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Having access to or owning a truck with a flatbed can be ideal for those who need larger vehicles for travel, frequently go off-roading, or often haul large loads (like motorcycles, jet skis, or ATVs). However, if you don’t already have access to a flatbed truck, purchasing one solely to haul motorcycles and dirt bikes, isn’t always achievable. Luckily there are hitch carriers, trailers, and ramps that you can invest in to help smooth your motorcycle and dirt bike transporting process.

Motorcycles have been a relatively popular alternative for drivers over the years. There has been a significant increase in motorcycle sales and registration; many people are focusing on safety and training to make the most out of their two-wheeled vehicle. There are many reasons a driver would consider buying a motorcycle, including: Experiencing freedom on the open road, Facilitating a confident look or reputation, Creating an easier commute, Consuming less fuel,

Motorcycle, dirt bike, ATV, and other motor vehicle crashes can be detrimental, but some damage may be preventable by wearing a helmet. According to a CDC study on motorcycle safety: wearing a helmet reduces the chance of death by 37%; wearing a helmet reduces the risk of head injury by 69%; just under 2,000 lives were saved in 2016 by helmets; an additional 802 motorcyclists could have been saved if they had worn helmets.

Whether you like to cruise down the highway on your motorcycle or explore the backcountry on your four-wheeler, you need to know how to transport your gear properly to keep it in good working order for as long as possible. Generally, riding your vehicle to your destination is the easiest way to transport it, but depending on where you’re going or what you’re doing, that may not be a viable option.

Are you a performance junkie or a leisurely cruiser? Do you like to stay in touch with your motorcyclist friends as you ride on the weekends or do you prefer to plan multi-day trips down to the penny? There are no shortage of motorcycle riding apps and the great news is that most are free or cost very little for the large amount of features they pack. Here are our top picks:

Loading a motorcycle into a pickup truck isn’t easy, but it should always be safe. If you have the option to use a ramp with or without an arch, the one with the arch should be your top choice every time. But why an arch? I hear you say. What makes an arched ramp so special? My motorcycle has pretty high clearance, I could probably load it just fine with a straight ramp.

Every motorcycle enthusiast knows the importance of a good dolly. At some point, we’ve all had to shuffle equipment around the garage to try to get our bikes to fit. And, come spring, it’s almost impossible to get it out without bumping and scraping everything that’s piled up around it.

Access to the great outdoors through open roads, desert highways, and riding in community with people can bring healing and therapeutic benefits to motorcyclists. For those that serve or have served in the military, the feelings of adrenaline, adventure, and camaraderie can provide stress relief, socialization, and solutions for physical and mental health. The benefits associated with motorcycling make the hobby a popular pastime for military personnel. This guide offers an analysis of benefits as well as an introduction, important information, and resources to discovering and accessing motorcycle therapy.

ATGATT is an acronym that stands for “all the gear, all the time,” a motorcycling philosophy that encourages bikers to gear up and ride safely for every trip they take on the road. This means wearing the proper protective gear from head to toe, including helmet, gloves, jacket, pants and shoes/boots.