The head-up display revolution is coming with the Skully helmet and aftermarket accessories and now BMW has joined the trend....
As international-standard helmets are now approved in most of Australia, we thought we’d look back 50 years to helmet safety...
Riders who adopt hi-tech safety technologies such as head-up display may face harassment from over-jealous police who issue fines for wearing them, warns long-time motorcycle campaigner and Emeritus Professor of Transport Marcus Wigan. He says the approval in most states and territories of UNECE 22.05 helmets is a welcome move,...
The world’s first commercial available motorcycle helmet with an integrated head-up display (HUD), the Skully AR-1, is shipping to customers,...
Could bone conduction make better helmet speakers for riders than conventional systems? Even the army looks like using it to...
We love a tank bag for the convenience of having what you need right in front of you, including your wallet, phone, maps, etc. Magnetic or strap-on tank bags tend to scratch your tank and they aren’t very secure. Now Oxford, the makers of those handy grip warmers and other...
International helmet standards are now allowed in three Australian states and two territories with the ACT joining in and also...
The Australian-designed and owned VOZZ Helmet has been launched with a unique system that rids the helmet of a chin...
NSW has now joined Queensland, Victoria and the Northern Territory in approving the use of international standard motorcycle helmets. More states and the ACT are expected to follow suit after the recent lifting of a ban on the sale of UNECE 22.05 helmets, even though two states and the NT...
Nolan has launched the trendy new N-21 open-face helmet that will suit a variety of riders from cafe-racing hispsters to...
The Italian-made Caberg Duke flip-up helmet is the type of quality helmet we will start to see filtering into Australia...
German adventure and touring motorcycle accessories company Touratech has always worked closely with countryman BMW to release accessories alongside new models. Now it seems they are also working very closely with the Italians and the Japanese. While the wraps were coming off the new Ducati Multistrada 120 Enduro, Ducati Scrambler...
How would you like to win a Bikesystems BikeHUD ADVENTURE Gen2 head-up display unit for your helmet and be one of...
Eight out of 10 of the most commonly worn motorcycle suits in Australia have failed abrasion tests conducted by Dr...
This German-designed X-Over motorcycle bag is versatile, light, waterproof and comfortable. In fact, it is our bag of choice while we travel around Mexico over the next month with Ferris Wheels Motorcycle Adventures. This motorcycle bag comes in 10-litre and 12-litre sizes for $170 and $205, respectively, plus postage. Now, that’s...
Australian air filter company Unifilter has earned the prestigious and patriotic certification title of “100% Australian Made”. Unifilter has been making air filters...
BMW accessories company Wunderlich has developed an electronic two-wheel-drive system for the R 1200 GS that also gives it a...
Caberg helmets, makers of the world’s first flip-up adventure lid, are available for Australian riders in states where the European standard is now accepted. Queensland, Victorian and the Northern Territory have legalised the use of international standard UN/ECE 22.05 motorcycle helmets and NSW is expected to follow in 2016. However,...
Sena is the first company to unveil a noise-cancelling motorcycle helmet that works much like noise-cancelling headphones as made popular...
Ducati has introduced apps for its Multistrada that will plot your ride, list your speed and even record lean angles,...
The ubiquitous army surplus shoulder bag is being replaced by more trendy and useful motorcycle bags with special compartments and extra features. Riders love a one-shoulder bag because it is easy to access, but they can also tend to flap around and get in your way, and they often don’t...
Riders who don’t want the distraction of a phone call when they’re riding, but would like to know if they...
The Nolan N-40 is several helmets in one that should suit a range of riders including cruisers, naked bike riders,...
https://youtu.be/H4_59Nmd8Ko This is the ultimate motorcycle luggage for people who travel as this top box converts to a wheelie bag, leaving a rack to secure your helmet, a USB to charge your phone and rain covers for your seat and helmet. So far the Wheelrider is only a prospective product,...
Hi-tech Iron Man style head-up display motorcycle helmets and aftermarket HUD units will be the next big thing in coming...
Australian motorcycle apparel brand Draggin Jeans stands out from the crowd with their range of fully approved DuPont Kevlar clothing and...
Motorcycle gear is becoming cheaper and cheaper, but there is still a lot of expensive gear that may not offer protection commensurate with the cost. While we don’t endorse inferior products, companies such as Aldi seem to be able to bring bargain-priced quality items to market. Senior research project officer...
Harley-Davidson Australia has been without a line of helmets for a while, but now they have a range of four...
A company which has supplied night-vision goggles to armed forces has now turned its attention to producing a hi-tech night...
French motorcycle apparel company Ixon arrived in Australia in 2005 with a wide variety of jackets and pants that suit the extremes of our harsh climate. Now they have added the PitRace sports motorbike jacket which have vented mesh panels on the front, back and sleeves to allow the breeze...
Kawasaki Australia is giving away $700 worth of luggage with their 2016 learner-approved KLR650 which now comes in a camp...
The world’s only commercial available head up display (HUD) unit for motorcycle helmets is about to launch its second “slimline” generation...
Tensioning a motorcycle chain is usually done by hand without any real way of knowing it has been set correctly. It may also need re-adjusting several times until the tension of the chain ‘feels right’ by lifting the chain with your finger and guessing the right tension. Now UK motorcycle...
Action cameras are getting smaller, smarter, simpler and cheaper, and this Nautilus Nemo’s Eye camera is one of the cheapest...
Motorcyclists are fond of accessories, gadgets and hi-tech gizmos that make their life easier and their riding more enjoyable. Here...
Could bone conduction make better helmet speakers for riders than conventional systems? Even the army looks like using it to hear over loud battle noises. Bone conduction is a method of turning vibrations into sound that pass through the bones in your head and are considered more effective than headphones....
Here’s a wacky Christmas present for the motorcycle fan who has everything – a pizza cutter in the shape of...
High temperatures can make exhaust header pipes turn blue, but now a new product claims to stop exhaust bluing. World...
Riders should be careful about buying aftermarket LED lights for their bike as they may not meet Australian standards and may render their bike non-compliant. Rider advocate Wayne Carruthers says buyers should check that the lights meet Australian Design Rules and warns against buying online from overseas agents. LED lights may also require...
Ducati has introduced a website where you can design your own handmade Dainese leather motorcycle suit so you won’t look like...