Author: Bud Miller
May 29, 2012
I stumbled across this clever commercial from 2006 by the Motorcycle Council of New South Wales. It features naked riders (some on V-Stroms). Funny way to demonstrate that we are invisible out there and to get cagers to look out… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
May 22, 2012
The article “When It All Clicks” by Bud Miller was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 04/15/2012. I sometimes listen to music when I ride alone. Everything and anything from the classic rock I… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
April 26, 2012
The article “The Road Often Travelled: ATGATT” was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 03/11/2012. My bike disappearing from beneath me remains the strangest sensation I’ve ever experienced. You get used to the sound… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
April 22, 2012
Back in January (2012) I wrote a post about the Banshee Horn system being developed by Peter Olt, an inventor with an electrical engineering background and CEO of Banshee Horn, LLC. At the time Peter’s product was on Kickstarter to… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
April 3, 2012
Love this vid, great color, great tune, excellent camera angles and it conveys a great sense of speed. Thanks to Marty for the find. It looks at first glance like a Triumph Bonneville but it’s actually a Kawasaki W650 which… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
March 13, 2012
We just got back from a trip to San Pedro Belize, which is on the northeastern coast of Central America bordered to the north by Mexico, south and west by Guatemala, and to the east by the Caribbean Sea. Transportation… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
February 21, 2012
In addition to this site I will be writing original content for RoadRunner Motorcycle Touring and Travel, my favorite touring magazine, and honestly the best motorcycle touring magazine available. My RoadRunner blog can be read here. I’ll be posting twice… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
February 17, 2012
Did you know Nevada is now licensing robot cars? I heard a story on NPR discussing the Google robotic car and how Nevada has created a special licensing program with special plates to allow the use of the technology on… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
January 24, 2012
There were a lot of highlights to the Progressive International Motorcycle Show in New York this past weekend.
Author: Bud Miller
January 10, 2012
This guest post fits nicely with the general theme of this blog. Thank you to Emily Murray for contributing it: The 5 Things to Look For When Purchasing a Motorcycle Helmet Helmets are the safety belts of motorcyclists. While those… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
January 6, 2012
A new law has passed in Illinois which allows motorcyclists and bicyclists to proceed through a red light after waiting a “reasonable” amount of time after the light fails to change to green. The legislation was prompted by the frequent… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
December 12, 2011
Mornings for me are a bit hurried when I’m taking the motorcycle to work. The additional time it takes to dress for the weather, do a walk around, get geared up and stow my laptop and lunch sometimes makes it… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
December 4, 2011
It was cold and dark as I left work the other day and the threat of rain was imminent. The gas gauge was on empty. I rode down Street Road in Southampton, a busy four lane road, and tried to… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
October 6, 2011
An important consideration in commuting, or in riding in general, is being mindful of the distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. If you leave too much space you could encourage an approaching driver turning left to… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
September 19, 2011
Commuting on a motorcycle is an interesting endeavor. The focus required to navigate through traffic allows me an insight into driving behavior that I was never aware of when I commuted in my car. It’s fascinating the way the mind… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
September 12, 2011
I had occasion this morning to ride in a steady rain that began long before I left the house. Special care needs to be taken when riding in the rain. That said, if proper precautions are taken you can ride… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
September 12, 2011
If you’re a motorcycle commuter and haven’t stowed away a package of zip ties and a roll of duct tape you may want to consider doing so. Both items can be invaluable should the need arise. Bolts come loose, straps… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
August 23, 2011
Almost daily and much to my constant amazement I see fellow motorcyclists riding as though they were driving a car; making assumptions about what’s in a blind spot, not signaling, swerving around turning traffic, tailgating. In my opinion the easiest… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
August 17, 2011
One evening I was headed home through a mall shortcut I take that keeps me away from a large, dangerous intersection. A driver ahead of me and to my right was waiting to pull out into my direction of travel…. (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
August 17, 2011
During my commute I’m always on the lookout for large, slow moving trucks (box trucks, semis, cement trucks, etc.). The reason is people commuting don’t want to get stuck behind them and as a result will often change lanes without… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
August 16, 2011
I had another occasion where a light turned green and rather than pulling right out, I waited a second or two while clearing both opposing lanes visibly before proceeding. Sure enough a car coming from the side, ran the light… (READ MORE)
Author: Bud Miller
August 8, 2011
July 22 was one of the hottest days of the summer. I believe the temperature was nearly 100F. During my commute home I found myself following a fellow rider on a Kawasaki Vulcan. We road through Plumsteadville, Pa. together. As… (READ MORE)