This is a series of stories that Norm wrote several years ago. They start with his early history as a young boy in 1958 and run up through his first marriage trips. Along the way he moves from a … [Read more...] about Kickstart Stories…Norm Kern talks about his early years…
2025 MSTA Rallies (June-July)
June 6 – 8 Red River Gorge Rally Comfort Inn 105 Stone Trace Drive Mt Sterling, KY 40353 859-498-4050 Patrick … [Read more...] about 2025 MSTA Rallies (June-July)
Tripping in the USA
I'm betting that right about now you've decided that you've had enough of winter and really want nothing more than to be on your bike headed somewhere...anywhere...that the roads are bare, and the … [Read more...] about Tripping in the USA
January 2025 Email Blast from the Executive Committee
Email blast brought to you by the Executive Committee to keep you in the know! The EC is comprised of the following members: President – Norm Kern (OH) Vice President – Lou Laguna (NC) … [Read more...] about January 2025 Email Blast from the Executive Committee
2025 MSTA Rallies (April-May)
April 17 – 20 North GA Classic Mountain Valley Inn 13 Royalty Ln Dillard, GA 30537 706-746-5373 Chad … [Read more...] about 2025 MSTA Rallies (April-May)
Passing on the love of motorcycling to the next generation
By Lou Laguna MSTA vice-President As far back as I can remember, I’ve always been passionate about motorcycles. Despite having owned quite a few cool bikes over the years, I still get excited and … [Read more...] about Passing on the love of motorcycling to the next generation
Backroads to Gio’s
For the past several riding seasons, I’ve done a ride from my home in South Euclid, Ohio, to Gio’s BBQ in Woodland, Pa., for a cheesesteak lunch. Each year before 2024, I completed the ride to the … [Read more...] about Backroads to Gio’s
Cures for the Wintertime Blues?
It’s officially winter now and for many of us that means that our riding has ended until spring, or at the very least is very much curtailed. So what now? What are the tricks and tips that we can … [Read more...] about Cures for the Wintertime Blues?
MSTA Rallies….What are they like?
Looking at the number of people who visit this page, it reminds me that many of you are not full-fledged "members" of the MSTA. That's OK by me, you don't have to be and I'm still happy to see you … [Read more...] about MSTA Rallies….What are they like?
Setting up YOUR home workshop
In the last article I talked about what were the must have tools and accessories that you needed to get started wrenching on your bike. In this article I will explore ideas on how to set up your home … [Read more...] about Setting up YOUR home workshop