By Talya Adams I’ve often regarded Koreatown, LA as a headache. There’s usually traffic, bad decision making at play, confusing parking limitations, and general adrenaline spiking vibes all around. However, recently I’ve started to look at Koreatown with a slight affection as a motorcyclist. So much so that I think Koreatown might actually be a

Motorcycle theft is absolutely a real risk. More than 45,000 motorcycles are stolen each year in the United States. Most are never found, because they are parted out or rebuilt to obscure their true (stolen) identities. If you have a bike you love, protect it with these motorcycle theft prevention tips. And if you’ve already

By Bill Harr   We got up and had breakfast and thanked our Air B&B hosts. It was raining lightly as we left. The weather looked questionable, but we are going to try our ride over to St Moritz. If we hit heavy snow we will turn around and forget it. We may have to

By AJ Jacobsen The 2017 season proved to be a steep learning curve for me, in a variety of areas. In Part 1 of this post, I ended with discussing my need to respring the bike, finally recognizing that it was way too stiff for me and my riding. Hindsight being what it is, I

Well, here we are again, coming up fast on summer, and lots of riding opportunities. Presumably, the bikes are tuned up and checked out, ready to ride, as are the riders. But among the riding population, there are a number of people over sixty. And out of that demographic, you are going to find a

Unfortunately I was too injured to race this weekend at round 4 of AFM at Thunderhill raceway. I wouldn’t miss it though; so I worked in tech inspection, provided moral support to some of my racer friends, wrote commentaries on some of the races, and partied with my AFM friends on Saturday night because that’s

MotoAmerica has two 600 and two 1000cc classes. It’s a bit confusing since they race at the same time, but there’s a superstock version of each and they’re each scored separately. There’s Superbike and Superstock 1000, and then there’s Supersport and Superstock 600. The two 1000 classes are pretty close but there’s a much bigger

I’m going to talk a little bit about racer mentality and some of the methods to our madness. Not long ago there were a few racer boys sitting encircled in the pits in between practice sessions at a supermoto event. Fictional names will be used so as not to embarrass the other racers involved. Trevor

I wouldn’t say I’m all-in during Halloween. Not like some people I know that plan and find their costumes six months in advance. I didn’t actually start dressing up for Halloween up until these past few years, and usually it’s because I’m throwing a Halloween party with family. You can’t effectively host a party if

The 2015 Ducati Multistrada DVT is a lot of bike—you might even say a lot of bikes—in one sleek, agile, state-of-the-art package. The goodness starts with the Multistrada’s new Ducati Variable Timing (DVT) engine, which delivers optimized performance in every power range and all conditions. (With an eight percent improvement in fuel efficiency, yet!) We’re

I was on my Honda Hawk GT. I don’t normally ride to a bike I’m interested in buying since I’m a firm believer of showing any seller sincere interest by showing up in my truck with the ramp, wheel chock, and tie-downs in the truck bed. Whether or not I actually buy a bike, at

There was something else I took away from that little moto-art project I just finished. That what I had been so passionate about when I was a younger man has collided with what I am now as passionate about as an adult: Art and motorcycles. I touched up on my interest in art previously, citing

Just like any other fair-weather riding day, I was moseying on down the super slab with a few of my riding buddies. The traffic was pretty heavy on the multi-lane highway and we kept in close staggered formation so we wouldn’t get separated as we played follow the leader. What happened next could have quickly

In America’s most congested city, commuting is a necessary evil. We all have jobs, appointments and a myriad of life events we must attend, all while navigating options of travel. Trains, buses and taxis are legitimate options but trains and buses require effort to reach boarding locations and run on a schedule often inconvenient to

I don’t know if anyone out there has ever experienced this but I got a big surprise this week when I dropped my bike off at the shop. I’ve had my current bike for seven years and I have taken very good care of the clutch; I’ve spent myriad hours at the track, I’ve ridden

