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Peak Design Phone Case and Ball Mount Adapter

Your phone is indispensable for your moto travels. Peak Design’s Everyday case and ball mount adapter let you keep your personal navigator precisely where you can best see it. The Everyday case has a slim 2.4mm profile that won’t bulk up your phone. Rubberized bumpers protect the

10 Motorcycle-Friendly Hotels You Should Stay at in the US

10 Motorcycle-Friendly Hotels You Should Stay at in the US

A comfortable place to stay can be one of the highlights of a motorcycle tour. But not every hotel accommodates us riders equally well. In RoadRUNNER’s ever-evolving efforts to give moto enthusiasts the best leg up on travel, we’ve compiled this list of our favorite motorcycle-friendly hotels in

Packing List: Moto Camping

Packing List: Moto Camping

Two old adages apply to motorcycle camping. One is attributed to the Australian Army: “Any fool can be uncomfortable.” The other comes from avid adventurer Teddy Roosevelt: “A well-planned expedition creates its own luck.” With space at a premium, your gear’s weight and functionality become essential when preparing for

National Motorcycle Museum Is Closing

National Motorcycle Museum Is Closing

We have sad news for motorcycle enthusiasts across the country. The National Motorcycle Museum has announced that it will close its doors for good. The last day the museum will be open is September 4, 2023. Located in the town of Anamosa, IA, the National Motorcycle Museum has for the

Mantle Rock Nature Preserve

Mantle Rock Nature Preserve

Mantle Rock, located in Western Kentucky near the Ohio River, is the largest freestanding, naturally formed stone arch east of the Mississippi River. The 188-foot-long formation rises to 30 feet above ground level. Some retellings of the Cherokee Trail of Tears saga suggest that the Cherokee, who were being force-marched

Classic Roads: Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive

Classic Roads: Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive

North Shore Scenic Drive, which has been designated an All-American Road by the Federal Highway Administration, charts a course from Duluth, MN, to Grand Portage, just before crossing the border into Canada. The route provides access to eight state parks and Superior National Forest. Tracing along part of Lake Superior’

Stay Comfy in the Saddle with These 12 Base Layer Products

Stay Comfy in the Saddle with These 12 Base Layer Products

There’s an old Australian Military adage that goes; “Any fool can be uncomfortable.” Appropriate wisdom for motorcyclists. After all, we’re living in the 21st century. With advancements in materials, there’s no reason why we have to be uncomfortable against the elements, whether that be cold or heat.

BMW's 2024 M1000 XR

BMW's 2024 M1000 XR

The BMW M series is a household name in sports bikes. Now, as part of its 100th-anniversary celebrations, BMW is giving us a taste of what the future looks like with the M 1000 XR. Although we don’t yet know much, BMW has spilled the beans on the basics.

Keeping Your Body Temperature in Check

Keeping Your Body Temperature in Check

When the effects of high humidity are added into the heat index calculation, motorcycle riding can be very uncomfortable. To compensate, riders must enhance the natural evaporative cooling process produced by their body’s perspiration. Here are our seven tips for staying cool on the road: Stay Breezy Large windscreens

6 Hotels for a Romantic Motorcycle Getaway in North Carolina

6 Hotels for a Romantic Motorcycle Getaway in North Carolina

We motorcyclists have a rather voracious penchant for “getting away from it all.” There’s nothing quite like riding to an intimate location to forget about the worries of the world for a day or two. Here are six motorcycle-friendly North Carolina establishments that make for an unforgettable romantic overnight

Touring Tip: Staying Hydrated

Touring Tip: Staying Hydrated

Water: The Essential Riding Companion Did you know that your body is mostly water? The average human body contains around 10 to 12 gallons of it. With high temperatures across the nation, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit the importance of keeping hydrated. Water performs several

Pit Stop in Ridgeland, Mississippi

Pit Stop in Ridgeland, Mississippi

When the open road beckons and the urge to explore stirs, there’s no better route to explore than the Natchez Trace Parkway … and there’s no better rest stop along the Trace than Ridgeland, Mississippi. Home to more than 150 restaurants, exceptional shopping, historic Parkway stops, the 33,000-acre

Nelson-Rigg Hurricane Dual Sport Saddlebags

Nelson-Rigg Hurricane Dual Sport Saddlebags

Your saddlebags can make or break a long motorcycle tour in varying weather. Nelson-Rigg’s new soft Hurricane Dual Sport Saddlebags keep your luggage safe, rain or shine. The throw-over-style panniers are made from heavy-duty UV-treated PVC tarpaulin, with every seam heat-welded. Combined with the roll-top closures with quick-release buckles,

