Road Dirt Crew

Harley-Davidson To Bring the Revolution Max Back Home

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Jun 9, 2026 | Industry & Racing |

Harley-Davidson announced that they were bringing production of the Revolution Max platform back to the United States, as part of their “Back to the Bricks” strategy. The move will bring machining, powertrain, assembly, painting, and final vehicle assembly back to H-D facilities in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. The transition from Thailand back home is expected ahead of the 2028 model year, sometime in mid 2027. Given all the flak the motorcycle company has taken in recent years, this is welcome and encouraging news for fans of the brand, and for the thousands of workers who will be hired for preparation and production.

Suzuki’s Ken Roczen Claims 2026 Supercross Crown

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | May 14, 2026 | Industry & Racing |

After 13 seasons in the premier class, Roczen had accumulated 28 career 450SX victories, but the championship title had always eluded him. The 2026 season marked Roczen’s sixth year aboard the Suzuki RM-Z450 and his fourth season with Progressive Insurance Cycle Gear ECSTAR Suzuki. Against all odds and against one of the deepest fields in modern Supercross history, Roczen delivered one of the most memorable championship victories the sport has ever seen.

Cycle Gear Ride Day Experience

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Apr 9, 2026 | Ride Life |

Cycle Gear, as part of the Comoto network, has come up with a simple avenue and an easy on-ramp for many to check out what motorcycle riding is all about. Begun last year, several CG stores across America are devoting a weekend to giving non-riders a chance to throw a leg over and get a feel for motorcycling, in a controlled environment and with certified riding coaches. Called the “Ride With Us Ride Day Experience”, selected Cycle Gear stores will be providing small displacement motorcycles for a free opportunity to check out the ride we love so much, with instruction and encouragement, this coming Saturday and Sunday, April 11-12, 10am to 6pm both days.

Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup Kickoff: Observations

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Mar 31, 2026 | Industry & Racing |

Time will tell whether or not the new racing class of Harley competition baggers will take off like it has here in the States, but already the series produced a decent grid of teams for the opening round at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas over the weekend. The paddock and grid saw teams from Australia, Spain, Italy, Brazil and Indonesia as well as USA line up to race. The races both days delivered KotB level action, with races coming down to the final laps and final sprints to the checkered flag.

Higher Calling- A Ride Life Story

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Mar 24, 2026 | Ride Life, Rides & Roads |

Exploration, real exploration, comes with an appetite for uncertainty and discomfort. Adventure is personal for each of us, as we come with diﬀerent experiences, risk appetites, and perspectives. Yet what connects us isn’t the type of road we choose, it’s the willingness to leave our comfort zone without knowing if it will work out, how it all will go, or if it was even a good idea.

Making History at the Daytona 200

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Mar 8, 2026 | Industry & Racing |

At the 84th running of the legendary Daytona 200, the history books got a rewrite thanks to a trio of factors- Herrin, Yaakov, and Ducati. Tim Lester was there to capture the history-making moments for us.

National Cycle- Motorcycle Windshield Leaders

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Mar 2, 2026 | Bikes & Gear, Industry & Racing |

Willey came of age in the early 1900s, amidst World War I, the international flu pandemic of 1918, and the Great Depression. An avid pilot and motorcycle rider (clearly the adventurous type for his times), Willey saw a need among riders for quality accessories. He decided to start a company that would apply expert craftsmanship in manufacturing parts for use on motorbikes, and in 1937 he launched Nation’s Cycle Center in Maywood, Illinois, near metro Chicago.

Beautiful Bikes: Ducati Formula 73

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Feb 26, 2026 | Bikes & Gear, Legendary Bikes |

We recently wrote about some motorcycles debuting this year that caught our eye. Some we hope to ride, others are what we categorized as, “unobtainium”. Either way, all are beautiful, and we love beautiful motorcycles. This latest offering from Ducati is another example, both historic-looking and drop-dead gorgeous, as well as out of reach for the majority of us proletariat. Nonetheless, it caught our eye, so we felt compelled to share a little bit about the Formula 73, as the Italian motorcycle manufacturer has dubbed it.

If You Don’t Feel Like An Imposter, Your Dream Isn’t Big Enough

Posted by Road Dirt Crew | Feb 10, 2026 | Ride Life, Rides & Roads |

Have you ever experienced “imposter syndrome”? It’s that moment when you finally arrive somewhere you’ve dreamed of, and instead of certainty, it feels unreal. Your nerves are up, your heart’s racing, and anticipation sits heavy in your chest— the kind that only shows up when you’re stepping past what’s comfortable. It’s the same feeling as sweaty palms right before you throw a leg over a motorcycle you’ve never ridden. There’s an inner tension that holds two truths at once: I’m not sure I’m supposed to be here, and this is exactly where I’m supposed to be. You wonder if everyone else can tell you’re new, if you belong at all. Then, after a few conversations, a couple weeks of just doing the thing, it hits you— I am definitely supposed to be here.