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Every hot-blooded, motorcycle-riding adventurer longs to embark on a cross-country trip atop their favorite bike. Whether you're riding along the Canadian border or venturing across the United States, you'll be spending a significant amount of time navigating unfamilar territory in the saddle. At Deadbeat Customs we have everything you need to know for a successful expedition. window.SHOGUN_IM …

Written by Bill Politis In July 2014, I had the opportunity to go to Beijing, China for free. A wealthy Boston University alumni was sending a group of kids from BU to Beijing to create short documentaries about Chinese culture. To get into the program, I had to write an essay about what I wanted to film. So, I wrote a short paper in which I explained how I wanted to document scooters and bicycles trafficking through the city. I knew this wasn’t what I wanted to film, but I nee …

Even if you’re not familiar with the world of motorcycle stunt performers, you’ve probably heard of Evel Knievel. His name alone has become synonymous with daredevilry and recklessness, because Evel himself was a daredevil and shockingly reckless! He enthralled generations of fans in America and around the world with his death-defying stunts. Evel Origins …

The Chopper motorcycle is a movement in its own right. It’s about art, engineering, Americana, freedom, individuality, attitude and a lot more. The Chopper craze has had its fair share of ups and downs, but continues to ride strong throughout the decades. But what is the Chopper, exactly? Before we can answer this question, we need to explore the history of the Bobber a bit. After all, the former is a direct descendant of the latter. About The Bobber …

Nothing compares to the thrill of sitting astride the leather seat of your cruiser, chopper, Harley or any other motorcycle, hitting the highway and becoming one with your bike as it hugs the asphalt and dominates the road. The United States has a lot to offer in terms of fantastic routes that you can explore with your motorcycle. From the winding and seemingly endless coastal highways to the roads that fit a little too close against the sides of tall mountains, North America has a hu …