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Learn the German History of Franken’s Rock—Frankenstein, MO

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2024 Honda CB650R/CBR650R Introduce New E-Clutch Tech

Honda recently announced its returning lineup for the 2025 model year, but that’s not the only card the Japanese company has up its sleeve. Even 2024-designated bikes are getting something new—namely, the Honda E-Clutch technology. The E-Clutch promises to be essentially a Quickshifter Plus. It allows the rider

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Classic Roads: Deadman Pass, OR

When regular people hear a name like Deadman Pass, they generally think it best to steer clear. Motorcyclists are built a little different, though, and a morbid moniker such as this is an invitation to hop in the saddle. Deadman Pass is also known as Deadman’s Pass or Dead

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Beware the Boogeymen of Boogertown, NC

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Can-Am Reveals Specs of New Electric Motorcycles

Can-Am motorcycles were legendary in the motocross scene in the 1970s. Sadly, the once-revered brand hasn’t produced new motorcycles for nearly four decades, although its three-wheelers have been quite successful. Two years ago, the Canadian marque dropped the bomb and announced it was working on two new motorcycles. Apart

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Ride to the End of the World—Centralia, PA

Have you ever wondered what Earth will look like once 99.9% of humanity is gone? Motoring to Centralia, PA, will give you an ominous taste of the end of the world. I can’t rightly call Centralia a ghost town because it has residents—a whopping five stubborn souls

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8 Best Fall Motorcycle Rides in Kansas

When you think of fall motorcycle rides, you’re probably picturing roads meandering under expansive orange canopies. Kansas, however, offers a different kind of scenery. The vast prairies and grasslands of Kansas can be just as gorgeous in the fall as the forests of the Great Smoky Mountains. Additionally, the

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In the Middle of Middle Tennessee—Watertown, TN

Middle Tennessee is known for its rich history, unique cedar groves, and—of course—Nashville the Music City. Watertown, TN, is a charming little burg that gives you easy access to all of this and more astride your motorcycle. Watertown is located along US 70, merely 10 miles from Lebanon

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9 Best Beaches to Ride to on Hawaii’s O’ahu Island

Let’s be real here—there’s no such thing as a bad beach on O’ahu. Some of them, however, are better for motorcyclists than others. That might be because they’re easily accessible by motorcycle, offer nearby attractions that speak to riders, or are out of the way

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Unplugged and Unreachable: Visit These 9 US Destinations in America Without Cell Reception

Are you sick and tired of phone calls? Would you rather chuck your phone out the window than answer another text or email? It sounds like you need to unplug for a while—and fortunately many places in the U.S. are still beyond the reach of cell and Wi-Fi

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Kawasaki Demos Hydrogen Motorcycle Engine

Kawasaki has gone down in motorcycle history in a unique manner. The Japanese moto company recently held the world’s first public demonstration of a hydrogen-powered motorcycle engine. Kawasaki’s push for eco-friendly motorcycling is not a new endeavor. Earlier this year, it launched the Ninja 7, the first hybrid

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City Escape: Bemidji, MN

Bemidji, MN, is one of the cities claiming to be the birthplace of Paul Bunyan. Although we may never know for sure where (if anywhere) Bunyan was born, this tour will certainly convince you he hails from northern Minnesota. You’ll begin and end your ride at Bemidji’s famous

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Do You Ride or Drive a Motorcycle?

Motorcyclists are riders—they ride motorcycles. Yet, now and then, you hear someone refer to the act of operating our favorite two-wheeled conveyances as “driving.” As the copy editor of RoadRUNNER, I’m an unapologetic word nerd. So, in my mind, this difference in word usage raises the question of

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The Waterfront Jewel of America—Great Lakes Seaway Trail

A beautiful waterscape is one of the best backdrops for a laidback motorcycling outing. The Great Lakes Seaway Trail serves both good times and water views in spades. This National Scenic Byway (also known by its previous official name, Seaway Trail) is a series of designated roads in Pennsylvania and

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EagleRider Offers Limited Rentals of CVO Harley-Davidson Road Glides for Route 66 Tours

The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide is the Motor Company’s cream of the crop machine, but you sadly can’t test ride it before purchase. With its $44,400 price tag, this luxury tourer is also so expensive that it’s simply not within every rider’s budget. If you

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The City of Plenty—Boston, MA

Any motorcyclist with even a passing interest in American history should have Boston on their list of riding destinations. The city boasts the whole package—it’s steeped in history, has plenty of options for entertainment, and is near some fantastic roads to ride. Settled in 1625 and founded in

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Ride the Highest Pass in the Eastern Alps—Stelvio Pass, Italy

The Stelvio Pass is one of the most challenging and exhilarating motorcycle roads in the world to ride. It’s absolutely worth a trip to Italy just to wrassle with this beast. At 9,045 feet, Stelvio Pass is the highest paved mountain pass in the Eastern Alps and the

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The Little Alien Town—Rachel, NV

What would you expect to find in the remote desert of Nevada? Perhaps sand, stones, and shrubs—with a little green man peeking out from between them. That’s what might await you in the tiny town of Rachel, one of the country’s UFO capitals. Just for the record,

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Classic Motorcycle Day 2024

The gray skies and forecast rain didn’t deter the sizable throng of motorcycle enthusiasts that gathered on the carnival grounds of Mount Airy, MD, for the Classic Motorcycle Day 2024 on May 19. Fortunately, the rain never materialized, and the cloud cover kept the sun from completely scorching the

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From the Gateway to the Ozarks—Missouri SR 100

Missouri might not be on the top of your list when thinking of good places in America to ride your motorcycle, but don’t you knock the Show Me State. The place hosts many great roads—such as SR 100. For about 120 miles, SR 100 follows the curves of

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The Living Ghost Town—Austin, NV

US 50, cutting through the desert of Nevada, is often called the loneliest road in America. The title is well-deserved, with the road stretching on for long miles with no sight of civilization. Yet, you will encounter small but welcoming hamlets along this lonesome ride. One of them is Austin,

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6 Best Electrolyte Supplements for Motorcyclists

A good motorcycle suit is a lot of things, but cool (in terms of temperature) it is not. Encased in all that leather, aramid, and armor, you quickly begin to sweat—so, you drink some water. But have you ever noticed that you feel more and more exhausted even if

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The City with Everything—Arlington, TX

Big cities aren’t typically motorcyclists' first choices for riding destinations. There’s an exception for everything, though, and in Texas, that’s Arlington. Sitting almost smack-dab in the middle between Fort Worth and Dallas, this city of nearly 400,000 residents forms a crucial part of the Dallas-Fort

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The Curvy Beauty of the Woods—Diamondback Loop in North Carolina

It’s not about how long it is, it’s about how good of a time you can have with it. I am, of course, talking about the Diamondback Loop in North Carolina. Just short of 17 miles, this loop through the dense woods of the Pisgah National Forest is,

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Vanson Leathers Celebrates 50 Years of Jackets

The year 1974 was a good one for American motorcyclists. That year, Vanson Leathers opened its doors. Since then, Vanson’s name has become synonymous with high-quality leather motorcycle jackets, not to mention its racing suits and other apparel. This year marks the company’s 50th birthday, and Vanson is