Happy New Year, everyone! As we’re crossing into 2018, we thought we’d list our New Year resolutions for motorcycle riders – and hopefully, inspire you to share yours!
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Ride more
It’s easy to get stuck in a rut, but you don’t have to stop there. Bored of your daily commute? Figure out a new route. Not sure where to ride on the weekend? Check out these awesome tips on how to navigate and refresh your old motorcycling haunts. Want to go on a road trip, but don’t quite know where? Have a look at ADV Tracks for inspiration. Don’t want to ride alone? Buddy up. Whatever you do, just ride more: time in the saddle is time well spent!
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Learn a new skill.
Even if you’ve been riding for decades, learning a new skill can be an exhilarating experience. Never rode dirt? Get off the road! Want to master those twisties? Sign up for a track day. Whatever your skill level and your experience, it’s always great to learn something new: it boosts your confidence, allows you to find new ways to enjoy motorcycling, and makes you an even better rider.
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Get creative
Wrenching isn’t for everyone – but learning to do some basic bike maintenance, easy roadside fixes and fun moto DIY projects can add to the experience. Sign up for a mechanics class, find out about custom motorcycles, or check out these cool moto DIY tips on our blog!
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Give back to the community
You don’t need to ride around the world for charity to give back. Most motorcycling clubs and organizations are already involved in giving back, whether it’s by giving rides to the blind, donating blood, or helping out children in need. Don’t know of any organized motorcycle charity events? Donate your skill to the neighborhood: help fix your friend’s bike, teach someone to ride, or help them pick the right gear. It’s all about sharing!
5.Hit that open road
Traveling by motorcycle is the most delicious form of freedom there is. So plan an epic road trip in 2018: it doesn’t have to be a six-month ride to the tip of South America to count. Just pick a route, pack your bike, and go – even if it’s just a weekend ride on the Blueridge Parkway or a journey across the Continental Divide, it’s all about adventure, freedom, and discovery.
Make it about the ride!
What are your New Year resolutions? Let us know in the comments below!