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I keep saying I' going to invest in a GPS as I am famous for getting myself lost because I'm paying more attention to the scenery than the name of the road I am turning onto! I often find myself somewhere nowhere near where I was planning on riding to! Sometimes this isn't a problem, other...

The two bikes that come to mind are a the Ninja 1000 and GSX-S1000F. Both can be found a couple of years old for $10k and will definitely satisfy your desire for more "oomph". Both will be comfortable on longer spirited rides. However, if you're concerned about cramped knees the Versys 1000...

The guy who set the Canada Coast to Coast record did this. I believe his name is Thane Silliker. I don't remember his time, but he set the record several years ago and I don't believe anyone has come close to touching it since. He did it on his ST1100 which now has somewhere around 500k on...

I don't have a modular helmet or a tank bag and on lots of rides I don't stop until I need gas, which in my case is 450ish KM. That's too long to ride without some fluids. The MotoJug's lanyard for the spout can be attached to a tank bag or to your jacket, which makes taking a sip super easy...

Hey, we always say that it doesn't matter what you ride or who you ride with as long as you Ride for Sight! Besides, the GSA has a distinct advantage in the weenie bite as they put the passenger much higher and thus closer to said weenie!

I keep saying that somewhere someone has my 2019 Goldwing and is riding her gently, keeping the mileage down and obsessing about maintenancing it and polishing it until I'm ready for it around 2029 or 2030!

You are correct. The IBA does have several metric certifications but they all correspond with the original mile based rides. SS1000 = SS1600k (You actually have to do 1620k) BB1500 = BB2500k etc. The only anomaly is the SS2000k (24hrs) which doesn't actually line up with any mile based rides...

I've done both, but I find that used is better, DEPENDING on the type of bike you are buying. If you're after a supersport bike or a motocross bike then be VERY careful buying used. Those bikes are designed to be ridden hard and usually are, and many of them ridden by people who don't know how...

I'm curious if the "no tax" part extends to the rest of the store and items not in the tent?

I did my 2nd IronButt ride back in August 2018, submitted the paperwork in January and got my certificate in February. This was a tough ride for me. It was 40c that day and the heat made it very hard. My ride started in Peterborough and went to Pembroke, North Bay, Timmins, Sudbury, Toronto...

There is nothing wrong with either the Virago 250 or Vstar 250 (literally the same bike with, a different sticker on the tank). They've been built unchanged since the 80's, if they were maintained properly they are bullet proof. Most have been through several sets of hands as a beginner bike...

Several days? On a Goldwing? This is a one day trip, 2 if you want to stop and take a few pictures! ;) I'd do it and still be home to sleep in my own bed. But, if you really want to stop and smell the roses and visit family it looks like a fun route with some great scenery. Enjoy!

It's all going to depend on you and your individual circumstances. How much damage has been done, how well the surgery went, how well you healed after, how much strength/range of motion you got back, residual pain, weight/height of the bike etc. Back in the very early 2000's I rode with a guy...

I did my last SS1000 on August 13, 2018. I didn't end up submitting the paperwork until January and received my package in about a month. I ordered a few extra goodies to go with that certification which did not come as ordered so I am currently trying to sort that out.

I was paying just over $300/yr when I had my Bandit 600. My ST1300 with full coverage is $1100. If insurance was just $400/yr I'd probably just enjoy the savings rather than get a second bike. I would take that $700/yr difference and spend it on gas, hotels and meals on the road rather than a...

Sweet! I love my STeed. Just an FYI though, the red ones are the fastest ones!

When you're at the motorcycle show this weekend don't forget to stop by the Ride for Sight booth! Get the latest info on the 2019 RFS. This is our 41st annual ride and it's going to be a blast! I'll personally be at the booth Friday from noon until 6pm so stop by and say HI!

So for most of us, motorcycle season is officially over and there is nothing to do until spring. I know there are a few of you in the city or a few crazies who will ride here or there all through the winter, but for me and the majority it's a loooonnnnggg dry spell! So I want to know, what is...

My second IronButt Association Saddle Sore 1000 is in the bag! Back on August 13 I pulled into my local Petro-Can station, filled up and left shortly after 4am. My ride took me on a loop to Kaladar, Pembroke, North Bay, Timmins, Sudbury, Toronto and then back to Peterborough! Once again I...

Hey all. I'm planning my next IBA ride and can't seem to find the information I need. I'm looking to head west to Guelph then North to Sudbury and then east past Pembrooke and then south to Ogdenburg. (rough outline of route). I can't seem to find current conditions regarding the fires up...