Do you get a sore left foot when changing gears? It’s not uncommon among riders, according to my physiotherapist. He...
Motorcycle companies don’t care how much it costs for repairs to a simple scratch or minor dent in a fender or...
What are the five most desirable new motorcycles available in Australia in 2016? While the answer to that question is undoubtedly subjective, let’s take an objective, matter-of-fact look at what are the most desirable bikes. We’re not necessarily talking about popular. The Honda “postie bike” is the biggest-selling bike in...
Motorcycling hacks are those inventive things you do to avoid or remedy problems and make your riding life a little...
Over the past few months we have been running competitions to win motorcycle gear through our weekly trivia quiz, but this...
You could win a Bico Bikeklipz motorcycle keyring for your motorcycle in our weekly trivia quiz, but you better be quick. Since we’ve been offering prizes in our weekly quiz, the pundits have got in early and scored perfect 10/10 results. Go to the motorbike trivia quiz at the end of this article...
You could win a set of all-seasons Oxford neck socks in our weekly motorcycle trivia quiz, but you better be quick....
While many of us are lucky – or brave enough – to ride all winter long, some have had to...
One of the most commonly asked rider questions is “what tyre pressures should I run for [insert bike and tyre make here]?”. British blogger Dan, who writes the popular Bike Track Days Hub, is here to answer that question: Having the right pressure for your rider, bike and tyre combination...
We would like to reward our smartest readers with prizes in our weekly Motorbike Writer trivia quiz and we start...
How good is your motorcycle trivia and your celebrity knowledge? This week, our trivia quiz will test both. How much...
It’s not an easy task to transport your motorbike, but sometimes you need to if you want to ride interstate and have a limited amount of time or are sending it overseas for a riding holiday. There is a lot involved in transporting a bike. You have to pack it properly,...
As the old ad slogan used to say, Oils ain’t oils, and that’s very true for motorcycle lubrication which has...
If you’re in the market for a used motorcycle, you’ll need to know what to look for when you inspect...
Your motorcycle chain is a vital ingredient in making your bike smooth, quiet and efficient, so to prolong its life, it’s important to perform regular checks and maintenance. French motorcycle lubricant company Motul, distributed in Australia by Link International, sent us a check list and technical details for lubricating your chain. We’ve...
Modern motorcycles and helmet bluetooth systems could be depriving riders of that innate sense of mechanical sympathy with their bike....
This motorcycle maintenance advice was provided by the RACQ to help riders keep their bike in good condition which is perhaps the...
While most riders change the mufflers on their new motorcycle first, the most important modification to any motorcycle is the suspension, according to suspension expert Sam Simmons of Oliver’s Motorcycles. Sam is from the UK where he spent eight years as a professional motocross racer and worked in the factory...
It seems such a shame, but in some climates, riders have to hibernate their motorcycles for the long, cold winter....
In our first in a series on beginner track days, British blogger Dan who writes the popular Bike Track Days...
Have you ever thought about doing a track day but were a little bit concerned about not being good enough or having an appropriately fast bike? Or maybe you thought it was a waste of time and money and of no benefit to your road riding skills! We invited British...
Motorcycle tyres are only as good as the pressure in them and that means regularly checking them or filling with...
Have you ever seen, heard and smelt a rider revving their motorcycle engine or idling their bike for minutes before getting...
Are you overfilling your motorcycle tank, wasting money and putting your life in danger? Watch this video and check out these safety and money-saving tips. This video provides a graphic explanation for why you should never fill your bike while you are sitting on it. In this case, the rider...
Some people don’t think they need motorcycle mirrors because they are going faster than the rest of the traffic. In...
Setting up your motorcycle suspension is one of the most arcane and confounding disciplines, yet one of the most important....
Second gear is the most fun you can have on a motorcycle. That’s the gear of tight corners, power slides and power wheelies. It’s where I’ve had the most fun in motorcycling and it’s my go-to gear for entertainment. As the Beach Boys “Little Honda” song goes: “First gear, it’s...
Storm-damaged motorcycles often find their way back into the market with heavy discounts; but should you be tempted? Recent vicious...
For your safety and to ensure that your bike is legal to ride, it is advisable to perform a pre-ride...
Have you experienced any nasty surprises after shoddy mechanics have repaired or serviced your motorcycle? A riding colleague recently complained of a leaking brake reservoir on his BMW R 1200 RT (pictured above), so we pulled over for him to investigate. The bike had just been in for an expensive...
“Here you go, Mark, I trust you,” says Gordon Wallace as he tosses me the keys to “Goldie”, his beloved...
This age-old question about oils doesn’t have an easy answer. However, your motorcycle manual will specify a particular oil. Some...
Americans are crazy about ethanol. Most of their fuel seems to have at least 10% ethanol and the Renewable Fuels Association will have a huge presence at next weekend’s Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the largest in the world. They will be providing free ethanol giveaways and free T-shirts at the 2014...
Have motorcycles become too hi-tech in their quest to become safer? While I applaud the addition of ABS and traction...
If you fit any aftermarket accessories to your bike, you run the risk of making it illegal. That’s if you...
Did you know that your speedo is most likely inaccurate and that the inaccuracy could vary slightly with time? In these days of low speed tolerances by the police, it is vital that your speedo is accurate or that you are aware of its inaccuracy. To check the accuracy of...
More riders must be taking measures to secure their bikes as motorcycle theft is on a downward trend, according to...
Water does a great job of cleaning your bike, but a lot of clever products have been produced in recent...
What are the correct tyre pressures for your motorcycle and do they vary for any reason? The answers are varied and complex. You should check your tyre pressures every time you go out for a ride or it can result in bad handling, increased wear, fatigue cracking, increased chance of...
Do you know how to break in new motorcycle tyres that come with a glossy and slippery surface? They deserve...