,500 Spyders had been manufactured, with almost

KTM SM-T: A New Generation of Touring Travel

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KTM SM-T: A New Generation of Touring Travel

In 2009, eager to stuff their LC8 V-twin into more motorcycles, KTM gave us the 990 Supermoto Travel or SM-T. It was more supermoto than traveler, but the upright riding position and perfect ergos meant you could absolutely crush the miles connecting twisty roads. The SM-T didn’t quite fit

Water Vapor Instead of Exhaust?

Water Vapor Instead of Exhaust?

Kawasaki is going in hard on alternative fuel technologies. Just in the past year, the Japanese bike maker revealed its first electric machine—the Elektrode balance bike for kids. More impressively, Kawasaki also pulled the curtains on two grown-up electric motorcycles, a Z model and a Ninja-style bike. The company

Yamaha Becomes First Japanese Firm to Use Green Aluminum on Bikes

Yamaha Becomes First Japanese Firm to Use Green Aluminum on Bikes

Yamaha has gotten ahead of its Japanese competitors in its environmental efforts. The company has become the first moto manufacturer in Japan to introduce green aluminum to motorcycles. Yamaha has been using green aluminum as a raw material in its bike parts since February 2023. Although it didn’t disclose

Cold Start Returns for a Second Year

Cold Start Returns for a Second Year

The Cold Start Off-Road Riding Clinic & Culinary Experience [https://www.thecoldstart.org/] is returning for a second edition on May 5-9. If the event’s name seems like a mouthful, just wait to see the smorgasbord of riding experiences it has in store for riders of all skill levels.

Motorcycle Safety Checklist for Spring Riders

Motorcycle Safety Checklist for Spring Riders

The Pre-Ride Check Spring is officially here—time to kick off the riding season. But before you hop on your bike and put on your helmet, take a few minutes to review our safety checklist. By taking the time to inspect your bike for any potential hazards, you can ensure

Speed the Wheel: Exotic Destinations

Speed the Wheel: Exotic Destinations

Most of us like to be gone. It really doesn’t matter where. It’s in the going. A motorcycle will do that to you. Being gone, after all, has always been a cherished byproduct of the wanderlust and freedom associated with motorcycles. The reason so many people ride—and

Get Your Summer Bike Ride Started with Booking.com Getaway Deals

Get Your Summer Bike Ride Started with Booking.com Getaway Deals

Have you booked the accommodations for this summer’s motorcycle tours yet? If not, it’s time to start planning! Time’s a-wasting and the hotels, bed-and-breakfasts, and Airbnbs around the country are quickly filling up. And with that, the prices are heading for the moon as well—the rooms

A Rider’s Survival Guide to Coffee

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A Rider’s Survival Guide to Coffee

Who doesn’t like a good cup of coffee? Many riders do, but being on the road or trail can make getting a decent brew difficult. Sure, you could stop at a gas station or Starbucks, but calling their swill “coffee” often feels like stretching the word’s definition too

Downtown Local: A Potent Brew of Espresso and Moto Memorabilia

Downtown Local: A Potent Brew of Espresso and Moto Memorabilia

Halfway between the Northern California coastal towns of Santa Cruz and Half Moon Bay, at the nexus of some of the best motorcycle roads on the planet, lies the somnolent town of Pescadero. It just might be the coolest coastal burg that no one has heard of. So please, don’

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A New Scared

The dictionary says “fear” is a noun. I was taught that a noun is something you can put in a box. Can you put fear in a box? Fear, by definition, is an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or

MotoVermont Smoky Mountains Tour

MotoVermont Smoky Mountains Tour

Want to see the Smoky Mountains in all their glory? MotoVermont’s Smoky Mountains dual sport tour takes you on a twisty-packed ride through the forests and mountain roads of North Carolina and Tennessee. This six-day, 685-mile journey traverses 5,000-foot passes, wildflower-filled valleys, and thrilling water crossings in the

Moto Mojo: the Octane Problem

Moto Mojo: the Octane Problem

What’s Right For Your Bike For many motorcyclists, the octane numbers such as 85, 87, 89, and 91 (or 93) on the gas pump might as well read “nope,” “almost there,” and “that’s the stuff.” And it’s a logical assumption that when something costs more, it must

