About Rips & Rides

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Rips & Rides started as a way for me to share my motorcycle adventures online. From there it has grown into a place where I can share my thoughts, opinions, and ideas on what I’m most passionate about – motorcycles.

Here at Rips & Rides you’ll find plenty of helpful information on just about everything motorcycle related. Not only that, I also share my expertise on scooters and cars as well.

Rips & Rides has got you covered when it comes to diving into the motorcycle lifestyle. All the information you need to start riding can be found right here on this site.

Product reviews, gear recommendations, tips for beginners, maintenance guides, scenic road trips, motorcycle trip reports, and so much more can be found here. The goal of Rips & Rides is to be the resource every rider needs when they’re looking for helpful and practical information online.

Whether you just started riding and you’re wondering about the best gear or you’re an experienced rider looking to learn more about motorcycle maintenance – we’ve got you covered!

If there’s a specific topic you’d like us to cover, or if you’re interested in working together on a motorcycle-related project, don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Thank you for visiting and safe riding!

Latest Posts

  • Motorcycle Camping Essentials: Must-Have Gear

    Motorcycle Camping Essentials: Must-Have Gear

    Are motorcycle camping essentials just a shorter version of a normal camping list? Not really. Essentials on a bike are determined by safety, recovery, and packing constraints, not by how complete your shopping list looks. You’re facing limited luggage volume, weight limits, and higher consequences for bad load decisions than car camping. It implies unstable

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  • Motorcycle Trip Planning Guide

    Motorcycle Trip Planning Guide

    Is motorcycle trip planning just choosing a destination and following GPS? Not even close. Short version: on a bike, route quality, fatigue control, fuel strategy, and load management decide whether a trip feels smooth or turns into daily damage control. You’re facing limited energy, weather exposure, and less margin for planning mistakes than car travel.

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  • Top 5 Best Motorcycle Camping Stoves for Riders

    Top 5 Best Motorcycle Camping Stoves for Riders

    Is a motorcycle camping stove just any small stove you toss in a pannier? Not quite. Riders need a stove that balances packed size, fuel compatibility, and real cooking performance when conditions are not ideal. A stove that is unstable, wind-sensitive, or too bulky can slow down every stop. You’re facing the usual moto-camping tension:

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