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Tips for Insuring Your Vintage Motorcycle

Published on 2012-04-21 20:19:00

Tips for Insuring Your Vintage Motorcycle Image Source: Vintage Motorcycles Online Motorcycles are expensive and motorcycle insurance is a primary reason why. This is especially true when it comes to vintage bikes. Insurance rates for motorcycles are naturally high. A classic bike exacerbates the issue because of the high value of the bike and the increased theft rates. For those considering a vintage bike, here are a series of tips that will help you limit the cost of insurance. • I [..]

Five Reasons to Commute by Motorcycle

Published on 2012-04-19 20:23:00

Five Reasons to Commute by Motorcycle A Guest Post by Chris White While commuting to and from work by car and motorcycle both have their advantages, sometimes one is just more effective than the other depending on the circumstances, such as the weather, road conditions, and the number of you travelling – you’re not going to go on a family shopping trip on your CBR600 now are you? But without a doubt, travelling by motorbike is much more fun and far less frustrating! Getting out on the [..]

Midlife Motorcycle Madness Posters & T-Shirts

Published on 2012-04-03 20:21:00

Midlife Motorcycle Madness Posters & T-Shirts Now Available Ride on, Torch

Liberty Sport Biker Sunglasses

Published on 2012-03-22 20:51:00

Liberty Sport Biker Sunglasses Review Marci over at Liberty Sport sent me over a pair of BikerSunglasses to ride with and evaluate. When the package arrived I opened it up and inspected everything and it was quite a package. Included were a pair Bikers Sunglasses, a Liberty Sport Eyeglass Case for the glasses, a Liberty Sport Strap, a F8 Cleaning cloth, a pair of MagTraxion™ Magnetic Dry Eye Eyecups with a storage pouch, and of course, instructions. All these items made this a complete pack [..]

PAUL TEUTUL, JR. IN DAYTONA BEACH ON MARCH 17

Published on 2012-03-06 19:55:00

PAUL TEUTUL, JR., OF THE DISCOVERY CHANNEL’S HIT SERIES AMERICAN CHOPPER: SENIOR VS. JUNIOR, WILL HOST A HIGHLY ANTICIPATED REVEAL IN DAYTONA BEACH ON MARCH 17 AT PROGRESSIVE INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS -- American Chopper Cast Will Be Onsite to Sign Autographs Throughout the Show -- DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 29, 2012) – The Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® is excited to announce that Paul Teutul, Jr., and the cast of the wid [..]

Advertise on Bikers Expressway

Published on 2012-02-26 12:25:00

Dear Advertiser, I am writing to inform you of a new motorcycle specific website to advertise on, Bikers Expressway. Bikers Expressway just recently launched in January of 2012. It is geared to motorcyclists, bikers and scooterists of all types. Bikers Expressway is a motorcycle product advertising service where we personally search the web for the best deals on motorcycle products of all types. We then post those for the biker community to view and direct them where to purchase. We are curre [..]

My Leathers - A Bikers Poem

Published on 2012-02-12 21:51:00

My Leathers My leathers have been with me since I started motorcycling, I tend to wear them whenever I’m riding. They are faded from the elements, stretched and saggy from use, but they still keep me from taking abuse. My leathers bare the scars, scrapes and abrasions from a few slips and some spills, and my leathers still keep me warm from those morning chills. Despite them being my body guard we have become old friends, going on long rides together taking on hills, valleys [..]

"Bikers Got Culture!"

Published on 2012-02-07 20:51:00

Here is a little PR for a fellow biker, Wild Bill: Announcing the pre-release of "Bikers Got Culture!" "Poetry for the discerning biker!" Though a serious poet "Wild Bill" Rogers takes the reader into the humorous side of a lifestyle that is as unique to America as the cowboy and a culture that is largely misunderstood. Bikers Got Culture! contains over fifty poems and limericks of humor, wit, and a touch of the unnatural. The author speaks of a Biker Culture encompassing all wal [..]

Zest Fest 2012

Published on 2012-01-29 15:08:00

Zest Fest 2012 If you like spicy / hot food you have to attend a Zest Fest. Just got back from Zest Fest 2012. Believe me when I tell you there was more than enough hot things to sample. Here are some photos: There is Joshua, my youngest, on the left in the red sweat jacket. His head is turned, no doubt, so you cannot see him snickering after coning me into sampling something excruciatingly hot. Dreadlocks & painted faces at the Zach's Zombie Sauce table. They ha [..]

