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Biker Slang Decoded: 25 Motorcycle Terms Every Rider Should Know

Biker slang is the unwritten language of the road, and most of it boils down to a few key terms: a 'squid' is a reckless rider in shorts and flip-flops, a 'cager' is a car driver, 'ape hangers' are...

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How to Stay Cool on a Motorcycle in Summer Heat (Biker Survival Guide)

Want the short version? To stay cool on a motorcycle in summer heat, ride covered (not bare skin), dress in moisture-wicking layers and mesh, hydrate before you feel thirsty, dodge the 11 a.m. to 3...

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Motorcycle Hand Signals Every Rider Should Know (Group Riding Guide)

Motorcycle hand signals are a shared set of arm and hand gestures riders use to communicate on group rides when engines drown out voices and blinkers are not enough. The core ones are simple: left ...