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I began riding, according to my mom, at about age five. Some of my best memories as a kid involve motorcycles. My dad was a Honda guy and we had a variety of trail bikes including the iconic Honda Trail 90. I enjoyed motorcycles so much as kid my High School class ring had a dirt bike on it. But, like many men, I set it aside for family. Then in 2008 Debbie and I “graduated” from the Army after 25 years and as a gift to ourselves we bought a new Harley. A few years later the bike had 29,000 miles (plus we are on our second touring bike in addition to the first motorcycle)! Debbie had no real motorcycle experience before this and now she has her endorsement and a bike of her own. We have been to rallies (Daytona, Myrtle Beach, Mountain Fest), and places (Tail of the Dragon, Skyline Drive, Blue Ridge Parkway) and have had a great time getting there! We have entered our first bike in some bike shows and have done well. In retrospect I think that both of us wish we had gotten behind bars sooner. So, why a blog? Primarily I do this “blog stuff” because I like to document things. I have always enjoyed reading about what people do (I have a BA in History) and thought that I should do the same. While I never thought that this activity would go much beyond my immediate family, I have been pleasantly surprised by the attention the blog has received. It has resulted in thousands of views a month and a gig as a host on a weekly motorcycle internet radio show (The Dawg House).
2024-03-18 14:14
Motorcycle News – What you need to know… 2024 Moto Guzzi Experience USA Moto Guzzi has announced the 2024 Moto Guzzi Experience in the United States. The Moto Guzzi Experienc… Read More
Best Of 2023: Motorcycle Posters
2024-01-16 15:10
Every year I collect those motorcycle event posters, drawing and printed art that catch my eye or tickle my fancy (and no, I don’t know what part of my body contains the fancy ).&e… Read More
Best Of 2023: Motorcycle Tank Art
2024-01-11 15:56
The age of hardcore custom motorcycles may be passing.  It has become increasingly harder to find cool custom bikes.  Maybe I am looking in all the wrong spots, but it was not… Read More
9 Best Motorcycle Memes Of 2023
2024-01-08 14:25
It is that time of year again, IJustWant2Ride’s BEST OF SERIES!!  First up are the best memes of 2023.  There were a lot of great memes this year, but these are the memes… Read More
9 Tips For Riding A Motorcycle In Winter.
2023-12-06 20:33
Winter in the northern hemisphere is approaching fast, maybe faster then you can ride your motorcycle south, chasing the sun! On top of that there is great concern that the winter in the… Read More
Veterans Day 2023: A Look Back
2023-11-09 14:06
Motorcycles have been a part of the military from the start of the motorcycle era. Used to scout, carry dispatches and even as machine gun platforms, motorcycles have been a tool of war. T… Read More
40 New Roads To Ride Your Motorcycle
2023-10-05 16:43
A few years ago, I wrote about a website that the federal government did right. The Federal Highway Administration’s America’s Byways website is a good place to look for… Read More
Motorcycle Recall September 2023: Ducati
2023-09-28 12:59
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if… Read More
I Need New Motorcycle Armor!
2023-09-11 14:49
I have a favorite motorcycle jacket, a Harley Davidson “Switchback” that is now ten years old. When I put it on to ride Howard’s Twisted Tongue, I noticed the elbow arm… Read More
2023-08-08 23:39
We woke up early to an overcast and foggy morning, but you could tell that it would burn off quickly. Plus, the weather channel stated it was not going to rain anywhere on our entire route!… Read More
Motorcycle Recall July 2023: Yamaha Tenere
2023-07-28 13:01
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a mo… Read More
Motorcycle Recall June 2023: Ducati
2023-06-28 13:36
Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I could cover the entire world. But in the world of global manufacturing, if a mo… Read More
2023-06-15 12:46
Michelin and Continental are two brands of tires I have never used, so I don’t have an opinion on there products. But with an $80 rebate now might be a good time give Michelin a s… Read More
How To Be A Motorcycle Friendly Town
2023-06-13 15:08
There are a lot of great locations, around the globe, that pull a lot of motorcycles to a town.  But what makes a town motorcycle friendly? I am discounting rallies like Sturgis or Day… Read More
Motorcycle Recall: May 2023 – NONE!
