Buyers Guide

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10 Sunglasses to Protect Your Eyes On and Off the Saddle

Many modern motorcycle helmets come with sun visors, polarized visor coatings, and other features to protect your eyes on the road—but not all of them. With older or open-faced helmets, in particular, a good pair of sunglasses is an indispensable riding accessory. Stylish as they might be, though, James

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8 Items Florian Can’t Ride a Shamrock Tour® Without

RoadRUNNER Shamrock Tours® are four-day trips out of one base location that are easy to tackle for both veterans and beginners. For such multi-day trips, it’s given that you should pack some pieces of gear, like a rain suit and spare clothes. That said, there are plenty of less

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5 Awesome Motorcycle Phone Mounts

Your smartphone has become a vital motorcycling tool. Of course you can call and text with it, but it also helps you navigate to your next destination, capture the best riding moments on photo and video, find the best hotels and restaurants, and much more. But having your phone in

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Buyers Guide: 10 Best Riding Shoes for the Casual Motorcyclist

Using your motorcycle as daily transportation for school, work, or running errands, motorcycle-specific traditional riding boots can be cumbersome. Thankfully, Many gear companies offer casual shoes that provide efficient protection while riding and comfort when walking. Here are 10 casual boots that were developed specifically for today’s urban riders.

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10 Handy Amazon Finds for Any Motorcyclist’s Garage

You never thought you’d need it, but now you can’t live without it. Every motorcycle enthusiast has purchased some kind of gadget or tool that fits this description. But there’s always another handy thingamajig out there that you never knew you wanted. Amazon is a great place

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10 Motorcycling Books Every Rider Should Read

It’s raining cats, dogs, and various other small mammals—a motorcycle ride is simply out of the question. A good motorcycling book can still let you scratch that two-wheeled itch from the comfort of your couch. Riders and non-riders alike have written a lot about motorcycles, presenting unique views

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5 Compact Air Pumps and Tire Inflators for Your Saddlebags

Perhaps the most essential onboard tool on your bike is a compact air pump and/or tire inflator. Whether you’re keeping your precious tires at optimum pressure or refilling after a patch job, there’s nothing that makes you feel more vulnerable than not having access to air. In

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13 Unique Gifts for Motorcyclists

It can be tough to buy gifts for dedicated motorcyclists. They already have the bike, the tools, the gear… What else could you possibly get them? Here’s a little insider tip about riders—they love everything that has anything to do with motorcycles. Decor, clothes, and knickknacks that allow

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10 Winter Motorcycling Gloves to Keep Your Mitts Warm

There are few things worse than trying to steer your motorcycle with cold fingers. Not only is it uncomfortable and even painful, but reduced finger mobility can put you in real danger. That’s why good winter gloves are an indispensable part of any year-end rider’s gear kit. A

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2023 Holiday Buyers Guide

The 2023 RoadRUNNER Holiday Buyers Guide is a curated collection of products from RoadRUNNER partners that motorcycle riders will love. If you have a motorcyclist you're shopping for this holiday season, you won't want to miss these products which will be sure to bring a smile to their face on

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10 Warmest Accessories for Winter Touring

It’s cold, windy, wet, and dreary—in other words, perfect weather for a motorcycle ride. You just need to don appropriately warm cold-weather riding gear. High-quality warm accessories won’t clear the roads of snow, but they can let you squeeze a few extra weeks out of the riding

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Alpinestars Latest ADV Riding Gear

The recent 2023 Alpinestars Adventure Tour in Big Bear, CA, dramatically underscored the Italian sports gear company’s deepening commitment to the ADV and dual sport motorcycle space. Case in point, the company’s owner and CEO Gabriele Mazzarolo was there, as well as Dakar champions Ricky Brabec, Toby Price.