Wunderlich Marathon Windscreen for Harley-Davidson Pan America

Wunderlich Marathon Windscreen for Harley-Davidson Pan America

The Harley-Davidson Pan America can munch some miles, but it can be hard to enjoy with the wind beating you up. The Wunderlich Marathon windshield for 2021 and 2022 Pan America models protects your entire upper body from wind and buffeting. As it’s slightly taller, wider, and thicker than

Win a Dream Ride with Triumph and RoadRUNNER’s Editor-in-Chief

Win a Dream Ride with Triumph and RoadRUNNER’s Editor-in-Chief

Do you dream of an unforgettable ride? Triumph’s Dream Ride Getaway sweepstake gives one triumphant winner a chance to make their riding dreams come true! The Triumph Dream Ride Getaway offers one winner and a traveling friend a choice between three guided two-day tours. On two of them, you’

10 Unique Attractions along the Pacific Coast Highway

10 Must-See Attractions along the Pacific Coast Highway

The Pacific Coast of California remains one of the most colorful and enjoyable destinations for motorcyclists. Despite the frequent road closures due to landslides the famous SR 1, also known as the Coast or Hwy 1, never fails to entice. Although SR 1 technically starts much farther south, its real

Father's Day Sale is Happening Now

Father's Day Sale is Happening Now

Father's Day is just around the corner. Why not give Dad a gift that will keep on giving all year long? Gift Dad a RoadRUNNER print or WEB subscription for 20% off. Offer is valid now through 6/18/23. 20% OFF WEB Subscription20% OFF Print Subscription Print

REV’IT! Apex Air H2O Ladies Jacket

REV’IT! Apex Air H2O Ladies Jacket

Some riding jackets force you to pick between waterproofing and ventilation—but not the Apex Air H20 Ladies. This jacket’s technologies keep riding women cool and dry in changing conditions. A full mesh outer shell allows heat to escape in warm weather, while a detachable Hydratex waterproof liner keeps

Riding in Foggy Conditions

Riding in Foggy Conditions

Riding in fog—especially when it’s combined with rain and darkness—heightens a number of risk factors that prudent motorcyclists usually seek to avoid: 1. Rider visibility of potential hazards, both ahead and from behind (like being rear-ended by a faster moving vehicle) is severely restricted. 2. Accumulation of

Classic Roads: California Route 299

Classic Roads: California Route 299

Route 299 runs east from US 101 in Arcata, CA. Near the coast, temperatures are usually cool and fog is often present, especially in the morning hours. The route has many high-speed, sweeping curves for riders wanting more than just a “relaxing ramble.” Although 299 continues east of Redding, the

Trail Tech Portable Air Compressor

Trail Tech Portable Air Compressor

Unless you’re properly prepared, a flat tire will bring your moto journey to a disappointing end. Trail Tech’s new portable air compressor [https://www.trailtech.net/en-us/shop/accessories/motorcycle-parts/electrical/electrical-components/portable-air-compressor/?gad=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwxr2iBhBJEiwAdXECw1JxE7LRzmfYmTwoS0ggA2qqNmu0lVI9ad4PL1qLZa_tvDUevHXrXBoCeJYQAvD_BwE] lets you pump up your tires whenever, wherever.

Motorcycle Riding in Construction Zones

Motorcycle Riding in Construction Zones

It’s basically summer, which means you’ve probably already ridden through plenty of construction zones. It may seem obvious that you should ride with more caution and watch for hazards in work areas, but did you know that nearly every state has special road construction traffic laws? As a

10 Unique Summer Motorcycle Trip Destinations in the U.S.

10 Unique Summer Motorcycle Trip Destinations in the U.S.

At RoadRUNNER, we are always searching for new routes that take you to historically and socially significant destinations—and offer a fantastic riding experience. Here are 10 destinations to spark your wanderlust this summer. Cody, Wyoming Voted the Best Western Small Town by USA Today, Cody, WY, sits in the

2023 Indian Chief Sport

2023 Indian Chief Sport

As far as Indian is concerned, there can never be too many Chiefs. Or Indians, for that matter. To help get more of both, Indian is introducing a new model for 2023—the Indian Sport Chief [https://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-us/sport-chief/]. As its title states, this Chief has an

Neckerchiefs, Bandanas, Buffs, Oh My! 6 Ways to Protect Your Neck

Neckerchiefs, Bandanas, Buffs, Oh My! 6 Ways to Protect Your Neck

The bandana is the original biker’s neckwear. This multi-purpose square of material serves as neck protection against the elements, as well as a face warmer, a disptick rag, goggle cleaner, and much more. Whether it’s protecting you from debris, the weather,, insects, or the sun, a good bandana