Since their inception in 1963, Alpinestars has been innovating and setting the bar for motorcycle protection. The new completely autonomous Tech-Air 5 street airbag vest with bluetooth connectivity is no different. Alpinestars’ latest addition is a fully self contained airbag vest system that can be worn under any motorcycle jacket with 4cm of space around […]
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Join us in making history and register for the first-ever Virtual Ride for Kids. This virtual ride is an opportunity for anyone anywhere to participate and make an impact. Register or donate today > For nearly two decades, the Virginia Ride for Kids has been there for children and teens with brain tumors, helping them […]
We sell and install motorcycle tires at Richmond Honda House. And we wanted to let you know about the tires our customers favor the most: including sport, cruiser, and touring tires. Cruiser Tires Our most popular cruiser tires are the Dunlop D404 and Dunlop Elite 4. The Dunlop D404 has been around for a very […]
Abus locks don’t mess around I often get asked about ways to secure your motorcycle or scooter from being stolen. Not all lock brands are equal and you don’t want to trust security of your motorcycle to just any brand. Abus is the industry leader when it comes to innovation, design and unsurpassed quality. Abus […]
How to size a helmet A helmet is the most important piece of riding gear you will own. It protects your most valuable asset, your brain. Most people have not been through a proper custom helmet fitting. As a result many are not wearing the right size or shape helmet for their head. Whether you […]
We have many people come into Sprocketz asking this question every week. I feel like motorcycle riding pants are the most overlooked piece of riding gear. When you’re leaning hard into a turn, proper riding pants can mean the difference between a light knee tap and a bad case of road rash. They become even […]
Here are some of the best apps for motorcycle riders that myself and people I ride with use. We all find them to be useful for everyday riding and planning longer trips. Some are also great for finding new routes to ride and for finding great people to ride with. Waze App The top app […]
New riders always welcome Here at Richmond Honda House/Sprocketz we love welcoming new riders to the the wonderful world of powersports. One of the most common questions we get asked is what are some great beginner motorcycles that we have so new riders can build confidence and what styles are available. Most of the models […]
Warmer weather is coming, are you ready to scratch that riding itch you’ve had all winter? Let’s go over some basic spring motorcycle maintenance items before you go on your first ride of the season. Make sure your battery survived the winter storage season. Is it charged up and ready to go? Most riders put […]
New riders are often faced with the dilemma of what motorcycle riding gear they need and how much they should expect to spend on it. I’m here to help you get a better idea of what to expect and where you should put your money when getting your first set of gear. Set a budget […]