Lance Oliver
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Writer, rider, usually combining the two. Managing Editor at Common Tread (RevZilla, Cycle Gear, J&P Cycles). Expect motorcycle stuff, random observations, maybe a cat photo.
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#MotoGP will not be going back to Phillip Island. Instead, MotoGP will be racing at a street circuit in Adelaide city centre. Announcement tomorrow, apparently.
The V8 Supercars circuit looks impossible. Mostly fine, a couple of buildings that will kill riders
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The V8 Supercars circuit looks impossible. Mostly fine, a couple of buildings that will kill riders
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Reports Phillip Island, Victoria lose MotoGP
Both Channel Nine and the Herald Sun are emphatically reporting that the Victorian government has failed to broker a new
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February 18, 2026 at 8:59 AM
#MotoGP will not be going back to Phillip Island. Instead, MotoGP will be racing at a street circuit in Adelaide city centre. Announcement tomorrow, apparently.
The V8 Supercars circuit looks impossible. Mostly fine, a couple of buildings that will kill riders
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The V8 Supercars circuit looks impossible. Mostly fine, a couple of buildings that will kill riders
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The Superbike World Championship begins this weekend and it will no doubt provide some great #motorcycle racing despite its ownership ignoring it and acting like WSBK doesn't exist at all. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
World Superbike, the neglected stepchild of racing, still puts on a show - RevZilla
The Superbike World Championship has been intentionally nudged to second-class status behind MotoGP, but still puts on a show. Racing starts this weekend.
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February 18, 2026 at 11:58 AM
The Superbike World Championship begins this weekend and it will no doubt provide some great #motorcycle racing despite its ownership ignoring it and acting like WSBK doesn't exist at all. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
The man behind the world's biggest #motorcycle collection has died. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Barber Museum founder George Barber Jr. dies at 85 - RevZilla
George Barber Jr. was the founder of the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, home to the world's largest collection of motorcycles.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:48 PM
The man behind the world's biggest #motorcycle collection has died. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
You've heard of a gas-electric hybrid #motorcycle, but in India consumers are using a different approach: gas-CNG hybrid. See it today at Common Tread. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
A different kind of hybrid: Why India built a CNG motorcycle - RevZilla
The first CNG-powered motorcycle takes advantage of existing infrastructure in India and a demand for inexpensive and practical transportation.
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February 17, 2026 at 2:35 PM
You've heard of a gas-electric hybrid #motorcycle, but in India consumers are using a different approach: gas-CNG hybrid. See it today at Common Tread. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
A bill now in a Congressional committee would change the definition of #motorcycle and make three-wheeled vehicles like the Polaris Slingshot illegal. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Federal bill could ban three-wheeled autocycles in United States - RevZilla
A bill in Congress would change the federal government's definition of "motorcycle" in a way that would make three-wheelers like the Slingshot illegal.
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February 16, 2026 at 2:11 PM
A bill now in a Congressional committee would change the definition of #motorcycle and make three-wheeled vehicles like the Polaris Slingshot illegal. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
That's about as good as a Supercross race gets. Seattle 250SX. Top two 30 seconds ahead of third! #motorcycle racing
February 15, 2026 at 2:22 AM
That's about as good as a Supercross race gets. Seattle 250SX. Top two 30 seconds ahead of third! #motorcycle racing
The big question many riders have about Chinese motorcycles is how they'll hold up in the long run. Today at Common Tread, see Dustin's next entry on living with a CFMOTO Ibex 450. #motorcycle news & reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
CFMOTO Ibex 450 long-term review: Traveling on a Chinese motorcycle - RevZilla
We test some add-ons for the CFMOTO Ibex 450, from heated grips to a seat and a windscreen, to make it more capable for long-distance use.
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February 13, 2026 at 1:17 PM
The big question many riders have about Chinese motorcycles is how they'll hold up in the long run. Today at Common Tread, see Dustin's next entry on living with a CFMOTO Ibex 450. #motorcycle news & reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
The new limited-edition Ducati Formula 73 is an homage to the Paul Smart 1972 race bike that was the first Ducati to have desmodromic valves. See it at Common Tread. #motorcycle news; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2026 Ducati Formula 73 first look: The Scrambler goes Paul Smart - RevZilla
The limited-edition Ducati Formula 73 pays homage to the 1972 race bike that was the first Ducati motorcycle to have desmodromic valves.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:04 PM
The new limited-edition Ducati Formula 73 is an homage to the Paul Smart 1972 race bike that was the first Ducati to have desmodromic valves. See it at Common Tread. #motorcycle news; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
WERA racer Melissa Berkoff makes her Common Tread debut as a writer today. See her test of the new fifth-generation Ducati Monster. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2026 Ducati Monster+ first ride review - RevZilla
The fifth generation of the popular Monster gets Ducati's lightweight V2 engine and a host of electronic rider aids, adding up to a versatile street motorcycle.