Bates Boots Revisited

Published on 2012-01-21 20:09:00

Bates Boots Revisited I wrote a review in June of "09 of Bates E02264 5" Defender Tactical Boots. Well they have served me well for quite some time and as many miles at work, and for riding. I finally wore the tread just about clean off of them. They are a little worse for wear but the zippers and everything have held up just fine. So fine, in fact, that I went out looking for a new pair. Here are some photos of the worn out boots: I could not fine the same model at the local [..]

Bikers Expressway is Live

Published on 2011-12-28 11:32:00

Bikers Expressway "The hottest motorcycle deals on the information highway" Bikers Expressway is your one-stop source for the latest deals on gear, clothing, equipment, and accessories from hundreds of leading motorcycle retailers. Whether you ride a sport bike, cruiser, adventure, touring, sport touring, dual sport, scooter or trike, we give you the answers you need to make informed shopping decisions. We sort through hundreds of sales and promotions and publish the best of them for our [..]

Interesting Photos from the Progressive International Dallas Motorcycle Show 2011

Published on 2011-12-16 20:33:00

Thought that would get your attention! More Interesting Photos from the Progressive International Dallas Motorcycle Show 2011 (Click to enlarge) AMA American Superbike champion Josh Hayes YZF-R1 Jorge Lorenzo's MotoGP Bike Familiar Faces?? The Harley Davidson Living Room Suite Recognize this man? Cool Stuff at the S [..]

Smage Bros Stunt Show @ Dallas International Motorcycle Show

Published on 2011-12-15 21:38:00

Smage Bros Stunt Show @ Dallas Progressive International Motorcycle Show Dec 2011 Doing all kinds of crazy stunts. Click to enlarge! Ride on, Torch

Vintage Bikes at The International Motorcycle Show

Published on 2011-12-11 18:21:00

Vintage Bikes at The Progressive International Motorcycle Show Dallas TX (Click to photo to enlarge) Ride on, Torch

New Bikes at the International Motorcycle Show

Published on 2011-12-08 19:41:00

New Bikes at the Progressive International Motorcycle Show Dallas Texas (Remember to click on image for larger view) See the QR Code Above! Ride on, Torch

Custom Bikes of the International Motorcycle Show Dallas TX

Published on 2011-12-06 12:00:00

My second post about the Progressive International Motorcycle Show Dallas Tx 12-3-2011 Here are some of the custom build off bikes: Videos Photos Click to Enlarge More to come... Ride on, Torch

Published on 2011-07-02 13:27:00

Today we have a guest author, Kyle Espinola, posting about a young website, Find The Best. Hello MMM Readers- FindTheBest.com I don't need to tell you that buying a new bike is both an exciting and daunting task. A bike is a reflection of it

RevZilla's Gear Givaway

Published on 2011-06-26 12:33:00

Here is another Gear Giveaway you can enter to win:https://www.revzilla.com/june11-contestThey are having this contest for June and for July. Ride on,Torch

CycleTrader.com Announces Custom Chopper Giveaway

Published on 2011-06-11 09:43:00

CycleTrader.com Announces Custom Chopper Giveaway The nation’s leading powersports marketplace celebrates the launch of its free Place an Ad service with inaugural social media contest Norfolk, VA – June 10, 2011 – CycleTrader.com, a division

Midlife Motorcycle Madness $25.00 J&P Cycles Gift Card Contest

Published on 2011-05-31 18:00:00

Midlife Motorcycle Madness has teamed up with J&P Cycles to bring it's readers a $25.00 Gift Card Contest. Caption this photo and get a chance to win a $25.00 Gift Card from J&P Cycles: Contest time frame: June 1-8, 2011 Prizes: J&

MeanStreet Riders

Published on 2011-05-22 11:11:00

You have probably already read several motorcycle blogs talking about the MeanStreet Riders. Yes, there is a new band two wheelin’ onto the music scene and their making sparks and soon to be rising up the charts. The MeanStreet Riders, whose member

Back in the Saddle Again !