We don't think about gravity much. It sticks us to the road. Its friend, centripetal force, pins us in the twisties. And it will make your bike hit the pavement when you forget to put the kickstand down. And you know you will, if you haven't already. So, I was capering about to Flogging Molly

On Good Friday, I went for a ride with a couple of guys. We went east, around Lake Morena and then up to Julian. The morning run was a bit chilly. I had to dig out some warmer layers and make a note to find my woolen glove liners. Last Saturday, I took a ride

At the time of writing this, multiple Formula One World Champion Michael Schumacher, is fighting for his life after sustaining brain injuries from a skiing accident. Yet another reminder of how fate's finger can be so fickle. As a motorcyclist, news like the above serves to remind me of the choices that I make in

California's Lost Coast received its name after the population vanished, not mysteriously just coincidentally, in the 1930s. The area is mostly undeveloped because of the coastline terrain. Had it been developed it would have a similar look to Big Sur; however, fortunately for us adventurous folks it would be a project that never was. The

Sarra Hansen (AKA Minnesota) is a beautiful rider, (and model, to boot!) who resides between San Diego and Los Angeles. She also frequently visits her home state of Minnesota, hence her nickname. Commuting is no problem for her when she is on her 2004 CBR600RR or 2000 CBR600F4 on the traffic- filled highways of southern

Dirt, Gravel, Pot Holes, Patches, Chip Seal, Wildlife, and on-coming traffic are all aspects of a Goat Trail. You can Google or Wikipedia "Goat Trail" as long as your heart desires, and you will not come up with a clear explanation. What is a Goat Trail? A Goat Trail is typically a one-lane road consisting

Johnny Denzel Davis, 35, of El Cajon, passed away on July 2nd from injuries sustained in a single- vehicle motorcycle crash on old Highway 94 on June 30th. He suffered head trauma and blunt force injuries to the torso and was taken to Sharp Memorial Hospital where he remained comatose. Denzel left behind so many

No matter where you live in southern California, there are great places to ride. Whether you want the ocean, mountains, desert, or twisty roads, canyons, or straight and relaxing highways, SoCal has it all. For this blog, I will be focusing on San Diego county roads and highways since that is what I know best.

Friends, I’d like to introduce another female rider this week, Jennifer and her 2012 Harley Davidson Sportster SuperLow. This is no ordinary SuperLow though, she has had it custom painted to one of her favorite colors, pink. It is a light pink, very gentle and relaxing on the eyes with a white stripe down the

To ride a motorcycle is to instantly gain entry into an exclusive club. You could be a fulltime professional superbike racer, but if you're caging it on the road no one will look twice at you. On the flipside if you're riding for the first time on a brand new to you motorcycle you'll immediately

All my readers will likely soon find me to be a broken record. I'm always looking at the next bike I want to buy. Well, here we go again. Just a year or so after buying my 1998 Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide, I am already looking for something new. Here is the basic problem

If you're a biker, you may want to avoid Santa Monica on Sunday, Arpil 15. As summer approaches, expect more and more of these kinds of posts from me: The weather is warming up, and "public safety" is on the minds of your friendly neighborhood law enforcement. The feds give the state money allocated for

Just what the internet needs, yet another blogger talking about, well, himself. Right? But here is one that may just be worth checking out. A few weeks ago, the blog Bikes and Buddies: Stories of Motorcycles, Friends, Family and the Open Road, was brought to my attention. It's a fairly new addition to the world

SAN DIEGO MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYER REPORT: The San Diego motorcycle accident attorneys at Riderz Law have an accident to report from Vista. Last Sunday, a motorcyclist and his passenger were injured when the rider laid his bike down in order to avoid hitting a vehicle that pulled out in front of them. According to the

Just as the sun comes out and the weather warms up here in Southern California, the wind kicks in, making riding not-quite-perfect still, despite the clear skies and the seventy degrees outside. But sitting in my office, I can nonetheless see my old Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide Evo, sitting out there in the sun,

