What distinguishes a good t-shirt from a really great t-shirt? Is it the material used? The thread count? The stitching? The cut, fit, or shape? Is it the colour, it’s brightness, and how long it holds true? Is it the way you look in it or just the way you see yourself in it? Is it the way the fabric feels on your skin or the way you feel in the fabric? We look at the Lovebone Apparel Bad to the Bone biker-approved t-shirt.
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Nicole Winters and TT: Full Throttle
Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy) is a 106 year old annual motorcycle racing event held on the Isle of Man, just between Ireland and the United Kingdom. It is the most prestigious and most dangerous motorcycle race in the world. The race spreads across the island over 60 kilometers (over 37 miles), spans over 200 bends, with an altitude range from sea level to 1,300 feet (396 meters) up. The natural road course makes the Isle of Man TT stand out in the eyes of many as the single greatest motorcycle racing circuit ever. Only the Dakar rally can compare. Much like the Bonneville Salt Flats, TT is a dream in the hearts of motorcyclists young and old alike.
October 2013's YouMotorcycle Woman of the Month is author Nicole Winters. Nicole wrote a book titled TT: Full Throttle. The book is written for young adults, although we admit to liking it ourselves. Happy, who is currently reviewing the book wrote "It's a light read and very easy to enjoy and relate to." Meanwhile, Adrian had the chance to meet Nicole at her book launch last week and we have a great Question and Answer session with her.
Suzuki Boulevard C50T Review
Suzuki's C50T is a midsize cruiser with light touring capabilities. The motorcycle is built on Suzuki's 800cc V-Twin powerplant that the japanese manufacturer has been spent the past two decades perfecting. We took a ride on the 2014 Suzuki Boulevard C50.
Read More »The Indians Are Coming – Emerging Motorcycle Industry Trends Q4 2013
Hero is an Indian motorcycle company. We're talking Bollywood Indian, not Burt Munro Indian. Here in North America, the average non-motorcyclist may not have heard of Hero. Hell, even the average motorcyclist may not have heard of Hero. In North America we think we know what big name motorcycle companies. In North America we think we know that big name motorcycle companies sell big bikes. In North America we think the Harley-Davidson brand is the be all and end all of motorcycle marketing and merchandise sales. In North America we think we know big. We don't.
Read More »5 Steps for Shopping for a Motorcycle Cargo Trailer
If you are a first-time buyer, a look at the hundreds of motorcycle trailer models on the market is likely to make your head spin. How large a model should you buy? What kind of construction makes for the best trailering experience? Is a trailer likely to catch the wind and slow you down? These are all valid questions. Here’s a quick rundown of the five most important points to keep in mind while looking through trailers for sale.
Read More »How to Clean a Motorcycle Helmet
As a supporter of both online and local motorcycle communities, online-only motorcycle websites make me cringe a little. “My dealer had it, but I bought it for $25 cheaper online.” ...
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Interview with Sierra Snow
Sierra Snow is a talented singer who just released a song called Ride or Die. It's a catchy, guitar-driven song about her time in a motorcycle club. We sat down with her talk about it.
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My Real #1 Online Dating Tip for Motorcyclists
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The Number of Women Motorcyclists Have Doubled
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Interview with Chris Gibbany
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Interview with Sarah Merrell
Motorcycle Adventures
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Exercises For Motorcycle Touring
How I prepare for cross-country motorcycle touring with exercises focused on the things motorcyclists need for long rides.
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Brockville to Montreal – Motorcycle Road Trip Day 3
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Exploring Brockville – Motorcycle Road Trip Day 2
Product Reviews
BMW F800GS / F700GS LED Headlight Upgrade
Can you trust a "no-name" LED headlight on your BMW GS? In this case, yes! Here's how I greatly improved my BMW GS' lighting and appearance!
Read More »Let’s Roll Motorcycle Dolly & Lift Review
The two-in-one Let's Roll motorcycle dolly & lift duo lets you jack up your motorcycle for service, and roll it away for storage with ease.
Read More »BMW F700GS / F800GS OEM Vs. Akrapovic Vs. MIVV Exhaust Pipes
A comparison of the original BMW F700GS / F800GS exhaust vs the Akrapovic and MIVV slip-on exhaust pipes to see which is best.
Read More »Unleashing the BMW F700GS / F800GS Roar: MIVV Slip-On Exhaust Installation and Review
Installation and review of the MIVV Exhaust for BMW F700GS and BMW F800GS motorcycles. Test ride/sound test with db-killer in & db-killer out!
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