Billy Bartels

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Expertise

• Topics of Expertise:  Motorcycles, ATVs, Automobiles, Mopeds, Scooters, UTVs
• Years in Expertise: Amateur 40+ Years, Professional 27+ Years
• Number of Products & Number of Hours Tested: 500+ products, 50,000+ hours

Education & Certifications

• Education: “Some College” Communications, Santa Monica College
• Years of Writing: 25+
• Certifications: Basic Rider Course, ASS (U.S. Special Forces), California Superbike School
• Awards/Recognitions: Launch Editor of ATV Rider, Quad, and Baggers
• Previous Publications: Motorcycle.com, Hot Rod Bikes, ATV Rider, Baggers, Street Chopper, Motorcycle Cruiser, MotorCyclist, Cycle News, Hot Bike, Dealer News, UTV Sports

A Word From Billy Bartels

I grew up around motorcycles. I started riding them off-road at age 4, riding ATVs at 9, and street motorcycles at 22. When I discovered that I could combine my love of motorcycles and motorcycle culture with an actual career, I never looked back.

At 25, I was hired away from my parents’ motorcycle dealer by Motorcycle.com to help with web design. I swiftly transitioned to writing and photography. When my boss threatened to move me back to web production, I left for Hot Rod Bikes and print journalism.

My personal interests include adventure, computers, culture, and community building.