2023-05-30 12:03
I think this is only the 2nd time we had an entire month without a recall!!! Be aware that this motorcycle recall list is for the United States for the last 30 days, there is no way I… Read More
Steal These Motorcycle Memes!
2023-05-09 20:19
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness month. It is important to get the word out to your non-riding friends and family! I don’t own any of these photos about motorcycle safety, but I h… Read More
Make Motorcycle Safety A Kids Game
2023-05-02 19:17
May is motorcycle safety awareness month…here is an idea to help spread awareness to the children. As we all know, all the safety gear we wear and all the safety tech on our mo… Read More
2023-04-21 14:01
Hitting Neutral – Harley Davidson Live Wire offers their second model. Starting in the US, this July, you will be able to buy the second electric motorcycle offered by Harley Da… Read More
April Is Motorcycle Helmet Safety Month
2023-04-10 14:59
Might take some work to remove the dog smell. With April being Motorcycle Helmet Safety Month, now is a good time to check your lid. Below is a simple checklist to make sure your helmet i… Read More
Best Of 2022: 9 Really Weird Motrcycles
2023-02-22 19:41
BEST WEIRD motorcycles of 2022! This year I started with a list of 26 really off the wall, weird and strange motorcycles. I had a hard time knocking them down to just the 9 best. I coul… Read More
Best Of 2022: Motorcycle Posters
2023-02-10 18:30
Maybe one way to judge if we are returning to something approaching normal is the number of motorcycle events around the world. I started with the over 20 motorcycle themed posters, man… Read More
Best Of 2022 … Motorcycle Tank Art
2023-01-25 16:32
This year I started with 15 wonderfully designed or painted motorcycle tanks, just pieces of art!  It was difficult to get down to the 9 best of 2022. These motorcycle tanks may… Read More
Best Of 2022: Motorcycle Memes
2023-01-04 20:56
2022 was an OK year for motorcycle memes. The internet though up a lot of recycled, older memes and a bunch of really dumb motorcycle themed memes. Yet, I found 12 decent and/or funny memes… Read More
2022-08-19 16:50
We have not been getting out on the motorcycle a lot, nowhere near what I want. Between work (new job) and life (covid, weddings, etc.) I am way behind on this year’s riding. … Read More
2022-07-12 20:09
I have ridden along many national parkways including the Natchez Trace (TN/MS), Great Lake Seaway Byway (NY), Blue Ridge Parkway (VA, NC) and, of course, the Skyline Drive Parkway (VA)… Read More
2022 International Female Ride Day
2022-04-27 13:44
On May 7th, 2022, women across the world will be riding their motorcycles for the 16th annual International Female Ride Day!  For 16 years the IFRD has “shined a spotlight on wome… Read More
Tips On Cleaning A Motorcycle Helmet.
2022-04-18 19:12
Your motorcycle helmet is your most important piece of equipment so keeping it clean is important.  Not just from an appearance perspective but as a method to ensure it is still in… Read More
2022-04-16 10:57
There are a lot of things you can do with old motorcycle helmets. Make planters or art with them for example. But one of the most important things you can do with those old motorcycl… Read More
9 Check For You Motorcycle Helmet
2022-04-12 12:14
April is Motorcycle Helmet Safety month so now is a good time to make sure your lid is in good shape.  You should, at least once a year, check your helmet to make sure it is in good… Read More
2022-03-22 17:45
We were able to sneak out for about 2-hour motorcycle ride this past weekend.  Still a lot going on in life/work, so I am just happy to get out on the motorcycle. Motorcycling a… Read More
Best Motorcycle Posters For 2021
2022-02-04 20:49
WOW 2021 was just as bad as 2020 in regards for content for best motorcycle poster, but it was close. I gather my candidates from the social media cesspool, looking all year for the int… Read More
9 Weird Motorcycles For 2021… BEST OF
2022-02-01 12:44
BEST WEIRD motorcycles of 2021! This year I started with a list of 22 really off the wall strange motorcycles. Was not too hard to work it down the best 9. Just a quick note, these… Read More

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