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These are the days (TRI)

What if you could feel nostalgic for today—while it’s happening? This episode explores how reframing the present can bring joy, clarity, and calm amidst uncertainty. From gas station epiphanies to motorcycling metaphors, it’s a ride through time, perception, and the power of noticing what’s good right now.

Pat Tremblay, member since 2022 (200MBB)

200 Miles Before Breakfast is a podcast by, for and about the members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America. Episode 71 features Pat Tremblay, member since 2022. Pat spent the entire 2024-25 MOA Mileage Contest riding his 1966 R 27–a 250cc single-cylinder motorcycle older than he is. 200 Miles Before Breakfast is […]

Book review: My Heart Has Been in It From the Start, by Steve Larsen

Consistent with my first and only impression of Steve the person, “density” is an apt concept with which to begin a description of My Heart Has Been in It From the Start. This multidimensional memoir is heavy, both concretely and metaphorically. At nearly an inch and a half thick, it consists of 93 chapters and

The right tool for the job (TRI)

From trail-side heroics to the quiet joy of finding the perfect wrench, Mark explores the power, pride and occasional absurdity of tools in the life of a motorcyclist. Hear how a clutch cover fix in the wilderness became a triumph of ingenuity and what it means to be truly prepared.

Stacey Mayfield, Bobby Haas and their Moto Museum (RitS)

In just a few years, Bobby Haas and Stacey Mayfield assembled one of the most acclaimed motorcycle collections in the world. The Haas Moto Museum outside of Dallas, Texas, features 230 motorcycles dating from 1899 to the present. Most are vintage bikes but some are custom, one-of-a-kind creations that have been called rolling sculptures. Stacey

O’Fast 2025

Buckle up! Or, strap on your helmet. The choice is yours! We’re teaming up with the BMW Car Club of America for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Get ready to immerse yourself in the ultimate BMW enthusiast experience at O’Fast 2025 (formerly known as O’Fest). Whether you’re a seasoned Club

Marketplace-old

Placing ads in the Member Marketplace is exclusive to MOA members. Buy, sell or trade your motorcycle, sidecar, trike, parts, gear or accessories. Creating a listing is quick and easy. Search by category, location or keywords. And, question and answers are easier than ever. The new Member Marketplace is a free ad service exclusively for

Rally Rider Award

RALLY RIDER AWARDS The Pioneers are the unique and distinct group of 31 MOA members who have cemented their names in MOA history and lore by each having attended the first 10 BMW MOA National Rallies. THE PHOENIX AWARD Formerly known as the Rally Rider 50 award, the Phoenix Award (renamed for MOA Member Norm

BMW Owners News July 2025

Dustin Silvey shows us bigger isn't always better, Robert McIsaac gives his long-term evaluation of the R 100 RS, and Jackie Jouret looks back at the time when BMW NA took over motorcycle importing duties from Butler & Smith.

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