Riding in the wind can be absolutely terrifying. Gusts can shove you across the lane—or worse, toward oncoming traffic or off the road entirely. Your first instinct might be to grab the bars tightly and fight the wind, but that actually makes things worse. The good news? There’s a better way. 1. Stop Gripping the Handlebars So Tightly When the wind hits you, you are ...

Some things feel right on a motorcycle… until they get you in trouble. The truth is, a lot of common riding habits are actually dangerous motorcycle habits that seem harmless—sometimes even safe—until they compromise your grip, control, or cornering ability when it matters most. Here are three habits you need to stop doing now—and what to replace them with. 1. Tipping In Too ...

Let’s talk about crashing—or better yet, how not to crash. Because honestly, it’s the last thing any rider wants. Crashes are expensive, painful, and often life-changing. But rather than pointing fingers at crash videos or blaming poor conditions, let’s focus on why riders crash and how you can stay safe by avoiding the common traps that lead to wrecks. 1. Loss or Lack ...

When I first threw a leg over a motorcycle, I had no idea how much my time in the U.S. Army would shape the way I ride—and survive—on two wheels. But over the years, I began to see the connection between military training and smart, strategic motorcycling. What I learned in uniform didn’t just make me a better soldier—it made ...

Instincts are powerful. They’ve kept humans alive for thousands of years. But when it comes to motorcycling, some of those gut reactions can actually work against us. Until about 120 years ago, humans had never traveled faster than a horse could run—and even then, the horse was in control. Today, motorcycles have dozens of horsepower and can hit triple-digit speeds. ...

When I first learned to ride, the focus was all wrong — and it set my riding development back for years. Today, I want to share a simple but powerful concept that, once you understand it, will change everything about how you think about cornering on a motorcycle. Most riders are taught to focus on finding a “suitable entrance speed,” ...