Even though it is still Jan and winter, I’ve been have that etching feeling for the next motorcycle trip. I’ve been considering riding on the million dollar highway in Colorado, from Durango up through Ouray. I’ve heard a lot of good … Continue reading →
Well, winter is officially upon us here in Utah. The temps have been down in the low teens. Since 2004, when I purchased my VTX 1300, a month has not gone by that I have not ridden the girl. During … Continue reading →
Winterizing your Motorcycle With the changing of the temps, and Fall in the air, it is time to start thinking about getting your bike ready for a long winter’s nap – That is of course, if you are blessed, gifted, … Continue reading →
Alas, bikers started pouring into Sturgis on Friday. The place is filling up fast, and as usual, it is slow getting around from one end of town to the next. It’s hot, but that’s nothing new to the rally. … Continue reading →
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Continue reading →As the Sturgis bike rally approaches, the week preceding the rally is relatively quiet. The crowds should start filtering in this weekend. A lot will be happening this year. Paul Sr. of American Chopper will be making an appearance at … Continue reading →
Summer is finally here is full swing, and it is hot! With hot summer riding comes risks, especially if you are riding cross country. With the wind blowing in your face, the thought of getting dehydrated never passes your mind. … Continue reading →
As the weather starts to warm up, so does the urge to start planning the first spring motorcycle ride. For early spring, it is always safe to plan a ride headed south into warmer climates. So, my group is planning … Continue reading →
Last year I had a couple of memorable motorcycle rides. In June I spent 3 weeks, by myself, riding up into Canada, over to the east coast, down through Maine and back home, putting a little over 6,000 miles on … Continue reading →
I don’t know about you when it comes to wintertime. For me it is way too long. My motorcycle sits in the garage with it’s battery tender tickling a charge every once in a while, and I eagerly keep tabs … Continue reading →
Welcome to USA Motorcycle Rides. On this website you’ll find everything you’ll need to plan your next ride. I will be adding all the information, products and items you will need to have a fun and safe trip. I’ll also … Continue reading →
So winter is here, and it is time to put your motorcycle to bed for the winter, unless you are like me, who has ridden my bike every single month since the day it was purchased. There are some maintenance … Continue reading →
Mike Jarvis and I loaded our bikes down with RV antifreeze and headed down last Friday to Bullfrog Marina at Lake Powell to winterize our houseboat. Believe it or not, I had 12 gallons strapped to my bike, and Mike … Continue reading →
I going to be heading south to Lake Powell next week with a riding buddy of mine, Mike Jarvis. We are partners on a houseboat and are going to be going down to winterize the boat before the snow flies. … Continue reading →
Some of the guys I ride with have been talking about doing an “Iron Butt Ride.” This is riding 1,000 miles in 24 hours. There is an association called the “Iron Butt Association” that certifies these types of rides. I … Continue reading →
Today we left South Dakota and crossed into Wyoming, then up into Montana. The day was hot, dry and sticky. It was pretty much a day of just going from one location to another. Mike David Jared Quin Jeff Brad … Continue reading →
First thing this morning, we got ready, cleaned up, put on our best clothes and attended the LDS Church meeting in Sturgis. With our presence, we doubled the attendance. The locals were very happy that we came. One of the … Continue reading →
Today, was an awesome day, full of beautiful vistas, majestic mountains and good companionship. We started the day taking a plunge at a Hot Springs pool. It was a good excuse to take showers after two days of sweat, dirt … Continue reading →
Barry’s traveling companion, Freddie Kruegar. As cars passed, they always did a double-take, and at gas stops it was a topic of conversation. We finally reached Sturgis, just after a nice little thunderstorm. We were fortunate to have missed it. … Continue reading →
We all met at my house on Thursday morning at 8:00 AM. We left at 8:30 on I-80 headed east. The temperature was in the low 70’s, ideal weather for traveling. Our first stop was Evanston. The new guys had … Continue reading →
