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Castro Raj

Castro Raj, founder of Street Bikers World, combines 15+ years of motorcycle riding with 7+ years of industry writing expertise. A Quora Top Voice, he merges hands-on experience—rooted in a family legacy of biking passion—with technical knowledge from Maritime Logistics studies. Trusted for actionable gear reviews, maintenance guides, and racing insights, he empowers riders to make informed, confident decisions.

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Motorcycle Campers: Myths vs. Reality Vs. The Hype in 2025

Motorcycle Campers: Myths vs. Reality Vs. The Hype in 2025

Motorcycle campers are real, and they’re revolutionizing how riders like us explore. But let’s cut through the noise. Are these tiny trailers actually practical? Safe? Worth the investment? As someone who’s logged thousands of miles with a camper in tow (and made...

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Why the Honda Navi is the Perfect Beginner Motorcycle

Why the Honda Navi is the Perfect Beginner Motorcycle

Meet the Honda Navi, a pint-sized powerhouse that’s been winning over new riders with its simplicity, affordability, and pure fun factor. As someone who’s test-ridden everything from cafe racers to adventure bikes, I was skeptical about the Navi at first. But after...

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Yamaha Tenere 700 Mods That Beat the 2025 Model

Yamaha Tenere 700 Mods That Beat the 2025 Model

The 2025 Tenere 700 is Here… But Do You Really Need It? Yamaha’s 2025 Tenere 700 looks sweet. Fully adjustable KYB suspension? A TFT display that could double as an iPad Mini? Sign me up. But here’s the kicker: The base model starts at $10,799, and that’s before...

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Bypass the DMV Test: How I Got My Motorcycle License Faster

Bypass the DMV Test: How I Got My Motorcycle License Faster

As a new rider, I remember staring at the DMV handbook, dreading the motorcycle license test. Between the written exam, the skills test, and the endless lines, it felt like a bureaucratic nightmare. Then I discovered a secret: motorcycle rider education courses can...

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The Highest CC for Riding Without a Motorcycle License

The Highest CC for Riding Without a Motorcycle License

The highest cc you can ride without a motorcycle license depends almost entirely on where you live. Having zipped through New York traffic on a 50cc Vespa, tackled Arizona’s desert highways on a 125cc scooter, and navigated California’s strict registration laws, I’ve...

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State by State: The License Guide to Moped Laws in the US

State by State: The License Guide to Moped Laws in the US

Cruising down a coastal highway on a 50cc moped until you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror. Turns out, your “harmless” ride just earned you a ticket because this state considers your moped a motorcycle. I’ve navigated the wild patchwork of U.S. moped laws...

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