Articles by Eric Leaverton

About Eric Leaverton

Eric Leaverton is a management and labor relations specialist from the city of Harrisville, Utah, United States. He is an avid reader of fiction and non-fiction, and in his spare time enjoys riding motorcycles with his wife and raising their three children. Eric is also a product reviewer and field correspondent for Total Motorcycle Web. For more pictures, stories, and background, you can read his blog in the Total Motorcycle forums here: To Ride An Iron Horse (link opens in new tab)

An Indian Summer Ep4: Scout Fit, Feel, and Finish

Jun 1, 2020 Eric Leaverton

We’re racking up the miles on our new long term Indian Scout cruiser! We’ve been up and down a dozen canyons, spent some time on the interstate slab, and driven in heavy city traffic. After […]

An Indian Summer Ep2: Scouting an American Idol

May 18, 2020 Eric Leaverton

In this article we’ll answer some upfront questions about the new Indian Scout. After one week and about 300 miles, we have some first impressions to share. Some interstate superslab, some mountain twisties, some city […]

TMW Long Term Reviews An Indian Summer Ep1

An Indian Summer Ep1: Scouting for Good Times – Indian Motorcycle Reviews

May 9, 2020 Eric Leaverton

Indian Motorcycles opened up their garage to TMW, and we couldn’t be more excited! We selected a Scout and a Springfield to review, and we’ve got them for a whole month! We’ll be writing articles […]

Tail Bag Test – Pack Some Junk In Your Trunk!

Viking Sport Tail Bag: Pack Some Junk In Your Trunk!

Apr 27, 2020 Eric Leaverton

We all know space is at a premium in the motorcycle universe. Having somewhere to put stuff can give us more opportunities to ride, and more ways to ride too. Viking Bags sent us one […]

IMS 2020 in Dallas – TMW On Location

Jan 13, 2020 Eric Leaverton

TMW staff writers Eric and Carrie Leaverton hopped a flight to Dallas recently to cover the Progressive International Motorcycle Show! Despite every storefront in Dallas offering an $11 margarita, they managed to keep their wits […]

XSound 3 Helmet Speakers by iASUS – Review

Nov 26, 2019 Eric Leaverton

One of the latest offerings in the helmet audio space is the XSound 3 helmet speaker set by iASUS. With 45mm drivers, lightweight aluminum construction, and an ubiquitous 3.5mm pin, the kit ticks all the […]

Counterweighting - Tight Turns, Tight Skills

Beginner’s Guide to Motorcycling: Section 5.75

Sep 20, 2019 Eric Leaverton

Counterweighting: Tight Turns, Tight Skills One of the best tools in a motorcyclist’s arsenal is the low-speed maneuver known as counterweighting. This technique helps you manage your bike in small spaces like parking lots or […]

Scorpion RedPower Exhaust – TMW Reviews!

Sep 2, 2019 Eric Leaverton

When it comes to upgrading motorcycle performance, one popular option is exhausts. It’s one of the first customizations owners make, and it’s easy to understand why. In terms of complexity, cost, and potential gains, you […]

Cardo 4+ Bluetooth Helmet Communicator – TMW Reviews!

Jun 3, 2019 Eric Leaverton

Rider-to-Rider communication is becoming a very competitive market. With dozens of options and a growing list of features, it can be hard to separate the gold from the gimmicks. Voice control, cross-brand integration, POV cameras, […]

2019-Kawasaki-VulcanS-Total Motorcycle Ride & In-Depth Review

Kawasaki Vulcan S 2019 In-Depth Review

Feb 13, 2019 Eric Leaverton

The 2019 Vulcan S offers cruiser style blended with sport bike handling and technology. The low-slung seat and long trail provide cruiser attitude, while the parallel twin motor, digital fuel injection, and offset rear shock inject the […]

Gear Talk 3 – Long Distance Riding 10 Tips for Success

Jan 22, 2019 Eric Leaverton

If you’re reading this, you’re most likely in the beginning stages of planning a long-distance ride. Congratulations! Long distance riding is one of the most rewarding things you can do with your bike. It’s surreal […]

EXO-GT920 Helmet by Scorpion – TMW Reviews!

Nov 26, 2018 Eric Leaverton

Hands down, no article of motorcycling gear is as controversial as the helmet. Whether it’s your local government mandating their use or your track coach insisting no helmet under $500 is good enough, everyone has […]

Optima Jacket by Scorpion – TMW Reviews!

Nov 19, 2018 Eric Leaverton

No component of your riding gear has to be as versatile as your jacket. They keep us warm in the cold, and cool in the heat. Jackets protect us from airborne debris when we ride, […]

AIMExpo 2018 with Total Motorcycle

Oct 27, 2018 Eric Leaverton

Las Vegas, AIMExpo 2018 is the largest motorcycle industry event in North America. Total Motorcycle staff writers Eric and Carrie Leaverton travel to Las Vegas to cover the show, see and test ride the latest […]

Passage Gloves by Indian Motorcycle – A Review

Oct 4, 2018 Eric Leaverton

Your gloves can make or break a day of riding. They have to be comfortable and reliable, without sacrificing too much dexterity. After all, they’re your first point of contact with the machine. We put […]