Riders seem to cop more road rage than other motorists. This could be because we are seen as road menaces,...
A new theory about what causes Sorry Mate I Didn’t See You (or SMIDSY) crashes is that bikes can appear...
Motorcyclists want drivers to look, use their mirrors, check blind spots and ‘get off the phone’, according to a Motorcycle Council of NSW survey of more than 500 riders. The survey was conducted last month in preparation for the current Motorcycle Awareness Month to gain an insight into how to...
Once the pandemic lockouts finish in Australia, we’re all going to need a good travel guide book and one of...
The world’s first pay-as-you-ride insurance scheme has launched in America allowing leisure and seasonal riders and those who own more...
The UK Highway Code is being revised to incorporate a hierarchy of vehicles where bigger vehicles have to look out for smaller, more vulnerable, road users such as motorcyclists. Sounds like fair deal, right? After all, big vehicles such as trucks have huge blind spots and drivers need to take...
Australian motorcycle trainere motoDNA has developed a computer software system that analyses rider behaviour and uses a computer game environment...
What started out as a leisurely ride from Brisbane to Tenterfield and back over a couple of days with three...
**This article was written in collaboration with Road Guardians, an organization dedicated to teaching motorcyclist first aid and accident scene management. While we consulted with experts, every situation is different. In the event of an injury, it is best to contact emergency services and follow their instructions. “No matter what...
Most motorcycle road craft courses are only as good as the training on the day, but Riders Academy by motoDNA also provides...
Queensland learner riders and those upgrading their licences face even tougher and more expensive licensing requirements from 29 March 2021....
“Comfort braking” is a disingenuous term given to the habit of holding the front brake on when stopped, such as at traffic lights. And it could be ruining your front brake discs! First, we have always recommend that when you stop, you should always put your left foot on the...
Motorcycles are fantastic machines, but not all motorcycles were created equal. Over the years, there have been a few questionable...
Whether you are working in a small shop or a big factory, welding safety is going to be of the...
In most cases, I would encourage you to ride your motorcycle or drive your ATV or UTV to your destination, but sometimes, you can’t. Whether you have a designated off-road powersports vehicle and you need to get it out to where you can use it or you just need to...
Many motorcycles come with suspension that is non-adjustable or only has minor adjustment such as rear preload to compensate for...
Riding a motorcycle is an activity that comes with a fair amount of risk. That risk is rewarded by the...
Motorcycling can never be done risk-free. With that said, you can decrease your chance of experiencing an accident or getting into a motorcycle collision if you make an effort to do so. While some things will always be beyond your control, you should always do everything within your power to...
(Contributed post) Motorcycle accidents have been one of the major problems on the road in California. Motorcyclists don’t have a...
By Arthur Yarwood* The last few years have seen London struggle to control a huge motorcycle crime wave. At its...
(Contributed post) Should Kentucky motorcycle riders wear helmets? There were 122,360 motorcycles registered in Kentucky as of 2018, according to the Kentucky Traffic Collision Facts, 2018 Report (Collision Report). And while motorcycles are part of less than 1% of all collisions, they amount to 7% of fatal accidents. Riders need...
A major Australian insurance company has launched a “free” check on the history of used motorcycles and other vehicles so...
While some riders may not like the hi-tech TruCAM II radar gun’s ability to more accurately measure speed, the device...
(Contributed post on common auto dealer fraud for our North American readers) Most everyone goes into the process of purchasing a motorcycle or car with a healthy degree of skepticism. However, while you may be prepared for aggressive sales tactics, some dealers also engage in blatantly fraudulent behavior that may...
Our highways are littered with shredded tyre debris mainly from trucks often using retreaded tyres, posing a significant danger to...
(Contributed post for our North American readers) When someone has been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, they must determine liability...
(Contributed post for our North American readers) Everyone who decides to operate a motorcycle understands that there are significant differences between this type of transportation method and that of a car, truck, or another passenger vehicle. In fact, a motorcycle license is a different class of driver’s license than for...
If you can afford to pay cash for your next motorcycle, that’s great, but if you need finance, there are...
We can all learn something from this video from a Canadian truck’s dash cam that captures the moment a rider...
Two riders were injured in separate crashes with stray cattle over the weekend, promoting us to reissue our warning to riders now exploring the country after the lockdown measures have eased in some states. On Sunday (4 May 2020) a rider hit a bull at Wetheron north of Gayndah, Central...
Your motorcycle tyre can cop a puncture just about anywhere, not just out in the country. Most of the punctures...
Commuting to work is one legitimate way to ride and avoid the pandemic lockdown and travel bans, yet some riders...
(Contributed post for our Indian college readers) Who said that car is the best means of transportation? College students can make a choice in favor of motorbikes that provide the same speed and save you from traffic jams. Top 10 motorbikes to consider in college The time you spend in...
By dry cleaning your motorcycle we don’t mean sending it to the dry cleaners! We are talking about cleaning your motorcycle...
Riders who are fined for high-range speeding over 45km/h are often also charged with driving in a “manner dangerous”, says...
By Jim Bevin* 2020 is set to be a strange time for those who live outdoors and on the open road. That definitely applies to biking fans. Social distancing measures mean many of us will be stuck inside looking for things to do. Fortunately, the advent of the internet means there...
With riders facing hefty fines for breaking the coronavirus Home Confinement Direction, some have suggested rona riders should reserve their...
Does it damage the bike’s clutch to keep your motorcycle in gear with the lever pulled in while waiting at...
If you’ve responsibly chosen to park your bike during the pandemic, then you may be considering using the time to do some valuable DIY maintenance. We love a bit of DIY bike maintenance, but there are a few pitfalls that can trap the unwary home mechanic, warns RACQ technical officer and...
Contributed post (Image: Pamir Highway, Tajikistan) Any two-wheeled journey needs to be treated with care. We all know the truism...