Places 2 Ride Blog

Red Hills Track & Trails

2009-06-30T09:41:00.000-05:00

This new place to ride was added to our database anonymously. Type of Ride: OffRoadAnthony Red Hills Track & Trails offers over 60 acres of off road riding. There is a one mile motocross track, creek, hills, and some trees. The facility is new and is a work in progress but it's a fun, family friendly place to ride.View more details and all the newest places to ride.Add your favorite motorcycle

Harley-Davidson Reaches Out

2009-06-25T15:20:00.001-05:00

In these troubled times even women and minorities are on the Motor Company's radar.Harley-Davidson's recent marketing efforts were the subject of an article in the latest issue of Chief Marketer magazine. Yeah, yeah... I can hear the yawns all the way from here. Most people think marketing is about as fascinating as outdated road maps. I just happen to be fascinated by both.But this article was

Seventh Annual Jalana Palma Benefit Motorcycle Run

2009-06-25T13:51:00.003-05:00

This event was added to our database by Sandra Chortie. Event Starts: 8/02/2009Location: Buffalo, NY Jalana Palma was a beautiful 16-year old girl who lost her life on October 21, 2000 to meningitis.Jalana was a student at Kenmore East High School and a scholarship has been established in her name to help other students fulfill their dreams.Run begins at 8:45 AM Wegmans Plaza @ Dick Rd & George

New Test May Curb Loud Pipes

2009-06-19T07:31:00.000-05:00

SAE Announces Motorcycle Sound TestLast month the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) announced a new sound level test for street motorcycles. The test, touted as simple and economical, is based on a procedure that originated for off-road motorcycles.Over the last few years it's become increasingly evident the motorcycling community will not police itself. Replacement or removal of stock

37th Annual Missouri State BMW Rally

2009-06-14T13:57:00.003-05:00

The Springfield BMW Road Riders are preparing for their 37th Annual Missouri State BMW Motorcycle Rally to be held at Crane City Park in Crane, Missouri. June 26-28, 2009."The Missouri State BMW Rally held in Crane, MO is perhaps one of the best kept secrets in rallies," says Mark Rundel of the Springfield BMW RoadRiders.Located in the city park in Crane Missouri, on State Hwy 413, just 30 miles

Bikes on eBay: 1966 Batman's Yamaha Batcycle

2009-06-05T11:39:00.001-05:00

The unusual, the noteworthy, the bizarre: motorcycle stuff we found on eBayThat's right: Bat Cycle. As in Batman- the Sixties TV series, not the movie.This is actually the second Batcycle that appeared in the show (the first one was a Harley with a sidecar). But this is the one with the go-kart for Robin to launch off on his own adventures. This is the Batcycle that everyone remembers!Underneath

Arai Tops Helmet Survey Again

2009-06-03T17:17:00.000-05:00

According to a recent consumer survey, customer satisfaction with motorcycle helmets is at an all-time high, and one brand in particular continues to set the pace year after year.In conducting the 2009 Motorcycle Helmet Satisfaction Study, which measures the overall satisfaction of motorcyclists with their new helmet in three key factors: ventilation, face shield, and design and styling, J.D.

Shopping for Dad? Or a Grad?

2009-06-03T08:37:00.001-05:00

If he rides consider a gift for his bike, or riding gear. Duh. I mean, don't you like getting cool swag for your scooter? For motorcycle-related gift ideas visit our popular Six Gift Ideas for Bikers page. You'll find suggestions to fit any budget, any style of riding and even some cool wrapping paper.If bike gear doesn't work let me suggest you visit Buy.com for a huge selection of

Ride for Trails

2009-05-29T12:20:00.000-05:00

This event was added to our database by John Lowe. Event Starts: 10/16/2009Location: Lajitas, TX 12th annual "Ride for Trails" motorcycle road rally, benefiting The Friends of Big Bend National Park, a non-profit organization, established in 1996.Proceeds raised goes directly to Big Bend National Park for youth corps and volunteer groups.View details and all the newest event listings.Post your

Harley-Davidson Road Tour

2009-05-21T11:06:00.000-05:00

This event was added to our database by Carina Tran. Event Starts: 8/01/2009Location: Rapid City, SD Experience the passion, excitement and sound of the Sturgis Rally at the Harley-Davidson Road Tour, outdoors at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center: - Harley-Davidson demo rides (featuring the all new 2010 Harley-Davidson motorcycles) and MotorClothes gear demos (registration from 9:00am - 4:00pm

Helmets from Fox Creek Leather

2009-05-18T19:06:00.003-05:00

Fox Creek Leather, our favorite source for American-made leather gear, has expanded their offerings to include motorcycle helmets. Helmet styles available include the ever-popular Beanie, a 3/4 open face, the versatile modular flip-up and a full face model. All these Rodia helmets are DOT approved and offer plush, comfortable interiors. Most feature flow-through ventilation to make warm weather

Copperhead Run ATV Park

2009-05-13T22:21:00.000-05:00

This new place to ride was added to our database anonymously. Type of Ride: OffRoad Copperhead Run is a 600 acre ATV ride park located just outside Salem, KY.This is a family-friendly place to come and ride your ATV, side-by-side or motocross bike. We have several miles of trails open and will be working to open more as the weather permits. This park has lots of hills and trails ranging from

Motorcycle Madness

2009-05-12T16:04:00.002-05:00

This event was added to our database by Rhonda Sodel. Event Starts: 7/18/2009Location: Norcross, GA MOTORCYCLE MADNESS- ATLANTA'S SUMMER MOTORCYCLE SHOW NORTH ATLANTA TRADE CENTER July 18-19 2009Acres and acres indoors full of new and used foreign and domestic motorcycles. One of a kind custom rides from sport bikes to cruisers for sale. GREAT DEALS on custom chrome, parts, accessories, leather

