A few weeks ago, I found myself standing at the edge of Oregon Raceway Park. I had never ridden this track before. It’s 2.3 miles of elevation changes, blind corners, and zero margin for error. To make things even more interesting, we were running the course backwards. I decided to do something different. Instead of just trying to learn the ...

Last month, I shared a video on how to blip your downshifts for smoother corner entries. But the biggest question I got in the comments was: “Dave, how do you upshift without the clutch?” Challenge accepted. You don’t need a fancy quickshifter or electronics to shift like a pro. In fact, I’m about to show you a technique that’s so ...

Middleweight motorcycles often get dismissed as boring, but Honda’s CB750 Hornet proves otherwise. This bike combines usability, character, and performance in a way that makes it one of the most compelling real-world motorcycles of the year. First Impressions The CB750 Hornet is clean, compact, and practical. It’s not flashy, but it’s well-executed. With a compact tank, wide bars, and a ...

When Honda blends Fireblade DNA into a street bike and points it toward twisty roads, you get the CB1000 Hornet SP. This bike delivers punch, precision, and a grin-inducing ride, all for under $11,000, making it one of 2025’s most anticipated naked bikes. Design & Aesthetics The Hornet SP doesn’t hide its intent. With a chiseled fuel tank, sharp tail, ...

Most riders are taught to finish all their braking before entering a corner. But what if that common advice is actually putting you at greater risk of a crash? The reality is that abruptly letting go of the front brake just before leaning in can unload the front tire, reducing grip right when you need it most. Hope is not ...

Most riders spend hundreds or even thousands paying dealerships for simple maintenance tasks that you can easily handle at home. All you need is the right tool kit, a bit of patience, and the confidence to take things apart and put them back together. Here are five essential maintenance tasks you can do yourself, plus two you might want to ...