Common Motorcycle Insurance Questions Answered

Common Motorcycle Insurance Questions Answered

Decoding Motorcycle Coverage One of the most common questions I hear regarding motorcycle insurance is, “What is the average cost of a motorcycle insurance policy?” Another common question: “What do I really need on my policy, and what can I do to drop my overall insurance cost?” Here are some

Ride1Up Revv1: A Small Ebike for Big Adventures | RoadRUNNER Magazine

Ride1Up Revv1: A Small Ebike for Big Adventures

There’s nothing like navigating open roads on a big motorcycle, but sometimes a smaller-scale riding adventure is what you need. Ride1Up’s new Revv1 can be just the right ride for those occasions. The Revv1 is a new, moped-style electric bicycle. But this isn’t a hipster-y motorized bike

KTM Adventure Rally Heads to Norway

KTM Adventure Rally Heads to Norway

Adventure motorcycling enthusiasts had better start learning how to ride like a Viking. This year’s KTM Adventure Rally is heading north to the land of the fjords. The 2023 KTM Adventure Rally takes 150 intrepid KTM riders to Norway on July 24-28 to tackle the Scandinavian country’s spectacularly

Moto Morini is Coming to North America

Moto Morini is Coming to North America

Mamma mia, the Italians are coming! The iconic Italian motorcycle brand Moto Morini has announced it will enter the North American market. Moto Morini has already been on its globetrotting adventure, with operations in Italy, India, and Asia. Now, the company is looking to establish a presence in the U.

The Hunt: Buying a Bike off Craigslist

The Hunt: Buying a Bike off Craigslist

Shopping for a new bike can be a whole lot of fun, but actually buying one can turn into a nightmare. For many of us, going to a dealership to look at brand new (or almost new) bikes just isn’t financially an option, so to get what we’re

Kawasaki Elektrode Experience Brings Riding to Your Children

Kawasaki Elektrode Experience Brings Riding to Your Children

Are your kids always saying they’d like to ride a motorcycle like their mom or dad? Then the Kawasaki Elektrode Experience is your chance to acquaint your child with a kid-sized and kid-friendly bike. Kawasaki Elektrode Experience is a nationwide tour that aims to introduce young, fledgling riders to

Harley-Davidson Celebrates 120th Anniversary at 2023 H-D Homecoming

Harley-Davidson Celebrates 120th Anniversary at 2023 H-D Homecoming

Harley-Davidson has been manufacturing classic American motorcycles for a while — 120 years, to be precise. The Motor Company is celebrating its 120th anniversary at the 2023 Harley-Davidson Homecoming festival. The event will bring hordes of H-D riders, their friends and families, and probably some music lovers as well to Milwaukee,

The Kerfuffle | RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel

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The Kerfuffle

At 125 horsepower and 125 Nm of torque, the BMW R 1200 GS can sling mud from its Shinko knobby like a snow blower in a Louisiana swamp. My pal Jay Rothstein sits unaware atop his clutch-less KLR 650, 12 miles north of Gypsum, CO. Afternoon rains have turned this

Motorcycle Licensing Laws Are Different for Teen Riders

Motorcycle Licensing Laws Are Different for Teen Riders

Some time ago, Pennsylvania instituted training requirements for teens wanting to obtain their motorcycle license. Under Pennsylvania’s law, all 16- and 17-year-olds applying for a motorcycle license must first complete the state-approved motorcycle safety program. Courses like Pennsylvania’s Basic Rider Course are meant to provide young bikers with

Speed The Wheel: The 800-Mile Caffé Africano | RoadRUNNER Magazine

Speed The Wheel: The 800-Mile Caffé Africano

As motorcyclists, generally speaking, we tend to be a bit more whimsical and spontaneous than your average Joe. We prefer to cling to the youthful endeavor of chasing desires—however pointless, however ridiculous. I say this without apology. A motorcycle will do that to you. Adult responsibilities are constantly conspiring

Do Good: Motorcycle Relief Project | RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel

Do Good: Motorcycle Relief Project

Every rider knows the kind of inner peace rolling down highways or bouncing across off-road tracks can bring. Motorcycle Relief Project (MRP) aims to let wounded warriors and struggling first responders experience that same feeling. MRP, based in Evergreen, CO, organizes Relief Rides, five-day dual sport and adventure bike tours