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Motorcycle Frame Repair: Can You? Should You?

Motorcycle Frame Repair: Can You? Should You?

Motorcycle Frame Repair: Can You? Should You?

It can be done, but sometimes it shouldn't.

By Kate Murphy Sep 11, 2019

Hooligans Attempt Stunt, Fail, Lose Motorcycle In Fiery Crash

Hooligans Attempt Stunt, Fail, Lose Motorcycle In Fiery Crash

Hooligans Attempt Stunt, Fail, Lose Motorcycle In Fiery Crash

It's pretty much a textbook example of "don't try this at home."

By Kate Murphy Aug 27, 2019

Jerk In A Truck Intentionally Hits A Motorcyclist

Jerk In A Truck Intentionally Hits A Motorcyclist

Jerk In A Truck Intentionally Hits A Motorcyclist

He admitted it on scene.

By Kate Murphy Aug 09, 2019

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Weekend WTF: Motorcycle Movie Physics

Weekend WTF: Motorcycle Movie Physics

Weekend WTF: Motorcycle Movie Physics

Movie motorcycle crashes are always so... clean.

By Kate Murphy Jul 19, 2019

Ask RideApart: I Dropped My Motorcycle. Now What?

Ask RideApart: I Dropped My Motorcycle. Now What?

Ask RideApart: I Dropped My Motorcycle. Now What?

Sometimes it's fine. Sometimes you need a tow.

By Kate Murphy Jul 16, 2019

Heart Surgeon Saves Crashed Biker

Heart Surgeon Saves Crashed Biker's Life With Roadside Surgery

Heart Surgeon Saves Crashed Biker's Life With Roadside Surgery

This wasn't rocket surgery, it was far more important.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut Jun 12, 2019

Rider Falls Asleep, Has Super Scary Crash

Rider Falls Asleep, Has Super Scary Crash

Rider Falls Asleep, Has Super Scary Crash

Riding tired is dangerous!

By Kate Murphy Jun 06, 2019

Terrible Driver Kills Two More Motorcyclists

Terrible Driver Kills Two More Motorcyclists

Terrible Driver Kills Two More Motorcyclists

Yes, you read that right. He had already killed a motorcyclist less than two years ago.

By Kate Murphy Jun 04, 2019

Texting Teen Gets Slap On Wrist For Killing Motorcyclists

Texting Teen Gets Slap On Wrist For Killing Motorcyclists

Texting Teen Gets Slap On Wrist For Killing Motorcyclists

Put. Your. Phone. Down.

By Kate Murphy Jun 03, 2019

Magic: Split-In-Half SBK Fixed And Back On Track Overnight

Magic: Split-In-Half SBK Fixed And Back On Track Overnight

Magic: Split-In-Half SBK Fixed And Back On Track Overnight

Is your mechanic this kind of magician?

By Kate Murphy May 31, 2019

Inglewood Mayor Crashes Into Bike Cop

Inglewood Mayor Crashes Into Bike Cop

Inglewood Mayor Crashes Into Bike Cop

A different type of the dreaded car-turning-left-collision…

By Tim Huber May 04, 2019

Houston Motorcyclist Killed By Road Rager

Houston Motorcyclist Killed By Road Rager

Houston Motorcyclist Killed By Road Rager

Splitting lanes is not a crime punishable by death.

By Kate Murphy Apr 17, 2019

Detroit Man Killed When Bike Loses Rear Wheel On Freeway

Detroit Man Killed When Bike Loses Rear Wheel On Freeway

Detroit Man Killed When Bike Loses Rear Wheel On Freeway

This is terrifying.

By Jason Marker Apr 08, 2019

Dying Biker's Sacrifice Saves Lives, Inspires Organ Donors

Dying Biker's Sacrifice Saves Lives, Inspires Organ Donors

Loving mother of fallen motorcyclist gives the gift of life and sight in honor of her son's memory.

By Sophia Vassiliadis Mar 08, 2019

Back To School: What To Do On A Crash Scene

Back To School: What To Do On A Crash Scene

Back To School: What To Do On A Crash Scene

This class teaches you what to do when a rider goes down.

By Justin Hughes Feb 17, 2019

Watch A Squid Stunter Crash Into A Cop

Watch A Squid Stunter Crash Into A Cop

Watch A Squid Stunter Crash Into A Cop

Wheelie wanker runs his ride right into the arms of Johnny Law.

By Sophia Vassiliadis Jan 10, 2019

Ask RideApart: If I

Ask RideApart: If I'm first at a crash scene, how can I help?

Ask RideApart: If I'm first at a crash scene, how can I help?

5 easy-to-follow steps that that will help you administer First Aid to a fellow fallen rider.

By Sophia Vassiliadis Jan 03, 2019

Watch These Wannabe Riding Robbers Crime And Crash

Watch These Wannabe Riding Robbers Crime And Crash

Watch These Wannabe Riding Robbers Crime And Crash

Sometimes it’s better to just stay on the couch.

By Sophia Vassiliadis Dec 07, 2018

Cell Phone Bans Are Saving Bikers, Study Says

Cell Phone Bans Are Saving Bikers, Study Says

Cell Phone Bans Are Saving Bikers, Study Says

Motorcycle fatalities are down in states with bans on handheld cell phone use.

By Justin Hughes Dec 07, 2018

Watch This Rude Hooligan Crash Himself

Watch This Rude Hooligan Crash Himself

Watch This Rude Hooligan Crash Himself

This could be considered a case of instant karma.

By Justin Hughes Dec 05, 2018

International Motorcycle Shows

Harley-Davidson Shows Us How To Pick Up A Bike

Harley-Davidson Shows Us How To Pick Up A Bike

Harley-Davidson Shows Us How To Pick Up A Bike

A demonstration at IMS shows how anyone can pick up a dropped bike.

By Justin Hughes Dec 03, 2018

Local Man Loses Arm in Late Night Motorcycle Crash

Local Man Loses Arm in Late Night Motorcycle Crash

Local Man Loses Arm in Late Night Motorcycle Crash

Someone give this guy a hand

By Jason Marker Oct 01, 2018

This Rider's Speed Wobble Ended Badly

This Rider's Speed Wobble Ended Badly

Death Wobbles don't need to end badly

By Sophia Vassiliadis Sep 27, 2018

Motorcycles Exist and Other Amazing Road Revelations

Motorcycles Exist and Other Amazing Road Revelations

Motorcycles Exist and Other Amazing Road Revelations

Improved Motorcycle Safety The Goal of 2018 NTSB Study

By Sophia Vassiliadis Sep 18, 2018

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