Ride Life


  • Why Motorcycle Lights Flicker When Riding

    Few motorcycle issues are more frustrating—or more concerning—than flickering lights while riding. Whether it’s a headlight that pulses at idle, turn signals that blink irregularly, or LED lights that cut...

    Keith Remy |

  • Motorcycle License Plate Lights Explained

    License plate lights are one of the most overlooked parts of a motorcycle’s lighting system—until they stop working or cause a failed inspection or traffic stop. Many riders upgrade headlights,...

    Dave Oberst |

  • Motorcycle LED Turn Signal Laws Explained

    LED turn signals are one of the most popular motorcycle lighting upgrades—and for good reason. They’re brighter, faster, more visible in daylight, and far more durable than old halogen bulbs....

    Jared Witham |

  • How to Reduce Eye Strain When Riding a Motorcycle at Night

    Night riding can be peaceful, rewarding, and sometimes unavoidable—but for many motorcyclists, it also comes with eye strain, fatigue, headaches, and reduced confidence. If you’ve ever finished a night ride...

    Keith Remy |

  • Do LED Motorcycle Lights Need a Relay?

    If you’re upgrading your motorcycle lighting to LED, you’ve probably seen conflicting advice about relays. Some riders say relays are absolutely required for LED lights, while others say LEDs are...

    Dave Oberst |

  • Motorcycle Lighting Pre-Ride Check

    A pre-ride inspection is one of the simplest habits that can dramatically improve motorcycle safety—and lighting should always be at the top of that list. Headlights, brake lights, turn signals,...

    Jared Witham |

  • How to Aim Your Motorcycle Headlight Correctly

    A motorcycle headlight can be incredibly bright and still perform poorly if it’s not aimed correctly. Improper headlight aim reduces how much of the road you can see, creates glare...

    Keith Remy |

  • What Size Headlight Does My Motorcycle Use?

    One of the most common questions riders ask before upgrading their motorcycle lighting is simple—but critical: “What size headlight does my motorcycle use?” Choosing the wrong headlight size leads to...

    Dave Oberst |

  • Motorcycle Lighting Myths Debunked

    Motorcycle lighting is one of the most talked-about—and misunderstood—topics among riders. From online forums to parking-lot conversations, myths about LED headlights, brightness, legality, and electrical damage are everywhere. Unfortunately, believing...

    Keith Remy |