In the Empire State of the South, or Georgia as we better know it, Helmet laws are relatively not as relaxed as in some other states. The state of Georgia did at one point have a universal helmet law (in the 1960s), it no longer does. Take, for example, the helmet laws in Texas–they are more …
We love our motorcycles and the way of life they afford us. Here in Texas, we have some of the largest numbers of motorcycle operators. In 2021 there were near ~450 thousand active motorcycle registrations in Texas. But did you know that motorcycles are the most dangerous way to travel in America, with an annual average …
Motorcycle tires come with several numbers and letters, and symbols on their sidewalls. For a first timer, they can seem both cryptic and overwhelming. I know this because that’s how I felt! But with a bit of research and education, I was able to get on top of things, which has served me quite well …
If you have been around the motorcycle scene for a while, especially in a motorcycle club, you surely have heard of patches and MC clubs. One such patch that gets much attention is the diamond-shaped one with the number 13. Usually worn as part of the colors between the top and bottom rocker. There have been …
At a red light stop, have you ever seen a beautiful motorcycle with a rider in full gear, hunched over the handlebar because the motorcycle required a committed position? Were you surprised at how quickly the motorcycle took off at high speed and disappeared when the light turned green? If you have, then you’ve just …
Modern bikes with Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) all need a battery to crank the motorcycle on and supply current for the bike’s electrical system. In fact, without a battery to power the electrical systems of your motorcycle, such as the headlight and indicators, it isn’t considered street legal. Most modern motorcycles with internal combustion engines …
Every time I go out on the roads to ride, I pray. My prayer is always the same: “Dear Lord keep me safe and others from me!” I know many bikers who pray or focus their attention on God, a higher being, super energy to ask for protection before they ride. However, a crop of …
Ruff Ryders organization was started by “Waah” Dean and his siblings Dee Dean and Chivon Dean in 1988 mainly as the U.S. Ruff Ryders entertainment. “Waah” was primarily responsible for putting together the idea and was the driving force behind the organization. “Waah”, at the time, had just finished serving a prison sentence for armed …
It’s almost certain you have heard a pop or bang (usually loud) from a motorcycle while its engine was running, and you were caught off guard by it. While it can be loud and scary (if it catches you off guard) — you might wonder what causes it and what it means for the motorcycle. …
If you’re in the market for a new motorcycle and have bad credit, don’t worry – you’re not alone. A large number of motorcycle owners have less-than-perfect credit scores. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t get a loan to buy your dream bike. There are several ways to finance a motorcycle loan with bad credit, …