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I used a Shoei Neotec and then a Schuberth C3 Pro for many years and liked them both. I never rode with them flipped up but loved the convenience when stopped and the flip down sunscreen on the Schuberth. Modulars are inherently heavier and can be hard on the neck, even more so if you're riding...

I caught an interview with Petrucci a couple of days ago where he said something profound when asked about the difference between MotoGP and Dakar teams. To paraphrase I thought what he said was: At MotoGP your team mate is the enemy. At Dakar your team mates are your friends.

My ride mentality works in a similar way. Here's an example: I'm riding out in Northumberland County and pass a road "Tobacco Road". Next road sign is for "Stoney Lonesome Road" Hmmmm interesting. That's a cool combination of roads. Wonder who came up with those names? Who has the authority in...

For me, the ultimate solution to not being destination focussed was retirement. We spend most of our lives fixed on the fastest route between two points. Even after retirement, it can take a few months, years? to change that behaviour. I always ride alone, no tunes, no phone until I stop for a...

I have been using crossborderpickups.ca for almost everything I buy from the US. I recently bought a waterproof liner and single controller from Warm N Safe. They shipped for free to my Niagara Falls NY address (provided by crossborderpickups.ca) and I picked up the shipment from the Markham...

I was fortunate enough to be able to ride four of the last five days. Every day was a gift to close out the season and some of the most enjoyable riding to the north and east of me with traffic volume much reduced. 15,000 km this season.

I don't think that this is the case at all. He still has the will and determination to test the limits every time but I fear that one good off and landing in previously injured position is going to be career ending.

Riding as late in the year as I can with heated inner jacket, heated grips and heated seat (what luxury!). I have the benefit of mostly being able to pick my riding days and times and there'll be more of those as the golf season ends.

You guys are the king and queen of ride reports. Always an interesting narrative. I really appreciate you posting this and btw I'd gladly pay $100/day just for those views.

I love to watch Marc wrestle with, and continually test the limits of that beast of a bike that Honda has given him but it pains me to think that he's sacrificing his body the way he is. His drive and determination is undeniable but I have to believe his career will come to an end soon at a very...

Does anyone know if Lower Faraday Road is paved all the way now? I heard that there was more construction this summer and there were gravel sections.

Sidi Armada boots - modified by cobbler to add 1/2 inch to sole Aerostich Roadcrafter pants - worn in all weather conditions, armour stays in the right place as they have completely taken my shape such that I almost expect them to walk away on their own one day LD Comfort underwear Depending...

I don't know. The service I was referring to was earlier this year at the old location. I'm getting close to the next 10,000 km service since then so I guess I'll find out soon .

After the demise of ENDRAS BMW I went to Maranello for service and had a good experience overall.

Lots of crazy stories and great memories about that bike. Saved up from various part time jobs and bought it in 1961 when I was 15 years old. At that time in Ontario there was no motorcycle licensing and you could legally ride at 15 years old. Rode it summers and most of some winters around Toronto.

Looked something like this. 1956 Harley ex-police hand banger

From your description of the areas you like to ride, your need for some comfort and some weather protection I think you should consider a used BMW R1200/1250 RT at the newest level your budget will allow. Obviously, I'm biased but I have 60 years of riding experience and regularly ride from the...

No. Definitely does not occur while braking hard. In fact the exact opposite. The HSC seems to be very sensitive such that it engaged on gentle slopes with slow speed manoeuvres. The additional problem for a person of shorter stature is that I always look to a full stop where I can get a foot...

Congratulations to Neda on a beautiful bike for many more years of riding in style! Gene you mentioned the hill start control feature. I don't know if you have it on the GS but on my RT I found that it would sometimes engage at the most unexpected or inopportune times. I've turned it off for...

Found this in my photos from 2016. It says Plevna North Frontenac