A quick note before we get into it. I know this post runs long. I have lost too many friends on bikes, and I have watched too many good riders get caught off guard by a deer. If anything in here ke...
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Every great motorcycle run starts with a roar—but first, riders need to know when and where to roll in. That’s where your event flyer comes in. Done right, it’s not just paper—it’s the engine that...
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If you're a motorcyclist, you've likely experienced that unique, almost sacred moment when you pass another rider on the road, and they give you "the wave." It's not just any wave—it's often two fi...
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I ride a 2017 Road King with a 131 crate motor and too much chrome, but I like it. it's my dream bike. In fact, My Wife and 2 sons both have Road Kings also. When it comes to iconic motorcycles, fe...
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I want to make a movie someday that involves the mistakes of a new rider's club that ignored or didn't know the rules of starting a club and the conflicts that arise. I've started the script and ha...
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Motorcycle culture is a rich tapestry woven with threads of adventure, rebellion, camaraderie, and freedom. From its early days to the modern era, the world of motorcycles has evolved significantly...
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We took our bikes in to get their checkups at the beginning of the year. Some of my family rode more than others last year, some didn't even need an oil change yet and grumbled about getting it don...
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Today my son was moving my motorcycle into the garage with her brand new tires and the ground was a little wet. The back tire kicked out on him a little bit when he came around the corner because t...
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Most states have laws that require the use of a helmet while riding a motorcycle, with very few states having no such regulations on the books. This means that, chances are, you’ll need to have a h...
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Amongst my friends, I'm the PackTalk pusher. I'm always trying to get my friends to get one so when we ride, we can talk. I also end up upgrading them for a lot of my friends when they stop over to...
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Group rides are a great time—not only are you doing something you love, you’re doing it with a group of equally passionate, like-minded peers and friends. With this in mind, it’s crucial that you f...
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There’s nothing quite like a ride in the summer, the warm sun balancing out the breeze of the open road. Of course, that isn’t to say that you don’t need to be mindful of just how warm that sun is,...
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Getting out on the open road is an exhilarating experience… until you start feeling the miles as they go by. In order to keep these aches and pains from ruining your experience as a rider, we wante...
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On October 29, 2021, the New York State Stop Loud and Excessive Exhaust Pollution Act (or SLEEP Act) was signed into law by Governor Kathy Hochul. Let’s go over what this law establishes, and why—e...
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Safety should be, above everything else, a rider’s first priority. While this month is officially the month to be especially aware of rider safety while out on the road, we wanted to review a few t...
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Riding is only fun if everyone gets home safely, so I wanted to very briefly share a few essential tips to help keep everyone safe.
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May is here, and hopefully (but who knows with the weather here for those of us in Upstate New York) spring is in full swing—and with it, the weather should be consistently good enough for some rid...
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It should come as no surprise that safety is a huge priority for our organization. After all, as fun as it is to get out there and ride, it can quickly become hazardous to you and those around you...
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Boy, these were hard to choose. There are really so many good songs, not all the songs on this list are my speed but they are cute or iconic. Something for everyone!
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DryRuns and DryRuns.org is not a part of the American Legion Riders. DryRuns.org is a separate initiative built to help all motorcycle organizations, promote responsible riding to save lives worldw...
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