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Motorcycle Recall April 2024: Kawasaki
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others. So, safety first. Also, (DISCLAIMER) this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have…
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ijustwant2ride · 4 days
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Cleaning a Motorcycle Helmet
Your motorcycle helmet is your most important piece of equipment so keeping it clean is important.  Not just from an appearance perspective but as a method to ensure it is still in good working condition.
Your motorcycle helmet is your most important piece of equipment so keeping it clean is important.  Not just from an appearance perspective but as a method to ensure it is still in good working condition. Also, April is Motorcycle Helmet Awareness month so now is a good time to do the work! While you are cleaning your helmet look for cracks in the shell, that the hard foam is intact and in good…
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ijustwant2ride · 8 days
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Motorcycle News: 2022 Motorcycle Deaths and Cell Phone Cameras
Motorcycle News: 2022 US Crash Data Speed Cameras taking aim at cell phones.
What you need to know… There has been an increase in motorcycle rider deaths. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released its final 2022 Fatality Analysis Reporting System traffic crash data. NHTSA reported 42,514 total fatalities in the U.S. in 2022. That is a 1.7% decrease from the previous year. BUT, motorcyclists deaths increased 1.2%. The official number of…
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ijustwant2ride · 13 days
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How to Recycle or Dispose of Old Motorcycle Helmets? Guest Post by Sarah Kearns
Whether you’re just replacing one helmet due to age or degradation, or if you’ve found a stack of old helmets in your Dad’s garage, figuring out what to do with them after they’ve outlived their usefulness can be tricky.
Whether you’re just replacing one helmet due to age or degradation, or if you’ve found a stack of old helmets in your Dad’s garage, figuring out what to do with them after they’ve outlived their usefulness can be tricky. Motorcycle helmets can’t be resold or given away for future use as their safety can’t be guaranteed. So what can you do? Here are a few possibilities for dealing with old…
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ijustwant2ride · 19 days
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April is Motorcycle Helmet Safety Month
At least once a year you should check your helmet to make sure everything is right and correct.  As the month of April is Motorcycle Helmet Safety month, now is a good time to do the checks.
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ijustwant2ride · 26 days
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9 Tips for Attending a Motorcycle Race
The motorcycle racing season is underway!  World Superbike, MotoGP, and here in the USA MotoAmerica and King of the Baggers.  If you have never been to a race this year might be the year you go to your first.
The motorcycle racing season is underway!  World Superbike, MotoGP, and here in the USA MotoAmerica and King of the Baggers.  If you have never been to a race this year might be the year you go to your first. Below are some commonsense tips to make sure you have a good time: Plan ahead: Check the race schedule and plan your trip accordingly. Make sure you have all the necessary tickets, passes,…
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ijustwant2ride · 29 days
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Motorcycle TV: Steve McQueen Desert Racer
I ran across this hour-long motorcycle documentary on Amazon Prime and, of course, I had to watch it. I knew the actor Steve McQueen was into motorcycles and motorcycle racing, but I did not realize he was REALLY into motorcycles and motorcycle racing! This TV show documents what he and his friends did to get motorcycles into movies and how they raced at the top levels. A few the things I…
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ijustwant2ride · 1 month
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Motorcycle Recall March 2024: BMW X3, Kawasaki, LiveWire, Triumph
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others. So, safety first. Also, (DISCLAIMER) this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if you have…
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Spring Motorcycle Riding Prep: A checklist for getting your bike ready for riding.
Spring is here, and your motorcycle is beckoning you to hit the open road. Before you embark on your two-wheeled adventures, take a moment to prepare your bike for the riding season. While the T-CLOCS (Tires, Controls, Lights, Oil, Chassis, and Stands) inspection is essential, let’s delve into some often-overlooked recommendations: Check Your Gear: Retrieve your riding gear from storage. It…
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Motorcycle News: Moto Guzzi and Suzuki
Motorcycle News – What you need to know… 2024 Moto Guzzi Experience USA Moto Guzzi has announced the 2024 Moto Guzzi Experience in the United States. The Moto Guzzi Experience is not only about stunning scenery but also about rewarding riding.   “Participants will tackle some of the country’s most challenging and bucket-list-worthy roads and highways, offering a true test of skill and…
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ijustwant2ride · 2 months
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MICHELIN has new rebate for motorcycle tires!
2024 Michelin Two-Wheel Spring Promotion I have never used Michelin products so I have no opinion on how well they work. But if you like there products this is a decent rebate.
2024 Michelin Two-Wheel Spring Promotion I have never used Michelin products so I have no opinion on how well they work. But if you like there products this is a decent rebate. This rebate offer appears to limited to the United States. Get a $80 Visa Reward Card via mail-in rebate with the purchase of two (front and rear) qualifying MICHELIN Cruiser Motorcycle tires. Get a $60 Visa Reward…
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ijustwant2ride · 2 months
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Motorcycle News: GoPro and Daytona Motorcycle Racing
68 Riders trying to qualify for the Daytona 200 10 different motorcycle types running in the Super Hooligans Harley and Indians on the high bank GoPro is buying a Helmet brand.
What you need to know… This year’s Daytona 200 looks like it will be spectacular!            The MotoAmerica Mission Daytona 200 has 68 riders representing 5 manufacturers attempting to qualify for the big race. They are riding:                      Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Ducati and Triumph            The Roland Sands Mission Super Hooligans have 35 riders on 10 different…
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ijustwant2ride · 2 months
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Motorcycle Recall February 2024: LiveWire, Honda, Triumph, Dainese Helmets, CFMOTO, Suzuki, Indian
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, or so, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing...
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, or so, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a motorcycle is being recalled in one country there is a good chance it is under recall in others. So, safety first. Also, (DISCLAIMER) this should not be considered a definitive list, check for yourself if…
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ijustwant2ride · 2 months
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Motorcycle Riding Around Front Royal: Thrill and Chill Ride
Front Royal, Virginia is the northern terminus of Skyline Drive, one of the premier byways of America. Ten thousand or more motorcyclists pass through Front Royal on their way to or from Skyline Drive each year.
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ijustwant2ride · 3 months
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I am a guest on the Motorcycle Men Podcast!
Ted, the host of Motorcycle Men, and I talked about: The IJustWant2Ride.com blog! The Dawghouse Motorcycle Radio podcast Riding in the Front Royal, Skyline Drive area. The love of motorcycling!
Last night I was a guest to the Motorcycle Men podcast.  You can listen to our conversation at this link. Ted, the host of Motorcycle Men, and I talked about:            The IJustWant2Ride.com blog!            The Dawghouse Motorcycle Radio podcast            Riding in the Front Royal, Skyline Drive area.            The love of motorcycling!            And motorcycle stuff! I think you…
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ijustwant2ride · 3 months
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Motorcycle News: More on Kill Switches and Speed Limiters and NIMBY.
What you need to know… This is going to happen, sadly, sooner or later. What you need to know… “Not In My Backyard” is coming for a famous American racetrack.
What you need to know… This is going to happen, sadly, sooner or later. State lawmakers in California are now pushing for electronic speed limiters for 2027 and beyond vehicles. This is in addtion to the work at the federal level on this issue. The Biden administration, via the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), have introduced Kill…
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ijustwant2ride · 3 months
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🏍️ Best of 2023 WEIRD MOTORCYCLES
Best of 2023 WEIRD MOTORCYCLES was not an easy task this year.  There were not a lot that, thought out the year, that jumped out and said "I'M WEIRD"!
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