I try to keep up on major legal developments, especially those that are relevant to my practice as a motorcycle accident lawyer in California. But as for the world of high finance, eh, not so much. In fact, I haven't read the Wall Street Journal with any regularity since I was an economics major in

The motorcycle accident lawyers here at Riderz Law hope you had a safe and enjoyable holiday season. We know that for some, however, the holidays brought sadness, and in at least a few instances, injuries on the road. Some of these were the result of careless riding, drunk drivers, or just people (whether riders or

Last Christmas, I gave you my… holiday wish list. Sadly, I received not a single one of the items on that list. Perhaps I need to marry into a wealthy family, or maybe if my parents or one of my siblings wins the Power Ball lotto someday. But if one of you out there just

RIVERSIDE MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY REPORT:  The Riverside Motorcycle Accident lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of an injury-accident that occurred in Moreno Valley.  On Tuesday afternoon at approximately 4:30, a Riverside County Sheriff’s deputy was injured in an accident while trying to make a routine traffic stop.  The officer, who was on his motorcycle, was

ORANGE COUNTY MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY REPORT:  The Orange County motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of a tragic motorcycle accident that occurred this past weekend.  Last Sunday evening, a San Clemente man crashed his motorcycle on the I-5 north after he collided with a tractor-trailor.   According to California Highway Patrol, the accident

Ever wanted to zip around the mean streets of Gothem City, prowling for evil doers? Or maybe it's been your lifelong dream to crush that pesky Rebel Alliance once and for all. As far as we're aware, no company is yet manufacturing those awesome "speeder bikes" from Return of the Jedi, or mass producing the

SAN DIEGO MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYER REPORT:  The San Diego motorcycle accident attorneys at Riderz Law have an unfortunate motorcycle crash to report from Chula Vista.  Last Saturday evening, a 35-year-old motorcyclist suffered critical injuries when his motorcycle collided with an SUV.   According to local authorities, the accident occurred at approximately 5pm at the intersection

LOS ANGELES MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY REPORT:  The LA motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have a tragic accident to report from this weekend.  Last Saturday night at approximately 3 a.m., 25-year-old Marc A. Grace, from Los Angeles, was killed in a motorcycle accident on the 101 Freeway. According to California Highway Patrol, Mr. Grace was

Thanksgiving is perhaps my favorite holiday. Somehow, despite the ever-increasing prevalence of corporate influence in our lives, Thanksgiving has managed to remain relatively un-commercialized. Sure, sure, I know that Black Friday is the unofficial start to the madness of holiday shopping. But for one glorious day, we eat, we enjoy family, let the ladies cook

SAN DIEGO MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYER REPORT:  The San Diego motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have a tragic accident to report from last week.  Last Friday, 49-year-old James Kelly Worley, from Poway, was killed in a motorcycle accident on the I-5.  According to San Diego County authorities, Worley was heading northbound on I-5 just south

Some car drivers are so bad that they just should not be licensed. Some are driving around without licenses at all. Here's one that takes the cake: On Tuesday morning, 23 year-old Juan Carlos Avendan Ortiz, of Rohnert Park (Sonoma County), California, was driving his Jetta on the northbound 101 in Santa Rosa, when he

Orange County Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:  The motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of an injury-accident in Seal Beach involving a sport bike and a sedan.  Earlier this week, a male rider on a late model Suzuki sport bike was riding his motorcycle on Highway 1 (PCH) near Seal Beach boulevard when he

LOS ANGELES MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY REPORT:  The motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of a tragic accident that occurred earlier this week on Pacific Coast Highway just south of Malibu.   According to California Highway Patrol, a rider on a late-model Harley-Davidson Motorcycle was traveling northbound on PCH between Santa Monica and Malibu

