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Category Archives: Random Blurbs
Two Strokes Versus Four: Confessions of a Woods Racer
After riding and racing a Husky two-stroke enduro for two years, I sold a bike despite my passion for two-stroke engines. Why would I do such a thing? But first, a woods rider’s perspective on an age old debate. Continue reading
Posted in Maintenance & How-To, Motorcycle Maintenance, Random Blurbs
Tagged Cross-Country Racing, Dirt Bike, Enuro, Four-stroke, Husky 250, Husqvarna, KTM, KTM 350, motocross, Motorcycle, Racing, Two-stroke
2 Comments
The Motorcycle Cheapskate: Defining Value
When folks ask me how I got into motorcycles, the answer is some variation of:“After watching a movie with a sweet motorcycle, I used $4 a gallon gas to justify buying a scooter.” For whatever it’s worth, the movie was … Continue reading
Posted in Moto Philosophy, Motorcycle Cheapskate, Random Blurbs
Tagged Frugal, Motorcycle, Philisophy, Smiles Per Mile, Thrifty
18 Comments
The 13 Motorcyclists You’ll Meet
Over the years that I’ve been riding motorcycles, the topic of segmentation and polarity comes up frequently in conversation. Cruiser people versus sportbike people versus commuters; greybeards and teenage fools… The longer I ride, despite the discussion about tribalism, I … Continue reading
Harley Sportster Project: Adventure Tourer Planning
For folks not following on Instagram, I brought home a new (to me) motorcycle a couple of weeks ago. “Charlotte” is a 2006 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Custom with about 9,000 miles on the clock. For anyone that followed the Dirtster … Continue reading
Posted in Random Blurbs
Tagged Adventure, Evolution, Harley-Davidson, Iron Butt, Motorcycle, Scrambler, Sportster, Sportster883, Touring
4 Comments
What’s a Dual-Sport Motorcycle? Part 2
In the previous edition of “What is a Dual-Sport Motorcycle?”, I outlined some ground rules and essentially drew a circle around the bikes I feel fit squarely in the segment. While talking to motorcyclists that are considering the purchase of a new dual-sport, I find that many are still unfamiliar with the breadth of models available, moreover the divide in both cost and capability between the bikes at both extremes of the range.
With that in mind, I want to describe the various sub-categories of dual-sport motorcycles in more detail. I also want to highlight some of the models available from rarer brands. If you have the patience, I’m gonna take a deep dive into the specifications of various models. Lastly, I think there’s a demand for a motorcycle squarely in the middle of the segment that I don’t think currently exists from any of the manufacturers. Continue reading
Racing Dirtbikes: Reflections on Cross-Country Racing
failure is an experience we want to avoid. Wearing mismatched socks, getting toilet paper stuck to your shoes, and dumping your motorcycle in the parking lot tend to induce feelings of embarrassment. Unfortunately, that aspect of human nature can also prevent us from taking risks; which in turn tends to prevent us from experiencing life’s greatest “highs”. Continue reading
Posted in Random Blurbs, Ride Reports
Tagged Crosscountry racing, Dirtbike, Harescramble, Kentucky, KXCR, Motorcycle, Racing, XC Racing
5 Comments
What’s a Dual-Sport Motorcycle?
You’ve probably heard the expressions “enduro” or “Street & Trail” in the past, but today I suspect most folks use the word “dual-sport” to describe a motorcycle that’s intended for use both on and off the pavement. On and off-road … Continue reading
Posted in Random Blurbs
Tagged Adventure, CRF250L, Dual-Sport, KTM 350 EXC-f, Motorcycle, Street and trail, WR250R
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Dirt Bike Tales: First Half of KXCR 2021
“Pain, anguish, adversity, struggle, exhaustion, defeat, financial stress, maintenance nightmares… growth, adventure, challenges, community, accomplishment, satisfaction.” Something I wrote on Instagram a few days ago. Since my departure from the military, I’ve never had such a passion for something, nor … Continue reading
Posted in Random Blurbs
Tagged Cross Country Racing, Dirt Bike, Enduro, Husqvarna, Kentucky, KXCR, Motorcycle, Racing
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Hare Scrambling 101: Your First Cross-Country Race
So you bought a dirt bike after some nagging from your riding buddies? You’ve noticed photos on Instagram of your friends crossing logs and splashing through the mud with numbers on their helmets. Suddenly you’re feeling more and more curious … Continue reading
Posted in Random Blurbs
Tagged Cross Country, Cross Country Racing, Hare Scramble, IXCR, Kentucky, Kentucky Cross Country Racing, KXCR, moto, Motorcycle, Motorcycle Racing, Racing
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Harley-Davidson Is Doing It Wrong
In recent days Harley-Davidson has trickled out more information about their new “Hard Wire” plan. While there is a lot that goes into this, including information consumers aren’t privy to, the plan in general sounds like “cut expenses, maximize margins, … Continue reading
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