Month: January 2023
Biker killed in Alabama crash
FOX 10 reports: A crash involving a motorcycle and another vehicle on Interstate 10 Eastbound in Mobile this morning has resulted in a fatality, according to the Mobile Fire-Rescue Department.
Read MoreCustom Sturgis Road Glide goes for bargain at Mecum auction in Vegas
A custom Sturgis motorcycle, built by the students at Mitchell Technical Institute in South Dakota, was sold at a Las Vegas auction for about $25 thousand dollars. The money will
Read More“American picker” Mike Wolfe Pays $17k for motorcycle to Cure Kids Cancer
Mike Wolfe, the co-founder of the History Channel’s “American Pickers,” recently made a generous purchase at the Mecum Vintage Motorcycle Auction in Las Vegas. Wolfe purchased a charity helmet, with
Read MoreNational Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, Iowa to Close Due to Financial Struggle
The National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, Iowa, is set to close its doors due to financial difficulties. The museum, which has been open for more than 25 years, has struggled
Read MoreJay Leno Overcomes Severe Motorcycle Accident, Returns to the Comedy Stage with a Bang!
Jay Leno, the popular comedian and former host of The Tonight Show, has returned to the comedy stage after a severe motorcycle accident. Leno, who is well known for his
Read MoreRiding without a Helmet? Know Your State’s Motorcycle Law Before Hitting the Road
Motorcycle helmets are a crucial piece of safety equipment for riders, protecting the head from injury in the event of an accident. However, the use of motorcycle helmets is a
Read MoreDiscover Alabama’s Best Kept Secrets on Two Wheels: The Ultimate Motorcycle Touring Guide
Alabama is a state with diverse and scenic landscapes, making it an ideal destination for motorcycle riders. The state offers a mix of scenic roads, mountainous terrain, and winding curves
Read MoreRev Your Engines: The Barber Vintage Motorcycle Festival – A Thrilling, Family-Friendly Experience!
One of my favorite places in the world to visit is Barber Vintage Motorcycle museum outside Birmingham, Alabama. And it’s one of the few biker rallies I fell 100 percent
Read MoreDiscovering Adventure and Family Bonds: The Story of Biker Dad Chris Best
Biker Dad, also known as Chris Best, is a passionate motorcycle rider, family man, and popular blogger and vlogger. He has gained a large following on various platforms due to
Read MoreThe best places to ride a motorcycle near Las Vegas
One of my favorite places to ride a motorcycle is the area around Las Vegas. Thanks to Eagle Rider, I’ve had the opportunity to see the beautiful landscape on two
Read MoreHow to hire a motorcycle injury lawyer
When hiring a motorcycle attorney, it is important to find one with experience and knowledge in motorcycle accident cases. Some things to consider when looking for a motorcycle attorney include:
Read MoreHarley-Davidson dealership damaged in Texas tornado
PASADENA, TX (BIKER DAD)– The local Harley-Davidson dealership was among the buildings suffering severe damage after a tornado ripped through southeast Texas. ABC 13 reports: Pasadena suffered extensive storm damage
Read MoreFourth Hells Angels Motorcycle Club Member Indicted After Investigation into Brutal Beating
UNEDITED PRESSS RELEASE FOR THE US ATTORNEY: SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A federal grand jury returned a one-count indictment today against Kenneth Caspers Jr., 55, of Vacaville, charging him with being
Read MoreAir Force commando hit by school bus dies
Police in the Florida panhandle say a man was killed and 2 students injured when a school bus hit a motorcycle. WKRG Reports; One man died and two students were
Read MoreAtlanta to pay $3 million for biker killed due to bad traffic light
FOX 5 REPORTS: Members of the Atlanta City Council members are set to pay a family more than $3 million to settle an accident claim where a motorcyclist was killed. The collision
Read MoreFlorida biker killed when school bus pulled out in front of him, kids witness death
WESH REPORTS: A 28-year-old motorcyclist is dead and two children are injured after a crash involving a school bus in Mary Esther Wednesday afternoon. Police say the bus was at
Read MoreWoman steals city bus, backs into motorcycle
KLAS reports A woman was arrested after stealing an RTC bus and using it to back into a Las Vegas police officer’s motorcycle, an arrest report said. Brandy Lacky, 32,
Read MoreJay Leno reportedly suffers broken bones in motorcycle accident months after garage fire
NBC REPORTS: Jay Leno is reportedly recovering from a motorcycle accident last week that left him with several broken bones just months after he sustained serious burns in a fire that broke out
Read MoreGeorgia biker hit by left-turning driver
LOCAL NEWS REPORTS: A van and motor cycle collided Monday in Walker County, Georgia.The Georgia State Patrol is now investigating the cause behind the wreck. The report goes on to
Read MoreNebraska bill seeks to overturn motorcycle helmet law
KETV REPORTS: There’s another effort to make motorcycle helmets optional for riders 21 and older, in Nebraska. State Sen. Ben Hansen is proposing LB 91, which would make helmets optional
