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Archive for January, 2010

Taking Your Bike Cross-Country

Author: MeNMyBike
January 25, 2010

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As many motorcyclists would attest, a warm August day is tailor-made for riding. But a day or two out on the road is seldom enough to satisfy the true bike enthusiast. One of the best ways to get the most out of the summer season is to attempt a cross-country cycle journey. Road trips are a staple of our cultural lore, and they can be viewed either as a rite of passage or a way to rediscover one’s youth.

Logistical planning is key, of course. Do you have the suitable motor cycle riding gear for the journey? Where will you stay, and what is the cost of fuel? Try to schedule the trip so that you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the landscape - if you can find a way to ride through the mountains and high desert of the American West, you’re sure to have a memorable experience.


January 1, 2010

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The most common outcomes in motorcycle accidents are head injuries, which often cause death. With the rising and alarming statistics that occur every year, a lot of riders still refuse to wear helmets motorcycle and often times even risk the lives of people who ride along with them. Save your life by protecting your head in case of any road accidents.

Good modular motorcycle helmets have outer shells made of layers of fiber glass. They are manufactured by heating fiber glass to coat a mold and form the helmet shape. Once cooled down, the fiber glass outer shell becomes a very hard and durable material that can withstand extreme crash scenarios. The inner cushion is made of high quality foam material that will also help absorb the dynamic crash to protect your head from serious injuries.