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    A view of a potential 490 machine for KTM. Photo courtesy of Asphalt & Rubber

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    an Indian bike ready to rumble at Spirit Lake Indian Factory. Photo courtesy of the Des Moines Register.

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Chris B
JoinedSeptember 13, 2017
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Chris B·
Articles
·October 23, 2017·12 min read

California Superbike School Review

Re-Learning to Ride With the California Superbike School Maybe you’re a fairly new street rider or maybe you’ve been riding...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Brands
·October 23, 2017·15 min read

Yamaha FJR1300

Diagnosis: MBS (Multiple Bike Syndrome) Chances are pretty slim you’ll find any articles about Multiple Bike Syndrome in the AMA...
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Chris B·
Accessory Reviews
·October 23, 2017·16 min read

Stainless Steel Brake Lines

We bring all of our senses to task when riding a motorcycle — with the possible exception of taste! — to operate the machines below us and maintain a certain level of safety. It’s as if we become part of that machine in some manner; there’s a constant flow of...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Accessory & Parts Reviews
·October 22, 2017·6 min read

River Road Balaclava

Editor’s Note:  A balaclava (aka balaclava helmet) is defined as “a cap that is close-fitting and woolen and covers all...
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Chris B·
Articles
·October 21, 2017·9 min read

Trans-America Trail Ride Report

The Suzuki DRZ-400S on the Trans-America Trail Glen and I returned safely from our adventure ride on the western portion...
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Chris B·
Tire Wheel Balancer Reviews
·October 20, 2017·5 min read

Motorcycle Wheel Re-Spoke, Part 2

Motorcycle Wheel Spoke Adventures Part 2 Part 1 (“Re-Spoke Motorcycle Wheels“) described my experiences at re-spoking a motorcycle wheel for the first time. That article covered the “what, why, and how” of the project. I had also mentioned in that article that I would be doing another spoke job in...
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Chris B·
Suzuki
·October 19, 2017·8 min read

Suzuki DR-Z400S Frame Brace

Home Made Frame Brace for the Suzuki DR-Z400S In this series, I have been preparing my 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S for...
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Chris B·
Sena
·October 18, 2017·32 min read

Sena SMH10 User Report

Summary Audio quality and volume were first class. Battery life is impressive. But the delay in the VOX is a...
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Chris B·
BMW
·October 14, 2017·7 min read

BMW R 1150 GS

Frequent webBikeWorld visitors will remember my “Multiple Bike Syndrome” article, where I described some reasons for owning two motorcycles rather than only one. If you recall, I had just purchased a brand-new 2006 Yamaha FJR1300A to add to the stable. I was tickled with the new ride and proceeded to...
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Chris B·
BMW
·October 14, 2017·7 min read

Multiple Bike Syndrome Part II: My BMW R 1150 GS

Summary Frequent webBikeWorld visitors will remember my “Multiple Bike Syndrome” article, where I described some reasons for owning two motorcycles...
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Chris B·
Review
·October 8, 2017·9 min read

Hyper Lites Review

Anyone that has spent time on two wheels — either on a bicycle or a motorcycle — knows what a...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Intercom Reviews
·October 6, 2017·5 min read

Sena SMH10 Rider-to-Passenger Report

The Sena SMH-10: A Rider-to-Passenger Intercom Just to spice things up a bit, I added some photos of the Sena SMH10R, the newest Sena intercom that trades the “Jog Dial” for a new low-profile shape. We’ll have a review coming soon. A Long-Distance Trip I wrote two previous reviews of...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Tire Reviews
·October 5, 2017·13 min read

Stubby Tire Tools

Stubby Tire Tools are easy to use and they provide good leverage to get the job done without damaging your...
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Chris B·
Articles
·October 5, 2017·8 min read

Re-Spoke Motorcycle Wheels

Adventures in Motorcycle Wheel Re-Spoking With a Suzuki DRZ400S This is not intended as a complete “how to” article on...
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Chris B·
Review
·October 5, 2017·9 min read

Sena SMH10 User Report

I loaned Chris another Sena SMH10 intercom pair for his latest adventure, a trip on the Trans-America Trail. This was the latest version of the SMH10, with the most recent firmware update. Chris is an experienced intercom owner and user but has limited experience with Bluetooth intercoms, so this is...
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Chris B·
Review
·October 4, 2017·14 min read

Avon Storm ST Sport Motorcycle Tires

Observations and Ruminations Go to any motorcycle specific website and you’ll find what are often referred to as “recurring, never...
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Chris B·
Review
·October 1, 2017·9 min read

Throttlemeister Cruise Control Review

This is another article in an ongoing series to make my new 2006 Yamaha FJR 1300 the “Ultimate Sport Tourer”....
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Chris B·
HJC
·August 31, 2017·4 min read

HJC Sy-Max vs. Sy-Max II vs. Sy-Max III

HJC Sy-Max vs. Sy-Max III Comparison Yeah, I know — if you read my report on the HJC Sy-Max II helmet latch failure, I said I�d be looking for another brand of helmet. But then I heard about the Sy-Max III and after an exchange of e-mails with the engineers at...
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Chris B·
Review
·April 2, 2014·3 min read

Zero to Sixty: A Dakar Adventure

Zero to Sixty: A Dakar Adventure By: David Mills Paperback or eBook, 183 pages Publisher (Self Published): Trailblazer Guides February 2014...
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Chris B·
ReviewLuggage ReviewsRotopax
·December 20, 2013·12 min read