SAN DIEGO MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY REPORT:  Our motorcycle accident lawyers in San Diego have a tragic accident to report from Oceanside.  Last Saturday night around 2 a.m., 26 year-old Kristopher Allen Murray, from Vista, was killed while riding his motorcycle on North Santa Fe Drive near Darwin Road.  According to the San Diego County Medical

SAN DIEGO MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY REPORT:  The motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of a tragic accident that occurred this past Thursday evening in San Diego. According to California Highway Patrol, 40-year-old Shawn Russell Kinzar, from El Cajon, was riding his motorcycle on eastbound Interstate 8 near Mollison Avenue around 8:40 p.m. when

ORANGE COUNTY MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYER REPORT:  The motorcycle accident attorneys at Riderz Law have learned of accident involving an Orange County sheriff’s deputy.  Last Tuesday, two motorcyclists were speeding on the I-5 in Mission Viejo, and were pursued by California Highway Patrol.  The two motorcyclists then exited the freeway and fled onto side-streets – their

Electric motorcycles have been around for awhile, but they've never gained any real attention from the motorcycling community. This may be about to change. A little bit, anyway. There are plenty of reasons that electric bikes have not yet been embraced by bikers. They don't sounds like motorcycles (which may be good or bad depending

Orange County Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Report:  The personal injury lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of a minor motorcycle accident on the 91 Freeway near the 241 interchange.  According to authorities, a motorcyclist lost control of his late-model Honda sport bike and crashed into the a divider at high speed, suffering serious injuries.  The exact

Orange County Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:  Our lawyers have learned of a motorcycle accident that occurred in Irvine last week.  According to local authorities, a man and female passenger were riding a late model Triumph motorcycle when they collided with a sedan at the intersection of Barranca Parkway and Von Karman.  Preliminary reports indicate that

Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:  The lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of a tragic motorcycle accident in Los Angeles on the I-5 near Western Avenue.  According to local authorities,  a rider on a Suzuki sport bike was traveling on the northbound I-5 when he was side-swiped by a Cadillac Escalade.  The motorcyclist was

Long Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Report:  The attorneys at Riderz Law have learned of a motorcycle accident in Long Beach from last week.  According to California Highway Patrol, a man riding a late-model Harley-Davidson motorcycle was hit by a car making a left-hand turn at the intersection of Long Beach Boulevard and Wardlow Road.  The

Orange County Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:  The lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of a motorcycle accident that occurred last week on Pacific Coast Highway, just north of Laguna Beach. California Highway Patrol reports that a man on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle was riding southbound on PCH when he rear-ended a car that had stopped suddenly

Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Report:  The LA motorcycle accident attorneys at Riderz Law have a tragic accident to report from North Hollywood.  Last week, a young rider on a late-model Ducati was severely injured on the northbound 101 near the Cahuenga Pass.  According to California Highway Patrol, a white Ford F-150 changed lanes and

Sacramento Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:  The Sacramento motorcycle lawyers at Riderz Law have an unfortunate accident to report from earlier this week.   Last Tuesday, 56 year old Richard Arnold Crosse was killed in a motorcycle accident on eastbound Highway 26 just east of Hogan Dam Road.  According to California Highway Patrol, Mr. Crosse was

Fresno Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:  The Fresno motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have an accident to report from Clovis.  Last Saturday evening, an off duty police officer was riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle when he was struck by a drunk driver.  According to California Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was riding his bike at the

As a service to our clients and readers, we've complied a list of the best biker bars in California. This list is based on recommendations by our friends and fellow riders, as well as our own experience riding the highways and back roads in CA and stopping off at local watering holes along the way.