Published on 2011-05-21 17:15:00

Finished Getting Mistress put back together enough to ride today! It's been waaaay too long. Took her down to Bikers Bay in Bedford to get her Texas State Inspection back up to date, it was several months out. Inspection complete I took her for

Working on Mistress, My Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic

Published on 2011-04-30 22:35:00

Made some progress today fixing Mistress, my 2003 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic. Ordered a new Light bar kit to get the hollow bolt to remount the left side driving lamp. Remounted the windscreen, tightened the handle bars & reinstalled the clock

Fast Cages / NASCAR

Published on 2011-04-16 08:03:00

Videos & Photos From My First NASCAR ExperienceTaken on my HTC EVO Parking at Texas Motor Speedway It was a very windy Saturday For a moment I thought I was at a People of Wal-Mart Convention. It is larger than it looks just driving by on th

Donate Your Scrap Bike to Charity in the UK

Published on 2011-03-26 10:40:00

I was contacted by the nice folks at Giveacar in the UK and asked if I would spread the word that you can now donate your scrap bike and the funds will go to good charities. Here is the blurb from there website:At Giveacar we’re not just

2011 MotoGP Season Starting!

Published on 2011-03-19 09:02:00

Yes, 2011 MotoGP Season Starting! Yes, the 2011 MotoGP Racing season is underway at the Losail Circuit in Qatar and MotoGP needs more fans. The first race will be on the Speed Channel Sunday March 20, 2011, so check your local listings for times an

New Online Ducati Hangout!

Published on 2011-02-19 18:29:00

A new Ducati Forum has opened up and I was asked to share this with my readers so here is a copy of the press release: Desmodrome launches the FIRST SOCIAL NETWORK for Ducati enthusiasts By Desmodrome Dated: Feb 17, 2011 A new social media destina

Two Wheeled Riding Withdrawals

Published on 2011-02-13 21:14:00

Two Wheeled Riding Withdrawals Anyone who has been addicted for any length of time to riding on two wheels, specifically motorcycles, and has been denied access to that mount, may come down with Midlife Motorcycle Madness. (Click the link to go to th

Two Wheeled Tweets

Published on 2011-01-15 20:38:00

Motorcycle Twitter Lists Two wheeled riders are on all social media now. Here is a list of two wheeled folk & related peeps on Twitter. Now Get Connected! Torch: http://twitter.com/Torch762 Bikers & Motorcyclists http://twitter.com/Torch7

The Carnage to Mistress

Published on 2010-12-11 08:18:00

Here are some photos of the damage to Mistress, my 2003 V-Star 1100 Classic, after we went down. I've already started putting her back together. I've got the handlebars back on. This weekend I plan on removing the windscreen to straighten out the lef

Happy Thanksgiving 2010 !

Published on 2010-11-25 07:16:00

Everyone have a safe & happy Turkey Day!Ride on,Torch

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 7

Published on 2010-11-20 17:00:00

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 7Ducati And now presenting the 2011 Ducati Diavel I'll take the Diavel Carbon, Thank You!!! This is the last post in this series. Ride on,Torch

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 6

Published on 2010-11-19 17:00:00

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 6 Ben Spies Monster Tech3 MotoGP Bike Can you tell I'm a fan of Fellow Texan Ben Spies? One of his race bikes was on display so I got several photos for you MotoGP fans out there.

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 5

Published on 2010-11-18 17:00:00

Jake setting on a Can Am Spyder International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 5Misc. Photos Above- Suzuki display showing how much things weigh Suzuki State Trooper Edition! The Women section was larger and organized better this year. Migh

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 4

Published on 2010-11-17 17:00:00

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 4The Custom Bikes! Feast your eyes on these babies. Click on photo for larger view. Ride on,Torch

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 3

Published on 2010-11-16 18:48:00

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 3The Vintage Bikes That should be enough to whet your appetite and make you want to go to the show when it is near you.Ride on,Torch

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 2

Published on 2010-11-15 22:25:00

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 2Jason Britton's No Limit Motorsports Jason Britton & Eric Hoenshell put on a great show! Forgive my cheapo camera and poor photography. Click photo to enlarge. Jason Gearing up

International Motorcycle Show Dallas 2010 Part 1

Published on 2010-11-14 16:49:00

International Motorcycle Show Dallas Texas 2010 Yep, it was that time of year again, the Start of the International Motorcycle Show in North America. It kicked off this weekend in Dallas Texas. I went last year with my wife and youngest son and this