Houston Harley Talk

When most people think of Harley-Davidsons, they picture a low and slow machine built for cruising—not a racing bike built to take tight turns at higher speeds. But even among the roster of already-slow Harleys, there’s one bike that displays little interest in speed, relying instead on its sheer presence and brand power, both of […]

If you ask a Harley owner about the best time of year to buy a new motorcycle, you’ll get a host of different answers—some serious, others not so much. These can vary from detailed day-by-day analyses of dealership websites to “whenever my wife says it’s okay.” But in all seriousness, when is the best time […]

When was the last time you checked the condition of your motorcycle tires? Your bike’s tires are crucial for smooth riding, so they must not fail. Worn tires are among the major causes of motorcycle accidents globally. Good motorcycle tires have several benefits, so it’s good to know the available options before buying new motorcycle […]

For most motorcyclists, warm weather is part of the package for the ultimate ride, which is too bad because cold-weather riding can be a special thrill in its own right. As long as your bike can handle the cold and you know what to wear when riding a motorcycle in cold weather, there are virtually […]

For most Harley-Davidson aficionados, the bikes on display in a dealership represent different aspects of motorcycle design. They all reflect the company’s commitment to excellence, style, and uniqueness, but if you want the ultimate ride, you need to check out the CVO line of limited-edition Harleys. Which automatically leads to the first question: what does […]

The motorcycle is a versatile, cost-effective way to get from point A to point B. But what happens when it’s winter? Can you ride a motorcycle in the winter? The answer to that is both yes and no. Winter motorcycle riding can be difficult and dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. You need […]

Few things are changing faster than the old stereotypes associated with women and motorcycles. The old-school image of a so-called “motorcycle mama” may still exist, but that woman who wraps her arms around her man has been replaced by a new generation of strong, independent women who only want the answer to one crucial question: […]

Few experiences are more exciting than buying a new motorcycle. When you make the purchase, you know you’re getting a great bike from an ideal source, so the main question that remains is how to bring a new motorcycle home. The temptation, of course, is to just hop on and ride, but there’s a big […]

For some riders, buying a used Harley—or any other quality motorcycle, for that matter—is a great option. Sometimes the reasons are financial, and sometimes they’re personal. Other times you find a bargain that’s too good to pass up. Motivations aside, you need to know as much as you can about buying your first motorcycle so […]

The Harley-Davidson 2021 Sportster S21 represents a serious update and a hot extension of Harley’s classic Sportster series. And its modern reflection of the brand’s history is easy—as in easy to love. And that’s the S21 in spades.  It’s got many features that hardcore Sportster fans can hang their hats on, as well as some […]