Matt Rivera, Author at NYC Motorcycle Riders

Motorcycle Riding’s Therapeutic Symphony: Embracing Freedom on Two Wheels

By Matt Rivera | August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 by Matt Rivera

Introduction: Imagine a world where the wind becomes a storyteller, engines hum with purpose, and the open road is a canvas for self-discovery. This transcends mere transportation; it’s an odyssey of the soul. In a world drowned in chaos and noise, motorcycle enthusiasts have harnessed a profound therapy that touches beyond the surface. Let’s journey through the captivating world of motorcycle riding, where the symphony of therapeutic wonders unfolds. 1. Riding Mindfully | The Art…

Motorcycle Rides & Tours

Motorcycle Ride – November 6, 2021

By Matt Rivera | November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 by Matt Rivera

Group ride is this Saturday, November 6, 2021. This leisurely ride will take advantage of the changing foliage as we meander through the Hudson Valley. Of course, we will stop for fuel and rest along the way. And since there are still some COVID restrictions, we will include eateries that provide outside dining options. You can plan the full ride, or simply drop off whenever you have to, just let us know, so that we…

Motorcycle Advice

How to Clean a Motorcycle

By Matt Rivera | September 1, 2019September 2, 2019 by Matt Rivera

A simple & quick way to wash your motorcycle. After our three day motorcycle tour in the Adirondack Mountains, my 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 needed to be cleaned. The windshield was covered with dead bugs, and the rims were covered with road grime. In this video, I explain how I typically clean my motorcycle. Supplies You’ll Need to Clean a Motorcycle: Water Hose Bucket Dishwashing Soap Microfiber cloth / Sponge Supplies You’ll Need to Clean…

Motorcycle Rides & Tours

The Adirondack Motorcycle Tour – Itinerary

By Matt Rivera | August 14, 2019August 14, 2019 by Matt Rivera

Scroll down to download the full itinerary Our three-day motorcycle tour through the northeast Adirondack mountains is just days away, from Thursday, August 22, 2019 through Saturday, August 24, 2019. We will leave the New York City area early Thursday morning and make our way upstate to settle in for two nights just west of Lake of George. The plan is to meander through the roads of the Adirondacks, visiting beautiful sites along the way. On…

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Motorcycle Ride to Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, NY

By Matt Rivera | July 8, 2019July 8, 2019 by Matt Rivera

Not too many know about Floyd Bennett Field but this is a great place to visit. Floyd Bennett Field, once an airport and naval air field, is the only National Park located within the five boroughs of New York City. I highly recommend any motorcyclist to visit Floyd Bennett Field and enjoy the large runways. Why visit Floyd Bennett Field? Open roads! Airport runways! Waterfront views! And conveniently located in Brooklyn! Need I say more? Floyd…

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Join Our Memorial Day Motorcycle Ride – 2019

By Matt Rivera | May 25, 2019May 25, 2019 by Matt Rivera

Delaware Water Gap, Buttermilk Falls, Poconos, PA All riders are invited to our Memorial Day Motorcycle Ride on May 27, 2019 Two Gathering/Departure Locations: 9:00 AM: Meet at 207-209 East Broadway, Lower Manhattan 9:30 AM: Kickstands up 10:00 AM: Gas Station on the Palisades Parkway (Northbound), just after the George Washington Bridge (upper level). 10:30 AM: Kickstands up Ride all day or drop off whenever you have to. Bring your EZPASS and GoPro camera.

Motorcycle Life

Taking My Motorcycle Out of Winter Storage!

By Matt Rivera | March 20, 2019March 20, 2019 by Matt Rivera

Finally! I have my motorcycle back! I’m so excited to be riding again! I wanted to share a short video that briefly shows how I got my bike out of winter storage. I plan to put together a follow up video where I will explain some of the issues I ran into. For example, I had to throw out my motorcycle cover… my next video will explain why. Ride safe!

Motorcycle Advice

When should you take your motorcycle out of winter storage?

By Matt Rivera | March 10, 2019March 10, 2019 by Matt Rivera

All motorcycle riders are different. There are motorcyclists who ride year round, whether it rains or snows. There are motorcycle riders who will buy a used bike every spring to then sell it at the end of autumn. And some riders, like myself, let their motorcycles hibernate for the winter. If you’ve had your motorcycle safely stored away for the winter then you must be excited, perhaps even anxious, to start the new riding season.…

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Winterize Your Motorcycle

By Matt Rivera | December 21, 2018December 22, 2018 by Matt Rivera

At this point it’s pretty clear that I own & operate my motorcycle on the streets of New York City. I do not have a parking garage for my Triumph Tiger 1050 so I keep my motorcycle parked outside… even in the winter! This blog is going to walk you through the steps I take to winterize my motorcycle. Let’s begin! Typically, I try my best to use my motorcycle all year round, but it…

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3 Motorcycle Parking Hacks for NYC

By Matt Rivera | December 7, 2018December 21, 2018 by Matt Rivera

*Disclaimer: Follow these parking hacks at your own risk* Parking a motorcycle in New York City is a lot easier to figure out than parking a car. However, I have 3 Motorcycle parking hacks that every New York City motorcyclist should know. Motorcycle Parking Hack #1:Every motorcyclist in New York City needs to get the “SmoothParking” app. Just search your current location or enter the location of where you want to go and SmoothParking will show you…