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Our Media contains our featured blogs, photos and videos. Our blog contains articles published in house by our team, as well as links to blogs by other top publishers in the industry. This is the place to be whether your reading our blog, our just looking for a quick link to the top news in the industry.
Are You Ready?- CMA CORNER April
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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
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
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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