Author Archives: MotoADVR

A Letter to the AMA: What is the Cost of Motorcycling?

Posted on January 11, 2018 by MotoADVR

A couple days ago a buddy of mine shared an article on a Triumph message board from American Motorcyclist magazine written by Scot Harden, entitled “Advocating For Motorcycling’s Future”. The article really struck a chord with me, and I highly … Continue reading →

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Red River Scramble 2018: The Bluegrass Adventure Rally

Posted on January 2, 2018 by MotoADVR

2018 is finally here, beyond a lengthy list of goals I’ve already set for this year, another big one is to host the second edition of “Red River Scramble”. For new visitors to the blog, Red River Scramble is a casual … Continue reading →

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Triumph Scrambler Project: Off-road Rally Planning

Posted on December 22, 2017 by MotoADVR

Per my recent comments about plans for 2018, I am chomping at the bit to take off-road riding up another notch next year. I full well expected to spend more time in Shawnee State Forest and Red River Gorge this … Continue reading →

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Goals for 2018: Updating the Moto Bucket List

Posted on December 8, 2017 by MotoADVR

It’s that time of the year again, Thanksgiving was just two weeks back and Christmas will be here before you know it. This is that time of year that the snowflakes start falling and I start planning for next year’s … Continue reading →

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2017 Ural Gear Up: Touring Seattle with a Sidehack

Posted on November 21, 2017 by MotoADVR

Forget everything you know about riding and focus on one thing: what it felt like to ride a motorcycle for the very first time. The world is zipping past you in a blur; meanwhile you’re trying to keep your eyes … Continue reading →

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VUZ LED Reflective Safety Vest: Be Seen

Posted on November 10, 2017 by MotoADVR

The first weekend in November came and went, and Daylight Savings Time went along with it; and now the dark times are upon us… This is that time of the year that I’m commuting to work in the dark, only … Continue reading →

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Triumph Scrambler Adventures: Day Trip to the DBBB

Posted on October 25, 2017 by MotoADVR

About two weeks ago I was suffering from some serious bluegrass withdrawal. Hurricane Irma had managed to put a pretty significant damper on most of my plans for the Triumph Dragon Raid; that combined with things being nuts at the … Continue reading →

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2017 Triumph Street Scrambler Review: Rivaling its Predecessor

Posted on October 14, 2017 by MotoADVR

It goes without saying I’m a member of a handful of Scrambler related social media groups (among other ADV circles). A couple weeks ago I caught a thread from a guy looking to establish the differences between Triumph’s new Street … Continue reading →

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The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Cincinnati 2017: Ride Dapper

Posted on September 29, 2017 by MotoADVR

2017 marks the fourth year I’ve attended the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR). What is the DGR you ask? Way back in 2012, Mark Hawwa started The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride in Sydney, Australia. According to the DGR Website, Hawwa was inspired … Continue reading →

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Triumph Dragon Raid Bound

Posted on September 9, 2017 by MotoADVR

It’s that time of year again; my clothes are packed, the tool kit is ready, the bike is loaded, and I won’t sleep a wink tonight with all the excitement. This year will make my fourth year at the Triumph … Continue reading →

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