My name is Peter Mark. I am 32 years old and reside in Masset, B.C. On March 11, 2011 I, along with millions of others around the world watched in awe and horror as the Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami ravaged northeastern Japan.  READ ON

Each year, motorcyclists load up the cruiser or touring bike with T-bags for days, weeks, or even months on the road.  For the seasoned motorcycle traveler, packing has become routine with many essentials regularly pre-packed for travel at a moment’s notice.   For those new to motorcycle travel, the question most asked is, “What do I pack and can I get everything on the bike?”

The answer to the second part of that question is “No, but you don’t need to take everything.”  The rest of the question on what to pack will vary with each motorcyclist and with each destination.  There are, however, a few essentials necessary regardless of the travel or the traveler. READ ON 

There are literally thousands of videos on YouTube highlighting riders performing all manners of mind-bending stunts on motorcycles. Most of them merit a passing glance and little more. The video you'll see after the break, featuring French trials rider Julien Dupont, is an exception. You really should watch this video from start to finish. READ ON