RIDE INSPIRED!

Shop news

George breaks some big news about the shop, and it snows.

Dallas Shannon wants to shake up motorcycle training (TRI)

In this two-parter, Mark and Dallas Shannon discuss the evolution of the Traction eRAG, the importance of structured training, and the cultural differences in riding education.

Is Riding Worth the Risk?

In this episode of RITS, Ed continues to ponder the risks and rewards of riding following the motorcycle death of his friend Tom Moffat. He raises valid concerns about the safety of riding and offers the views of prominent motorcyclists on the subject. Among them is Mark Barnes, author of “Why We Ride” and host of the BMW podcast “The Ride Inside.”

Understanding Member Benefits with Ted Moyer (200MBB)

Find out all about a bunch of different benefits being an MOA member will offer you!

Standing on Safer Ground

Most North Texas BMW motorcycle riders know of K Avenue running north-south from Dallas through Plano, but not everybody knows the history of the area.

Returning the R 18 Roctane

I hauled BMW’s R 18 Roctane up to Morton’s BMW so they can pick it up. The R 18 was a bear to get on the trailer. It’s so long I had to go in at an angle.

Bonus nice day in early January

I’ve officially ridden over 100 miles on the R 90/6!

PLACES TO RIDE INSPIRED!

NEWS & REVIEWS

According to a January, 2026, press release, BMW Motorrad reported 202,563 motorcycles sold globally in 2025. This represents a 3.7% decrease in sales compared to 2024 (210,408), though the marque’s...
These gloves are well suited for use with vintage motorcycles, six-volt systems and riders without heated grips who want battery-powered warmth for short to moderate rides in cold weather....
The California Superbike School has released its full 2026 nationwide schedule. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your cornering skills, boost confidence, or gain a deeper understanding of your bike’s capabilities,...
It was a Sunday chock-full of shocking Superbike action with Tytlers Cycle Racing’s Beaubier somehow coming out of it all with the title, despite going into the final day of...

(adapted from a BMW Motorrad press release) (please enjoy BMW’s obviously AI-generated photos of the new bike, plus a couple from just outside the bathroom at corporate headquarters) BMW finally...

Nearly a decade ago, I had the incredible pleasure of riding with a friend from Alicante, Spain, north along the Mediterranean Sea to Barcelona before heading inland and across the...

At every MOA National Rally, I’m vigilant for new products that might be worth a report to the membership–preferably something clever and unexpected. I especially appreciate “better mousetraps” that meet...

Tire pressure may be the most neglected maintenance procedure in all of motorcycling. Back when I was regularly attending AMA races, tire vendors would sometimes go down a long row...

In their efforts to remind riders around the world of the modularity and adaptability of the R nineT platform – and its new R 12 brothers – BMW Motorrad released...

POSTCARDS FROM THE ROAD