Linda Carruth is a freelance illustrator and designer who enjoys riding her motorcycle. Her professional work can be seen at lwwallace.com, but her motorcycle, humorous, and motivational designs are available at MadDashRiot.com, LinesByDesignBoutique.com, and at MadDashRocket.com.
The Harley Davidson Company officially began with the completion of its first bike in 1903. Unofficially it all began in 1901 when 21-year-old William S. Harley drew up plans for a small engine that displaced 7.07 cubic inches and had 4-inch flywheels. He designed this engine for use on a regular pedal-bicycle frame. By 1903 […]
Choppers came into being in the 1960’s and 1970’s. They were the next step in motorcycle evolution after the “bobber”. The bobber came about after American soldiers returned home from World War II. While they remained loyal to the Harley Davidson company, riders that had served oversees just weren’t quite satisfied with the machines the […]
It has been said that Erik Buell, founder of Buell Motorcycles, was born on a motorcycle. While that story is a bit enhanced, Erik Buell did begin riding motorcycles at the tender age of 12. His intense passion of the machine led him create a line of extreme and supreme motorcycles. In the late 70s, […]
If you love Harley Davidson motorcycles and enjoy working with your hands, you can earn a good living as a motorcycle service technician. There are several trade schools across the U.S. that specialize in motorcycle service and repair. Programs take between 12 and 18 months to complete and classes can be attended at the institutes […]
Finding just the right accessory to give to your favorite Harley Davidson rider is fun and easy. Even if that favorite rider is you! There are three basic categories to know when you are searching. Items that can be added to your wardrobe, or that can be worn. Any accessory in this category would include […]
Though it’s not documented the very first woman to ride a Harley Davidson motorcycle was probably Janet Davidson. Janet was an aunt of Arthur, Walter and William Davidson. She helped her nephews out by using her artistic talents to paint pinstriping and lettering on their motorcycles. Several other women are notable in the just over […]
Today, Harley Davidson motorcycles are a household name, but it hasn’t always been that way. It began way back in 1901, when a young man named William S. Harley had a vision for attaching an engine to a bicycle. William had a friend named Arthur Davidson who embraced his concept. Together, they began working endless […]
I ran across this article today about why women should learn to ride. I don’t disagree with anything in the article, but some of the suggestions are pretty cut and dried. Sometimes things are more complicated than this. Among other things, the article discusses fear of riding. No one really likes to talk about this, […]
Triker Hottie T-Shirt This Triker Hottie design features the caption Triker Hottie above hot pink scroll work. Pretty AND sexy. This baseball style capped sleeve, almost sleeveless, shirt comes in 3 possible color combinations and boasts these additional features: Women’s Cap Sleeve T-Shirt 6.1 oz 100% combed ring-spun cotton 1×1 rib Junior’s sizing; Size up […]
Why We Ride is a new film released this year, but you won’t find it in theaters. While the film was made to appeal to both riders and non-riders, if you ride, it is a must-see film. It delves into the lives of those who have made riding their life, in one form or another. […]
Of course they are. This subject came up as a result of a Bike Bandit article that asks the question Are Motorcycle Racers Really Professional Athletes? It points out that the stick-and-ball athletes don’t think so, but do they really understand what all is involved with going out week after week and getting beat up […]
Excellent video explaining Motorman’s (Jerry Palladino) intersection exercise. He details distances for the cones, as well as technique, following up with a video demonstration. This is not intuitive ability, nor is it likely to be something you learn from a riding buddy. Sorry, but it’s true. It takes practice, too. Honestly, every time I make […]
This is a great article from LeatherUp.com. It not only reminds us of why we ride, but it really puts things in perspective while comparing riding a motorcycle to riding in a car. Sure, it’s stuff we all know, but how often do we really think about it. I think sometimes we forget why we […]
Daytona Bike week is coming up. If you haven’t booked your stay or planned your trip by now, you’d better get on that. The official site has a calendar of events, information on accommodations, restaurants, vendors and the like. And, you can enter to win the “Official” Bike Week 2014 Motorcycle. What are you waiting […]
It’s that time again. The Progressive International Motorcycle Show season is in full swing. Here in Cleveland, this is one of many shows coming to the IX Center during the winter, keeping us occupied and spending, as if there isn’t enough to do here. For us, this is the highpoint of the winter. The holidays […]
Motorcycle accidents are often some of the deadliest accidents that occur. Motorcycles offer little protection to riders in the event of an accident and the resulting injuries are often severe, requiring long recovery periods. If the rider is not wearing a helmet, injuries can include massive head injuries and even brain death. Often, motorcycle accidents […]
Yes, it’s that time again. Time to get ready to winterize your bike. We ride as long as we can into the late fall, as weather permits of course. But eventually it has to be done. Here in Northeast Ohio, we add stabilizer to the tanks, put the bikes on a trickle chargermake sure they’re […]
Everyone remembers the tsunami that washed over Japan back in March of 2011. But now much of what it washed away is turning up on shores across the Pacific, nearly 18 million tons of it. One Canadian island beach was the recipient of a container housing a Harley-Davidson motorcycle belonging to a man in Yokoyama. […]