Bakersfield Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:   The motorcycle lawyers at Riderz Law have an unfortunate accident-injury to report from Bakersfield.  Last Saturday night, a young motorcyclist was severely injured while traveling on Union Avenue near Houghton Road. According to California Highway Patrol, the accident occurred at approximately 5 p.m.  when the young motorcycle rider crashed

Orange County Motorcycle Accident Attorney Report:  A fatal motorcycle accident occurred last Saturday night in San Clemente.  According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, a 23 year-old male was riding his motorcycle with a female passenger on Avenida Cordoba when he lost control and slammed into a guardrail, throwing him and his passenger from the

Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Report:  A fatal motorcycle accident occurred on the 405 Freeway near Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles last Saturday.  According to California Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist, 39-year-old Brad Joel Harris, was riding his 2007 Ducati 1098 between lanes when he lost control of his bike, crashing into a Toyota Corolla.  No

Sacramento Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Report:  Last week, 64 year old Robert Wilson was killed on the Capital City Freeway when he was struck by a Volkswagen.  The driver of the Volkswagen fled the scene after the accident.  According to Highway Patrol, the hit and run driver was subsequently found and arrested last Wednesday.  The driver,

Riverside Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Report:  The attorneys at Riderz Law have another tragic accident to report from Riverside County.  Last Wednesday in Cathedral City (Palm Desert Area) a 44 year old man was killed while riding his motorcycle on Cree and East Palm Canyon Road.  The man was found dead at the accident scene –

STOCKTON – The Stockton motorcycle accident attorney at Riderz Law has a tragic accident to report from earlier this week.  This past Sunday, a 64-year-old man was killed after crashing his motorcycle in an accident on Highway 4, just east of Milton Road.  According to California Highway patrol, the man, who was riding an early

LOS ANGELES:  The Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorneys at Riderz Law have an unfortunate motorcycle accident to report that occurred in the San Fernando Valley.  During last week’s annual Love Ride, a charity motorcycle run to help find a cure for autism, two separate accidents occurred, causing two fatalities and injuring at least two other

CHICO:  Our Chico motorcycle accident lawyers have learned of an accident that occurred last Monday on the I-5 just north of Sourgrass Road.  According to California Highway Patrol, George Matthew Gerkin, 39, crashed his late 90’s model Harley Davidson into a car ahead of him, resulting in significant injuries. According to reports, Mr. Gerkin was

SAN JOSE:  Our San Jose motorcycle accident lawyers have learned of a tragic motorcycle accident on the U.S. 101 Freeway.  Last Thursday, two ladders fell off of a vehicle traveling on the southbound U.S. 101 and caused a fatal accident, killing motorcyclist Hoc Nguyen, 28, of San Jose. According to the California Highway Patrol, Mr.

MISSION HILLS – Our San Diego motorcycle accident lawyer has learned of a tragic motorcycle accident earlier this week in mission hills.  According to California Highway Patrol, last Monday a Reseda man, Danny Stafford, was killed when his motorcycle crashed on the northbound San Diego Freeway (405) just South of San Fernando Mission boulevard.  Details

LAKE FOREST – Our Orange County motorcycle accident lawyer has a tragic motorcycle crash to report from earlier this week.  Last Sunday, Donn Lavine, 58, of Anaheim Hills, was riding his 2000 Harley Davidson near Lake Forest on a curvy section of Santiago Canyon Road when, for reasons unknown, he veered off the roadway and

It's never a good idea to try to run from the cops. Besides being illegal, no one has the skills to negotiate congested and unpredictable California freeway traffic at speeds in excess of 100 mph. And often when we see this attempted, it is by young, inexperienced riders. (Of course, those of us who are

SAN JOSE:  Our San Jose motorcycle accident attorney  has a tragic, fatal motorcycle accident to report.  Last Sunday, a 32-year-old woman died after crashing her motorcycle on northbound Highway 280 by Edgewood Road.  According to California Highway Patrol, the accident happened at approximately 12 noon when the victim lost control of her motorcycle and swerved into

Below is an email we recently received from a biker regarding motorcycle insurance. He wanted to know how much insurance you should carry. The short answer is, as much Uninsured Coverage as possible! Dear Riderz Law Motorcycle Accident Lawyer, What amount of motorcycle insurance coverage would you recommend? Sincerely, American Biker * * * Dear

