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2012 Suzuki DL 650 V-Strom Recall

Suzuki has recalled certain model DL650 V-Strom motorcycles and AN400/AN650 scooters due to brake-light actuation failure.

Suzuki says around 1,396 models manufactured prior to Dec. 17, 2011 are potentially affected.

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Safety Sphere Motorcycle Protection Concept

Inflatable protection is nothing new in the ever-changing world of motorcycle-safety innovations.

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KYMCO UXV 500 Recall

KYMCO has recalled various model UXV side-by-sides due to potential fire hazards. KYMCO says about 1876 of the following models built from 2009-2012 have been affected: UXV 500/500i, UXV 500/500iLE and UXV500/500iSE.

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Motorcycle Instructor

Yamaha Champions Riding School instructors Nick Ienatsch and Ken Hill have launched a new website, FasterSafer.com, to promote motorcycle safety.

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2012 Vespa, Fly Recall

The Italian manufacturer Piaggio has recalled 2,147 scooters due to electrical problems with ignition modules.

Piaggio says the following scooters have been recalled: certain model year 2011-2012 Fly 50 4T 4-Valve scooters, 2010-2012 Vespa LX50 4T 4-Valve scooters, and 2009-2012 Vespa S50 4T 4-Valve scooters.

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Fastersafer.com - A Motorcycle Rider's Best Investment

Fastersafer.com brings proven, championship-winning riding techniques to anyone with a desire to ride a motorcycle better and the ability to operate a computer or smart phone.

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Motorcycle Tire Guide Download

Motorcycle safety begins well before riding. And one technique that's sure to enhance safety is a thorough inspection of the motorcycle.

Where to begin? Where the rubber meets the road - motorcycle tires.

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AMA Pro Racing Tech Tips

Whether you're switching back in turn 11 at your favorite track day or commuting to work on your bike, knowing how to properly maintain your tires is a necessity.

Properly maintained tires help to ensure your safety, and will also perform better and last longer, meaning you can spend your hard earned money on other upgrades.

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Honda Gold Wing Recall

Due to a potential defect of the brake's secondary master cylinder, Honda has recalled certain model 2001-2010 and 2012 GL1800 Gold Wing motorcycles.

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CRMOTO Motorcycle Recall

CFMOTO, a Chinese motorcycle/scooter manufacturer, has recalled 6,405 CF250T motorcycles due to not complying with federal regulations.

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Free Download

As experienced motorcyclists it's all too easy to start thinking that we know it all and that we couldn't possibly learn a single thing from a free beginner's riding manual.

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Motorcycle Safety

How many times have you witnessed drivers texting behind the wheel, not paying attention to anything on the road?

Texting while driving has become a major issue over the past few years, and many accidents are attributed to it on a daily basis.