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The New 2009 BMW K1300R
Could it be? Can this be for real or is this some elaborate hoax! We all know how humorous those German engineers can be. I will take the bait and say this is the new 2009 BMW K1300R. This nak...
Missing the Ole’ Cruiser
It has been a long while since I have ridden a cruiser, but needing to run an errand last night, and my son’s Yamaha V-Star 1100, available, I decided “what the heck”! So I borro...
It’s Easier Than Ever To Get On A BMW.
For years, serious riders have always chosen to step up to a BMW Motorcycle. However, if these riders are on the shorter side, sometimes they wind up “stepping up” to a BMW bike in more wa...
The Indian Chief
Seriously, who among us hasn’t enjoyed the rich styling and design of the Indian Chief? Growing up it was one of my favorite bikes to look at, always a feast for the eyes. Here’s my qu...
Motorcycle Seats
Today’s motorcycle seats certainly have come a long way. Updates in technology have made them stylish, durable, and comfortable. Still, after logging many miles in the saddle the best of the...
Bikers Take Over Springfield, Ohio
The throaty rumble of approximately two thousand Harley Davidson’s, echoed throughout downtown Springfield today. Mid-Ohio Harley Davidson, and several other sponsors, threw quite a biker...
Suzuki GSX R 1000
In the course of any given week, I have several friends, and acquaintances, stop in to the Dealership to see how things are going, and talk about motorcycles. A few days ago, a friend of mine, ̶...
3 Ways Movies Have Shaped The Motorcycle Culture.
Since the golden age of film, motorcycles and movies, have fit together like Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Here’s three ways movies have shaped the public perception, and molded an ent...
Routine Maintenance
Hope you have had the time to eat up a little asphalt this week. If not, perhaps over the weekend. I just reviewed the mileage on my bike, and it is already time for another oil change. It se...
AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days at Mid-Ohio
4:45 a.m. My wake up call for this Sunday morning. Some hot coffee, a quick shower, and I am heading out the door. In 2 hours KTRSD will be track side at the largest celebration of vintage mot...
Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum
One of the things I most enjoyed about elementary school, were the field trips! With sack lunches in hand, we would climb on the school bus, slowly heading off to visit exciting place such as CO...
Triumph and BMW Tie For Bike of the Week
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A Different Mindset
I am beginning to research how motorcycling in Europe differs from motorcycle in the States. If anyone can turn me on to some good resources dealing with this subject, I would greatly appreciate you...
No Ties!
Fathers Day around our house turned out to be a Super day! After completing a chore, or two, we joined Michelles’ mom and dad for lunch. Then the boys and I headed out for a ride. We jump...
Alton Brown Envy
Recently I have been thinking about the greatest job a guy could have, and I think I may have found it. The job? Hosting the Food Network show, “Feasting on Asphalt”. Yes, in my hum...
Bike Week Or Bust!
On Wednesday I rode three hours to the North to attend Ohio Bike Week 2008. Only a few weeks earlier I had spent a couple of days at Myrtle Beach Bike Week and was eagerly anticipating the energy, ...
A Day At Ohio Bike Week
Good morning! After this last cup of coffee I am heading out. I will pick up St. Rt. 4 and head North for three hours, or until I run into Lake Erie. The trail will end in the city of Sandus...
The RT
While waiting for the burgers to finish on the grill, I grabbed the camera and took a couple photos of the RT. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "The RT", url: "http://keeptherubbersidedown.net/2008/06/10/...
A Bavarian Party
BMW Motorrad is ready to welcome more than 34,000 motorcyclists to its rally in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany.Riders of all makes and models are invited to the town in the Bavarian Alps July 4-6 for...
The Things Women Do.
In recent days I have had significant opportunity to observe more than one woman looking extremely uncomfortable on the back of a motorcycle. I’m certain there are many woman who love being...
7 Things I Appreciated About The R1100RT
Now that I have some miles under my belt with the R1100RT. Here’s a few things I appreciated about this bike. 1. Heated hand-grips: they were great while riding in the very early mornin...
The Garage: There’s No Place Like Home.
I have spent the past few evenings in my garage fitting my bike for the trip. seating adjustments suspension adjustments adding extensions for the tank bag. placing my sheepskin seat cover on (swee...
Sexy Bike
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10 Sexiest Motorcycles!
At Ricks Rambling I am putting together a list of the 10 Sexiest Bloggers. So what if KTRSD comes up with a list of the 10 Sexiest Motorcycles. What bike would you nominate? SHARETHIS.addEntr...
Police Motorcycles
I have always had a fascination with Police Bikes. As a kid I once saw a bubble gum card of a Motto Guzzi Police Cycle and I was hooked. Recently I ran across an article entitled The History of ...
What Do You Think About Throttle Locks?
Recently I have been spending a lot of time considering the effectiveness of cruise control, throttle locks, and throttle levers, for motorcycles. Apart from the inherent danger of using these ...
In The Candy Store
I had occasion to stop into the MC repair shop this week and saw this Moto Guzzi being worked on. I so enjoy going into this shop because the owner always has a garage full of interesting motorcycle...
Triumph America
A friend stopped by the dealership today and while he was there I snapped a few photos of his beautiful Triumph America. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Triumph America", url: "http://keeptherubbersided...