Bikers Blog

Lawmaker wants to require motorcycle safety courses

Monday, February 13, 2012

The arrival of spring can be announced by the first crash reports that start rolling in, according to State Rep. Seth Grove, R-Dover Township. "In two or three months, we're going to see a rash of motorcycle accidents and deaths," he said. "As soon as the weather gets warmer. It happens every spring." More...

Motorcycle Insurance – Important things to learn When Looking for Motorbike Insurance Quotes

Monday, February 13, 2012

Desire to know more about bike insurance rates? More...

Extending Biketoberfest could boost tourism

Monday, January 30, 2012

Biketoberfest often seems to end just as it starts. The four-day event in the fall brings in 100,000 bikers. They, in turn, bring in millions of dollars in cash. More...

Atlantic Beach wants to meet to talk about Bike Fest, Harley rally

Monday, January 30, 2012

Myrtle Beach- A representative for Atlantic Beach said Thursday that the town was surprised by the Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson dealership's plan to move its biker rally events into Memorial Day weekend, when the town has its annual Bike Fest, and wants to meet with the dealership and other area cities to talk about it. More...

Your classic bike insurance comparison

Thursday, January 26, 2012

If you are looking for classic bike insurance, compare a number of options and you may find that you obtain certain advantages: as it is wintertime, you may find that your bike is spending rather more time in the garage than on the road – classic bike insurance may recognize the fact that for seasonal and practical usage reasons, a classic bike may simply get used less and that should be reflected in premiums; More...

HOW TO RIDE A MOTORCYCLE IN WET OR ICY WEATHER

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Wet pavement, particularly just after it starts to rain, along with mud, snow and ice, can mean disaster for motorcyclists who aren’t particularly careful. Here are some pointers for operating safely in wet and icy conditions. More...

COLD WEATHER MOTORCYCLE RIDING

Monday, November 21, 2011

As cold weather starts to roll in this season, it’s time to start thinking about what you’re going to do with your motorcycle this winter. For some, winter means buying fuel stabilizer, dusting off the trickle charger, and gently snuggling their motorcycle into a warm corner of the garage. For the rest of us, winter means no change to our motorcycle riding habits except the addition of quite a bit of extra clothing! More...

Biker’s Code

Thursday, November 03, 2011

I ride purely, and only, because it is fun. I ride because I enjoy the freedom I feel from being exposed to the elements, and the vulnerability to the danger that is intrinsic to riding. I do not ride because it is fashionable to do so. I ride my machine, not wear it. My machine is not a symbol of status. It exists simply for me, and me alone. My machine is not a toy. It is an extension of my being, and I will treat it accordingly, with the same respect as I have for myself. More...

BIKETOBERFEST – The History

Saturday, October 01, 2011

Biketoberfest® ‘s Birthmother — Janet Kersey, a Daytona Beach native and the official “The Birthmother of Biketoberfest®” – was hired as the director of tourism events by the DBACVB to create new festivals and events that would attract visitors during the off-season periods. Her first assignment was to create a special event, similar to the ever-popular Bike Week, centered on the American Motorcycle Association’s annual fall races held each October at Daytona International Speedway. This first event, originally named “The Daytona Fall Tour,” was held on October 16-18, 1992. More...

Motorcycle Eyewear

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Motorcycle eyewear is important due to the dangers of road hazards like wind, dirt, rain and bugs. Motorcycle eyewear can be found in the form of glasses, goggles or face shields, with helmets and face shields being the most desired form of eye protection. More...