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9 Auxiliary Lighting Systems for Motorcycles to Light Your Path

Proper lighting is vitally important for us motorcyclists. To stay safe, we need to both see and be seen.. To best identify threats in the night, whether that be irregular road surfaces, objects, animals, cars, or peopleyour bike need the best throw and reach of illumination. But that’s not

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11 Touring Tires That Will Go the Distance

When it comes to the base elements of safety and ridability, nothing is as important as tires on your motorcycle. After all, the contact patch of a motorcycle tire is about the size of a credit card, so the better compounds, tread pattern, and construction fit the bill, the safer,

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Packing List: Moto Camping

Two old adages apply to motorcycle camping. One is attributed to the Australian Army: “Any fool can be uncomfortable.” The other comes from avid adventurer Teddy Roosevelt: “A well-planned expedition creates its own luck.” With space at a premium, your gear’s weight and functionality become essential when preparing for

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Tents, Bags, and Bears

I’m an old-school classic motorcyclist, and I have seen a lot of things come and go. While there are some game changers out there, it is still pretty hard to get my attention. Touring gear is very different from what it was 30 years ago. The tents are different.

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Stay Comfy in the Saddle with These 12 Base Layer Products

There’s an old Australian Military adage that goes; “Any fool can be uncomfortable.” Appropriate wisdom for motorcyclists. After all, we’re living in the 21st century. With advancements in materials, there’s no reason why we have to be uncomfortable against the elements, whether that be cold or heat.

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Motorcycle Lubricant: Oil. Motorcyclist Lubricant: Coffee.

How to Caffeinate on the Road I can do without a lot of stuff. I lived in Japan for about 17 years, and while I did plenty of very memorable motorcycle trips throughout Asia, I can’t remember ever stopping for a slice of pizza. Not only that, I don’

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Neckerchiefs, Bandanas, Buffs, Oh My! 6 Ways to Protect Your Neck

The bandana is the original biker’s neckwear. This multi-purpose square of material serves as neck protection against the elements, as well as a face warmer, a disptick rag, goggle cleaner, and much more. Whether it’s protecting you from debris, the weather,, insects, or the sun, a good bandana

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Best Waterproof Gloves for Spring Riding

Spring is coming and with that comes riding. However, warming weather can bring spring showers. To help keep your hands dry when unexpected rains hit, here are 10 pairs of gloves tailor-made for the task. REFAX Ridge Waterproof Gloves These leather/textile gloves feature a treated cowhide backhand and a

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Top Five Touring Accessories

Some bikes come with all of the touring accessories a rider could possibly want, but for many of us our bike requires a few additions. These categories are the top areas where touring riders may want to shop to enhance their riding experience. A Comfortable Seat [https://imp.i104546.net/

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Tire Rebates: How to Save Money on New Motorcycle Tires

You need fresh tires for the best and safest motorcycle touring experience. If the rubber on your bike is starting to look a bit too slick, you should update your tires. If only they weren’t so darn expensive… Lay Down The Rubber, Reap The Rewards Motorcycle tire rebates can

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RoadRUNNER's 2023 Spring Gear Guide

Spring is in the air, which means rubber is hitting the road. Before heading out to ride, be sure you have the latest gear to keep you warm, dry, and safe this riding season! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bell Bullitt [https://imp.i104546.net/1reDmx] Bell revolutionized helmets in the 1960s with the

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RoadRUNNER'S Guide to Casual Jeans for the Casual Rider

For years, the basic riding gear of the motorcyclist—in terms of pants—was pretty much a pair of denim jeans from the closet. Not necessarily the best option. Fortunately, apparel companies have responded by bringing denim into the 21st century with a slate of advanced jeans designed specifically for

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Great Touring Boots For Motorcycle Travelers

Aerostich Combat Lites [https://www.aerostich.com/aerostich-combat-lite-boots.html] The Combat Lite is ideal for touring, everyday urban riding, and all day street and general purpose wear. Compared to most general purpose and riding boots, the Lite has fewer individual leather pieces, fewer seams, and is a stronger and longer-lasting