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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. www.revzilla.com/common-tread www.theridesofar.com www.coffeericeandbeans.com
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 1d
Probably the bastard who pays so poorly that you bought a used KLR650 instead of the new 50th Anniversary Gold Wing and a sidecar for Sophie that you both deserve.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 1d
Look at it this way: You bought a questionable old KLR650 in need of attention before you risk your life riding it in traffic. You've done a bang-up job of complicating your own life. Who needs fictional characters? This is a great plot, you're the protagonist, and Sophie is the loyal sidekick.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 1d
They're not interested in us for our "cool motorcycles," either. (Especially mine.)
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 2d
Clanky? Sounded like a modern boxer, to me. I didn't notice anything unexpected. It's a large-displacement twin, with the nature that comes with that, but it feels quite refined.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 2d
I returned the 2026 BMW R 1300 RT to the mother ship yesterday after putting just over 2,000 miles on it in October. In case you missed my review: www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
rear view of the Triple Black BMW R 1300 RT touring motorcycle parked by a curve on a mountain road
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 2d
With the big EICMA #motorcycle show coming up this week ahead, here are some of the things we're watching for. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
New motorcycles I'd like to see for 2026 at EICMA - RevZilla
With the biggest motorcycle show soon to launch, here are some of the new models to watch for. Or maybe hope for.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 4d
After nearly three months of living (and riding motorcycles) in Japan, Dustin shares a stranger's perspective on what it's like to learn the landscape. And the riding culture. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Found in Translation: An American’s perspective on riding in Japan - RevZilla
Riding a motorcycle in Japan is a different experience for a U.S. motorcyclist in many ways, and in the end it also creates some perspective.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 5d
When Can-Am introduced its electric dual-sport #motorcycle, the Origin, its off-road abilities looked interesting. But can you really spend a weekend riding in the woods with a range-limited electric motorcycle? Our tester set out to try. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Can you go for a weekend ride on an electric motorcycle? - RevZilla
A real-world, off-road test of the Can-Am Origin dual-sport electric motorcycle.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 6d
Take a first look at the 2026 Triumph Trident 800 today at Common Tread. It's a naked bike with the engine from the Tiger Sport 800. #motorcycle news www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2026 Triumph Trident 800 first look: Bye bye, Street Triple 765 R - RevZilla
Triumph adds a second, larger Trident naked bike to its 2026 motorcycle lineup.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 7d
I like the Zero FXS, did a demo ride, shopped around for one and found some deals on used ones, but none that were close enough to me. Still keep my eyes open.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 7d
On the way up the mountain, the only traffic I passed was three bicycles, two cars, and one red fox. The fox declined to be photographed.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 7d
The KLX300SM feels like just the right motorcycle for the short ride to the summit on the narrow, tightly winding road. This section is one of the more open parts of the road. Anything more than the little supermoto feels too big.
KLX300SM supermoto style motorcycle along a winding section of narrow paved roadway with a 25 mph speed limit sign
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 7d
Today was my last chance to ride to the top of Mount Greylock before the road closes for the season.
black and green Kawasak KLX300SM motorcycle parked by a log guardrail with mountains in the distance covered with fall foliage
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 7d
After first teasing it nearly a year ago, Kawasaki has shown its KLE500 middleweight adventure-touring #motorcycle. But a few key pieces of information are still missing. See what we know at Common Tread today. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2026 Kawasaki KLE500 and KLE500 SE first look - RevZilla
A year after Kawasaki first teased a new, middleweight adventure bike, the KLE500 is now out in the open. We still don't have all the specs, though.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 8d
Gratuitous #autumn photo. The steeples of Williamstown, Massachusetts, with Pine Cobble in the background.
White and stone steeples rising from trees, colorful foliage covering a hillside
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 8d
The new electric motorcycle from Maeving is built for two. But still stylish. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Maeving unveils 2026 RM2 with two-up capability - RevZilla
Maeving reconfigures its stylish electric motorcycle to create a second model to accommodate a passenger. The drivetrain remains the same.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 10d
A little rain added even more colors to an #autumn day in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. Peak #fall colors are here.
rainbow in front of a mountainside covered in trees in orange, yellow, and a little green
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 10d
Ducati lists a "lowered seat" as an accessory option for $250 but I'm not clear on how much lower it is.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 10d
Ducati unveils its newest Monster, with the engine from the V2 Panigale and plenty of modern tech, but with some styling touches that pay homage to earlier generations of Monsters. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2026 Ducati Monster+ first look - RevZilla
The 2026 Ducati Monster+, the latest in the Monster line, combines today's tech with a few styling nods to past generations.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 10d
Dustin has long lusted after the Yamaha XSR900 GP, in the Wayne Rainey livery, but it's never been sold in the U.S. In Japan, he finally got a chance to ride one (but in gray). Did it live up to his anticipation? See his review today at Common Tread. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
2025 Yamaha XSR900 GP first ride review: Riding Rainey's replica in Japan - RevZilla
Dustin test rides the Yamaha XSR900 GP in Japan, a motorcycle not available in the U.S. but one he's lusted for. See if it measures up to its reputation.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 11d
Richard Hammond of Top Gear takes us on a tour of his #motorcycle collection, which has a little something for nearly every taste. See the video today at Common Tread. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
Video: Inside Richard Hammond’s dream motorcycle collection - RevZilla
The Famed Top Gear protagonist is a bike guy, as well as a car guy. In this video, he provides a tour of his collection, which has something for everyone.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 12d
Last ride of the year for the 1997 Triumph Speed Triple, mainly to run some fuel stabilizer through it. Due to seniority (and a dodgy thermostat) it has earned time off during winter, while younger motorcycles get the harsh duty. Off to its nap now.
28-year-old black Triumph Speed Triple parked alongside a mountain curve with fall foliage glowing yellow in the sunlight
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 12d
Yeah, I think you basically have to be a pro-level racer to really take advantage of this. And possibly have a pro-level analyst looking at your data to help you figure it out. But for the Walter Mitty would-be pro-level racers, it could be a selling point, I suppose.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 12d
It's not even functional on the road. Only can be used on tracks mapped by Aprilia. Which you'd know if you read it before commenting on it.
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Lance Oliver @theridesofar.com · 12d
In racing, MotoGP and top-level Superbikes can adjust power delivery, traction control, and other settings from one corner to the next on a race track to cut lap times. Now Aprilia is bringing that feature to the public. #motorcycle news at Common Tread. www.revzilla.com/common-tread...
MotoGP for the masses: Aprilia brings corner-specific rider aids to production superbikes - RevZilla
MotoGP and Superbike machines adjust their electronic settings from one corner to the next. Now that technology is available on a motorcycle you can buy.
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