Category: Motorcycles

Motorcycles – So Many Choices

The world of motorcycles is a robust one. There’s a motorcycle designed for pretty much every use out there. The companies selling bikes are trying to appeal to every area of the market from the folks who love to cruise to the racers to the adventurers.

Then there’s the custom bike scene. Geniuses, craftsmen, artists take motorcycles and turn them into rolling pieces of art.

I try to cover a little bit of it all. From the new bikes rolling off the production lines at the various motorcycle manufacturers to the littlest of custom shops and individuals tinkering around in their sheds.

Types of Motorcycles

Here are the main types of motorcycles I typically write about on this site.

Note that this isn’t an exhaustive list, and the article linked above about the different types of motorcycles will explain the full picture.

Motorcycle Brands

The fun doesn’t stop with the various types of motorcycles. There are also tons of brands that sell each type of motorcycle. I’ve written an article on the different motorcycle brands out there, and that should give you a pretty clear idea of what you’ll find.

Motorcycle Engine Size

Motorcycle type and the different brands matter a ton, but I often find myself and other riders classifying motorcycles by their engine size or displacement.

This is typically how the industry categorizes motorcycles. You’ll see a 250cc class, a 600cc class, etc. To learn more, check out my article on the various engine sizes out there in the world of motorcycles.

Motorcycles and Prices

Lastly, I want to talk about the price of motorcycles. Everyone has to work in a budget, and you can buy a nice bike for very little money, but you can also spend a ton.

Price is a big deciding factor, and I would hope you take it into account. Here are my thoughts on motorcycles and their prices.

Below are the latest articles on various motorcycles.

5 Best 1200cc Motorcycles You Can Buy

When it comes to 1200cc motorcycles, there are simply tons of options out there. It can be quite hard to pick just a few and call them the best, but that is exactly what I’m going to try to do here. Motorcycles with engines this size are some of the best out there.

5 Best 1000cc Motorcycles You Can Buy

If you’re looking for an impressive motorcycle then you should look for the best 1000cc motorcycles.

The 1000cc motorcycle, AKA literbike, has been an important part of the motorcycle industry for decades. Today, there are more bikes that fit this category than ever, but I wanted to pull together a list of my favorites.

The Suzuki 50th Anniversary RM Graphic Kits Offer Retro Cool

Retro isn’t just a trend— motorcross is truly embracing the retro vibe. Yamaha kicked things off last year with a line of throwback dirt bikes that had me feeling like a kid again, reminiscent of my first motocross machine decked out in similar vintage graphics.

But Suzuki upped the ante. In celebration of 50 years of motocross domination, Suzuki’s RM-Z250 and RM-Z450 models are now available with five distinct graphics kits—each representing a different decade of RM history.

What Motorcycle Is in ‘Akira’?

There’s a moment in every gearhead’s life when you see a machine so striking, so packed with presence, that you simply can’t look away. For many of us, that moment came with the 1988 release of Akira. You don’t have to be a two-wheeled fanatic to remember that scene—Kaneda’s motorcycle, skidding sideways in slow motion, leaving an incandescent trail of red light across the screen. It’s a machine that feels almost alive, a dynamic presence hurtling through the dystopian streets of Neo-Tokyo. And while Akira was never meant to be a motorcycle film, the bike itself stole the show.

The 5 Best Middleweight Cruiser Motorcycles for Riding Any Road

Middleweight cruisers strike a perfect balance between comfort, style, and performance. They provide the laid-back ride cruisers are known for, but in a size and weight that’s more manageable for everyday riding. Whether you’re navigating city streets or taking on a weekend road trip, these machines have you covered. Below are five of the best middleweight cruiser motorcycles that deliver power, style, and character in spades.

The Ducati Scrambler 10° Anniversario Rizoma Edition Is Available

Ducati’s Scrambler, that playful rebel on two wheels, is celebrating its ten-year anniversary in style—with a twist. Enter the Ducati Scrambler 10° Anniversario Rizoma Edition, a limited run of just 500 bikes, each draped in a sharp Stone White and Black livery with accents in an eye-catching Metal Rose. It was mentioned earlier this month, but now it’s here.

The Best Touring Motorcycles: Comfort and Power for the Open Road

Touring motorcycles embody freedom on two wheels. They’re more than just bikes—they’re the bridge between the horizon and the rider. The best touring motorcycles blend comfort, power, and long-distance endurance, making them the perfect companions for cross-country adventures.

Today’s models offer cutting-edge technology, luxury, and a sense of unstoppable presence on the road. When paired with the right touring gear, you have yourself an experience like none other.

What Motorcycle Is in ‘The Place Beyond the Pines’?

In The Place Beyond the Pines, the movie opens with a sharp breath of engine life, a fierce growl that pulls you in before a single word is spoken. And there, in the center of it all, Ryan Gosling’s character Luke Glanton rides through the screen on a motorcycle that’s as much a part of him as the tattoos on his skin. The bike, a Suzuki DR-Z400, is no mere prop—it’s a reflection of the rough, gritty undercurrent that pulses through the film.

New Law Essentially Outlaws Lane Filtering in Paris

In Paris, they’ve made life just a little harder for the everyday folks trying to get around. The mayor’s decision to limit the ring road speed to 31 mph might sound like a small tweak, but for riders, it’s a wrench in the gears. You see lane filtering in Paris (actually in all of France) is allowed under certain conditions, one being that speeds must be over 46 mph. Now? Forget about it.

Book Review – ‘Hell’s Angels: A Strange and Terrible Saga’ by Hunter S. Thompson

Hunter S. Thompson’s Hell’s Angels: A Strange and Terrible Saga (the book that gives this blog its name) rides into town like a rumbling, oil-streaked Harley, kicking up dust and leaving you staring down the road after it, half-wondering what just happened. Thompson, the man who practically invented “gonzo journalism,” dives headlong into the chaos of California’s most notorious motorcycle club—the Hell’s Angels—like a daredevil at full throttle. What emerges is less of a documentary and more of a high-octane, first-person blitz through America’s shadowy underworld of beer, blood, and black leather.