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February 12, 2026 at 4:08 PM
WERA racer Melissa Berkoff makes her Common Tread debut as a writer today. See her test of the new fifth-generation Ducati Monster. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Good way to freshen up on your history of the Daytona 200 as we start thinking about this year's race.
February 11, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Good way to freshen up on your history of the Daytona 200 as we start thinking about this year's race.
Today at Common Tread, our monthly look at some of the best custom motorcycles being built around the world. Including a dual-engine Royal Enfield. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Custom roundup: A four-cylinder Enfield, an irregular XSR700, and a timely Brough Superior - RevZilla
A dual-engine Royal Enfield, a unique XSR700, and a limited-edition production bike with a watchmaker theme are in this month's selection of customs.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:47 PM
Today at Common Tread, our monthly look at some of the best custom motorcycles being built around the world. Including a dual-engine Royal Enfield. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Today at Common Tread, new Indian Motorcycle CEO Mike Kennedy outlines the company strategy under its new ownership. No lightweight or beginner bikes, no expansion into new market segments, no electric. Just big cruisers. Oh, and trikes. #motorcycle news; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Indian's new strategy: Like the old strategy, but with trikes - RevZilla
New CEO of Indian Motorcycle under its new ownership says the company will focus on its traditional heavyweight cruiser and touring models.
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February 10, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Today at Common Tread, new Indian Motorcycle CEO Mike Kennedy outlines the company strategy under its new ownership. No lightweight or beginner bikes, no expansion into new market segments, no electric. Just big cruisers. Oh, and trikes. #motorcycle news; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Talking about Bad Bunny's halftime show, President Trump said "nobody understood a word he said," making it clear who he considers the nobodies of the world. Me included.
February 9, 2026 at 3:07 PM
Talking about Bad Bunny's halftime show, President Trump said "nobody understood a word he said," making it clear who he considers the nobodies of the world. Me included.
I wish I had a good owl photo for #SuperbOwlSunday but I'm not that good a photographer. How about a seasonally appropriate photo of this Cooper's hawk riding out a snowstorm? No, not a sea hawk. #Birds 🦉
February 8, 2026 at 4:49 PM
I wish I had a good owl photo for #SuperbOwlSunday but I'm not that good a photographer. How about a seasonally appropriate photo of this Cooper's hawk riding out a snowstorm? No, not a sea hawk. #Birds 🦉
Weekend #motorcycle reading from the archives. My colleague Ari Henning called it "the stupidest saying in motorcycling." I called it "the last dangerous myth." We're both talking about riders who crash and then claim "I had to lay it down." #motosky theridesofar.com/2022/12/the-...
The last dangerous myth: “I had to lay it down” – The Ride So Far
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February 7, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Weekend #motorcycle reading from the archives. My colleague Ari Henning called it "the stupidest saying in motorcycling." I called it "the last dangerous myth." We're both talking about riders who crash and then claim "I had to lay it down." #motosky theridesofar.com/2022/12/the-...
The Yamaha WR125R is clearly built for world markets where license restrictions come into play and places where 125 cc motorcycles are workhorse transport. Can it find success in the U.S.? See our test ride today at Common Tread. #motorcycle news & reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2026 Yamaha WR125R first ride review - RevZilla
Yamaha's 2026 WR125R packs a lot of technology into a small, affordable package. Could this be the best beginner dual-sport on the market?
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February 6, 2026 at 1:20 PM
The Yamaha WR125R is clearly built for world markets where license restrictions come into play and places where 125 cc motorcycles are workhorse transport. Can it find success in the U.S.? See our test ride today at Common Tread. #motorcycle news & reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
KTM may have a new corporate name and new management, but it still faces the same troubles. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
KTM's struggles continue under Bajaj ownership - RevZilla
Employee layoffs and weak sales are signs of the continuing problems at KTM under new Bajaj ownership.
