Two-time AMA Grand National Champion, Dick “Bugsy” Mann passed away on April 26th at his home near Reno, Nevada. (Dave Friedman / Don Emde Collection/)There is much sadness in the motorcycling world this week as word spreads of the passing of one of America’s greatest motorcycle racers ever. Two-time AMA Grand National champion Dick “Bugsy” Mann passed away on April…
For the 2021 Yamaha Tenere 700, National Cycle’s VStream Windscreen comes in three sizes (from left): VSport ($129.95, light tint), Sport/Touring ($149.95, light tint) and Touring ($159.95, clear). The windscreen on our long-term Yamaha Ténéré 700 not only complements the bike’s rally styling but works quite well for a stock bug catcher. Still, I felt that comfort for long highway…
Joshua Trees add life and whimsy to the desert near the Colorado River Valley. Photos by Tim Kessel. Covering three states and several desert ecosystems, this ride was a survey of contrasts, from arid sand dunes to thriving wetlands, whimsical Joshua trees to towering palms, bustling humanity to sublime solitude. An exploration of the Mojave National Preserve and lower Colorado…