Tag: motorcycles tires and women

Breaking Motorcycle Myths, Part #1

Motorcycle Myths to Leave in the Dust: Whether you’re new to motorcycles or have been riding for years, we’ve all heard our fair share of motorcycle myths. Don’t take someone’s word for it – always do your research. These are some of the most common myths that if taken too seriously, can spell danger on […]

BTRubbertire: Learn How To Ride Knee Down

Long before tires had the grip available today, a rider whose knee touched the ground was milliseconds away from crashing. But over the decades, as technology developed in both motorcycles and tires, it became possible for a good rider to lean over so far that a knee touched the ground. In basic scientific terms, knee-down […]

BTRubbertire: Know the Basics of Motorcycle Safety Gear!

Buying gear can be overwhelming: dealerships and online superstores are full of expensive products promising to combine style with protection, but what do we really need? Find out where it’s safe to be frugal – and where pinching pennies will cost you more in the long run. One of the major benefits to riding motorcycles […]

The Driving Change: Why More Women are Riding Motorcycles Today?

Whether it’s for freedom, adventure, spiritual experience, confidence, independence, or community, women are taking to motorcycles with an increased voracity. _______________________________ Nine years ago, Debra Teplitz, 44, decided to silence the voice in her head that said, “Nice Jewish girls from the North Shore of Chicago don’t ride motorcycles.” Like so many women who are […]