A man from Adrian, Michigan has trained himself to ride without using his hands. Yes, you read that right. He boasts a world record for no-hands riding and will attempt to beat it for charity, specifically the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. Phil Comar, the No Hand Man, steers with his body, and […]
We all enjoy our bikes and riding, and although we don’t like to think about it, accidents do happen. It’s a good idea to have a cell phone with you to call for help in the event of an accident or even if you break down. Riding a motorcycle presents a unique set of problems […]
Angie Smith lost her brakes during a qualifying run at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio over the weekend. She kept going, over the sandtrap, and laid the bike down just before hitting a cornfield. When interviewed for television, she said she didn’t know what could be in the cornfield (stopped tractor?) so she made […]
I guess we upgrade everything now. The article link below is about a gal that was tired of being a passenger and decided to “upgrade the pavement”. Hey, it’s a lot of fun riding on the back of a motorcycle. You see ALL the scenery, smell all the smells, feel some wind (yeah, just some), […]
BAM, a network organized by Motorcycle Attorney Russ Brown over 30 years ago, is a nationwide network of bikers helping bikers. It boasts 1.5 million volunteer motorcyclists that can help you if you break down, anywhere in the country. It’s free to join, but they do ask that you volunteer to help another if called […]
Sounds good to me. Attorney Russ Brown is distributing stickers that proclaim “Kill a Biker, Go to Jail”. Brown has been protecting the rights of motorcyclists since 1975. There are also tips here for safe riding, information on BAM, Brown’s free-to-join network for assisting riders in distress. Need info while you’re out riding? There’s an […]
Ladies, you can have your say with this one, and there are some sample questions that you might like to answer. One gal is riding the Harley that she bought for her scoundrel of a husband before he started treating her abominably. He loved that bike more her so now she’s learning to ride it. […]
Baja By Bike: Fishing the Desert from the Back of a Motorcycle By Nate Matthews Riding in the desert does bad things to your body, and worse things to your motorcycle. Here’s how to prepare for an offroad adventure. Read more…
There’s no standardized test for bikes’ fuel economy, so where are figures coming from? Is this just more backwards hype? We all know that motorcycles are already fuel efficient, but on the other hand, the majority of riders, according to one study, do not buy motorcycles for their fuel economy. So what’s the deal? Read […]
A Woman’s Place Is In The Saddle Natural Tee Now WE say where we belong. This design reads: "A Woman’s Place is in the Saddle" in a quaint graphical layout. Wearing this design will leave no question as to where you stand! More Info See More Items With This Design See This Design on Black […]
My Bike. My Ride. It Changes Everything. Long Sleeve Dark T-Shirt When you own your own motorcycle, it does change everything. Suddenly, you no longer have to wait to be asked along. YOU decide when it’s time to go for a ride. The term Lady Rider takes on a whole new meaning. It’s the same […]
Feel The Wind Sweatshirt Have you ever seen a car going down the street with a dog with his head out the window? See? They know. There’s nothing like feeling the wind in your face, and what better way to do that than on a bike? This design reads "Feel the Wind" with a motorcycle […]
Triker Hottie T-Shirt This Triker Hottie design features the caption Triker Hottie above hot pink scroll work. Pretty AND sexy. This baseball style capped sleeve, almost sleeveless, shirt comes in 3 possible color combinations and boasts these additional features: Women’s Cap Sleeve T-Shirt 6.1 oz 100% combed ring-spun cotton 1×1 rib Junior’s sizing; Size up […]
A Woman’s Place is In The Saddle
A Woman’s Place Is In The Saddle Natural Tee Now WE say where we belong. This design reads: "A Woman’s Place is in the Saddle" in a quaint graphical layout. Wearing this design will leave no question as to where you stand! More Info See More Items With This Design See This Design on Black […]
My Bike. My Ride. It Changes Everything. Long Sleeve Dark T-Shirt When you own your own motorcycle, it does change everything. Suddenly, you no longer have to wait to be asked along. YOU decide when it’s time to go for a ride. The term Lady Rider takes on a whole new meaning. It’s the same […]
Feel The Wind Sweatshirt Have you ever seen a car going down the street with a dog with his head out the window? See? They know. There’s nothing like feeling the wind in your face, and what better way to do that than on a bike? This design reads "Feel the Wind" with a motorcycle […]
You Can’t Put Anything Better Between Your Legs
Motorcycles— You Can’t Put Anything Better Between Your Legs Classic Thong If you ride you know it. Motorcycles. Nothing beats them. Nothing, NOTHING, compares. Don’t you just want to hop on this bike and ride away? What could be better? This design features a motorcycle drawing and "Motorcycles. You can’t put anything better between your […]
Red Bike Lady Rider Baseball Jersey Lady Rider design for the woman motorcycle rider. This design features a stylized red motorcycle icon and a hot little flame. Absolutely perfect if YOUR motorcycle is red, or if you just like red! More Info See More Items With This Design See More Bike Colors More […]
If I Have To Explain It You Wouldn’t Understand Women’s Cap SleeveT-Shirt If you had to explain why you love riding, what would you say? Say it with one of these items that depict an illustration of a cruiser style motorcycle, with a caption in chrome lettering that reads "If I have to explain it… […]
Gas, Grass, or Ass? Honey, I AM Riding FREE! Women’s T-Shirt The old saying goes: "Gas, grass, or ass; nobody rides for free." Oh yeah? Not anymore, Buster. This gal rides for free, any old time she wants! More Info See More Items With This Design See This Design on Black White on Black […]
