Powersports Articles from Crossroad Powersports
Crossroad Powersports is an authorized Honda, Can-Am, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Zero and Star Motorcycles powersport dealership in Upper Darby, PA. Along with a large selection of new models of motorcycle/scooter, ATV, UTV, and PWC, Crossroad Powersports carries a wide variety of pre-owned models.
Top ATV Hunting Accessories
An ATV elevates your hunting game. Cover an impressive amount of land without taking a step. Tackle difficult terrain with ease. Carry all your gear and supplies to your site in one trip. It's no wonder hunters use side by side vehicles to improve their hunting trips!
Motorcycle Touring Tips
Ready to embark on an adventure? Take your touring motorcycle out on a trip to a new city (or even new state!). Long-distance riding allows you to enjoy a leisurely extended ride while soaking up new sights. With a little planning, you can maximize your time on the road. We rounded up the top tips for motorcycle touring below. If your touring motorcycle needs any maintenance before your trip, visit Crossroad Powersports. We are located in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania near Philadelphia.
Choosing the Right Type of Motorcycle
There are a lot of different types of motorcycles, and the availability of such extensive choices might make prospective buyers wonder what the differences are. Picking out a new motorcycle is one of the most enjoyable parts of any rider’s experience, let alone newcomers. Delving into the classifications of motorcycles will help you make a good choice for your first bike and acquaint yourself with an important part of the overall motorcycle culture. That’s why we here at Crossroad Powersports have put together this short guide to the most common classifications for motorcycles. Read on for more information, or if you’re ready to take a look at a great new or used motorcycle, head into our showroom in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania.
Motorcycle Riding With Your Dog
Man’s best friend should never be left out of adventures and with the proper gear and safety precautions, you’ll never have to choose between your motorcycle and your pup again. It may not be an everyday sighting, but there is definitely a fair amount of bikers who have successfully turned their pooch into the perfect riding companion. For many, though, this is uncharted territory and it might be mind-boggling trying to figure out where to begin.
Sidecar Riding Tips
A motorcycle sidecar is an appealing addition to an already fun vehicle. They have classic appeal and are perfect for hauling a friend or extra cargo for your next trip. They’re more stable than riding two-up, and the storage is easier and more secure than saddlebags. But riding with a sidecar takes a bit of extra knowledge to keep safe. Beyond getting used to the feel of a different-sized vehicle, there are a few other situations unique to sidecars.
PWC Safety
Imagine yourself coasting across the surface of sun-dappled waters on your WaveRunner. Now imagine yourself falling off it and watching helplessly as it zooms past you because you forgot to attach the kill-switch to your lifejacket, so now you’re floundering in the middle of the lake and forced to swim to shore. This is the kind of mishap we aim to prevent when we talk about personal watercraft safety. As much fun as personal watercraft, or PWC, can be, they do require that you take some safety precautions before you sit astride them and twist the throttle. That’s why the fine folks of Crossroad Powersports, located in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, have prepared this brief checklist of PWC safety tips to help you have the most pleasant aquatic adventure you can.
The Top 9 Accessories for Motorcycle Commuters
Many people ride motorcycles to work. For some, it’s a way to save on gas. For others, it’s a way to make the commute more enjoyable. Whatever your reason for commuting, you will need some essential pieces of gear. We’ve rounded up our top recommended accessories below. If you need any parts or service before your next ride, bring your bike to Crossroad Powersports near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
History of Honda Motorcycles
The most popular motorcycle in the United States has a storied history, originally hailing from a small village on the southern coast of Japan. Honda has been innovating and excelling in the motorcycle realm for over half a century, producing high volumes of quality bikes built for a variety of riders. If you want to hop on a Honda of your own, Crossroad Powersports in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, is here to help you find the bike of your dreams. Curious about the history of this powerhouse of a company? We’ve got the lowdown on why Honda has been an industry leader in motorcycles for decades.
Safely Towing Your ATV
Some ATV trips begin by cruising out of your driveway. Other times, you’ll need to tow your rig to your destination before you can start driving. Towing is a multi-step process, but it’s not a difficult one if you know what to do. Here at Crossroad Powersports, we want to make things as simple as possible for you. We put together this easy guide for safely towing ATVs so you can feel confident getting out there. If you are looking to buy, check out our selection of ATVs for sale. We are located near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and offer a large selection of ATVs for sale.
Safe Motorcycle Riding in Bad Weather
Riding in poor weather is bad enough, but not being able to know how to maneuver through it can make the situation much worse. While there are certain conditions you should avoid when you’re riding your motorcycle--torrential downpours, ice--, there are times in which you may get caught off guard by bad weather and need a way to get home quickly. In these cases, it’s best to have some safe riding practices ready to use for when it’s slick out. Crossroad Powersports has provided some of our tips and tricks for riding in bad weather, specifically rain, but make sure your bike is always ready for any weather condition with regular maintenance and repairs.
Motorcycle Hearing Protection: Is it Really Necessary?
One complaint about motorcycles from killjoys is “they’re so loud!” While they’re right that motorcycles are loud, that’s part of the fun! Pulling back on the throttle and letting the engine roar is one of the great joys of riding.
