JEANETTE TRAN
When having gas is a good thing...As I am sitting in my car on the way home from work, stuck in some pretty heavy evening traffic, the orange gas light taunts me.
Feb 8, 2010 | Columnist Page | 
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JEANETTE TRAN
Time to hit the road...Finding that perfect roommates is always a tricky thing and I just so happen to have the worse luck with them. About three months ago I was looking for a place to move into, and ended up debating between two different places that was available at the time.
Jan 22, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
All work, no ride ... boggles the mindIt’s time to ring in the New Year with some riding! Or that is what I had hoped for...instead I am swamped with work and seeing nothing but my desk and computer screen all almost 7 days a week.
Jan 5, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Wind BlowsAfter stuffing myself with a good helping of turkey and the best homemade pumpkin cheesecake ever (thanks sis!) it was time to pack and load up to go to the track! Track days after Thanksgiving just give more reasons to give thanks.
Dec 10, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Gratitude For the Biker AttitudeIn the spirit of Thanksgiving this month, I wanted to use this article to express how grateful I am for my friends in the motorcycling world. I have never seen or known a greater group of people than the group of friends I have made over the last three years I have been riding.
Nov 27, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Moto Tricks for Treats, Anyone?This past Halloween I was really excited to dress up and run amuck around town in a costume. It was not until a few days before Halloween that my friends brought to my attention that there was a possibility of combining that passion for dressing up and my passion for riding all into one!
Nov 6, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Flat out of luck...?After my last fiasco with the bike, it took a week before it was all put together again in tip-top running condition. (Many thanks to my friend(s) for pulling through and helping me out on this one).
Oct 22, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Burning the midnight (motor) oilSo the first chance that I got, my bike ended up over at a friend's garage and a few of us started to pull that thing apart. (Of course, do not try this at home on your own unless you know what you are doing.)
Oct 6, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
A Bike with a Broken HeartSo I picked up my bike from my friend's garage on Friday night, and I was very excited because this was going to be the first time I was going to really ride it.
Sep 21, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Say Hello to Scarlet!I now have a lovely new-to-me bike sitting in the garage! I am so excited to have a set of 2 wheels again, and I cannot stop thinking about all of the rides and adventures I have to look forward to.
Sep 6, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
The WidthdrawalSo my total count of motorcycles has gone from four to one. I still cannot believe that I have gone from owning three motorcycles and a dirt bike all at once, to now having just the dirt bike.
Aug 6, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Young and DangerousNot only does being a rider myself make me more aware of other motorcyclist while I am in my car, but it also seems to spread to my friends and family as well. It is nice to know that they are becoming more aware of motorcyclist and looking out for them while making lane changes and just while driving in general.
Jul 21, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
A Risk Worth Fighting ForA few days ago I found out that one of the riders on the forums that I frequent was in a terrible motorcycle accident. She was fortunate to have survived the accident, but the past few days have been a struggle... It is always painful to hear about riders who are involved in accidents, but this one in particular caused a tidal wave effect throughout the motorcycle community.
Jul 7, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Dirty Girl Addiction"What goes up, must come down." "When it rain, it pours." My first day dirt riding was the epitome of those phrases combined. Since I have been riding about three years now, I assumed that I would have enough know how to be able to successfully ride my dirt bike for the first time.
Jun 21, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Adding it up: The Cost of AdrenalineSo the thought crossed my mind as to how much adrenaline would cost if we put a price to it. Despite the fact that motorcycle riding is an expensive hobby I still do it for that thrill and rush of excitement when I hop on my bike. So what about trying out other extreme sports?
Jun 5, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
For Sale: Female Owned...A friend of mine recently had her bike put up for sale on the local forums, and the ad itself seemed simple enough, so it surprised me when someone started a nice ranting thread shortly after the ad was posted in regards to the phrase "Female Owned
Kay 21, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
ABEL LIN
BikeEXIF - Classic Moto ImageryIf photography and motorcycles are your hobby - or you simply enjoy looking at cool pictures of classic motorcycles, check out BikeEXIF.com.
