You can’t live without your head, so you need to protect it with the best motorcycle helmets. However, shopping for...
Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP safety and thermal comfort ratings system for motorcycle clothing has added 15 jackets to its list...
A spark plug is a device that delivers electric current from the ignition to the combustion chamber of an engine to ignite the compressed mixture of air and fuel. All motorcycles, including those from the Harley-Davidson company, require a suitable spark plug for optimum starting as well as engine performance. Below...
If you are an avid motorcycle rider you know how important having the best motorcycle gloves are. If you are...
The retro helmet fad has boomed in recent years, but this HJC V90 with bubble visor is the first we...
Ceramic coating is a dressing made of a liquid polymer. When applied to the surface of your motorbike, the coating with the assistance of the liquid polymer will form a strong chemical and cohesive bond with the original paintwork. The bond is so strong that its removal can only be...
Aldi claims the gear they offer in their annual motorcycle gear sale is safe, but one Sydney reader says at least silver...
Contributed post for our northern hemisphere readers Just like with lots of other things, people’s buying habits for motorcycle tires...
With the absence of racing due to the pandemic lockdown and the waning of sportsbike popularity we wonder how many riders are still keen on race replica helmets. They used to be very popular, but we haven’t seen as many in recent years. Some riders wear them to announce their...
BMW Motorrad has extended its helmet warranty from two years to five years which is basically the suggested life of...
If you’ve ever had motorcycle gear fail through wear and tear or a crash, it could be covered by the...
Your motorcycle jackets, pants, gloves and boots that are supposed to protect you in a crash, can sometimes experience failures of the most basic test of simple wear and tear. However, it is important to differentiate a product failure from a rider error. Product failures We recently bought a pair...
(Contributed post on computer games) If you haven’t been able to go for a ride for some time because of...
(Contributed post for our European readers) Purchasing tires for your motorbike on the web from tyreleader.ie can save you lots...
Motorcycle backpacks are becoming more technical, lightweight and packed with features, but they are also becoming expensive such as this Kriega Max 28 expandable backpack. Before we get into all the features, here’s the thing — it costs $385! I reckon you could go to an outdoor, camping, hiking, fishing...
A ceramic coating on your paintwork, pipes, chrome, forks and other hard parts will not only protect them from road...
Unless your bike is brand new, one of the most common areas that give away its age is the condition...
Part 1 – The new European Standard EN17092. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing protection standard (EN17092). We have asked Dr Chris Hurren to explain the new European standard and what it means for Aussie riders. Dr Hurren is a research scientist at Deakin University...
Part 2 – The new levels of the standard. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing...
Part 3 – Impact abrasion resistance. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing protection standard (EN17092)....
Part 4 – Seam strength and risk zones. Over the past seven years, Europe has developed a new clothing protection standard (EN17092). We have asked Dr Chris Hurren to explain the new European standard and what it means for Aussie riders. Dr Hurren is a research scientist at Deakin University...
We warned riders about supporting the crowd-funding campaign for RiderBuds earphones after customers had still not received products almost a...
UK protective clothing company, Covec Limited, parent company of Bull-it Jeans, has received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise recognising their...
(Contributed article) You may have heard about vehicle tracking systems and wondered whether the investment is worth it. With bike theft on the rise and insurance costs shooting up they certainly are. Whether you’re an individual motorbike aficionado, or a business owner who needs to track a fleet of motorbikes,...
Ducati has joined Harley-Davidson and BMW as the only motorcycle companies with Lego models. The Lego Ducati Panigale V4 R is the...
Many modern motorcycles have matte or satin paint surfaces rather than high-gloss paintwork which gives them a mean and macho...
Audio company IASUS is about to release its classy Rekon intercom that promises top audio quality, long battery life and the ability to connect up to 6000 riders on one channel. We have tested their audiophile-quality XSound auxiliary helmet speakers and they are the best we have come across with clear...
If you have been riding for any time then chances are you have managed to scratch your motorcycle helmet –...
Riding gear with multiple layers usually rates higher for abrasion safety than comparative gear, according to the MotoCAP safety and thermal comfort...
German company Schuberth helmets have been producing helmets for motorsport and riders for more than 90 years with the top-of-the-range C4 Pro now available. Their quality helmets have only recently come to Australia through MB Motorcycles since our helmet laws were opened up to European standards. We asked Australian Motorcycle...
Alpinestars GP Plus R2 motorcycle gloves (pictured) have become only the second pair of gloves to be awarded a full five stars...
If you’ve ever been showered with bugs on your ride, you will know how difficult they are to remove from...
If you have to self-isolate during the current pandemic, then we suggest reading heaps of Motorbike Writer articles … or maybe playing a computer motorcycle simulator game! There is a host of such games around and early next year they will be joined by American Motorcycle Simulator which takes you...
(Contributed post: How to take and improve your motorcycle photos using Zoner Photo Studio X) Burnouts are for tires, not for...
(Contributed post) When it comes to riding a motorbike, having the right safety gear is of utmost importance. Riding is...
Future motorcycles may not need mirrors with this Revan helmet-mounted live-feed camera that screens images to a head-up display (HUD). Some may find this bulky camera and HUD device as a safety feature that eliminates blind spots while others may view it as a dangerous distraction. The Revan system includes...
The RoadOne controller replaces messy multiple switches to operate electrical accessories such as chargers, heated grips and seat, dash cams...
MV Agusta has collaborated with Italian travelware company Piquadro to introduce a stylish range of branded keyrings, wallets, backpacks and...
Garmin has unveiled its new zūmo XT GPS which is brighter, smarter and packed with more features. It would want to be, too, as it now costs $A849 in Australia and $US499 in the USA. If you have the Garmin Drive app it will also allow riders access to smart notifications, real-time fuel...
The new AGV K6 carbon helmet has more shell area and less visor mechanism for maximised protection, though the visor...