Sturgis Starts This Week: 7 Last-Minute Moves Smart Bikers Make Before the 86th Rally
Sturgis 2026 runs August 7 to 16. Here are the seven last-minute moves smart bikers make before the 86th rally, from bike prep to South Dakota's eye protection law.
Biker Bar Etiquette: The Unwritten Rules of Walking Into a Biker Bar
Biker bar etiquette comes down to five rules: never touch a bike that is not yours, never touch a rider's vest or patches, do not claim a seat or a spot at the bar that someone clearly holds, tip y...
Motorcycle Group Ride Hand Signals: How to Ride in a Pack Without Wrecking It
Riding in a group is not just riding near other people. It runs on a shared language: motorcycle hand signals passed from the road captain down the pack, a staggered formation that gives everyone r...
How to Ride a Motorcycle in Extreme Heat (Without Melting Into Your Seat)
Riding a motorcycle in extreme heat comes down to four things: cover up instead of stripping down, drink 16 to 24 ounces of water every hour you ride, plan your miles for early morning or late even...
How to Ride Two-Up: Carrying a Motorcycle Passenger the Right Way
Riding two-up is simple to get right and easy to get wrong. The short version: prep your bike for the extra weight, give your passenger a two-minute briefing before you roll, have them mount only a...
First Time at Sturgis? 10 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid at the 2026 Rally
First time heading to Sturgis? Here is the short version: the 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally runs August 7 to 16, 2026, in the Black Hills of South Dakota, and the rookies who have a rough week almo...