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Putting the CPMC X6 CarPlay System to the Test on Jamie's Honda ADV 160
The folks at CPMC (that's CarPlay MotorCycle, for those keeping score) reached out and asked if I'd like to try their new X6 motorcycle CarPlay system with a 2K dash cam.
Jerry James
3 hours ago4 min read


13 Days, 2 Rallies, Countless Curves: Follow Along on My Wisconsin Motorcycle Adventure
There is something special about loading up a motorcycle, pointing it toward a distant horizon, and seeing what happens between Point A and Point B. In just a few days, I'll be doing exactly that as I head out on a 13-day motorcycle adventure through the Midwest. This trip will take me to two fantastic motorcycle rallies, some legendary Wisconsin roads, and a few places I've been wanting to explore for quite some time. And yes, before anyone asks, Jerry & Jamie 2UP will be hi
Jerry James
Jun 93 min read


MSTA 2026 Rally Schedule
MSTA rallies are really the heart and soul of the club. Sure, the roads are amazing, but it’s the people you meet along the way that keep folks coming back year after year. These events give riders the chance to explore new areas, ride some fantastic roads, swap stories over dinner, and spend time with riders who quickly become friends instead of just names on a Facebook group or forum. One of the best things about MSTA rallies is that there’s something for everyone. Some rid
Jerry James
May 131 min read


Ozark Escape Routes
We are 11 days out from the 2026 Ozark Escape. The routes have been completes and can be downloaded below. Please remember that weather, traffic and road conditions change. Ride these routes at your own risk. Street Routes Push Mountian Loop: 270 Miles This is a long day but well worth it. Push Mountain is a highlight. This route is twisty and can be technical at times. Ozark Escape Lunch Ride: 160 Miles This is a fun twisty route to join the group at the SS Dockside Cafe A
Jerry James
Apr 192 min read


11 Days to Go… The Moab Adventure Countdown Is On 🚙🏜️🔥
We are officially 11 days away from our epic Moab getaway, and the anticipation is building in the best possible way. This is the kind of trip that reminds us why we love adventure travel, big landscapes, capable rigs, great people, and stories that only get better around the campfire each night.
Before we roll west, I wanted to share a few reminders and give everyone a quick look at what the week is going to feel like.
Jerry James
Mar 115 min read


From Paper Maps to Lean Angles: Does the zūmo XT3 Make Sense for Real-World Riders?
Lean angle tracking sounds awesome, Until you realize you now have proof.
Back in the day, your buddy says, “Man, I was dragging knee through that sweeper,” and you just nod respectfully.
Jerry James
Feb 203 min read


Southern Roads & Civil War Echoes - APRIL 22-25, 2026
We kick this tour off in Oxford MS and if you’ve never spent time here, you’re in for a treat. Oxford isn’t just a starting point, it’s an experience. Classic brick buildings wrap around The Square, front porches stretch wide under big Southern skies, and the hospitality is as smooth as fresh pavement on a backroad curve.
Jerry James
Feb 143 min read


Creeks, Curves & Back Roads ADV Ride. MAY 14-17, 2026
If you’ve been craving a ride that blends adventure, challenge, scenery, and small-town charm into one unforgettable loop… this is it.
The Creeks, Curves & Back Roads Ride delivers over 350 miles of pure North Georgia exploration. This isn’t a highway tour. It’s a deep dive into the heart of the mountains, flowing gravel, rugged two-track, hidden ribbons of pavement, and forest roads that feel like they were built just for you and your machine.
Jerry James
Feb 123 min read


From Kitchen Table to Kickstand Up - Plotting the Perfect Ride
It always starts the same way: a cup of coffee gone cold, a kitchen table slowly disappearing under maps, notes, and an inner dialog that included, “What if we went this way instead?” Before the engine fires and the side stand comes up, the ride has already begun.
Jerry James
Feb 124 min read


Keep It Clean, Keep It Rolling: A Rider’s Guide to Chain Care
If you ride a sport-touring bike, chances are you don’t measure rides in minutes, you measure them in fuel stops, state lines, and how many more miles you have to do tomorrow. We put real miles on our machines, and that means chain maintenance isn’t optional, it’s just part of the rhythm of riding.
Jerry James
Jan 113 min read
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