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What Happens After A Crash: My First-Person Account

What Happens After A Crash: My First-Person Account

What Happens After A Crash: My First-Person Account

Forewarned is forearmed.

By Justin Hughes 11 October 2020

What Do You Do When Your Brakes Fail At 134 MPH? Jump Ship.

What Do You Do When Your Brakes Fail At 134 MPH? Jump Ship.

What Do You Do When Your Brakes Fail At 134 MPH? Jump Ship.

Massive crash? Check. Rider OK? Check. Bike engulfed in flames? That, too.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 24 August 2020

Driver Strikes Three Bikes In Suspected Terrorist Act

Driver Strikes Three Bikes In Suspected Terrorist Act

Driver Strikes Three Bikes In Suspected Terrorist Act

He also claimed to have a dangerous object inside a metal box.

By Justin Hughes 22 August 2020

Two Riders Dead, One Injured In First Fatal Crash Of Sturgis 2020

Two Riders Dead, One Injured In First Fatal Crash Of Sturgis 2020

Two Riders Dead, One Injured In First Fatal Crash Of Sturgis 2020

Overall crashes are up for the year over the same period in 2019.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 12 August 2020

Ask RideApart: How Do I Respond To A Motorcycle Crash?

Ask RideApart: How Do I Respond To A Motorcycle Crash?

Ask RideApart: How Do I Respond To A Motorcycle Crash?

When the worst happens.

By Sabrina Giacomini 29 July 2020

Let EveRide Inspire You To Get Back On The Bike

Let EveRide Inspire You To Get Back On The Bike

Let EveRide Inspire You To Get Back On The Bike

We ride, we crash, we ride again.

By Justin Hughes 18 July 2020

Aussie Startup Will Scan Your Helmet To See If It's Safe To Use After A Crash

Aussie Startup Will Scan Your Helmet To See If It's Safe To Use After A Crash

Aussie Startup Will Scan Your Helmet To See If It's Safe To Use After A Crash

The scanner will check your skid lid for damage.

By Zac Kurylyk 17 July 2020

California Highway Patrol Lays Felony Charge After Fiery Hit-And-Run

California Highway Patrol Lays Felony Charge After Fiery Hit-And-Run

California Highway Patrol Lays Felony Charge After Fiery Hit-And-Run

Thankfully, the rider seems mostly okay in the aftermath.

By Zac Kurylyk 24 June 2020

The Road Rash Queen Wants To Do A TED Talk

The Road Rash Queen Wants To Do A TED Talk

The Road Rash Queen Wants To Do A TED Talk

Brittany Morrow wants to take her safety message even further.

By Zac Kurylyk 02 June 2020

01:56 Positions

Opinion: Guy Flying Off Highway Ramp Proves We All Need Training

Opinion: Guy Flying Off Highway Ramp Proves We All Need Training

Opinion: Guy Flying Off Highway Ramp Proves We All Need Training

Gee... target fixation much?

By Sabrina Giacomini 04 May 2020

American MX Legend Marty Smith Has Died

American MX Legend Marty Smith Has Died

American MX Legend Marty Smith Has Died

AMA Hall of Famer has passed away after a dune buggy crash.

By Zac Kurylyk 29 April 2020

North Carolina Man Sues Over Harley Death Wobble

North Carolina Man Sues Over Harley Death Wobble

North Carolina Man Sues Over Harley Death Wobble

The wreck resulted in serious injuries.

By Dustin Wheelen 03 April 2020

Court Awards $2.6 Million To Rider Badly Injured By Potholes

Court Awards $2.6 Million To Rider Badly Injured By Potholes

Court Awards $2.6 Million To Rider Badly Injured By Potholes

The county must also pay his medical expenses.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 05 March 2020

How To Ride A Motorcycle Again After Your First Crash

How To Ride A Motorcycle Again After Your First Crash

How To Ride A Motorcycle Again After Your First Crash

Only you know the answers, but here's some guidance.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 02 March 2020

Weekend WTF: Fleeing Justice Or Diplomatic Immunity?

Weekend WTF: Fleeing Justice Or Diplomatic Immunity?

Weekend WTF: Fleeing Justice Or Diplomatic Immunity?

Anne Sacoolas's claim of diplomatic immunity after a fatal motorcycle crash has riders mobilizing in protest.

By Justin Hughes 29 February 2020

California Man Tracks Down Driver Suspected Of Killing His Wife

California Man Tracks Down Driver Suspected Of Killing His Wife

California Man Tracks Down Driver Suspected Of Killing His Wife

We mourn a motorcyclist, Navy Veteran, and mother of eight.

By Dustin Wheelen 11 February 2020

Man Keeps His Amputated Arm Forever After Bike Crash

Man Keeps His Amputated Arm Forever After Bike Crash

Man Keeps His Amputated Arm Forever After Bike Crash

He had it taxidermied.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 02 January 2020

Post-Crash Analysis: Learn From Your Mistakes

Post-Crash Analysis: Learn From Your Mistakes

Post-Crash Analysis: Learn From Your Mistakes

Learn from others', too!

By Kate Murphy 18 December 2019

Pop Star Zac Hanson Recovering After Motorcycle Crash

Pop Star Zac Hanson Recovering After Motorcycle Crash

Pop Star Zac Hanson Recovering After Motorcycle Crash

Hanson's drummer crashed while preparing for a cross-country ride.

By Justin Hughes 06 October 2019

3 Dead When Rally Car Hits Family On Motorcycle

3 Dead When Rally Car Hits Family On Motorcycle

3 Dead When Rally Car Hits Family On Motorcycle

The fatal crash occurred on the first stage of an Indian National Rally Championship event.

By Justin Hughes 22 September 2019

Texting Driver Nearly Flattens Motorcycle Rider

Texting Driver Nearly Flattens Motorcycle Rider

Texting Driver Nearly Flattens Motorcycle Rider

“I’m Sorry” isn’t good enough.

By Jacob Black 10 September 2019

Riding Dirty: Good Boots And Dirt Naps

Riding Dirty: Good Boots And Dirt Naps

Riding Dirty: Good Boots And Dirt Naps

A pair of good boots is an absolute necessity for dirt riding.

By Justin Hughes 31 August 2019

Terrible Driver Now Charged With Manslaughter In Deaths Of Two Motorcyclists

Terrible Driver Now Charged With Manslaughter In Deaths Of Two Motorcyclists

Terrible Driver Now Charged With Manslaughter In Deaths Of Two Motorcyclists

He's scheduled to appear in court to answer these charges in September 2019.

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 26 August 2019

Motorcycle Culture

Opinion: Motorcycle Crashes Are Not Photo Shoot Opps

Opinion: Motorcycle Crashes Are Not Photo Shoot Opps

Opinion: Motorcycle Crashes Are Not Photo Shoot Opps

What was anyone here even thinking... unless the outrage was the point?

By Janaki Jitchotvisut 20 August 2019

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