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Salt Addiction: Project 300

Tuesday, August 17, 2010
In the the newest edition of Salt Addiction the topic of reaching 300 mph with a sit-on bike is discussed with land speed racing's fastest competitors.

Single Track Mind - Cal Crutchlow

Friday, August 13, 2010
For this edition of Single Track Frank writes about fellow countryman Cal Crutchlow, also our man Melling gets his way onto an actual racing podium… his own!

Euro Gossip: August 2010

Tuesday, August 10, 2010
In an effort to cut costs the new coalition Government in the UK has decided to turn off speed cameras. Find out more details on this and other news in our latest edition of Euro Gossip.

Dr. Frazier's Thailand Adventure Rides

Friday, August 06, 2010
Dr. Frazier has frequented the far east many times in his global motorcycle travels, but Thailand seems to offer many more adventure tales than the the rest.

World Superbike Silverstone Outsider

Tuesday, August 03, 2010
After attending the recent Silverstone round of WSB, Frank takes a humorously definitive side on the MotoGP vs. World Superbike battle.

STM: Moving MotoGP On - Bring on the Clowns

Friday, July 30, 2010
In this issue of Single Track Mind, Frank takes on the topic of MotoGP regulations and how Dorna's new engine requirements have led to a circus act within the sport.

Backroad Ramblings July 2010

Thursday, July 29, 2010
This month our Rambling Man takes on the topic of electric motorcycles and how it may undermine the very notion of a motorcyclist.

Salt Addiction Valerie Thompson

Friday, July 23, 2010
This month's Salt Addiction feature is Valerie Thompson, a professional drag racer, a team owner, and a world land speed record holder.

Memorable Motorcycle: BSA Victor Special

Tuesday, July 20, 2010
From dirt racer to road warrior, this month we take a look at the BSA Victor Special, which was originally a motocross machine until its road conversion in 1967.

Dr. Frazier: Tips on Dropping Adventure Bikes

Thursday, July 15, 2010
Having traveled the globe and putting thousands of miles on a variety of motorcycles, Dr. Frazier shares some of his embarrassing moments along with some helpful tips.

MC Life: Surf n' Dirt - Sunny Garcia

Thursday, July 15, 2010
Sunny Garcia isn’t the kind of guy you would want to pick a fight with. The professional surfer not only has a daunting persona but also the reputation to back it up. We had a chance to spend the day riding and hanging out with him at Castillo Ranch.

STM: Super Performance Bike Me?

Tuesday, July 13, 2010
This issue of Single Track Mind sees Frank debate the worth of his Suzuki V-Strom, as well as engage on a quest to get some scrap plastic - much harder than it sounds!

Euro Gossip July 2010

Tuesday, July 06, 2010
A new Ducati custom that makes the Desmosedici seem cheap! All this and more of the latest motorcycle news from across the pond in our latest edition of Euro Gossip.

Backroad Ramblings June 2010

Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Yet another adventure-touring yarn from our Backroad Rambler, unfortunately involving not riding - only eBay and the friendly folks at the IRS.

Salt Addiction Buell Brothers Racing

Thursday, June 24, 2010
Fast motorcycles, cool sunglasses and flat-brimmed hats, racers with funny nicknames… and cheese. This month land speed racer Rocky Robinson takes a closer look at the Wisconsin-based Buell Brothers team.

Memorable Motorcycles: Honda Rune

Wednesday, June 23, 2010
This month our Memorable Motorcycles man looks back at Honda’s monstrous Flat Six-powered cruiser flop, the short-lived Honda Rune.

STM: Belgian Paddock Frites for World Peace

Monday, June 21, 2010
Our favorite Brit reflects on the harmonizing effects of Belgian frites, as well as advise British tourists that when pulled over in America for a traffic stop – do not run toward the car!

Dr. Frazier’s Java Indonesia Adventure

Sunday, June 13, 2010
Dr. G goes island hopping in Asia, taking his two-wheeled adventures to the Indonesian island of Java.

STM: Behind the Scenes at the Thundersprint

Monday, June 07, 2010
This month's Single Track Mind takes us on a behind the scenes look in to the Thundersprint and some of the interesting situations that come up when hosting a motorcycle event.

Euro Gossip June 2010

Thursday, June 03, 2010
BMW denies a 600cc Supersport and swallows a massive recall, while Donington Park may be back on the future SBK and MotoGP schedules. All this and more in the latest missive of motorcycle industry news from Europe.

Backroad Ramblings May 2010

Monday, May 31, 2010
Our rambling man delves into his dislike of batteries and explores his past experience with the good ol' fashion kickstarter.

Salt Addiction: World’s Fastest Bagger

Friday, May 28, 2010
Pro Stock drag racer Chris Rivas turns his attention from the quarter-mile to all out top speeds, racing the world’s fastest bagger on the Bonneville Salt Flats.

Memorable MC: 1938 Triumph Speedtwin

Wednesday, May 26, 2010
This month our vintage editor looks back at an English original that redefined the motorcycle landscape – the Triumph Speedtwin.

MC Life: Nascar Meets Road Racing

Saturday, May 15, 2010
NASCAR Red Bull Racing star Brian Vickers recently threw a leg over the seat of a sportbike and walked away with new respect for the two-wheeled sport.

