Glossy paint, black powdercoat, polished chrome, massively raked front ends, sprung seats and countless cans of orange spray paint punctuated Motoblot 2016. While most of those items seem to be standard for a bike rally, the orange spray-paint really should stand out. This is the second time that we have seen the bagger below. When we approached the proud owner of this well-loved bagger, we immediately asked if he had been at Sturgis in the past few years. He rattled […]

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Participating in an event such as Laconia Motorcycle week that has existed the better part of a century is equal parts reliving traditions of years past and creating experiences about which you will reminisce for years to come. This year’s Laconia Motorcycle Week rally was no exception with one minor difference, the weather was almost perfect! Laconia is known to many as “Laconia Rain Week” or “the week that hydrates all”. And while all bikers appreciate the lush landscapes that […]

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As we approach the final and best weekend for the 93 annual Laconia Motorcycle week, Beantown Baggers would like to share our Top 10 list of things to do on the final weekend of Laconia! 10. 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday – Get a free Beantown Baggers Shirt or Pin (for the first 100 people) on Weirs. We have partnered with Progressive to bring you the best Laconia Coverage again and we will be camped out at The Progressive […]

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There’s something wrong about the guilt I felt this past weekend celebrating bikes built by non-American manufacturers. I am a proud flag waving American who for over a decade has been riding Harley’s almost exclusively. I pride myself on riding a great American Motorcycle and representing the strongest American brand. At times I have contemplated testing Indians or Victory Motorcycles with the justification that they are created under the protective canopy of the stars and stripes but my tastes and […]

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The most amazing aspect of the motorcycle industry is the constantly changing styles of bikes and unending evolution of the riding subculture. Motorcycles are equal parts rolling works of art mixed with state of the art engineering and a heavy dash of freedom that makes the pastime one of the most recognizable in the United States. Over the years we have seen custom motorcycles take different shapes from choppers with raked front ends, café racers that prided themselves on hitting […]

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One of our favorite old trends that has experienced a rebirth in 2014 is the mini-bagger. Most of the time these are Dynas (and even Sporties) that are redone with some great aftermarket bags, mini apes or motocross bars.  They are the perfect synthesis of a long ride bagger with a flickable bar hopper.  The aggressive performance stance allows the rider to blast out for a 300 mile day of twisties and finish at a remote campsite with all the gear you […]

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Some days the riding just should simply never end. Somebody recently said they experienced a feeling, circumstance, moment that was so moving that she would like to bottle it and carry it with her.  If anything ever goes against a better plan, she could open that bottle and for a brief time, she would relive the amazing moment preserved for all time in that bottle.  If only Friday May 9, 2014 fit in a bottle – I’d have a new […]

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Some days you ride forever, fighting through traffic, hitting every light imaginable. Then when you’re about to give up, turn around and go home, the entire world opens up to a scenic, wide open country road capped off by a breathtaking sunset over Lake Geneva. 100 miles of lousy roads makes you appreciate the 60 miles of amazing riding! Great day for a ride – wouldn’t have it any other way. Yesterday’s ride to Lake Geneva Wisconsin had a few great […]

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Date: June 30, 2027 Time: 2:47 EST Location: Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop Bar in New Orleans Louisiana The last 24 hours and 37 minutes have been a brutal test of my will, and drive to accomplish something that has never yet been done. But now I ready myself for celebratory ale after completing the first ever Ironbutt 1,500 without taking a single stop. The stars had to align with months of preparation for this ride. Caffeine was struck from my diet […]

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I spend hours and gallons searching for my way home. Home is not four walls and a roof. Rather, it is the feeling that I get when stumbling upon the best riding conditions imaginable. For some people home is a serene morning right when the prior night’s dew begins to burn off the ground under a slow warming rising sun. For others it is the scorching heat of the midwest as they make their way to Sturgis during a hazy early August day. Juxtapose are those who […]