May 12, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
ABEL LIN
Norton 961 CommandoThe Norton name has changed hands several times since its heyday. It looks like the newest UK-based owner is planning to bring Kenny Dreer's 961 Commando to life.
Mar 25, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
ABEL LIN
Deal's Gap on a GoldwingCool video on two guys making a run on Deal's Gap with Goldwings - why did a get a 998 only to complain about riding position?
Mar 25, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Can't Believe You're Really GoneIn this economic slump, dramatic times call for drastic measures, but who would have thought I would actually sell one of my children for some spending money. Okay, so it is not really my child, but still...
Feb 21, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JED HUNT
When Swallowing a Goldfish, Do it QuicklyI was busily staring at a blank Word document today (willing this column to write itself before tomorrow's deadline) when one of my myriad instant messengers chimed.
Mar 20, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Raining MemoriesNext time you see rain, try giving into your adventurous side and take the bike out for a spin! (Be safe about it, of course) Either that, or attempting to pull your bike inside the house for a little cuddle wouldn't hurt either.
Feb 21, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JED HUNT
How to Buy a Sportbike (Without Selling Your Soul!)Our favorite humorist explores the dark side of buying a motorcycle and explains why the devil rides a Harley.
Feb 6, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
ABEL LIN
La storia della Ducati SuperbikeI came across this nice video that I thought I'd share with the other Ducatisti out there. Like many, I'm partial to the 916 body style.
Feb 2, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
Getting Around that Mental RoadblockMy whole body was itching to jump on my bike and (as corny as this sounds) take off riding into the sunset on some random back roads. When I told him that, he asked me "Why not? What is stopping you?" and I found myself explaining to him that I do not go and jump on my bike for evening solo rides because I'm a girl.
Jan 21, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JED HUNT
All Skidding AsideI was sitting in the emergency room with a broken wrist when I decided it was time to install antilock brakes on my motorcycle. My swollen right hand twitched as I thought about the sequence of events which had placed me in this bleached waiting room...
Jan 7, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JEANETTE TRAN
More than Just Sugar and SpiceSeeing as to how this is my first contribution to SMR, I thought it would be fitting to give a short introduction for myself and point out a few obvious things. Yes, I am a girl. And yes, I ride motorcycles. After riding for a few years now, it still never ceases to amaze me the responses that I get when people see me with my motorcycle.
Dec 23, 2008 | Columnist Page | Comments
STEVEN PELTIER
Instant Public Servant - just add motorcycleI keep having an experience that I'm sure you'll all relate to. Yesterday, I was being introduced to a new acquaintance and I just happened to be wearing my trusty Ducati visor.
Dec 15, 2008 | Columnist Page | Comments
JED HUNT
Ride to Wave, Wave to RideDrive around in your Corolla waving to other drivers on the road and you will likely get pulled over for guzzling too much of Uncle Chester's Cure-All Cough Syrup. Ride a motorcycle though, and you'll find that waving to strangers is the new black.
Dec 3, 2008 | Columnist Page | Comments
STEVEN PELTIER
Riding for ChangeWith the meteoric rise and historic election of Barack Obama to the US Presidency, the world is abuzz with chatter about hope, bipartisanship, and scattered definitions of change.
Nov 28, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
STEVEN PELTIER
How much can you endure?With Autumn in full swing and the likelihood for inclement weather upon us, I'm reminded of an amusing conversation I recently had with my brother. He's a die-hard R1200GS guy, with all the farckle, inflatable vests, and weatherproof bags to prove it.
Nov 18, 2009 | Columnist Page | Comments
JED HUNT
Leather: Not Just For Breakfast AnymoreI must confess something to you: I'm not a columnist. It's true. I'm just a guy who enjoys having his knees in the breeze, same as you.
Nov 3, 2008 | Columnist Page | Comments
ABEL LIN
Hypermotard - A Crossover on Two WheelsAt the risk of revealing that I spend too much time at the job perusing the NYTimes.com, here's a link to their take of the Hypermotard.
Sep 11, 2007 | Columnist Page | Comments
