Every once and a while, I stop by Manny, Moe and Jack’s (AKA Pep Boys) to see what’s up. They carry...
Motorcyclists come in every shape and size. And like fingerprints, no two bikes are ever the same; every owner wants...
The Posi-Tap and Posi-Lock “Mega” connectors are useful when you need to connect multiple wires. Sometimes it’s more efficient to use a larger-sized Posi-Tap or Posi-Lock rather than multiple connections. For example, when connecting pairs of auxiliary lights or to tap multiple wires into a single ground or power source....
Summary I had been eyeballing a set of Craftsman ratcheting box-end wrenches for quite a while, thinking they would come in...
My wife is curious: what is it about men and flashlights? It must be one of those male survival protect-the-cave things. ...
I’m getting old — there’s just no way around it. Funny thing is, I get older by the day! Here’s a dirty little secret that you discover when you reach, oh, around age 45: all of a sudden one day you’ll wonder why you can only read the newspaper at arm’s length...
Outfitting the Versys The Kawasaki Versys Story Part 1: Kawasaki Versys Introduction and Review Part 2: Luggage and Accessories Part 3: Windscreen Part...
The Kawasaki Versys Story Part 1: Kawasaki Versys Introduction and Review Part 2: Luggage and Accessories Part 3: Windscreen Part 4: Accessories for the...
The MotoPumps Air Shot is a very compact tire inflator. It provides pressures up to 100 psi and it’s small enough to fit under the seat of many motorcycles. The kit has everything needed to inflate a tire at the roadside. Multiple power cables, a zero-loss air hose and even...
Recently, a confused driver in front of me at a stop sign suddenly decided to try a high-speed reverse fake-out....
The Bot-Wing airfoil helps to smooth frontal air flow and redirects much of the “dirty” air away for a quieter,...
The Acebikes U-Turn Motor Mover is a unique take on the folding motorcycle dolly or rolling stand. It allows you to move the motorcycle 360 degrees for easy parking in the garage or shop floor. You’ve probably seen similar devices, but the U-Turn Motor Mover has a few significant differences...
The R&G Racing “Aero” frame sliders are also called “bobbins” in the UK. They have a “teardrop” shape that’s supposed...
The R&G Racing boot guards are simple stick-on protectors for the motorcycle frame. They are precision cut and made for...
Radiator and oil cooler guards are, for many motorcycles, the best and typically the most cost-effective way to protect your investment…other than keeping it parked, that is. The Cox Racing Group radiator and oil cooler guards kit is just one example of how easy it can be to protect vital...
Do we have a fixation on radiator and oil cooler guards? Not really, although their value on modern motorcycles cannot...
Tired of looking at your arms in the rear-view mirrors? A set of mirror extenders might help. There are many...
The P1 Power Tip is claimed to reduce sound levels by 3 to 4 dB when mounted to the stock M2 exhaust. We weren’t able to substantiate that claim. We reviewed a Two Brothers M2 Carbon Fiber exhaust recently and concluded that it has “A Rugged/Sweet Sound Just Shy of...
The P1X Power Tip does what is claimed. It reduced the sound level by nearly 10 dB from the stock...
I’ll confess: like many other motorcyclists, I like the sound of a hearty exhaust note. But also like many others,...
The SW-Motech skid plate engine guard (aka bash plate) for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 ABS is very well made, as is typical for SW-Motech accessories. It comes with a full array of high-spec hardware that makes the stock Suzuki stuff look pretty wimpy. Be sure to carefully lay out all...
The HeliBars Horizon series of replacement handlebars are adjustable for various combinations of reach, height, and wrist angle. They are...
Configuring and Using the HEX ezCAN Installing the HEX ezCAN Software This is Part 2 of our extended HEX ezCAN...
You’ve probably seen them as an OE (original equipment) installation on your motorcycle. But individual motorcyclists can also use these weatherproof and sturdy connectors. Here’s an introduction to Deutsch connectors and a quick how-to on rolling your own. Look closely at the wiring on your motorcycle and chances are you...
There are probably as many different motorcycle handlebar end weights and caps as there are handlebars. Or more. This topic...
I was planning a ride across the Trans-Labrador Highway in Canada in the summer of 2011. While planning for this...
I’ve installed my fair share of accessories on numerous motorcycles over the years (decades). Without a doubt, the AltRider Crash Bar kit for the BMW F800GS is at or near the top of my list regarding quality, production and fit. They have a unique open form but they address most...
So stylish they’re liable to get stolen, the Tucano Urbano design keeps hands warm and dry without sacrificing control. Mention...
The Cargol Turn & Go, aka the Gryyp Tire Tool, is an easy-to-use carry-along device that can plug a tire...
Summary The EZE Bleeder lives up to its name. It’s an easy way to bleed motorcycle brakes or a hydraulic clutch with a minimum of fuss. Reference: Bleeding Motorcycle Brakes With the Actron Vacuum Pump Review Introduction Flushing the old and dirty brake fluid from your motorcycle’s brake system may seem...
A simple and effective leveraging of technology to mitigate many of the performance issues users cope with from modern lean-burn...
Summary I can only echo what so many others have already said about the Scottoiler FS365 corrosion protector — it...
Summary An excellent companion for riding jeans and similar pants are let down by a few design and quality flaws. Introduction Let’s face it, as much as we should wear all the gear all the time, motorcycle pants are often too hot during the summer or too “un-cool ” for...
Summary This extremely attractive and very functional rear mudguard is another great offering from Horning. Hornig is a company that...
A few weeks ago I received a breviloquent email from “Jason” at Fat Duc: “Just wanted to make you aware...
Nice socks for wearing under motorcycle boots. But I’m not sure if they perform any better than cotton socks. Also, the fabric pilled after just one or two wearings. We’ve seen many interesting products come and go over the years, but coconut socks have to be about as far out...
I’ll confess to a USB flash drive obsession. They’ve become somewhat of a fetish for me, defined by Webster’s as...
Summary The Wiha Micro-Finish screwdrivers are very well made. They have a high quality, excellent feel and good gripping surface....
Summary The Wiha Magic Ring is a special tip that holds socket head cap screws. This set is Wiha Part Number 36795. It includes 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm and 6 mm sizes. Each tool has the special Wiha cushion grip and “Magic Ring” patented end. The tools are...
Summary High-quality, handy little bit driver replaces several screwdrivers in the toolbox. Introduction My wife gets a kick out of...