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February 5, 2026 at 1:09 PM
KTM may have a new corporate name and new management, but it still faces the same troubles. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Today at Common Tread, we get a first test ride on the new Triumph Trident 800. If the Street Triple has gotten a little too sharp-edged for you but you like that middleweight three-cylinder formula, here's your roadster. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2026 Triumph Trident 800 first ride review - RevZilla
The new Triumph Trident 800 fills the role of a street-focused middleweight motorcycle, formerly held in the lineup by the Street Triple.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:20 PM
Today at Common Tread, we get a first test ride on the new Triumph Trident 800. If the Street Triple has gotten a little too sharp-edged for you but you like that middleweight three-cylinder formula, here's your roadster. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Sales of new motorcycles dropped 7.6% in 2025 in the United States while sales were up in many other countries. What's the difference? I have some opinions in today's story on Common Tread. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
U.S. motorcycle sales dropped 7.6% in 2025 - RevZilla
Another year of weak sales of new motorcycles reflects not just current economic pressures, but also the fact that motorcycling remains outside the mainstream.
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February 3, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Sales of new motorcycles dropped 7.6% in 2025 in the United States while sales were up in many other countries. What's the difference? I have some opinions in today's story on Common Tread. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Two facts I find amazing: 1) 125 years since its founding, Indian Motorcycles has been around for half of all U.S. history; 2) the Indian trademark has now changed hands 19 times. The latest sale closed today. #motosky #motorcycle news at Common Tread www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Ownership of Indian Motorcycles officially changes hands - RevZilla
The sale by Polaris of a majority stake in the Indian Motorcycle Company completes ahead of schedule, with new owners Carolwood LP taking control.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Two facts I find amazing: 1) 125 years since its founding, Indian Motorcycles has been around for half of all U.S. history; 2) the Indian trademark has now changed hands 19 times. The latest sale closed today. #motosky #motorcycle news at Common Tread www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
At Common Tread, we see the stats. So many new and aspiring #motorcycle riders are searching for info on buying their first bike. Here's our updated advice. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
The best beginner motorcycles of 2026 — and alternatives - RevZilla
The Common Tread staff picks their top choices for a motorcycle for a new rider and also provides some less expensive used alternatives.
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February 2, 2026 at 1:55 PM
At Common Tread, we see the stats. So many new and aspiring #motorcycle riders are searching for info on buying their first bike. Here's our updated advice. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Weekend #motorcycle reading from the archives: That time I tested a $43,000, 838-pound Harley-Davidson on the track. Fortunately, it was less of a handful than it sounds like. #motosky theridesofar.com/2024/03/2024... 📷 = Brian J. Nelson
January 31, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Weekend #motorcycle reading from the archives: That time I tested a $43,000, 838-pound Harley-Davidson on the track. Fortunately, it was less of a handful than it sounds like. #motosky theridesofar.com/2024/03/2024... 📷 = Brian J. Nelson
Today at Common Tread, a tale about that time the Mojave Desert swallowed the rear end of Spurgeon's BMW F 900 GS. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
The Midnight Sun in the Mojave Desert: A BMW F 900 GS fever dream - RevZilla
Can a BMW F 900 GS handle the deep sand and abandoned trails of the Mojave? Lessons learned from a solo desert mishap on the dirt route from Las Vegas to L.A.
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January 30, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Today at Common Tread, a tale about that time the Mojave Desert swallowed the rear end of Spurgeon's BMW F 900 GS. #motorcycle news and reviews; #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Backlash against electric bicycles has been growing and several states are considering more restrictions. New Jersey just passed a law that treats some e-bikes the same as motorcycles. Will this affect the #motorcycle industry? See my take at Common Tread. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Will stricter laws on electric bicycles hurt or help motorcycling? - RevZilla
Growing backlash to electric bicycles is leading some states to enact stricter laws. Will the motorcycle industry benefit or be harmed by the changes?
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January 29, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Backlash against electric bicycles has been growing and several states are considering more restrictions. New Jersey just passed a law that treats some e-bikes the same as motorcycles. Will this affect the #motorcycle industry? See my take at Common Tread. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
There's always some amazing #motorcycle riding in the annual Republic Day Parade in India. See the video today at Common Tread. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Video: Amazing motorcycle stunts in India's Republic Day Parade - RevZilla
Motorized military officers performing amazing feats is an annual part of the Republic Day Parade in India. See the video.
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January 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM
There's always some amazing #motorcycle riding in the annual Republic Day Parade in India. See the video today at Common Tread. #motosky www.revzilla.com/common-tread...