I've always had mixed feelings about Harley-Davidson accessories. They have some beautiful, well-made bits that I desperately want to bolt to my bike, but then I see their logo on everything from mud flaps to minivans. I respect a company that puts out great products, but they tend to plaster their name around town ...

There are a few things that I always have on my bike: a set of tools, maps, a flashlight, a mini-compressor, a first aid kit, bungee cords, oil... and I'll stop there because this list is getting long. You may be wondering why I carry so much, but everything I just ...

Conserving space is important, whether you're on a bike or in a small apartment. Thus, I like things that are stackable, like Dowco's Iron Rider luggage.

Six different bags with six different purposes are included in the Iron Rider system. All are ready to strap and stack on your bike alone or ...

So, for the sake of amiability, I'm not going to tell you that you need to run out and buy the Venom tires by Avon Tyres (that's British English for "Tires"). We're all adults and we make adult decisions, so here are the facts:

Avon has been making tires since 1890 and tires for motorcycles ...

A bike is not a couch, and while many touring bikes sport comfortable butt-holders, long road trips can seriously infringe on one's ability to sit anywhere at all. You can shift position some over the long haul, but it's a little restrictive where you can go, obviously.

A seat ...

Harley-Davidson touring bikes aren't known for handling prowess in the esses, and in fact they've sometimes been described as having a hinge in the middle. It can be disconcerting to go into a turn while your bike's back end meanders about, seemingly of its own whim and accord. But then, touring ...

Staying dry on a ride is high on my list of priorities. But then I don't really know anyone who actually enjoys becoming soaked to the bone. Even ducks don't like it. That's why they're… well, you know… waterproof.

Meanwhile, Nelson-Rigg has been supplying rain protection since 1972. Their ...

I am in the market for a new set of saddlebags, so I've been going over my routines to find out what features I need. Right now, I have classic leather bags with no bells or whistles. They pack as well as cardboard boxes and to remove them I need ...

Some parts are easily replaced in their entirety, but sometimes a broken piece is ridiculously expensive. Or you break certain parts regularly, or like me you simply prefer fixing things yourself. And if perhaps you've done some damage to one of your plastic parts by performing a modification, ...

A lot of hubbub is going on about the Pro Circuit Works pipe. Some people love them and some people hate them, but the reasons are different and everyone is right. I realize this sounds contradictory, but bear with me.

The Pro Circuit, first off, is a fantastic-looking pipe. It has a visceral ...