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Long Distance Riding 101
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Long Distance Riding 101

Did you do it? I did. Did you read the “Letter from the Editor” in RoadRUNNER’s Jun ‘23 issue, take the required picture of your odometer with said magazine cover, and go riding all summer? I can't think I've ever heard of another contest that
Jul 30, 2023 7 min read
Iván Cervantes Sets 24-hour Riding Record on Tiger 1200 GT Explorer
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Iván Cervantes Sets 24-hour Riding Record on Tiger 1200 GT Explorer

How far can you ride in one day? Not as far as Iván Cervantes, I’m ready to wager that. The five-time Enduro world champion has set a new world record for the greatest distance traveled in 24 hours on a motorcycle by an individual. Cervantes rode a Triumph Tiger
Jul 28, 2023 2 min read
Touring Tip: Traveling Solo
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Touring Tip: Traveling Solo

The Benefits and Risks of Riding by Yourself I like sharing long-distance motorcycle travel with one or two other riders, but no more than three; more than that and group management becomes burdensome and potentially contentious. Two of the benefits of traveling with fellow riders are the conversations at mealtimes
Jul 25, 2023 4 min read
National Motorcycle Museum Is Closing
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National Motorcycle Museum Is Closing

We have sad news for motorcycle enthusiasts across the country. The National Motorcycle Museum has announced that it will close its doors for good. The last day the museum will be open is September 4, 2023. Located in the town of Anamosa, IA, the National Motorcycle Museum has for the
Jul 17, 2023 2 min read
Why We Stand
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Why We Stand

Ouray, CO, “Little Switzerland.” Vehicles roll through town packed with overlanding gear, and dual-sport motorcycles parade the streets with their colorful jockeys aboard. Smack in the middle of this melee rides a group of Space Rangers on loaded, knobby-tired beasts, some with cylinders protruding from the sides like proud iron
Jul 16, 2023 3 min read
What’s Yours is Mine
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What’s Yours is Mine

In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed the National Park Service into existence. The bill mandated that the agency were "to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and wildlife therein, and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as
Jul 11, 2023 3 min read
Speed the Wheel: The Rites of Summer
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Speed the Wheel: The Rites of Summer

Nothing excites the senses quite like the arrival of summer. Spring has thawed us and stripped us of our winter clothes and once again enticed our youthfulness with promises of long days and warm nights. I believe this is true for even the least romantic or sentimental people. During our
Jul 6, 2023 3 min read
Remembrance of Things Past: The 13th Quail Motorcycle Gathering
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Remembrance of Things Past: The 13th Quail Motorcycle Gathering

An array of beautifully restored motorcycles is set out on the greens of the exclusive Quail Lodge & Golf Club for the 13th running of The Quail Motorcycle Gathering in Carmel Valley, CA. As I walk among them, I can’t help but think that just beyond that mountain range
Jul 2, 2023 6 min read
Keeping Your Body Temperature in Check
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Keeping Your Body Temperature in Check

When the effects of high humidity are added into the heat index calculation, motorcycle riding can be very uncomfortable. To compensate, riders must enhance the natural evaporative cooling process produced by their body’s perspiration. Here are our seven tips for staying cool on the road: Stay Breezy Large windscreens
Jul 1, 2023 2 min read
Touring Tip: Staying Hydrated
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Touring Tip: Staying Hydrated

Water: The Essential Riding Companion Did you know that your body is mostly water? The average human body contains around 10 to 12 gallons of it. With high temperatures across the nation, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit the importance of keeping hydrated. Water performs several
Jun 27, 2023 2 min read
Selfie Confidence: Documenting Your Next Ride
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Selfie Confidence: Documenting Your Next Ride

It’s the craze that’s sweeping the nation! Here’s a selfie of me with friends! Here’s a selfie of me in the bathroom! Here’s a selfie of me in front of a thing that I saw! Here’s a selfie of me with a bacon cheeseburger!
Jun 25, 2023 3 min read
Win a Dream Ride with Triumph and RoadRUNNER’s Editor-in-Chief
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Win a Dream Ride with Triumph and RoadRUNNER’s Editor-in-Chief

Do you dream of an unforgettable ride? Triumph’s Dream Ride Getaway sweepstake gives one triumphant winner a chance to make their riding dreams come true! The Triumph Dream Ride Getaway offers one winner and a traveling friend a choice between three guided two-day tours. On two of them, you’
Jun 20, 2023 1 min read
Speed the Wheel: Skewed Beauty | RoadRUNNER Magazine
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Speed the Wheel: Skewed Beauty