Dirt Bike and Motorcycle Tires
When it comes to dirt bike riding, few parts are as important as the tires. Just try riding a dirt bike without them! Motorcycle tires are a testament to modern engineering. So how do they work? Read on to find out! We’ll cover how off-road riding tires are designed and maintained, and we’ll also cover the basics of knowing when to replace them. If you’re a dirt bike owner, make sure to read on to learn for yourself everything you need to know about dirt bike tires.
9 Tools for Maintaining your ATV or UTV
Whether you use your ATV or UTV for an occasional afternoon of fun or if you use it for hard labor and work, you should make sure you’re taking good care of it. Regular maintenance and checks are a must, even outside a professional repair shop. Here at Crossroad Powersports, we’ve listed out 9 essential tools every powersports vehicle owner should have in order to properly maintain their ride. These will help you with your pre-ride checks and some of them will be small enough that you’ll want to take them with you when you go out.
Safety Tips for a New Motorcycle Rider
If you’ve purchased your first bike or are thinking about getting one, you’re probably most excited for the freedom you’re going to have: just you, your bike, and the open road. But riding a motorcycle is very different from driving a car or even riding a bike. There are a number of best practices you’ll need to be following in order to be safe and confident when you ride. Crossroad Powersports has listed the basics, and we highly encourage you to do your own research to be ready for your first ride. And for service or advice from experienced riders, stop by our location in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia.
Motorcycle Riding Boots
Motorcycles are not kind to unprotected feet. Rocks and debris can get kicked up and hit you straight in the toes. The engine gets hot enough to fry bacon, but it’s your feet that feel it. Plus, when you go to stop at a stop light, you have to keep hundreds of pounds of steel upright, a task that definitely benefits from a little ankle support. With the pavement usually only about a foot away from your foot, your feet need some serious protection.
ATV Safety
If you’ve ever ridden an ATV, you know how much fun they can be. No terrain is too rough for an ATV, and with a few modifications they can handle sand, snow, and other conditions. But those rough conditions can also be hazardous if you aren’t prepared to ride them. And even under the best of conditions, rider error is the number one cause in motorsport accidents. If you know a few riding basics, however, you can make riding a safe and fun activity. We’ve gathered some basic tips and tricks in the short guide below. If you need riding equipment or parts and services to keep your ATV in good shape, stop by Crossroad Powersports.
Keeping Your Motorcycle Road-Ready
Everyone loves the performance they get from their bike. With loads of torque and great control on the road, a motorcycle delivers everything you need for a rush and a smooth ride. But it won’t be performing so well if you don’t keep on top of maintenance. In fact, without regular inspections and service, that high-powered machine could quickly be reduced to nothing more than a few hundred pounds of dead weight in your garage. Or even worse, if you try operating a bike with faulty components, you’re putting yourself at risk for a serious accident, which would harm both your motorcycle and yourself. You don’t want either of these things to happen, so you can avoid them with some simple DIY repairs and services. A regular maintenance routine will go a long way in preserving your bike’s quality, so we put together this brief guide for you to follow.
How to Pick a Motorcycle Helmet
With no seatbelts, airbags, or crumple zones, a motorcycle lacks the basic safety features you’d find in a car. So when you consider that the only thing standing between your head and the road or other hard objects is your helmet, it’s easy to see why it’s important to put some thought into what helmet you buy. Helmets come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, and they’re made of a multitude of different materials. We here at Crossroad Powersports designed this brief guide to help our customers figure out what type of helmet is best suited for their needs. If you’re new to motorcycle riding and are looking for your first bike, stop by our dealership and showroom in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, near Philadelphia.
ATVs Accessories
Crossroad Powersports Parts department is stocked full of genuine BRP, Honda, Can-Am, Suzuki, Kawasaki, and Yamaha ATVs parts and accessories, as well as a wide selection of affordable and high end products too. You can't go wrong with our combination of experience and commitment to customer satisfaction. Let our trained staff help you. Crossroad Powersports has a large inventory of factory parts in stock to accommodate you and your ATV. We take pride in the fact that we're always able to offer our customers the exact part they need to keep their vehicle running smoothly. Using original factory parts is the best way to ensure your vehicle is getting what it needs.
Can Am Maverick X3
The Maverick X3 is loaded with all the power that a pure sport side by side needs. The turbocharged Rotax engine churns out a stomach dropping 154 horsepower, allowing this awesome UTV to accelerate from zero to sixty miles per hour in under five seconds flat.
Cruiser Motorcycles
The Suzuki Boulevard combines slick style with Big V-Twin power to deliver a sweet cruiser package. These bikes feature a flowing, smooth style, incorporating a raked out front end, shining polished aluminum and chrome, a sweeping full front fender, and wide set handlebars with full forward mounted floorboards for a laid back riding feel.
Can-Am® Spyder
[The Can-Am Spyder combines the freedom of a motorcycle with the comfort for a car, delivering a smooth, stable ride every time you hop on. Whether you’re interested in sport performance, cruising the highway, or touring the country, you shouldn’t miss the chance to check out these exciting roadsters from Can-Am!