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Hours of my life spent removing wheels, punching out bearings, adjusting stiffness of the ride. Time not dedicated on the mechanics was devoted to imagining new designs for the most exciting intersection of transportation and adventure! Do you remember the first hobby that allowed you to unleash your creativity, learn mechanical skills and prepare for speeds far exceeding those your unaided feed could provide? The effort, time and dedication – all for a hobby encumbered by the harsh New England […]

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Last week we asked readers where in the world they would like to visit if they didn’t have to worry about depleting funds, lip from the boss-man or scowls from the head of homeland logistics (your spouse). Answers ranged globally but US destinations came up with great frequency.  Many of the rides are our favorites too and as a result you’ll have some photos and route reviews to better inform your travel plans.  This is Part 1 of 2 – the follow […]

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A great trip down 3A to the Shanty Rose in Plymouth where we encountered these incredible scenes!  

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Man faces no greater motivator in life than the quest to fulfill his needs. We work, hunt and toil to fulfill our barest necessities and it is that determination that evaluates the worthiness of our survival. Sometimes our disposition to accumulate leads us to mistake desires for needs. Motorcycles perennially live at the crossroads of need and want. Contrasting needs and wants can be identified both in the assembly of the machines we ride and in the methods we pack […]

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The snow is gathering outside your window. Your bike is collecting dust in your garage.  There is no relief in sight.  Time for a fly and ride! This story isn’t your usual fly and ride.  Often we cover areas such as Phoenix, Key West, PCH through California or Texas during the cold months.  Such reviews are all on the way.  This is the most remote fly and ride we have ever done.  Sydney Australia by Roadking provided some of the most […]

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In tough economic times when people are simply working hard to make ends meet, the answer to this question is simple: One. One bike as long as it runs is enough to improve my life by orders of magnitude. But let’s say for a moment that money is not the biggest concern. You can afford to buy the bikes and somehow you can afford the maintenance (either done yourself or at a local shop). Now, how many bikes do you […]

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As the calendar year changes, so do trends in motorcycling – this is a story that dates back to the earliest productions of the Indian in 1901 or Harley Davidson in 1903. 2014 is the year of the ride-able bagger. Not only do trends come and go but similar patterns of evolution occur from one bike style to the next. The phases are standard and people’s tastes morph as the trends become more unattainable and less practical. Baggers have been […]

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Here are some great suggestions for New Years resolutions. 1. Ride More. If you did 5k miles last year, ride 10k in 2014. 2. Do a fly and ride this winter (Arizona or California are great options – Florida with the exception of Key West is a terrible choice) 3. Ride to Daytona in March – bundle up and get your heated gear in advance of this one. 4. Ride to the Wall in May – show support for the […]

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‘Twas the night before Sturgis And all through the shop Not a tool was in use Not even a mop The baggers were washed, waxed and buffed shiny with care Packed full with snacks for the White Knuckle Ride there. Half the crew drinking at Faneuil Hall Ned’s Not concerned of the hangover soon to pound on their heads And Jimmy with his Patron and I on my mac In the midst of an article – methods for readers to […]

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Dog and bike fans can definitely relate to at least one of these thoughts below. We would bet that out of our 10,000+ fans, there are probably over 5,000 of you who have had or currently have a dog.  If you have a dog and a bike, send some pictures – we are fans of both.  We only have 9 – suggest the 10th on Facebook. [Images below]. Both have to be broken in before they are truly useful. A […]

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Let us know why you ride?  Tell us your story and you’ll have a chance to win a pair of tickets to this Sunday’s SOLD OUT showing of Why We Ride.  The website for the movie is shown below the image. An inspiring celebration of the motorcycling community, Why We Ride is a documentary film that shares the passion of motorcycle riding and shows the camaraderie of the friends and families who ride together. As told by the many racers, […]

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Having a great group to ride with who would put their lives on hold for a bike trip of a lifetime through Utah, Jackson WY, Yellowstone , the Colorado Rockies Malibu and Sturgis. For helmets that work  For hot chicks who like bikers  For the awesome New England bike building scene and the shops who support our events  For those who showed up to ride 300 lightning fast miles and the ones who made it all the way to the […]

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