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Polaris Slingshot R Review & Rating Finale

December 7, 2020 Eric Leaverton

This is TMW’s Polaris Slingshot R Review & Rating Finale! We rate vehicles in eight categories; Comfort, Power, Handling, Range, Versatility, Style, Sound, and Fun! Notice that Oxford comma, we are professional grade here at […]

Exciting & Unique: Slingshot Speaks to You

November 23, 2020 Eric Leaverton

After three weeks and more than 1,000 miles with our 2020 Slingshot R, we got pretty familiar with it. We’d like to share a few impressions about how exciting & unique it is and how […]

Could You Live Day to Day with a Slingshot?

November 16, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

Commuting, traffic, groceries, drive-thru’s even weather sound mundane until you do it in a super car! We’ve taken our Slingshot on long weekend trips and through twisty canyon roads. Until now we haven’t had occasion […]

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Compilation of 13 Slingshot Passenger Reactions

November 9, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

‘When Polaris offered Total Motorcycle the opportunity to review the 2020 Polaris Slingshot R, we couldn’t help but invite some friends to ride along with us! With our Compilation of 13 Slingshot Passenger Reactions see […]

Touring in the Batmobile: The Slingshot Effect

November 2, 2020 Eric Leaverton

Our very first weekend with the 2020 Polaris Slingshot R, we went touring in the Batmobile! It was starting to get cold up north, so we headed into southern Utah for a trip along picturesque […]

Stop Thief! Location Tracking App

October 5, 2020 Eric Leaverton

We all hate a thief, right? Having your bike stolen is always a traumatic event, but having safeguards can make it less so. The Monimoto Smart Tracker location tracking app is one such safeguard. This […]

An Indian Summer Ep14: Indian Riding Gear Review

August 31, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

‘Proper riding gear is a necessity for all motorcycle riders. It doesn’t just protect you in the event of a fall but protects riders from the elements on the open road. Thanks to Indian riding […]

An Indian Summer Ep13: Springfield Passenger Paradise or?

August 24, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

‘Sharing our Passion for motorcycles is what we at Total Motorcycle are all about. We took a couple friends out on the open road to experience the thrill of the 2020 Indian Springfield Dark Horse. […]

An Indian Summer Ep12 – Springfield Dark Horse Fit, Feel and Finish

August 17, 2020 Eric Leaverton

In this article, we’ll take you through the fit, feel, and finish on our 2020 Indian Springfield Dark Horse. It just takes a glance to know this bike is big, with a big motor in […]

An Indian Summer Ep11: Springfield Dark Horse Commute

August 9, 2020 Eric Leaverton

We’ve taken our Springfield Dark Horse on long weekend trips and through canyons, but until now we haven’t had occasion to commute with it. I commuted on the Dark Horse all last week to see […]

Indian Summer Ep10: Indian Springfield Dark Horse Touring

August 3, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

It’s still Indian Summer here at Total Motorcycle and we’re loving it! What you really wanna do on a big touring bike like the Indian Springfield Dark Horse is of course, tour. We wasted no […]

An Indian Summer Ep9 – Indian Springfield Dark Horse First Ride

July 20, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

Indian Summer at Total Motorcycle just keeps getting better and better! Indian promised and delivered us a gorgeous behemoth of a motorcycle for our review. It’s big, it’s beautiful, it’s fast, it’s nimble and it’s […]

An Indian Summer Ep7 – Luxurious Leather

June 22, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

A good quality pair of luxurious leather riding gloves is a must have on the open road. No rider should ever have to sacrifice their style for safety too much. Stylish classic black leather riding […]

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 […]

Tobacco Riveter Riding Shirt: TMW Reviews!

April 13, 2020 Carrie Leaverton

We estimate that women make up about 33% of motorcycle riders on the road today. 100% of us women are looking for the perfect riding attire. Tobacco’s products are made by riders for riders with […]

IMS 2020 in Dallas – TMW On Location

January 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 […]

Soft Seat by Amphibious – TMW Reviews!

September 9, 2019 Carrie Leaverton

Total Motorcycle reviews the Amphibious Soft Seat. For added comfort on those long road trips or to make your daily commute just a little more enjoyable. Easy to install, self-inflating, universal adjustable fit and has […]

The Meaning of Life According to Bikers

May 10, 2019 Carrie Leaverton

We can’t ride all the time! But if you’re not riding, and you’re not talking about riding, why not read about riding? The Meaning of Life According to Bikers is a heart-warming collection of short […]

Gear Talk 4 – Low Budget Plans for a Weekend Road Trip on 2 wheels

February 20, 2019 Carrie Leaverton

Gear Talk Episode 4 is focused on how to plan rides that anybody could fit into their busy schedule on a budget. Having the budget and freedom to reach a destination away from home on […]

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Kawasaki Vulcan S 2019 In-Depth Review

February 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 – Holiday Episode 2018

December 23, 2018 Carrie Leaverton

December 2018 Close your eyes, picture a token motorcycle dude. He has a beard doesn’t he? Keep them closed. Now picture Santa. He has a beard too right? Coincidence? I think not. During the holidays […]

Scorpion EXO-T510 Azalea Sport Touring Helmet Review

November 14, 2018 Carrie Leaverton

Your helmet is your trademark. It reflects your unique style. A helmet’s shape, color and design is the first thing others see. It’s how your friends and family pick you out from a group. It […]

Scorpion Maia Ladies Jacket and Pants Total Motorcycle Review

Scorpion Maia Ladies Jacket and Pants Review

November 2, 2018 Carrie Leaverton

‘Get Stung!’ Total Motorcycle received the opportunity to test a set of Scorpion ladies riding gear designed for spring and fall riding temperatures. Scorpion EXO calls it Maia, as tribute to the Roman Goddess of […]

Unique. Cutting Edge. VOZZ RS 1.0 Helmet Review

October 8, 2018 Carrie Leaverton

Get Unhinged. We’re all familiar with the many different street helmets available. Bucket styles include Full face, Half face, Modular, Moto-X, Half, and the ones that were popular in the 70’s that resemble a disco […]

Review: Mo-Door Motorcycle Garage Door Opener

September 10, 2018 Eric Leaverton

Keeping track of your remote garage door openers can be a real headache, especially for motorcyclists. They’re the perfect size for loosing in a door pocket, console cubby or saddlebag. The clips never stay put, […]

Review: Rowdy Women’s Vest by Viking Cycle

September 5, 2018 Carrie Leaverton

When Viking Cycle gave TMW the opportunity to review the new Rowdy Women’s Vest, I just couldn’t wait for it to arrive. I love a good leather vest and they’re a necessity in every biker […]

TMW Product Review: Ear Peace “M” High Fidelity Hearing Protection

April 23, 2018 Eric Leaverton

Total Motorcycle Product Review: You think you don’t need it. You certainly don’t want it. And honestly, you think it’s a little silly. You snicker about people who believe in it. I’m here to tell […]

TMW Product Review: Cameleon Plus Electronic Chain Oiler Review

March 30, 2018 Eric Leaverton

When Total Motorcycle was given the opportunity to review two Camelon Plus automatic chain oilers, the first question was that of relevance. Do owners need the product? Do they already use the product? And would […]