Bob’s a lot of fun for a short-term affair
The sun began its descent to the West and turned the sky that beautiful orange glow as my love affair with Street Bob began to flourish — the 2014 Harley-Davidson Street Bob that is — and it was love at first ride.
Aprilia RSV4 – Racing style for the everyday rider
Designed for racers but built for riders The Aprilia RSV4 RR a thrill to ride. “That is the sexiest ride I have ever been on.” The first words uttered from my lips after three hours experiencing the 2016 Aprilia RSV4 RR. I knew it was going to be an exciting ride from...
Ducati uncovers SuperSport S during Press Day of Intermot in Cologne, Germany
UPDATE: Deliveries to Canada begin in April. MSRP for SuperSport $13,995 and for SuperSport S $15,495. Cologne (Germany), October 4, 2016 – Ducati took advantage of the special press-only day at INTERMOT 2016 to unveil the first of a series of new bikes for 2017. At...
Triumph Land Speed Record Broken at Bonneville
TT Legend Guy Martin pilots the Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner to 274.2 mph on the Bonneville Salt Flats ATLANTA (August 10, 2016) – The Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner has become the world’s fastest ever Triumph by achieving a speed of 274.2 mph at the Bonneville...
2016 Suzuki GSX-S 1000F brings new competition to the sport tour market
I was barely in the door after a long day when my phone began playing a symphony of text message alerts from a pilot friend who also happens to ride. “What are you doing? I saw some F18’s. We need to go look! Get the bike out and let’s go.” I am game for just about...
2015 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 – style and performance without sacrificing comfort
Whether you ride in town, go for a tour or out for a sport burn, the Ninja 1000 ABS delivers a comfortable experience What a perfect day! The weather was perfect. The road was perfect. The 2015 Ninja 1000 was perfect - and after 3 hours in the saddle nothing could...
Ducati 1299 Panigale S Anniversario debuts on Ducati Island at Laguna Seca
Cupertino, Calif. (July 8, 2016) – From July 8–10, Northern California motorcycle enthusiasts will have the opportunity to experience Ducati’s past, present and future during the World Superbike Championship races at Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway. The Italian brand will...
BMW Reveals 2017 F 700 GS, F800 GS and F800 GS Adventure
The new BMW F 700 GS, F 800 GS and F 800 GS Adventure – authentic characters featuring optimized functionality. For years the GS models of the F series have embodied carefree motorcycling pleasure and sporty dynamics on the road, combined with a high level of travel...
Women who ride Conga founder leaves legacy
By Marissa Baecker In all my adventures of riding, meeting this lady was a highlight. It is with a heavy heart that I learned of her passing but it is with a smile that I see her spirit has touched so many by all the online comments, gatherings, tributes and photos...
Sons of Anarchy’s Kim Coates – behind those blue eyes
By Marissa Baecker There isn't much about Kim Coates professional life that you can’t learn with the click of a button. Such is the life of a celebrity in today's technological world. However, when I got talking to Kim on the phone, I didn't hear a celebrity but...
Badass chat with Son’s of Anarchy’s Theo Rossi aka Juan Carlos ‘Juice’ Ortiz
If you’re a Sons of Anarchy fan, then you know who Theo Rossi is. If you are unfamiliar with his work, Rossi is the actor who played Juan Carlos ‘Juice’ Ortiz in the worldwide phenomenon biker series Sons of Anarchy – a character that endured a lifetime of emotional...
Sons of Anarchy’s Tig and Juice at Konquer Motorcycles in Kelowna, B.C.
Scenic peaks, valleys and vistas for 2015 Victory Rally
A new location for the annual Victory owner's rally has been chosen. Victory owners from across North America will descend (or is that ascend?) to Colorado Springs for the 2015 American Victory Rally held June 25-28, 2015. “For Victory owners, it’s all about the ride,...
Attention Gearheads – Handbuilt Motorcycle Show during Moto GP weekend in Austin, Texas
Now here is some clever marketing. MotoGP touches down at COTA in Austin, Texas in a mere couple of weeks drawing thousands of spectators and gear heads. Whether or not you are mechanically inclined, you have an opportunity to take in the artistry of bike building by...
Barcelona police department goes electric x30
Police departments around the globe are beginning to introduce electric motorcycles to their fleets. California has the Zero and across the pond in Spain, Barcelona just added 30 BMW C Series electric maxi-scooters to their force. The proud force stands outside...
Wheel with The Road Hammers and win a Triumph Thunderbird LT
By Marissa Baecker Riding through the back roads of Abbotsford, B.C. I passed an outdoor concert venue where I saw The Road Hammers in big block letters. My first thought, “They’re back together?” I knew that members of the band were big motorcycle enthusiasts. I...
Alpinestars Stella Sniper Air Flo offers purpose and style
Unprotected riders usually blame hot weather or the cost of good gear as the reason they ride unprotected. No more excuses! Alpinestars was ahead of its time when, in 2008, it designed the military inspired Stella Sniper Air Flo jacket for the urban sport riding...
2015 Victory Gunner offers cruising comfort, 1731cc power and sleek yet industrial style
By Brenda Knight The 2015 Victory Gunner 'bobber' immediately catches your attention. The titanium metallic with the two tone black tear drop style tank sweeping to the single seat and full rolled fender give this bike that stretched out look. The black frame, engine...
Ducati unveils the 2015 Scrambler at Intermot
How fun does this look! At the end of the opening day at Intermot in Koln, Germany, Ducati pulled the covers of the all new highly anticipated 803cc six speed - The Scrambler. Powered by an air-cooled, L-twin engine, the Scrambler is boasting 88mm bore and 66mm...
2014 Honda VFR800 – Road to rock n’roll
By Marissa Baecker MotorcyGal The Honda VFR has a long history of being a fan favourite. Since its debut as a V4 – 750cc, the VFR has garnered attention. So much so, that changing it was a risky venture for Honda. However, improvements like updated style, a 10 kg...