Something for the Soul.
Episode 3 of Graveltalk, a new podcast featuring interviews with motorcyclists around the world, is now available. This episode features an interview with myself. Graveltalk is also available on Spotify. In this episode I discuss how I got into riding,… (READ MORE)
The article “A Little Bit of Everything” by Bud Miller was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 5/18/2020. “Whether one moves slowly or with speed, the one who is a seeker will be a… (READ MORE)
The article “Wander Often, Wonder Always” by Bud Miller was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 6/01/2020. The photograph that accompanies this column was taken by my friend Bob on a ride a year… (READ MORE)
The article “No Mud, No Lotus” by Bud Miller was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 6/22/2020. “Most people are afraid of suffering. But suffering is a kind of mud to help the lotus… (READ MORE)
The article “A Curious Collection” by Bud Miller was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 2/24/2020. “Garages, barns and attics are always older than the buildings to which they are attached.” —Leonard Cohen I’m… (READ MORE)
ROAME Motorcycle Safety Shoe Brake lights and turn signals on your motorcycle shoes? Yes, the team at ROAME have developed an interesting new motorcycle shoe unlike anything I’ve ever seen. ROAME Zeros puts brake-lights and turn signal functionality inside a… (READ MORE)
Safety first. It’s a phrase that’s stated for all kinds of scenarios and situations. But for motorcyclists, that phrase is not to be taken lightly. Riding at high speeds up against cars is no joke. It is so easy for… (READ MORE)
Best Motorcycle Apparel for Winter Biking Just because the temperature has dropped doesn’t mean you need to park your motorcycle in the garage until next spring. As long as you have the right clothing you can go on rides throughout… (READ MORE)
The article “It’s Not Poison” by Bud Miller/Zen Motorcyclist was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 01/19/18. “It’s not poison Bud, it’s an itch. You gotta scratch it.” —my brother Dave Miller My brother… (READ MORE)
The article “Old is New Again” by Bud Miller/Zen Motorcyclist was originally published on the “RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel” magazine website on 5/23/17. ““It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” —Henry David Thoreau It’s… (READ MORE)
If you’re anything like me and wear glasses while riding you know the limitations of standard prescription glasses in terms of both comfort and safety. Standard frames can be uncomfortable inside a helmet, can be hard to get on through… (READ MORE)
New Machining Marketplace Allows Cheaper Access to Custom Motorcycle Parts Have you ever been customizing or restoring your motorcycle and been unable to source a part? This new online marketplace might be just what you are looking for. Machining-4u is… (READ MORE)
There’s a lot for new motorcycle riders to be excited about: learning how to ride, choosing a first motorcycle, and finally hitting the road and experiencing one’s surroundings as they can only be experienced from the back of a bike…. (READ MORE)
Who among us didn’t grow up seeing that yellow and blue can in the garage that came out whenever dad worked on the car or lawnmower? You may have heard the rumors that WD-40 was made from fish oil (it’s… (READ MORE)
Best Deals for Replacing Motorcycle Parts If you are like me you pride yourself in doing your own motorcycle maintenance, the easy stuff anyway like synthetic oil changes, brake pads, coolant and assorted upgrades. Bike Bandit is the best online… (READ MORE)
Next to the cost of the motorcycle itself your biggest riding expense is most likely your helmet. If you’re anything like me you don’t like putting your costly lid on the ground or any other surface apt to be dirty,… (READ MORE)
ICON WILLIAM SHATNER PARTNERS WITH AMERICAN WRENCH TO CREATE THE RIVET MOTORCYCLE FOR A CROSS-COUNTRY RIDE TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN LEGION 8-Day Ride Set To Kick Off From American Wrench Shop On June 23rd (June 1st, 2015 – New York,… (READ MORE)
What does 2015 have in store for motorcycle fairings? Another new year marks the era of another new set of bikes available on the market. The newest supersport bikes are supporting lairy looks, crazy colors and eye-catching exhausts. The newest… (READ MORE)
With the 2014 riding season currently underway, there has never been a better time to begin looking at the different options that you have available to you in the way of gear. Motorcycle gear usually means yearly investments for motorcycle… (READ MORE)
I had been a loyal wearer of Icon Super Duty boots for a few years now but I’ve recently decided to change styles. I’m currently wearing a pair of Alpinestars Ridge Waterproof touring boots. As a commuter the Super Duty… (READ MORE)
I recently happened across this video from a Russian company that is now offering a new carbon fiber helmet design that includes voice and built-in GPS navigation and a heads up display projected onto the face shield. With all day… (READ MORE)
I’ve been testing a pair of prescription motorcycle sunglasses from ADS Sports Eyewear for a few weeks now and I have to say I’m quite impressed. I chose the Wiley X Blink model with bronze base lenses which I was told… (READ MORE)
Frequent visitors know that one of the focuses of this site is safety. When I hear about a new idea that will help keep riders safer out on the road I like to do what I can to get the… (READ MORE)
Gloves are one motorcycle gear element that is often overlooked by riders, especially in the heat of the summer, prime riding season. They serve the obvious purpose of preventing injury in the event of a fall; but they also serve… (READ MORE)
