Tag Archives: Motorcycle Safety

Teach Everyone to Ride Safely. The Clutch Can Come Later.

The American motorcycle industry has spent decades teaching new riders to operate motorcycles with manual transmissions, and for good reason. A clutch is an integral part of the traditional motorcycle experience, and most motorcyclists wouldn’t have it any other way. … Continue reading →

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Are Motorcycles Dangerous?

Are motorcycles dangerous? It depends; dangerous compared to what? Context is everything, are you talking about riding a motorcycle recreationally or is the motorcycle a transportation tool in the hands of an experienced moto-commuter? People inherently compare motorcycles to cars … Continue reading →

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Where Do You Park Your Cell Phone?

I count myself to be one of the lucky ones. I’m also a bit superstitious, an odd trait for an engineer I’ll grant you, but true nonetheless. I tend to believe there is no such thing as luck, good or … Continue reading →

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VUZ LED Reflective Safety Vest: Be Seen

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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