Reviews, Tips and Beginner Guides for New Motorcycle Riders

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How to Survive with no Car and Only a Motorcycle

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How difficult will life be if I get rid of my car and only have a motorcycle?

That is a question that I remember asking about 4 years ago after I bought my first motorcycle, a 2002 Suzuki GS500. At the time I had a 1989 Chevy Suburban as my secondary vehicle, but I rarely took it out because of the stress of driving such a large (and gas hungry) car. Eventually the suburban broke down and I sold it thus starting my foray into living without a four wheeled cage. Sure, things might be a little tough, but it can't be THAT hard to get around with only a motorcycle right? Here is what I have learned being car-less for the last few years.

SHIFT Racing Womens Empire Glove Review

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SHIFT is well known for producing great gloves, jackets and suits for racing or the street. What about all those women that want to rev their engines high and lean into the curves? SHIFT has got you covered with their great line of gear designed specifically for women. If you are a girl with motor oil running through her veins then read on to see how the SHIFT Empire glove holds up!

Motorcycle Hand Signals

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Motorcyclists often have to communicate with other people on the road much more often than people who drive cars. Whether it is warning other riders of potential hazards coming up or telling a car that is getting too close to you to back off. These are the basic hand signals every rider should know.

SHIFT Racing Womens Viper Leather Jacket

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This review was written by Jen of Juror2.com - Exceptionally Curious T-Shirts. If you like to see funny stick figures in compromising situations then go to her website an d buy some shirts! Ahhh spring!

The time of year to sit back and reflect on how it’s time to upgrade your gear before the summer riding season revs up. I had a jacket, tried and true, but the logos were peeling and I’ll be the first to admit it made me look like a marshmallow. So it’s not hard to see how glancing at the new Shift Viper might be construed as love at first sight.

Four Ways to Save Money by Riding a Motorcycle

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In these tough economic times people are trying to find any way possible to save money. If you do it properly, riding a motorcycle can save you a ton of cash while at the same time being a really fun way to commute. We all know riding a motorbike is a lot cooler than clipping coupons!

Shoei X-Eleven Helmet Review

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This is a review that has been a long time coming. I finally got the opportunity to test out Shoei's top of the line helmet: The X-Eleven. Are all the features worth the sticker price? Read on to find out!

Shift Racing Havoc Pants Review

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For years Shift has been making motorcycle gear that is not only safe, but also fashionable on or off the bike. Their Hybrid Havoc pants are the perfect example of something that provides a high degree of safety with a look that won’t leave you embarrassed walking into the grocery store.

Dainese Drake Air Textile Pants Review

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I love trying out new gear and this is the first time I have gotten the opportunity to test the Italian gear maker Dainese. I’ve heard nothing but good things about them and I was stoked to get a pair of the Dainese Drake pants to review.

Shift Racing Bullet Glove Review

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It's pretty rare that I get a piece of equipment that I get the opportunity to crash test, mainly because I try and avoid crashes whenever possible! Unfortunately in early December 2008 I had a 30mph get-off on the freeway. I was fully geared up at the time, and one of the most crucial pieces of gear I was wearing that day was the Shift Bullet Gloves.

Shoei TZ-R Helmet Review

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My first helmet was the Shoei TZ-R, which I ironically have not reviewed on this website until now. I'm not quite sure why, it's been a great helmet and the standard by which I measure other helmets that I test out. What spurned this review is that I had to retire my faithful friend recently that I have spent thousands of hours with, perhaps even tens of thousands. The TZ-R was my helmet for 3 solid years and it has since given its 'life' to protect my noggin. A couple weeks ago I was in a motorcycle accident, and that TZ-R saved my face and my brain, so I figured the LEAST I could do is give it a proper review/burial. Read on to hear my thoughts!