

Evan Rally
The man in command.
Raised on the plains of the American Midwest, Evan always dreamed of mountains and greener pastures. After nearly a decade in Philadelphia and New York City, he fulfilled that dream with a plane ticket to Thailand.
For reasons he still can’t fully explain, Evan immediately felt at home in Chiang Mai, Thailand, surrounded by the serene calls of exotic birds and the decidedly less serene screech of straight-piped Honda Waves.
Thailand became Evan’s crash course in motorcycling—a thrilling trial-by-fire that started with navigating chaotic city traffic and graduated to narrow, winding mountain roads. His first ride on a proper manual motorcycle was an unforgettable trip to Pai, a nearly three-hour journey of continuous curves on a sportbike. From that moment, he was hooked.
Since that ride, Evan has logged tens of thousands of miles across Thailand, including a north-to-south adventure on his CRF250, and a three-month solo trip across America on a Harley Davidson Ultra Limited. During that U.S. journey, Evan earned the nickname “Sidd,” derived from his Twitter handle, a name that still follows him online.

Evan believes life is better on the road, and that two wheels are the best way to move both the body and the soul. If you’re here, you probably agree.
Through his work on It’s Better On The Road, Evan shares his passion for motorcycling and the adventures it brings. He can be reached at [email protected].
Posts

Best Motorcycle Tours and Routes in Alaska
Alaska is known as the "Last Frontier" - here's how you can explore it, whether guided or on your own.

Best Motorcycle Tours and Routes in Wisconsin
Wisconsin’s winding roads (rare for the Midwest), stunning river valleys, and legendary motorcycle heritage make it one of the best riding destinations in the Midwest.

Bowtex Elite Protective Underlayer: The One Layer to Rule Them All
The Bowtex Elite ends the debate between style, comfort and safety once and for all for touring and street riding.

Shoei RF-SR: The “Entry Level” Juggernaut [20k Miles Review]
Shoei’s simple helmet is a solid piece of craftsmanship that sacrifices less than its budget price would suggest.

Alpinestars SMX-1 Air v2 Gloves: What Not to Buy
What should be a great pair of summer gloves has a fatal flaw – and it takes a while to scrub out.

The Cardo Packtalk Edge: The Most Boring (and Best) Motorcycle Gadget I Own
What’s the best gadget? The one you never have to fiddle with: that is the Cardo Packtalk Edge. Reliable comms, clear audio, seamless voice commands, and much more. Here’s why I use these for my tour company.

The HJC i91 Modular Helmet Review: Affordable, But Not Right For Me
The HJC i91 might be one of the most comfortable helmets I’ve ever worn, with an incredible price to boot; but it won’t be my daily driver. Here’s why, and what to get instead.

Cardo PackTalk Custom Review: Premium Flexibility without the Price Tag
The often-misunderstood Cardo Packtalk Custom is the perfect communicator for many riders – let’s see if you are one of them.

The Pilot’s Favored Bag: Sterling Pacific 80L Check-in Travel Case Review
Ultra-durable, classic styling, and… a brand nobody recognizes? See how handles, rivets and thick aluminum put this luggage in a league of its own.

Best Motorcycle Tours and Routes in Florida
Whether you're cruising down Miami beach or crossing the alligator-filled Everglades, Florida is a biker's paradise.

Best Motorcycle Tours and Routes in West Virginia
West Virginia has more than meets the eye when it comes to riding; with endless curves and scenic mountain passes and coal country heritage, there is no shortage of exceptional tours here - on and off road.

Top 10 Unique and Practical Gifts for Motorcycle Riders for 2025
Let us deliver you the best gear for motorcycle riders - without any generic junk!

Pando Moto Skin UH AAA Leggings Review: The Only Moto Pants You Need
Turn any pants into high-protection motorcycle gear—Pando Moto has the secret.

Lusso Leather Review: Is this THE Perfect Fitting Motorcycle Jacket?
Can a motorcycle jacket really deliver perfect fit and style with serious protection? This jacket company does—find out how they can do it for you.

Renting a Motorcycle in Japan: Complete Guide [+ Best Shop]
A complete guide to renting a motorcycle in Japan: where to rent, how to prepare, road etiquette, and pitfalls to avoid.

The Best Motorcycle Helmets, Boots, Jackets and Gear [In My Opinion]
The gear I use personally, day in and day out. From my favorite headsets, to phone mount and even an outer layer jacket I can't live without.

Japan 2024 Ride Report : What’s Good On Paper…
A report of my five day adventure around Kyoto in the spring of 2024.