Are You Ready?- CMA CORNER April

April 17, 2025

April is here and, if you’re like me, we have spent a great deal of time thinking about the coming season! Are you ready? In the winter months we spend a lot of time resting and doing the things we don’t usually take the time for during riding season, so we do things that prepare…

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A Passion for Motorsports and Photography

April 14, 2025

Reasons to Ride is proud to work with photographers such as Stephen Tripp One of the most important components of a magazine, a website, or even social media is the photography and imagery of the pages or sites.  Visual images allow us to connect and experience – or re-experience in some cases – events, destinations,…

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Group Riding, MSTA Sport-Touring Style 2025

April 12, 2025

Part Three: Norm Goes on a Social Group Ride In previous articles we discussed the Sport Touring riding style- riding a fun, challenging road, at a brisk pace, getting in the “zone” of total concentration on a capable motorcycle, often with a small group of like-minded friends. Most other riders do what I call Social…

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Your Spring Pre-Flight Inspection

April 11, 2025

If there’s an issue, it’s better to discover it in your garage than on the road! 1. Start with a Thorough Inspection Before you even start the engine, take a good look at your bike.  Inspect the frame for any cracks or signs of damage. Straddle the motorcycle and bounce a few times to make…

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FLAT TRACK RACING

February 25, 2025

Flat Track is the oldest form of motorcycle racing, ranging from 1/10th of a mile ovals to mile long ovals with speeds up to 135 mph on dirt. The tracks vary in consistency with multiple forms of material on the surface from clay based to crushed limestone. The technique of riding these tracks also changes…

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Reasons to Ride partners with RPM Promotions!

February 4, 2025

MORE RACING! Reasons to Ride partners with RPM Promotions! Reasons to Ride, LLC (RtR) is proud to announce a partnership with RPM Promotions, LLC – the premier regional flat track racing promoter in the country.   Flat track racing is America’s original motorsport and offers an exciting racing experience to both the racers on the…

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Reasons To Ride – February Volume 15 Issue 2

February 4, 2025

The February 2025 edition of Reasons to Ride is here, packed with content to fuel your passion for motorcycles all month long. From scenic Valentine’s Day rides to cold-weather tips and upcoming events, this issue will keep you inspired and ready for adventure as you prepare for the spring riding season ahead. What’s Inside This…

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CMA Corner Jan 2025

January 9, 2025

In the year 2025… Yes, I know it’s 2525 in the song, but you know how it is when you get a song in your head! How are you all doing? Did you have a great holiday? Did you maintain while gathering with the fam? It’s hard to do sometimes, but I must tell you,…

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Reasons To Ride – Volume 15 Issue 1

January 8, 2025

Welcome to the January edition of Reasons to Ride! This issue is packed with everything you need to jumpstart your riding adventures for the new year. Whether you’re planning your next big trip, looking for the latest motorcycle gear, or exploring upcoming events, this issue has you covered. What’s Inside This Month’s Issue? Why Read…

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Beginning a New Adventure – Sport Touring Corner

December 10, 2024

Beginning a New Adventure  Sport Touring Corner By Norm Kern In 2020 I was feeling the need to downsize from my beloved Yamaha 1300 FJR sport touring bike. As I get older and lose body strength, I wanted to transition to a lighter bike. I bought a Suzuki 650 V Strom XT, my first Adventure…

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Reasons To Ride Blogs ///

Reasons to Ride is your one stop for all reasons to ride, from flat track racing to articles from industry leaders. Enjoy blogs from Reasons To Ride Contributors!

ARSENAL BIKE SHOW

Arsenal Harley-Davidson, Waterford Michigan – Saturday, August 26th This show, presented by Michigan Biker Law, welcomes all makes and models and features over 40 trophies – including the chance for a BEST IN SHOW Championship Series Belt! Click here to register: https://reasonstoride.com/event/arsenal-harley-davidson-custom-vintage-bike-show/

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BIKES ON THE BRICKS

Bikes on the Bricks Motorcycle Rally, Downtown Flint Michigan – Sunday, September 10th Reasons To Ride is proud to join this unique rally that draws riders from across the Midwest and Canada to the brick streets of downtown Flint.  While well known for the Police Motorcycle Skills Challenge – that draws riders internationally, the rally also features a diverse bike…

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REBEL ROAD!  NEW SHOW!

Downtown Muskegon – Saturday, July 22nd Reasons To Ride: Michigan is proud to bring the 2023 CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES to MICHIGAN’S BIGGEST BIKER BASH – REBEL ROAD 2023! This awesome rally in Downtown Muskegon, Michigan is sponsored in part by our friends at MICHIGAN BIKER LAW and MILLER LITE and benefits the Child Abuse Council of Muskegon County. Click…

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STARS, STRIPES AND BIKES!  NEW SHOW!

Town & Country Sports Center, Cement City, Michigan – Saturday, June 24th A NEW STOP on the Series Schedule – we are joining our friends from Foundation 14 for their annual MOTORCYCLE PRESENTATION and kicking things up with a BIKE SHOW at Town & Country.  T&C already has a great collection of motorcycles to view everyday at their dealership museum,…

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RAY C’S RODEO DAY  NEW SHOW!

Ray C’s Harley-Davidson, Lapeer Michigan – Saturday, June 17th For the 17th Edition of Ray C’s RODEO DAY, Reasons To Ride will be coming to town and adding the CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES to the day’s excitement.  Joined by Michigan Biker Law, we will be showcasing the best bikes in the region including extra OFF-ROAD CLASSES!  We will also have…

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OHIO BIKE WEEK BIKE SHOW

Reasons To Ride is pleased to announce that we will once again be hosting the OFFICIAL OHIO BIKE WEEK BIKE SHOW in downtown Sandusky on Saturday, June 3rd – right on the WATER!  This will be an informal, Ride-In, Bike Show following the RTR Championship Bike Show Series Rules and Procedures.  Ohio Bike Week is the Midwest’s LARGEST MOTORCYCLE EVENT…

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WILD TURKEY BIKE SHOW

Wild Turkey Festival, McArthur Ohio May 4-7, 2023 Reasons To Ride will once again be kicking off the BIKE SHOW SERIES in the rolling hills of Southern Ohio – with the 38th Annual Vinton County Wild Turkey Festival.   This is some of the best riding in the Midwest – essentially an asphalt roller coaster – and in the midst of…

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The Wild Turkey Festival & Bike Show

The Bikers Return to Vinton County, May 4th-7th! Once again, Reasons To Ride will be kicking off our Championship Bike Show Series and really the riding season with the Wild Turkey Festival in Vinton County.  For over 35 years, the Festival has been held at the intersection of US Route 50 and State Route 93 in downtown McCarthur.  We came…

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RtR: FIREARMS REPORT

2 Basic Steps, 2 Many 2A Folks Forget – STEP 1: STORING YOUR FIREARM By B. Gil Horman, NRA Contributor So you want to embrace your 2A rights and prepare yourself for what might be a hostile world at times – and you’ve decided to purchase a gun.  For many that might be the next step – and for some…

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RIDING TIPS

As we head into the riding season, I just wanted to share some suggestions from your friendly local motorcycle safety instructor:  Most of all you need to remember to have fun and enjoy the ride. This is the reason you bought the bike in the first place right? Marybeth Sullivan Reasons to Ride Contributing Writer Motorcycle Ohio Rider Coach

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