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Packaging in grocery store items may be getting smaller, but motorcycle manufacturers keep upsizing models. Size apparently does matter as Husqvarna yesterday debuted the “scrambler-inspired” Svartpilen 801 street model. It presumably replaces the Svartpilen 701. Available beginning in April, the Svartpilen 801 is powered by a 799cc parallel-twin engine that …

WETHERSFIELD, CT – The number of registered cars, trucks and motorcycles that display classic license plates continues to grow in Connecticut, increasing by 3,356 over the past year. According to data supplied this week by the state Department of Motor Vehicles at RIDE-CT’s request, a total of 90,511 cars, trucks …

MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson today added to its 2024 model-year lineup by introducing a limited-edition Hydra-Glide Revival. It also announced “Tobacco Fade” versions of its Low Rider ST, Ultra Limited and Tri-Glide Ultra. In doing so, it continued to stake its territory as an exclusive, luxury brand and less as the …

Are you a motorcycle novice interested in learning to ride and get licensed?  Are you already riding on a motorcycle permit, but wish to get licensed. Have you been riding with a motorcycle endorsement, but would like to improve your skills? If your answer is “Yes” to any of these …

A lot has been made in recent years about older riders calling it quits and younger folks not taking up riding. Despite the suggested trends, motorcycle registrations in Connecticut have remained relatively steady over the past five years.  Figures from the state Department of Motor Vehicles show there were 84,836 …

HARWINTON, CT – It doesn’t take psychographic analysis to know that the motorcycling community has changed significantly over the past two decades. As odd as it may seem, while it sometimes appears that there are more motorcycles on the roads on pleasant summer days, a contrary argument can be made …

MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson lovers will want to immediately check their bank balances and credit ratings. The company today announced some new models for 2024. They include a CVO Pan America adventure bike with a starting price of $28,399 and a CVO Road Glide ST beginning at $42,999. There are also …

CAMBRIDGE, MA – It’s an anticipated and well-attended event simply because of its setting on Massachusetts Ave. Motorcycles line either side of the thoroughfare outside of and across the street from Naco Taco for the Wild Rabbit Moto Show in Cambridge, but there won’t be a show in 2024. “It’s …

By Steve Rossi / RIDE-CT BETHEL, CT – It’s Friday, January 19. The thermometer reads 28 degrees, snow flurries are flying, and I’m piloting a vehicle with sporting pretensions to Hamlin Cycles. Instead of being on two wheels, though, I’m on four – in a late model sport utility vehicle. …

DAYTONA BEACH, FL – Many details aren’t known, but AMA Pro Racing announced today that an American Flat Track event in Sturgis, S.D. will be part of the 2024 racing schedule. Set for Aug. 11, it will coincide with the final day of the 84th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The …

MIDDLEBURY, CT – Larry Janesky of Middlebury calls it “a survival test of man and machine.” It’s the longest, most treacherous off-road race in the world through a bone-rattling hellscape of dirt, sand, rocks and cactus in Baja California, Mexico.  This month’s 56th edition of the Baja 1000 for trucks, …

(Update: Libby provided an update on Saturday, Nov. 18 reporting that the crash occurred “in front of my kids’ house” and that another motorist immediately called 9-1-1. He explained, “The EMT’s and the staff at Bridgeport Hospital were phenomenal in responding, assessing and commended me over and over on the …

It’s 46 years old and has never been ridden – a limited-edition 1977 Triumph Bonneville Silver Jubilee model. The gas tank has never been filled with petrol and its odometer reads only 1.3 miles. No doubt that’s because the motorcycle has been rolled around over the years. Its whereabouts and …

Jillian Leca calls it the “most difficult training – physically and mentally – that I’ve ever done.” It lasted three weeks and ended two weeks ago with the Connecticut State Police trooper graduating and becoming the first female to admitted to the agency’s Motor(cycle) Unit in the 120-year history of …

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The model was announced nearly eight months ago and isn’t due to be produced until 2025, but Buell Motorcycle Co. is already declaring its forthcoming Super Cruiser to be a success. The company announced this week that the Super Cruiser has thus far generated $120 million …