Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using KickTheStand (the "Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Site.

2. About KickTheStand

KickTheStand is an independent motorcycling publication. We provide motorcycle reviews, buying guides, best-of lists, and news for informational and entertainment purposes only. Our content is editorial opinion and general information; it is not professional, mechanical, safety, financial, or legal advice.

3. Use of the Site

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these Terms;
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, its servers, or related systems;
• Scrape, copy, or republish our content at scale without written permission;
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site or its security features.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including articles, reviews, images, logos, and design, is owned by KickTheStand or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual-property laws. You may share links to our content and quote short excerpts with attribution, but you may not reproduce substantial portions without permission.

5. Accounts & Newsletter

If you create an account or subscribe to our newsletter, you are responsible for the information you provide and for any activity under your account. You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the link in any email. See our Privacy Policy for how we handle your data.

6. Affiliate Disclosure

Some links on the Site are affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This never influences our editorial opinions, scores, or recommendations; we recommend products on merit alone.

7. External Links

The Site contains links to third-party websites (manufacturers, retailers, and others). We are not responsible for the content, products, or practices of any third-party site, and a link does not imply endorsement.

8. Disclaimers

The Site and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. Motorcycling is inherently dangerous. Specifications, prices, and availability change frequently and may contain errors. Always verify details with the manufacturer or dealer, and follow professional guidance and your owner's manual before performing maintenance or making a purchase. You ride and make decisions at your own risk.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, KickTheStand and its team will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or reliance on its content.

10. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes take effect when posted on this page, and the "Last updated" date will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site means you accept the updated Terms.

11. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Reach us via our contact page.