Rotopax Fuel Pack Review

During the planning stages for our assault of the western half of the Trans-America Trail, Glen and I knew that...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Tire Reviews
·December 5, 2013·14 min read

Michelin Anakee III Tire Review

Summary When I first purchased my (used) 2002 BMW R 1150 GS (review), my intentions were to explore more unpaved roads. It wasn’t long before I discovered that riding off-road requires an additional set of skills, especially when riding a bike as large and heavy as my GS. You can learn...
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Chris B·
Review
·November 5, 2013·10 min read

Michelin T63 Tire Review

I found the Michelin T63 tires to be reliable both off-road and on the pavement. They have excellent tire wear...
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Chris B·
Review
·September 12, 2013·12 min read

Teiz Motorsports Sahara Jacket Review

The Teiz Motorsports Sahara jacket is a comfortable, functional garment. It served me well throughout the entire 15 days of the...
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Chris B·
Review
·August 11, 2013·19 min read

Sidi Adventure Gore-Tex Boots Review

The Sidi Adventure Gore-Tex boots are the top of the Sidi Adventure-Touring boot lineup. They’re a quality piece of riding gear and they’re not inexpensive, but serious riders may discover that these boots will probably outlast lesser types. The height of the Adventure Gore-Tex boots doesn’t work on my BMW...
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Chris B·
Suzuki
·February 19, 2013·10 min read

Suzuki DR-Z400S Clock Repair

Repairing the Digital Clock – DR-Z400S The Suzuki DR-Z400S clock is part of the electronic dashboard display. Apparently, the clock...
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Chris B·
Review
·July 16, 2012·8 min read

Motorcycle Tool Tube Storage

As I mentioned in my Motorcycle License Plate Stash Box review, there’s a serious lack of places to mount, store or...
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Chris B·
Review
·July 15, 2012·6 min read

Motorcycle License Plate Stash Box

When I purchased my 2003 Suzuki DR-Z400S, it never entered my mind where I would store the registration and insurance card on the bike. On all of my previous and current, bikes there has always been a convenient, secure place to keep that sort of paperwork, either under the seat...
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Chris B·
Accessory Reviews
·January 23, 2012·9 min read

Touratech Adjustable Folding Shift Lever

I was planning a ride across the Trans-Labrador Highway in Canada in the summer of 2011. While planning for this...
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Chris B·
Review
·January 2, 2012·20 min read

Teiz Motorsports Navigator

The Teiz Motorsports Navigator two-piece outfit is a delight to wear. It is comfortable with ample venting and insulation and...
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Chris B·
Review
·December 10, 2011·10 min read

King of Fleece Motorcycle Seat Cover Review

Most stock motorcycle seats are perfectly fine for shorter rides in sunny weather. But if you spend a fair amount of time in the saddle — and not just the “Iron Butt” types — then chances are you do a bit squirming around on that seat. This can cause the...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Tire Reviews
·September 5, 2011·12 min read

Continental TKC 80 Motorcycle Tire Review

The Continental TKC 80 tires provided excellent performance both on and and off road. More: Dual sport tire sizes, information and...
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Chris B·
Articles
·July 30, 2011·27 min read

Flip-Up Helmet Safety

HJC Sy-Max II Helmet Latch Failure I normally wear a full-face helmet when I’m riding a motorcycle unless I’m evaluating...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Videos
·July 19, 2011·4 min read

Throttle Days Mexican Adventure – wBW Video Review

When Rick asked if I could review the Throttle Days Mexican Adventure video, I was recovering from some surgery and wasn’t allowed to do much of anything else, so the timing was perfect. I had purchased the previous video in the series, Throttle Days Dual Sport Adventure (review), based on the positive webBikeWorld review a few...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Videos
·May 19, 2011·6 min read

BMW GS Off-Road Riding Skills DVD – wBW Video Review

BMW GS Off-Road Riding Skills A friend and I occasionally talk about a fantasy ride to Alaska, but it has...
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Chris B·
Bluetooth Adapters and Intercom Accessory
·March 14, 2011·12 min read

Cardo Scala Rider G4

5,000 Miles With the Sena SMH-10 The mainstream Cardo scala rider G4 is one of the most popular Bluetooth helmet...
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Chris B·
Review
·February 19, 2011·9 min read

Handy Motorcycle Table Lift Review

Well-made motorcycle table lift that is often used by professionals and in motorcycle dealerships and repair shops. Many options are available and the table can lift up to 1,000 lbs. (453 kg). If you’ve ever considered purchasing a motorcycle table lift for working on your bike then you need to...
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Chris B·
Review
·January 12, 2011·11 min read

Tourmaster Sentinel Jacket

The Tourmaster Sentinel jacket is an excellent choice for an outer layer rain and foul weather garment. It meets the claim...
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Chris B·
Review
·July 5, 2009·12 min read

Cycle Hill Motorcycle Tire Changer Review

In my previous review of the No-Mar tire changer I mentioned that motorcycle owners can save money by changing their...
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Chris B·
Review
·May 30, 2009·11 min read

Echo Quick Release Review

The Echo Quick Release helmet buckle is easy to install and use. It’s an inexpensive and very effective alternative to fumbling around with the usual D-ring helmet retention system. Some motorcyclists like the tried and true double D-rings and strap for securing a helmet onto one’s noggin. This arrangement is...
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Chris B·
Motorcycle Accessory & Parts Reviews
·March 23, 2009·25 min read

K&N Air Filter

The K&N air filter offers a possible increase in power and longer air filter changing intervals. But the K&N air...
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