The basics of lane splitting on your motorcycle
Posted: December 20, 2021
Is lane splitting legal? While the practice is common in other countries, here in the U.S., lane splitting is either explicitly or implicitly illegal in most states. These decisions fall under individual state legislatures’ jurisdictions. Where lane splitting is legal, the guidelines are likely developed in conjunction with the highway patrol or state police, along with the state motor vehicle division. Here’s a look at...
New year checklist for your vehicle
Posted: December 20, 2021
With the new year comes the chance to take a step back, self-assess, and set goals for the year ahead. And even if your New Year’s resolutions are already a distant memory, here’s one you can add to your list: getting your car in tip-top shape. Here’s a quick checklist to help you and your vehicle start the year off right—and it doesn’t even require...
6 Tips to Prepare for Power Outages
Posted: December 16, 2021
We rely on electricity to stay warm, keep our homes illuminated, cook, heat or pump water, and to keep us entertained on our TVs and other devices. A power outage can be a short-term annoyance or last for days. It is worthwhile, with weather systems changing, to have a plan in place, so your family stays safe in a lengthy power outage. Keep a Supply...
8 car care tips for winter driving
Posted: December 9, 2021
Preparing your car for cold weather challenges can help keep you safe as you drive throughout the winter months. Whether winter is just around the corner or already here, you’ll want to check these eight items to help make sure your car is ready to go. 1. Inspect the tires Tires are a big piece of maintenance all year round, as they affect the braking...
Take a motorcycle ride out of the city and into nature at the Ozark National Forest
Posted: December 2, 2021
The Ozark National Forest is located in the northwestern corner of Arkansas, about a two-hour ride northwest from Little Rock. It’s also about the same distance from Kansas City, St. Louis, Memphis, Dallas, and Oklahoma City. That makes this an accessible weekend getaway for motorcycle riders in six major cities in six states. Outdoor activities abound Spread across 1.2 million acres in the rugged Ozark...