LONG BEACH – Our motorcycle accident attorney in Long Beach reports that last week, two people were injured when their motorcycle crashed into a parked police car at the scene of a possible gang shooting.  According to local authorities, a male was riding a sport bike style motorcycle with a female passenger on Pacific Coast

SAN DIEGO:  Our motorcycle accident attorney in San Diego has a tragic accident to report from last week.  Last Thursday, a 19-year-old man was severely injured when his motorcycle ran into the back of a vehicle while traveling on Mira Mesa Boulevard.  According to California Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was riding east on Mira Mesa

FULLERTON –  Our motorcycle accident lawyer in Orange County has another unfortunate accident to report from last week.  Last Thursday afternoon in Fullerton, one person was injured when a Toyota Camry crashed into a rider on a late model Suzuki sport bike.  According to authorities, the motorcycle crash occurred around 2 p.m. on Brookhurst Street

Two months ago, we reported that the CHP will be stepping up enforcement and cracking down on bikers on the Angeles Crest Highway this summer. The increased law enforcement presence has not gone unnoticed by motorcyclists — or by local businesses. Management at Newcomb's Ranch, the only place to get food or drink in the

Yesterday, we reported that Police in Napa, California, will be targeting bikers this weekend. Well, thanks to the grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, this kind of targeted law enforcement is spreading. Next stop, Bakersfield, California. The Bakersfield Police Department will be conducting "specialized Motorcycle Safety

Though often maligned by the Motorcycle Club crowd and many "Big Twin" riders, the Harley-Davidson Sportster has always had a special place in my heart. The history of the bike is as cool as they come, and after 55 years, the bike still retains much of its original styling. Almost as importantly to me, my

Here's something you don't see everyday: Law enforcement apologizing. Especially to bikers. Especially to patch-holding bikers. And (even more) especially to so-called outlaw motorcycle club bikers. But low and behold, that's what happened in Riverside County yesterday. County officials apologized as part of a settlement agreement on the Vagos MC defamation suit against the county.

Everyone knows that Hollywood is Tinsel Town, known for glamorous premieres, movie stars, fancy cars, and all things film. And there are few better places than Southern California for riding (of course, there are few worse places than the LA freeways, but that's a blog for another day). But put movies and motorcycles together, and

BAKERSFIELD:  The Bakersfield motorcycle accident lawyers at Riderz Law have yet another unfortunate accident to report.  A CHP officer was injured in a motorcycle accident earlier this week in downtown Bakersfield.  According to reports, the CHP officer had stopped his motorcycle to pull over a driver when another car turning left at an intersection slammed

MODESTO:  The Modesto motorcycle accident attorneys at Riderz Law have a tragic motorcycle accident to report from last week.  On June 9, twenty-nine year old fire fighter Andrew Maloney, of Los Banos, was killed in a fatal accident with a drunk driver. According to the California Highway Patrol, Maloney was riding his motorcycle south on

The Sacramento Motorcycle Accident lawyers at Riderz Law have learned of multiple motorcycle accidents that happened over the recent memorial day weekend in Amador County – an inland area in the Sierra Nevada Mountains east of Sacramento.   The first motorcycle accident occurred on Highway 49 and Vista Point.  According to California Highway Patrol, 51-year-old

LOS ANGELES:  The Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers here at Riderz Law have learned of another unfortunate motorcycle accident.  Last week, a California Highway Patrol officer was severely injured on his motorcycle while attempting to assist a broken-down vehicle.  The officer, JD Fields of Northridge, was riding his motorcycle on the 134 freeway when he

LOS ANGELES:  The Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers here at Riderz Law have learned of another unfortunate motorcycle accident.  Last week, a California Highway Patrol officer was severely injured on his motorcycle while attempting to assist a broken-down vehicle.  The officer, JD Fields of Northridge, was riding his motorcycle on the 134 freeway when he