I once read a story about a near-sighted writer who, after having been engrossed in his writing for hours, took a break to rest his eyes. He slipped his glasses off and went to the window of his apartment for a breath of fresh air. On the street below, he
Jun 20, 2023 4 min read
Father's Day Sale is Happening Now
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Father's Day Sale is Happening Now

Father's Day is just around the corner. Why not give Dad a gift that will keep on giving all year long? Gift Dad a RoadRUNNER print or WEB subscription for 20% off. Offer is valid now through 6/18/23. 20% OFF WEB Subscription20% OFF Print Subscription Print
Jun 14, 2023 1 min read
Fouled Plugs: The Oil Discussion | RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel Magazine
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Fouled Plugs: The Oil Discussion

I’ll save you some time. There’s no such thing as the “oil discussion.” You’re either running the correct oil for your machine that an actual herd of engineers prescribed after applying advanced mathematics, or you’re not. It really is that simple. Yet, somehow, discussions regarding engine
Jun 13, 2023 3 min read
Women’s Motorcycle Show Returns to LA
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Women’s Motorcycle Show Returns to LA

The time has come. The eighth annual Women’s Motorcycle Show (WMC) is at hand and this year, the event is returning to Los Angeles, CA. Held at AutoConduct in the LA Arts District on June 17, the WMC is set to be a fun-filled day. Visitors get to see
Jun 12, 2023 1 min read
Highway Gothic: AZ SR 89
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Highway Gothic: AZ SR 89

I'm waiting for Elon Musk to premier his line of cologne, moon boots, and outer-space sports drinks.  Have you noticed his face is everywhere?  My wife asked if I wanted to apply to Elon's space program and I said no.  It's not that I&
Jun 10, 2023 2 min read
Riding in Foggy Conditions
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Riding in Foggy Conditions

Riding in fog—especially when it’s combined with rain and darkness—heightens a number of risk factors that prudent motorcyclists usually seek to avoid: 1. Rider visibility of potential hazards, both ahead and from behind (like being rear-ended by a faster moving vehicle) is severely restricted. 2. Accumulation of
Jun 8, 2023 2 min read
Riding High: Conquering the Wall of Death
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Riding High: Conquering the Wall of Death

I’ve been traveling by motorcycle for decades. My love for two-wheeled adventure began simply, by exploring the area around my home in Bavaria. Then it grew. Since then, I’ve ridden mostly solo across the United States, through Scandinavia, Australia, Africa, Mongolia, China, and beyond. Now I’m back
Jun 5, 2023 5 min read
Andreani USA Expands Its Offerings
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Andreani USA Expands Its Offerings

Having just opened its U.S.-based operations in North Carolina at the beginning of this year, Andreani USA is already announcing an expansion of its product catalog. Joining the fold are MIVV Exhaust systems from Italy and suspension components from England’s Nitron Racing Systems. Designed, developed, and manufactured
Jun 3, 2023 2 min read
The King’s Stallion: Elvis’ Last Harley-Davidson
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The King’s Stallion: Elvis’ Last Harley-Davidson

Elvis Presley is famous for his revolutionizing of pop music, his outrageously swinging hips—and his motorcycles. The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s love for two-wheeled rides is well-documented in both photographs and the musical sensation’s own words. In particular, Elvis seemed to prefer Harley-Davidsons. One of those
Jun 2, 2023 4 min read
A New Fear
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A New Fear

“Where will our first trip be?” I asked with a great deal of enthusiasm after the successful completion of motorcycle school. “To the parking lot,” my husband replied. We made plans that weekend to get my new Royal Enfield Himalayan. I wasn't sure what color I wanted yet,
May 30, 2023 4 min read
100 Years of BMW: New Bikes and an Exhibition
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100 Years of BMW: New Bikes and an Exhibition

In 1923, a little company called BMW Motorrad built its first motorcycle. Now, 100 years later, the company is still going strong—and that’s cause for celebration. On May 12, BMW opened a new exhibition at the BMW Museum in Munich, Germany. The displays highlight BMW’s centennial journey,
May 25, 2023 4 min read
Motorcycle Riding in Construction Zones
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Motorcycle Riding in Construction Zones

It’s basically summer, which means you’ve probably already ridden through plenty of construction zones. It may seem obvious that you should ride with more caution and watch for hazards in work areas, but did you know that nearly every state has special road construction traffic laws? As a
May 25, 2023 2 min read
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