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Ride your motorcycle through Wisconsin’s Kickapoo River Valley

The Kickapoo River Valley takes its name from the Kickapoo River, which meanders through west-central Wisconsin. The word “Kickapoo” comes from the language of the Algonquian people, translating to "one who goes here, then there”—a very appropriate name for this very crooked river. At 126 miles long, the Kickapoo is the longest tributary of the Wisconsin River. Yet as the crow flies, the river covers...

A motorcycle rider’s guide to Virginia’s Back of the Dragon

While most people believe dragons only exist in fairy tales and the occasional TV series, motorcycle riders know dragons are real. They’re nestled in the mountains and valleys of this great nation, awaiting daring riders who come to challenge them. We’ve met dragons before—the Wing of the Dragon in Missouri—and now we head east to explore the Back of the Dragon. What is the Back of...

How to sell a motorcycle

If you've had your motorcycle for any length of time, selling it can be a bittersweet—even if it means you’re upgrading to a new-to-you bike. But we have good news: How hard is it to sell a used motorcycle? Thankfully, selling a used motorcycle isn't hard at all. You'll have to watch out for scammers and make sure you have the right paperwork. But aside...

Ride Wisconsin’s Kettle Moraine Zig-Zag

In eastern Wisconsin, an incredible landscape was created several millennia ago when two glacial lobes smashed together, resulting in what’s now called the Kettle Moraine. You can experience this natural beauty along the 115-mile Kettle Moraine Scenic Drive, which winds its way south through the state. Today we’ll focus on one particularly fun section of this route: the Kettle Moraine Zig-Zag. Navigating Kettle Moraine Zig-Zag...

A motorcycle rider’s guide to Virginia’s Skyline Drive

When you think of incredible mountain roads on the east coast, be sure not to overlook Skyline Drive. Here’s what you need to know as you plan your motorcycle ride along this scenic route. Navigating Skyline Drive on your motorcycle This often-overlooked route features 105 twisting, turning miles through the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park, offering jaw-dropping views around every bend. The road...