The Posi-Tap and Posi-Lock “Mega” connectors are useful when you need to connect multiple wires. Sometimes it’s more efficient to...
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. Hey, you can’t have too many flashlights, right? I mean after all, you never know what emergency will happen next… And the 21st century is turning out to be a...
I’m getting old — there’s just no way around it. Funny thing is, I get older by the day! Here’s a dirty...
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 Versys Part 5: New Tires for the Versys Part 6: Oxford HotGrips on the Versys Gear: Zeta Handguards and XC Deflector Kit Gear: FAMSA 260 Tank Bag & Pannier Set Versys Specs: Kawasaki Versys Info...
The MotoPumps Air Shot is a very compact tire inflator. It provides pressures up to 100 psi and it’s small...
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, smoother and more enjoyable ride. The Bot-Wing is a logical, simple and effective add-on to newer BMW R 1200 GS and GS Adventure motorcycles. Coming from the mind of a...
The Acebikes U-Turn Motor Mover is a unique take on the folding motorcycle dolly or rolling stand. It allows you...
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 many different motorcycles The frame plugs cover the various holes on the motorcycle’s frame to keep out dirt and grime. R&G Racing makes boot guards for many different motorcycle makes...
Radiator and oil cooler guards are, for many motorcycles, the best and typically the most cost-effective way to protect your...
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 different types, one of which may fit your motorcycle. On the BMW F 800 S, the stock mirrors look nice but they’re virtually useless. The SW-Motech mirror extender blocks described...
The P1 Power Tip is claimed to reduce sound levels by 3 to 4 dB when mounted to the stock...
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, I don’t want to overdo it. I was warned that the Two Brothers M-2 carbon fiber can would be too loud but it’s actually not, at least on this bike....
The SW-Motech skid plate engine guard (aka bash plate) for the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 ABS is very well made, as...
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 review. The HEX ezCAN software is available in Windows and Mac versions. Once the software has been downloaded and installed, the HEX ezCAN owner has the means to configure the...
You’ve probably seen them as an OE (original equipment) installation on your motorcycle. But individual motorcyclists can also use these...
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 trip, I was concerned about riding my 2002 BMW R1150GS (review) on the hundreds of miles of gravel roads. I don’t ride off-road very often, so I had a real fear of...
I’ve installed my fair share of accessories on numerous motorcycles over the years (decades). Without a doubt, the AltRider Crash...
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 in a limited range of situations. It’s more useful for car or trike tires than for motorcycle tires, but it’s cheap enough and easy enough to carry on a motorcycle,...
Summary The EZE Bleeder lives up to its name. It’s an easy way to bleed motorcycle brakes or a hydraulic...
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 is a great product. I should have tried it a long time ago. Get some, use it year-round, appreciate it. It will serve you and your two-wheelers well. Introduction I...
Summary An excellent companion for riding jeans and similar pants are let down by a few design and quality flaws....
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 of a new product that we’re seeing great results in curing many of the low RPM problems plaguing late model Ducatis. The Fat Duc O2 Manipulator is a simple, yet...
Nice socks for wearing under motorcycle boots. But I’m not sure if they perform any better than cotton socks. Also,...
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. They’re so nice, it’s rather a shame to get them dirty and greasy. But they work better than any other screwdrivers I’ve tried, so don’t be afraid to use them!...
Summary The Wiha Magic Ring is a special tip that holds socket head cap screws. This set is Wiha Part...
Summary High-quality, handy little bit driver replaces several screwdrivers in the toolbox. Introduction My wife gets a kick out of...
More Posi-Lock and Posi-Twist connectors for wire splicing; no crimp connectors by Posi-Products. Here are some more Posi-Lock Products that are useful for motorcyclists; the Posi-Twist product is covered below. To splice multiple wires using a Posi-Twist, twist the wires together, place them in the screw-on connector and attach the...
The Hot Grips can be difficult to install. But they work well, providing lots of heat. They include a two...
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