When I first fired up this blog back in January of 2016, I had a simple goal: create a digital “one-stop shop” for the average American V-Twin rider. At the time, social media was already becoming cluttered and noisy. I wanted a dedicated place where we could focus on what actually matters—the news, the gear, the events, and that unmistakable rumble of an American engine.
Fast forward a decade, and I am absolutely floored by what this community has become. Today, I am humbled to share that an estimated 1.3 million visitors have rolled through this independently run site.
Over the last ten years, we have been incredibly busy. We have published nearly 1,000 blog posts and shared over 7,300 media assets. We’ve hit the road for 14 major motorcycle rallies, including legendary runs to Sturgis and Daytona. That adds up to more than four months of being right in the heart of the action, bringing the industry directly to your screen.
One thing that makes this blog unique is its perspective. While many sites rely on guest contributors or community-written articles, The V-Twin Blog remains a personal mission. Even though our readers don’t typically write the posts here, your feedback and presence are what shape the content. Whether I’m digging into the rich heritage of American builders or testing the latest long-distance planning tools, I do it to ensure you have the best information before you kick up the kickstand.
Because of this, the most rewarding part of this journey has been meeting you in person. I’ve had the distinct honor of shaking hands with many of you at gas stations and vendor rows. To be honest, I still get a little dumbfounded when someone walks up and mentions they saw a video or read a recent post. However, those conversations are the true “fuel” for this site. Talking bikes with you is the highlight of every trip we take.
Finally, I have to acknowledge the “we” behind the scenes. This site wouldn’t exist without my wife. She has been the backbone of this operation since day one—acting as the primary eye behind the camera and test-riding motorcycles side-by-side with me. She is the ultimate co-pilot.
In conclusion, we aren’t planning on hitting the brakes anytime soon. We’re going to keep these engines running for as long as we can and have a blast doing it. Thank you for being part of the ride.
Ride or Die,