Dr. Frazier: Deep Into The Alaska Bush

Friday, May 14, 2010
Dr. Frazier continues his Alaska adventure with a journey deep in to the wild bush country of the northern territory.

Euro Gossip: May 2010

Wednesday, May 05, 2010
Read about British politicians calling motorcycles widow and orphan makers, a possible water-cooled Boxer from BMW and more tasty motorcycle rumors from across the pond.

STM: Disney World to Run MotoGP?

Tuesday, May 04, 2010
How can MotoGP and World Superbike boost up flagging attendance? Take a flyer from Mickey says our Single Track Mind correspondent.

Backroad Ramblings April 2010

Thursday, April 29, 2010
Our rambling man and his ragtag group of fellow bikers pull their bikes out of the garage for the first motorcycle ride of the season.

Salt Addiction Leo Hess

Wednesday, April 21, 2010
For this month’s Salt Addiction, Rocky Robinson shines the spot light on fellow long-time land speed racer Leo Hess.

Vermeulen’s Inside Line - April

Friday, April 16, 2010
Motorcycle USA’s fastest contributing editor is back, with Chris Vermeulen filling us in on his season thus far, rehab progress on his ailing knee and looking forward to Round 4 at Assen.

Memorable Motorcycle: Yamaha SRX

Thursday, April 15, 2010
This month our vintage motorcycle correspondent takes a closer look at the Yamaha SRX – calling it the best British bike the Japanese have ever made.

Dr Frazier: There’s No Place Like Nome

Thursday, April 08, 2010
Dr G’s adventure-touring impulse continues in The Last Frontier, as our motorcycle touring and travel expert shares experiences in Nome, Alaska.

Euro Gossip April 2010

Tuesday, April 06, 2010
Europe limiting motorcycles to 100 horsepower, a new Triumph tourer and three months in the slammer for a wheelie? Read more in our latest Euro Gossip installment.

How to Buy Motorcycle Insurance

Thursday, April 01, 2010
Motorcycle Insurance protects you, protects your motorcycle, and can protect against careless drivers. It’s also required by law. MotoUSA takes you through motorcycle insurance process.

Backroad Ramblings March 2010

Thursday, March 25, 2010
This month our Rambling man tries to give his CC digits up to the latest Amercian off-road manufacturer, the Tulsa, Oklahoma-based US Highland.

STM: MotoGP - Where to Now?

Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Frank's single track mind turns its attention to MotoGP and proposed rule changes. Does the future of Grand Prix at least include the Rizla Suzuki girls?

Salt Addiction Perfect Timing

Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Land speed racing is technically a race against time. He who gets through the lights the fastest under the rules of the sanctioning body — wins. Rocky Robinson gives us the low-down on land speed timing in this month's Salt Addiction.

Dr. Frazier Preps KLX250 Adventure Tourer

Friday, March 12, 2010
Motorcycle USA’s Adventure-Touring editor, Dr. Frazier, lends his expertise in setting up a Kawasaki KLX250S for long-distance adventure.

Euro Gossip March 2010

Tuesday, March 09, 2010
Economic woes continue to hurt the motorcycle industry, but there are a few new bikes to mention in the latest edition of Euro Gossip.

Single Track Mind: Nice People Can Succeed

Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Our favorite Brit glimpses the real Leon Haslam and shares his Olympic inspiration.

MC Life: Music or Motorcycles? - Billy Morrison

Friday, February 26, 2010
Had it not been for a fateful TV show some three decades ago, rocker Billy Morrison may have well been a motorcycle racer. That’s the way his childhood was headed, at least. We caught up with the riding rocker for our MC Life feature.

Backroad Ramblings February 2010

Friday, February 26, 2010
Thanks to the Internet, our Rambling Man manages to weather the winter by living vicariously.

Memorable MC: 1973 Yamaha Monoshock

Tuesday, February 23, 2010
This month our memorable motorcycles expert looks back at the early ‘70s radical suspension concept – the Yamaha factory monoshock.

Salt Addiction - Scott Guthrie

Thursday, February 18, 2010
This month’s land racing focus falls on the Sultan of Speed, Scott Guthrie, whose name is affixed to more than 380 LSR records.

Single Track Mind - Racing Athletes

Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Frank remembers the racing era before riders were athletes, when fitness meant showing up on time to the race and reasonably sober.

Euro Gossip February 2010

Monday, February 08, 2010
Some interesting news from across the pond this month includes Triumph’s sales triumphs and an intriguing four-wheeled motorcycle – the 4MC.

Dr. Frazier Adventure Road Through Laos

Friday, February 05, 2010
Dr.Frazier takes an adventure ride through Laos and interprets what 'Road no stop' means a little too late.

Backroad Ramblings January 2010

Friday, January 29, 2010
What does ‘needs nothing’ mean in a motorcycle classified? Our Rambling Man finds out.

Salt Addiction - Angelic Bulldog

Thursday, January 21, 2010
This month Salt Addiction focuses on another possible rival to the ultimate two-wheeled land speed record and the coveted 400 mph mark – the British-based Angelic Bulldog.

Single Track Mind - Good Manners for 2010

Tuesday, January 19, 2010
For the New Year our vintage motorcycle expert challenges the world to better manners, and motorcycles the first among them.
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