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Tagged With: Rides

Choosing a mount

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Bud Miller

The article “The Road Less Traveled: Choosing a Mount” by Bud Miller was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 2/28/2012. My first bike was an all black, 1981 Yamaha Maxim that my brother Dave found for me. Having never ridden a motorcycle before, I had no idea what I … Continue reading »

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Best Buy Bikes (guest post)

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Bud Miller

7 Best Buy Bikes Under $7,800 Want to buy a new bike and still be able afford fuel and decent coverage? We’re on it. Check out our best buys for under $7,800: 1. Yamaha YZF-R125 This Yamaha doesn’t look like a 125, although its top speed of 75mph and difficulty with hills will confirm that … Continue reading »

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Icon 1000 Quartermaster

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Bud Miller

Icon has come up with a new take on a Russian Ural. Designed to handle off-road riding the Quartermaster is outfitted with TKC80 tires, crash bars and skid plate. All I can say is “I want one”. Check out the video.

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First Ride of Autumn

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Bud Miller

The article “First Ride of Autumn” by Bud Miller was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 10/03/2012. The nighttime temperature dipped below 60 here for the first time the other night so it is time to stow the summer jacket in favor of warmer fall gear: the padded over-pants … Continue reading »

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V-Strom 1000 Concept

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Bud Miller

At the Intermot Show in Germany Suzuki introduced its new concept for the 2014 V-Strom 1000. Some of the new features are said to include: A completely redesigned engine, aluminum frame, traction control, adjustable windscreen, wider seat and 10 spoke wheels to name only a few. Rather than follow the styling changes made in 2012 … Continue reading »

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