One of the most important decisions when booking a motorcycle tour is choosing the right bike to ride on the...
Proper wheel maintenance is essential for adventure bikes. These motorcycles are built using tough and rigid components. The wire wheels...
The second-most-common question I have been asked in the past couple of decades as a motoring journalist is what motorcycle or car do I own? (The most common question was, “what motorcycle or car should I buy?” The answer could easily take up a book as big as the Bible/Koran.)...
There may be many ways that you can avoid an accident but if it happens, it is important to know...
Lane filtering rules still vary substantially from state to state and have not yet been passed in Western Australia or...
The arcane rules and regulations on handlebar measurements are made more confusing for riders by the different interpretations and amendments of each state. Longtime motorcycle campaigner Wayne Carruthers says some states have not appreciated the 2005 and 2016 changes in regulations. “Many states still have clauses with the old height...
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(Sponsored post) There are a lot of people in this world who love riding a bike, but to enjoy the...
Buying a used motorcycle can be exciting as you can choose between a wide variety of models, colours, and features to find the best possible set of wheels your budget allows. However, there are many dishonest sellers out there who will try to overcharge you. This article will address how...
Getting a good coffee is one of the joys on the road for a rider, writes Jason Barton* and an...
Stopping and setting up camp seems contradictory for someone riding around Australia, but Jason Barton* says stopping and setting up...
In the wake of recent fines for motorcycle exhaust noise and the controversy of roadside testing procedures, another issue that unfairly affects riders in some states is the lack of testing stations. Longtime motorcycle advocate Wayne Carruthers asks how riders can access test stations, particularly in country areas of NSW,...
A rider punches and kicks an SUV that cut into his lane on a Canadian highway in this latest video...
A Brisbane barrister who has written a paper on the legality of aftermarket motorcycle exhausts has urged all riders to...
You can now remove the approval certificate sticker on the outside of your helmet, but you still need to have an internal certificate label or sticker to avoid a fine from a copper who thinks they know the law better than you. In fact, just in case you are ever...
What happens to repeat offenders who get a defect notice for an aftermarket motorcycle exhaust, bolt on the original to...
When you ride, the only contact with the road is your tyres. This is why it is so important that...
Many riders straight-line a series of corners by crossing broken white lines, but Victorian Police warn it’s illegal and recently fined seven sports car drivers for doing just that. VicPol recently recorded this video of a group of exotic sports cars straight-lining corners by crossing broken white lines on the...
A rider has successfully sued his local council and a traffic management company for compensation to repair his Triumph Rocket...
There is nothing more thrilling than purchasing a new motorbike, but it can be easy to forget about a few...
Millennials are not interested in motorcycles, but could be enticed if they could share rides or have the option of leasing instead of buying, according to Wall St investment research company Bernstein Research. The company began looking at the motorcycle industry in the wake of several years of downward sales...
Travelling solo can be scary especially if it is overseas for the first time. To begin with, there are a...
By contributor “Jessica D”* Long motorcycle tours can be exhausting and exhilarating all at the same time. You could choose...
One of the barriers to more people enjoying our favourite recreation is the traditionally high motorcycle seat which deters many women and shorter people. Now you can check the seat heights of your favourite motorcycles and compare them with the comprehensive list we have at the end of this article....
Cross-country travel is fun, but long-distance travel on a motorcycle is even more so – if you can manage to...
The Dutch Reach is a simple technique of opening a car door that could save motorcyclists filtering through traffic from...
Motorcyclists are without a doubt the most vulnerable road users and even the most experienced riders can come unstuck. No matter whether you’re a new biker or a seasoned vet, not knowing exactly what to do if you get into an accident can cause further heartache, writes Rachel Erin of compensation lawyer...
Police who issued handlebar defect notices to riders involved in the recent Hells Angels Good as Gold charity ride may...
Speedometer condensation used to be a common thing on motorcycles and even in some cars, but today’s instruments are much...
If you’re a seasoned motorcyclist, you’ll love nothing better than a road trip on the open road ahead. Weather providing; motorbike road trips are a great way to get to know your machine better and become skilled in various conditions and situations. The more practice you have on your bike,...
International relocations are more common than ever and they require wholesale changes. However, embracing certain factors from your old life...
A rider who bought a BMW R 1200 RT motorcycle that was painted and equipped to look like a police...
Blind corners are among the most dangerous places for motorcyclists to ride, obviously because of the limited vision ahead. Corners can be blind because of bush at the side of the road, or obstructed by a cutting, building or even roadside signs. Many motorists, especially those who feel invincible in...
Police have defended their use of a covert Trucam mobile speed camera unit at the bottom of a 7.9km downhill...
Motorcycle Safety 101 for American Riders: There’s nothing like the freedom of taking on the open road on a motorcycle...
Victorian police launched Operation Muffler this month to crack down on noisy motorcycle and car mufflers after complaints from the public. The operation began on January 15 and will continue “for the foreseeable future”, says a Victoria Police media spokeswoman. “Operation Muffler was formulated in response to community feedback to...
If motorcycle manufacturers want to arrest the global decrease in sales they can make their bikes more difficult to steal...
If you are leaving your motorcycle parked in a public park, look for CCTV cameras and park in the line...
Average speed or point-to-point cameras continue to increase their presence on our roads, but are they actually fairer than multiple speed cameras? Some of these cameras are front facing, so motorcyclists evade detection, but most are rear facing. The cameras are used in all states. However, in NSW (above photo...
Arbitrary maximum heights and widths for motorcycle handlebars have no basis in science or safety research, yet many jurisdictions enforce...