(Sponsored post) Whether you’re a casual collector or a real motorcycle aficionado, you probably turn your head whenever you catch...
(Contributed post on preventing motorcycle theft) It’s not groundbreaking news to say that motorcycles get stolen from time to time,...
Riders should add grass clippings to their list of road hazards and stay alert, take avoidance action and consider reporting the hazard to authorities. Grass clippings can not only be a slip hazard for motorcyclists, especially if they get wet, but also the dry grass can blow up into a...
A combination of stiffly sprung modern motorcycles and old war wounds have many mature-aged riders searching for motorcycles with the...
A motorbike is a fantastic form of transportation, but there may be times where you are unable to ride the...
A high heeled diamanté fashion boot that stuck on the footpeg caused a 29-year-old Polish woman to fatally crash her Yamaha, a British coroner has found. A Dorset Coroner’s Court heard that Monika Kunda looked down as she struggled with her left foot and lost control of her Yamaha and...
(Sponsored post) You don’t need to be a motorcycle mechanic to fix your bike. Here is how to do basic...
Swann Insurance has dropped its age cut-off for motorcycle insurance after a 76-year-old professor was denied insurance for his Indian...
A recent reader asked if it was legal, safe and wise to switch off the motorcycle when stopped for a long time at roadworks. Firstly, it is not illegal to switch off your motorcycle when stopped at roadworks or even the traffic lights. In fact, many modern cars have stop-go...
(Contributed post) No one ever plans to get into an accident, but unfortunately, accidents do happen and it pays to...
No one likes to think of their mortality, especially vulnerable motorcycle riders, but the Motorcycle Council of NSW has organised...
Tall riders have almost as much trouble finding a bike to suit their build as short riders and it’s not just about seat height. For short riders, seat height is the most important factor. So we put together a comprehensive list of seat heights of your favourite motorcycles to compare. Click...
The most satisfying and enjoyable ride is not always the fastest or quickest, but the one where you develop a...
Apart from scanning the road for hazards such as potholes and gravel, riders need to be on the lookout for...
Most accidents involving motorcycles and other vehicles occur when the other vehicle is turning across their path. The result can be lethal as the rider hits the car in a t-bone fashion, rather than a glancing blow. There are a number of scenarios of turning-vehicle crashes where the rider is...
Riding in a group can be fun, but it also has its hazards, not the least being how to pass...
(Contributed post) Whether it is for personal use or business, owning a motorcycle is an added advantage to mobility. With...
(Sponsored post) Unexpected repairs are the bane of a motorcyclist’s life. No, we’re not talking about changing your tyres or brakes. Those are maintenance costs that you should have planned for. What we’re talking about here is when your chain snaps or you find out that rust has formed on...
We love the wind in our faces, but the wind in your eyes can cause them to dry out, leading...
Contributed post on emergency supplies for our North American readers Roadside emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere. Being prepared for...
If I pass roads with names such as Goat Track or Hell Hole Creek Road, it’s like a red rag to a bull and I simply have to explore it. Sometimes these roads have warning signs that ban trucks or caravans, or warn of tight curves, gravel and other hazards....
If you are precious about your motorcycle tyre pressures, you should carry an accurate portable pressure gauge as many service...
Riders who believe there is safety in numbers may be in for a shock when the whole group is pulled...
(Sponsored loan article for our North American readers) Today, motorcycles are more popular because of their fuel efficiency and the cost advantage. Kelley Blue Book estimates the average cost of a new car to be $US36,270. In comparison, you can bring home a new motorcycle for less than $5000. Motorcycles...
Crash witnesses are sometimes too scared of being sued to provide first-aid or assistance to crashed riders, says paramedic Michael...
(Contributed post for our UK readers) Whether you want to transfer your private number plate from car to car, motorbike...
(Article contributed by West Coast Trial Lawyers, LA) One of the best experiences that a person could possibly have is riding on a motorcycle. It offers a sense of freedom and mobility that can’t quite be matched by any other type of vehicle. Think about it, unlike with a car...
Many riders are taught to leave a two or three-second gap between their bike and the vehicle they are a...
Lane filtering around trucks can be dangerous simply because riders can be invisible to the truck driver, even if you...
Most riders love a good round-trip, but there are many dead-end routes that can be just as rewarding for motorcyclists. I’ve been riding with people who never venture down a road that says “No through road”. They figure that it will be like doing the road twice. Yet I’ve ridden...
If you’ve crashed or been stopped by police who suspect you’ve been doing something illegal, your action camera, phone, GPS...
(Contributed post) Bike insurance policy will protect the bike owner from various kinds of risks. It will fulfil the owner’s...
The three most popular articles this year have been about riders successfully obtaining justice either in beating incorrect fines or, in once case, getting a driver fined for road rage. In all cases we are happy to say that Motorbike Writer has played a role. Lane filter justice The most popular...
Police confirm that a number plate scam has landed some motorists with fines for speeding offences they did commit and...
Riders heading into the Outback should be aware of the dangers of hitting kangaroos, says the Royal Flying Doctor Service whose planes...
Florida woman Jennifer St Clair, 33, was killed when she was run over by several cars after she fell off a motorcycle pillion seat on her first date with the rider. Florida Highway Patrol are not sure of the details of the incident last weekend and are calling for witnesses....
Many riders may not realise that if they are involved in a crash, they may not be covered for what...
Several days after saying novelty helmet covers were legal, VicPol has thrown doubt on the issue saying it had to...
Contributed post for our North American readers Buying a motorcycle and hitting the open road is exciting. Filtering through different types of insurance and warranties? Not so much. Insurance costs money and doesn’t seem necessary – until you actually need it. The same can be said for additional levels of...
Sponsored post for our North American readers Getting into a road accident is one of the worst things that can...