Have you ever had to stop riding and swap your sunglasses for bifocal or prescription glasses to read a map...
The makers of the basic EyeCo head-up display unit that flashes coloured alert lights in a rider’s peripheral vision claim...
Arizona company MiClimate says their lightweight wearable air-conditioning unit for riders is expected to be available in the middle of this southern summer. MiClimate was unveiled in April 2016 and has been a long time in the development stage. Now MiCli 1 is expected to ship in December at $US399...
Production of SlimBuds Bluetooth motorcycle earphones has begun a year after the company launched its successful crowd-funding program and they will be...
Google Maps has expanded its two-wheeler mode for motorcycles and scooters into Asia after launching in India in December 2017....
Satellite navigation can be confusing and complex, but this small Beeline navigation tool simplifies the process to reduce distraction for motorcycle riders. It is the size of a small can of tuna, will cost about $US129 ($A175, £98, €110), connects by Bluetooth to your phone and doesn’t chew up your...
Touring apps for motorcycle riders are flooding the market, each with their own quirks and features. Two new touring apps...
Ducati is the latest motorcycle manufacturer to develop an app that records your ride and allows riders to share their...
BMW Motorrad has released its latest range of digital technology for connected riding featuring naturally spoken directions, cable-free charging and integrated intercoms. Navigation The new BMW Motorrad Navigator VI costs $A1290 and includes Australia and New Zealand lifetime mapping updates. It has some interesting features such as Natural Guidance which...
Cheaper, lighter and more compact head-up display (HUD) technology is coming to motorcycle helmets from a partnership of HUDWAY, DigiLens...
Yamaha says they are improving the skills of riders with their new free app, MyRide, which records top speed, acceleration,...
If you like to ride on into the night, you’ll need glasses that can accommodate both sun and night vision. We’ve been wearing a pair of Ugly Fish photo chromic glasses since 2014 and found them great for riding in all light conditions. They start off clear when I put...
If you are frustrated with helmet cameras because you can never tell if they are switched on and recording what...
The latest Isle of Man TT video game “Ride on the Edge” features motorcycles rendered by Brisbane computer graphics production...
Riders may want to buy action cameras for their motorbike for various reasons, such as recording exciting rides to share with friends or other bikers on social media. They may also consider equipping their bike with a camera for insurance purposes in the unfortunate event of an accident. Bike cameras...
Google Maps introduced a two-wheeler mode for motorcycles and scooters for India in December 2017, but it may soon be coming...
Currently, motorcycle helmet cameras are considered as very important accessories by both professional motorcycling sportsmen and even leisure and transportation...
The world’s first affordable home motorcycle simulator has moved closer to reality with a Kickstarter crowd funding campaign that surpassed its goal in less than a day. LeanGP CTO Adria Saz Marti says the simulator has plug-and-play capability so it is ready to play right out of the box and...
TomTom says their Rider 550 GPS will be smoother, faster and “techier” with built-in wifi for faster and easier map...
Riding a motorcycle can be one of the most thrilling experiences in life. That said, it’s important to ensure that...
Nearly a year ago Motorbike Writer posted a piece about the threat posed to motorcycles by virtual reality or VR. Our guest writer says the logic isn’t actually all that difficult to understand. VR goes further than traditional games to simulate real world experiences, such that a motorcycle game, at least...
There are a lot of Bluetooth earplugs hitting the market, but they are heavy and bulky and uncomfortable under a...
All riders should be using earplugs to protect their hearing, but frequent use can cause a build-up of wax that...
Just like many race-style watches, many come in the form of chronographs which have been a staple in racing since from the very beginning. You may have heard of such iconic pieces like Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona and other race style watches like the Tag Heuer Monaco like the many...
Fans of the BMW GS range seem to have every gadget know to motorcycling and now they can augment that...
Many riders now have Bluetooth intercom units in their helmets to talk to other riders, take and make phone calls...
Motorcycle simulators are becoming more real and cheaper with one Spanish company now promising to deliver an affordable simulator for your home so you can still race on a rainy day! Motorcycle simulators began with amusement arcade rides and a video screen in front that reacted to the way you...
Riders concerned about the legality and safety of mounting a camera to their helmet may soon be able to wear...
The US Army is funding research into materials with electronic nanowires to heat the fabric that could eventually lead to...
Danish company Tourstart is offering Motorbike Writer readers a 20% discount on their new motorcycle ride planning and navigation app with free worldwide maps. While there have been many such apps around, the company claims theirs is “unique” because of “the high level of integration between web and app. Once...
The smart helmet revolution is coming with several hi-tech helmets or add-on units hitting the market in the next few...
Earmold Australia have been making earplugs for Aussie riders since 1988 and now produce their own laboratory-made Lab-Flex earplugs. We’ve...
A New Zealand company is joining the head-up display revolution with a small and light retrofit unit for riders so they can keep their eyes on the road, not on their speedo. Auckland company Reyedr (pronounced rider) says their device can retrofit to the chin bar of any full-face helmet....
Riders can now more easily see what’s behind them with the Zona M100 – a system that features a head-up...
Earmold Australia has added a new service of Lab-Flex custom earplugs to now offer even longer lasting motorcycle rider earplugs...
Here’s a free fun app that provides interactive motorcycle exhaust and engine sounds for those who are disappointed with their quiet legal exhaust. RevHeadz Motorbike Sounds was developed in Australia and spokesman Chris Wise says it’s basically “a novelty app for people who love automotive sounds”. The free app includes...
Swedish company GObyLIVI is about to go into production with products that allow the rider to use their smartphone with...
A hands-free phone holder that mounts on your wrist has been targeted for a lot of active uses, including motorcycle...
This leather wristband could be the biggest money saver for motorcycle riders as it alerts the rider to upcoming known speed camera locations. After a successful crowdfunding campaign, the Italian-made WOOLF wristband will launch in June 2017 and cost €139 (about $A200). Earlybirds can order now for €99 (about $A140) on woolf.bike. It may seem expensive, but if...
New SlimBuds Bluetooth motorcycle earphones are claimed to be the most comfortable and secure with an app that dampens wind noise, but highlights...