Lance Oliver
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Lance Oliver
@theridesofar.com
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.
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Still a lot of pieces to fall into place for the 2026 MotoAmerica season. I'm not sure where O'Hara is going to land.
November 25, 2025 at 11:36 PM
I've found a couple of used Zero FXs for sale that I would absolutely buy if they weren't a few states away from me. I could easily and happily use one for all my local transportation.
November 22, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Nothing I write should be construed as financial advice, nor am I a qualified therapist who can assess the emotional status that led to the current (unknown to me) number of motorcycles you possess. But, to answer your question, well, maybe.
November 22, 2025 at 4:20 PM
I rarely ride for fun in the winter (winters are harsh where I live) but I still ride any time I need to go somewhere and there's no ice or snow. As for salt, my argument is that whenever possible every rider should have a cheap rat bike. Ride more, worry less. theridesofar.com/2022/10/why-...
Why every motorcyclist should have a rat bike – The Ride So Far
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November 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
You'll get no sympathy from this guy in the mountains of Massachusetts. I have a few errands to run and a meetup for coffee planned for tomorrow and I'd be giddy if I thought I'd see 59 degrees at any point. I probably won't be lucky enough to see 49. Go KLR!
November 22, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Thanks! I was struggling so much with a head cold when we recorded that EICMA episode that I was just hoping I wouldn't look so bad that someone would call in a wellness check on me. 😀 I'll be on another episode coming out in December.
November 19, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Good work, Jerry.
November 11, 2025 at 1:47 AM