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My 2013 Motorcycle VS Gas Prices Battle

Ken Hayes — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:28:28 +0000

I've owned a motorcycle now for 10 years. In the last few years with the gas prices soaring I've told myself every spring that I'm going to ride to work no matter what to save money on gas. My truck gets 13 mpg in town, my bike gets 55+ mpg. It's a no brainer, taking the bike. Eventually, every year I get lazy and instead of taking the time to put on rain gear or warmer clothing, I hop in the truck. NOT THIS YEAR. Here's my challenge:

Stay Safe and Keep Your Right to Ride Your Cycle, Don't Drink and Drive, Call Motorcycle Dial A Ride

Cathy Kates — Tue, 07 May 2013 11:45:51 +0000

I was enjoying a beverage in a local bar this past weekend and noticed that the coaster my drink was sitting on was a dial-a-ride for motorcyclists. It’s funded by Minnesota Motorcyclists and has a twist to just a ride home if you’re too drunk to drive, they’ll also trailer your cycle! Just a bit [...]

Motorcyclist in Critical Condition After Driving Into Gully Near Barker's Island

Ken Hayes — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 17:30:26 +0000

A motorcyclist drove into a gulley last night created by the June flood near Barker’s Island. At 8:39 pm, a witness saw the motorcyclist drive slowly through the baracades and over the edge of the road on Marina Drive. The witness found the man unresponsive lying in shallow water. Authorities say he is a 75 [...]

Look Twice Save A Life: May Is Motorcycle Awareness Month

Ken Hayes — Thu, 03 May 2012 15:25:33 +0000

More and more bikes are hitting the road as the spring weather continues to warm up. That’s why May Is “Motorcycle Awareness Month”, and the NHTSA has provided tips for both motorists and motorcyclists to stay safe and share the road.Here’s what the National Highway Traffic and Safety Adminstration provides for tips on safety for [...]

With Early Motorcycle Season Here, Let's Refresh Safety Tips [VIDEO]

Ken Hayes — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 17:36:31 +0000

Every time I get on my bike I always realize that what I am about to do can be dangerous. So far it's worth the risk, as it is something that I enjoy very much.

I stumbled on this video today that basically gives you safety tips and tells you what not to do. The crashes are nasty, and definitely a good motivational tool for you to do some of the following things:

1. Wear A Helmet - If you don't, you're stupid.

How To Easily Winterize Your Motorcycle

Ken Hayes — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:20:57 +0000

(Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

It's almost that time of year where it's time to put our motorcycles away. A lot of people I know make this a pretty complicated thing. Some of them spend hundreds of dollars paying people to winterize their bikes. Let's not over complicate things, here's an easy way to winterize your bike in no time.

Stunt Performance At Bike Night

Ken Hayes — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:35:15 +0000

Last night at the Powerhouse Bar Bike Night with B105, Whisper Performance did some pretty amazing bike stunts.

Man Blames Motorcycle Crash on Boogeyman

B105 Staff — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 17:40:17 +0000

Hey, these are tough times, so even the boogeyman, long known for his work scaring little kids, has had to take a second job.

A Florida man who crashed his motorcycle and is accused of being drunk at the time told police the boogeyman was responsible for the crash.

A Different View Of Motorcycle Safety

Ken Hayes — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:26:36 +0000

We all see the bumper stickers that say “Start Seeing Motorcycles,” or the billboards from A.B.A.T.E. that caution motorists to share the road with motorcycles. I’ve been big on motorcycle safety awareness because I have had cars pull out in front of me or merge in my lane without seeing me (or maybe not caring) [...]

Cathy Kates Got In An Easter Motorcycle Ride

Cathy Kates — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 13:20:54 +0000

It’s the first year EVER, that we’ve been able to get out on the motorcycle on Easter! With the warmer weather we’re seeing more and more bikes on the road. Please remember to be watchful of them and don’t follow too close. We’ve had to make quick stops because of animals running across the road [...]