Read MorePagan’s roll into town: News stations loses its $hI+
Hundreds of Pagan’s motorcycle club members and other bikers rolled into North Carolina, obviously for the funeral of a member who was recently shot and killed on his motorcycle. The
Read MoreFlorida biker killed when SUV turns left in front of him
WESH REPORTS: ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A man has died after an Orange County crash on Sunday, according to Florida Highway Patrol. A motorcycle and an SUV crashed around 1:47
Read MoreTwo dead after Mississippi motorcycle-bicycle crash
WLOX REPORTS: Two people died in a tragic crash on Hwy 90 in Pascagoula Wednesday night. It happened around 6 p.m. and involved a person on a bicycle and one
Read More19-year-old Illinois biker hit by 3 cars dies
A 19-year-old Illinois biker is dead after he was hit by 3 cars riding his motorcycle. It happened in Joliet Illinois Monday according to the local coroner. The police report
Read MoreBiker killed in NW Florida trying to pass a car
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. — A 60-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a three-vehicle wreck in Escambia County Tuesday afternoon. It happened around 2:30 p.m. at County Road 95A and Cedartown Road
Read MoreMichigan State Police disband motorcycle unitÂ
WXYX reports: It is a historic change for the Michigan State Police. For generations, police have used motorcycles to patrol and respond to crimes. Now the MSP motorcycle unit is
Read MoreProsecutors wanted life but “biker gang” member who killed cop could be free in weeks
The LA Times reports: David Martinez, a member of the Mongols motorcycle gang, was sentenced to 10 years in prison Tuesday after pleading no contest in November to charges of voluntary manslaughter
Read MoreCEO: Harley-Davidson will go all electric, “natural evolution”
Harley-Davidson is transitioning to become an all-electric brand in a process that will take decades, explains its CEO Jochen Zeitz in this interview. Harley-Davidson, which is known for its large-engine, heavyweight cruiser
Read MoreDaredevil Robbie Knieval dead at 60
TMZ REPORTS A family source tells Robbie was in hospice care for his final days after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He died early Friday morning with his daughters at
Read MoreNorth Carolina man charged with DWI in critical motorcycle accident
WILMINGTON, NC (BIKER DAD) — A North Carolina man is facing DWI charges for hitting a biker with his truck this week. Brandon Bennett was arrested according to WECT. You
Read MoreAlabama woman run over by SUV after falling off motorcycle
State troopers say an Alabama woman survived a motorcycle crash with a car, only to be run over and killed moments later by an SUV. WDHN spoke with Gracie Rivera’s
Read MoreRecall alert: Certain Indian motorcycles recalled for kickstand problem
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 9, 2023 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – Indian Motorcycle Recall – Kickstand May Not Retract Properly/FMVSS 123 A kickstand that does not properly retract can increase the
Read MoreCanadian town bracing for “biker gang” rolling into town
Police in Gananoque, Ontario are warning citizens of a “biker gang” they fear will be rolling into town Friday. The police posted about it on their Facebook page. The post
Read MoreVIDEO: Georgia motorcycle rider speeds from police to his death
This is why many jurisdictions won’t chase motorcycles. It almost always ends in death. According to the Gainesville (GA) Times: Flowery Branch man who died in a motorcycle crash in
Read MoreDriverless car out of control in bike lane caught on camera
AUSTIN, TXÂ Austin-area cyclist Robert Foster already knows to ride defensively. The rider told Fox 7 Austin that he already assumes every car is dangerous and gives them a wide berth. But even the
Read MoreBiker busted: He left cops in the dust, then posted the video to TikTok
Georgia State Patrol pursued a motorcycle through Henry and Clayton County and ultimately lost contact with the vehicle. After hearing about the chase, Lieutenant Reimers began searching social media and was
Read MoreMan charged with killing Alabama biker
A man from the town of Southside in Alabama is charged with manslaughter in the death of a biker. Drigelio Sarmiento of Rainbow City was killed in the crash. Witnesses
Read MoreNew Hampshire firefighter killed in motorcycle crash
HUDSON, NH — A firefighter was killed in a motorcycle crash Monday night in Hudson. The victim was identified as firefighter and paramedic Todd J. “Woody” Berube, 48, a member
Read MoreKnoxville woman celebrates 105th birthday with motorcycle ride
Helen Akard retired from Regions Bank at 93 and spent 70 years as a loan officer. Now, the Knoxville woman spends her days waiting on adventures as she celebrated her
Read MoreBiker killed in fiery crash by mini van making a left turn
ACCOMACK COUNTY, Va.- A biker didn’t make it home to his family on New Year’s eve because a minivan made a left turn in front of him. That’s according to
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