Roadhouse RuCuS

2009-05-08T13:36:00.000-05:00

This event was added to our database by Joyce. Event Starts: 5/30/2009Location: Tulsa, OK Come join the fun at Roadhouse Motorsports! Darryl Briggs, the Easyrider photographer, will be giving a FREE class starting at 10am. There will be a point and shoot class starting at 12pm. Bikes and Babes are provided or bring your own. Come and audition for Roadhouse Babes or just come and enjoy the

Bikes on the Bricks

2009-05-02T14:33:00.000-05:00

This event was added to our database by Tanya Lane. Event Starts: 9/25/2009Location: Flint, MI 3rd Annual Bikes on the Bricks Motorcycle Show and Police Rodeo Competition September 25-26, 2009 Downtown Flint, Michigan Expanded to two days! Friday, 10 am-5 pm: Preliminary Law Enforcement Rodeo Competition; features 75 officers from more than 10 agencies across Michigan and Canada. 6 pm:

Warsaw to Camdenton, Missouri

2009-04-29T15:40:00.001-05:00

This new place to ride was added to our database by Webmaster. Type of Ride: Street This ride runs along the southern side of the Lake of the Ozarks and passes through Climax Springs. On the western end is Harry S. Truman Reservoir and about 50 miles to the east is the Osage Beach area and the state parks at Ha Ha Tonka and Lake of the Ozarks. Highway 7 is a two-lane that offers long sweepers

Bikes on eBay: American Muscle Chopper for Charity

2009-04-27T09:17:00.003-05:00

The unusual, the noteworthy, the bizarre: motorcycle stuff we found on eBayHere's a cool take on the custom chopper phenom- Harley chopper meets muscle car.Check out the wheels... those are American Racing mags custom made to fit the single-sided swingarm and front forks on this beauty. Very cool. And even cooler yet is the fact that 66% of the final price on this auction is going to charity!2009

Palomar Mountain Road

2009-04-26T11:09:00.000-05:00

This new place to ride was added to our database by Webmaster. Type of Ride: Street California Route 76 winds through the mountains of Cleveland National Forest just northeast of Escondido, California. It's been called Southern California's most technical road- and it just might be. Smooth pavement makes for a great ride. Hairpins and tight switchbacks means you'd better leave the running

EMI presents Lunch, Fun & Poker Run

2009-04-25T16:08:00.000-05:00

This event was added to our database by Sheila Steen. Event Starts: 7/18/2009Location: Guthrie, OK Registration @ 9am, open to all vehicles, last one out by 11am, cards due by 1pm.$15 per hand, hi hand/lo hand winners. Kids games and prizes. Lunch from 11-2. All proceeds benefit the United WayView details and all the newest event listings.Post your motorcycle event on the Places 2 Ride

Toledo Bend in Louisiana

2009-04-24T13:53:00.000-05:00

This new place to ride was added to our database by Lynn T. Type of Ride: Street State Highway 191 from the Dam up to Zwolle is the prettiest. It had nice hills, few twisting turns, bridges across sections on Toledo Bend Lake. Very nice drive but but watch your speed (55 mph) for Louisiana State Police. I know the hard way!!There are other pretty roads the turn off of 191- for example 474 is

Dream Ride 2009

2009-04-23T21:09:00.000-05:00

This event was added to our database by Chrissa Caramia. Event Starts: 8/23/2009Location: Farmington, CT Motorcycle Ride and Charity Car Show to Benefit Special OlympicsRain or Shine, the 9th annual Dream Ride will take place on Sunday, August 23, 2009 to benefit Special Olympics. With nine satellite start locations around the state, and eight more satellite start locations in surrounding

Trouble with Cardo Scala Mounting

2009-04-21T08:12:00.000-05:00

If you own a Cardo Scala Rider you should read this.Staying safe while riding a motorcycle doesn't just require undivided attention, a well maintained machine and the proper safety equipment. Turns out it also requires careful riding gear selection and mounting.After several months of trouble-free service from our Cardo Scala Rider communicators we have found a troublesome flaw. When mounted on a

Ride: Cherohala Skyway

2009-04-19T09:41:00.002-05:00

This new place to ride was added to our database by Webmaster. Type of Ride: Street A less crowded alternative to The Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap, the Cherohala Skyway runs from Robbinsville, NC to Tellico Plains, TN. 21 miles of the Skyway are in Tennessee and known as state highway 165. Then 15 miles of the route, and the road's highest point, are in North Carolina. The name Cherohala is a

Triumph Demo Rides in Suches

2009-04-19T08:37:00.000-05:00

This event was added to our database by GT. Event Starts: 5/02/2009Location: Suches, GA Come join the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Triumph Bonneville. Demo ride the 2009 Triumph lineup on the twisty roads of the North Georgia Mountains. Area motorcyclists will get the red carpet treatment when Triumph Motorcycles' Demo Truck rolls into Two Wheels Only Motorcycle Resort on Saturday

Motorcycle Miniatures from Rodolpho Moto

2009-04-14T20:33:00.007-05:00

eBay Store Spotlight: Rodolpho MotoCar nuts can find automotive models most anywhere- in fact, almost everywhere. Even the local convenience store will stock up on diecast model cars around the holidays. But miniatures of the two-wheeled variety can be trickier to find. Especially if you're on a quest for a particular bike.That's why we were excited to discover an eBay Store dedicated to nothing