The world’s first pay-as-you-ride insurance scheme has launched in America allowing leisure and seasonal riders and those who own more...
The motorcycle industry has changed substantially over the past decade with multi-dealerships and most of it has been in favour...
A North Carolina Harley rider has been awarded $US4m (almost $A6m) after a crash with a driver who failed to yield right-of-way in what is believed to be the world’s biggest motorcycle crash payout. The 29-year-old rider was travelling about 15mph (about 24km/h) when he was struck by a vehicle...
If you are buying a used motorcycle, you should check to see if it is stolen, has money owing on...
Australia is considering stronger consumer laws covering seriously defective vehicles that could go as far as US Lemon Laws but...
Even cheap motorcycles can have exorbitant insurance costs – but why? When it comes to motorcycle insurance, we believe that it’s because most insurance companies don’t really want to know about motorcycles, deeming them too risky and too small an item to be worthwhile. Many companies will usually give you an expensive...
When you buy a new motorcycle, it’s always in the back of your mind how much value it will retain...
We looked at preparations necessary to sell your motorcycle in the first article in a two-part series and now we look at...
Have you ever been in the market for a motorcycle and found the sales man condescending, uninterested, ill-informed, pushy and male? Yes, that’s right – salesman. There are very few saleswomen in the motorcycle industry, which is unfortunate as they may be little more sensitive to customers. The two archetypal...
Our global survey revealed that almost half of our readers have more than second motorbike or even a third bike...
If you’re buying, selling, insuring, financing or claiming your bike on tax, it’s vital that you have an accurate present...
Any rider who was sold “worthless add-on insurance”, such as an extended warranty, when they bought their bike through a dealer may be eligible for a refund. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission says the worthless additions were sold to more than half a million car and motorcycle customers. The...
If you can afford to pay cash for your next motorcycle, that’s great, but if you need finance, there are...
The worst time to buy a new motorcycle is obviously just before it is heavily discounted. But how can you...
Everybody would love to have inexpensive bike insurance, but how do you get lower premiums? The following are five simple tips you can use to help British riders save money on their bike insurance. 1. Use your garage Garaging your bike at home is one of the better ways to...
There is nothing more thrilling than purchasing a new motorbike, but it can be easy to forget about a few...
Riders all around Australia are being offered discounted national roadside assistance coverage thanks to the collaboration of the Motorcycle Council...
Contributed article If you are single with no direct dependents such as children or other close relatives, then it won’t be as beneficial to get life insurance. But if you have a partner and children, then a life insurance policy is a good way to extend your love and care...
It sounds like a bargain to import a motorcycle from overseas where they may be cheaper, but there are also...
It seems strange that anyone who buys a motorbike could possibly regret it, but many do feel “buyer’s remorse” that...
(Contributed post) Bike insurance policy will protect the bike owner from various kinds of risks. It will fulfil the owner’s obligation as per the law. You should buy at least a third-party (or liability policy) to ply on public roads. It is very much important to renew the policy to...
(Contributed post for our Indian readers) Buying a motorcycle is a life goal that each one of us wishes to...
A highly competitive market is keeping new motorcycle prices low which is great news if you are buying, but bad...
Getting good value and relevant coverage in motorcycle insurance is a tricky business, but with some help from our friends at review.com, here are some handy tips to help you. Some of the references may refer only to American insurance, whereas some terms may differ from Australia, for example third-party....
How to Get a Motorcycle Loan and Avoid the Stress: This contributed guide will help you secure a loan for...
5 savvy tips to secure your motorbike finance in 2016 When it comes to riding, most of us are preoccupied...
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) Unexpected repairs are the bane of a motorcyclist’s life. No, we’re not talking about changing your tyres or...
One of the first things many people do after a divorce is to buy something expensive, adventurous and impulsive, like...
A major Australian insurance company has launched a “free” check on the history of used motorcycles and other vehicles so you don’t buy a lemon. If you are buying a used motorcycle, you should check to see if it is stolen, has money owing on it, has been written off...
If you are doing your tax return right now, you may be able to claim your motorcycle as an expense,...
Millennials are not interested in motorcycles, but could be enticed if they could share rides or have the option of...
(Contributed post) Although not all are motor freaks, having a ride for oneself is almost everyone’s dream. The beauty that lay in your garage can take you on through the roadblocks of your daily life and also to the unexplored places beyond the pines. While some are motor geeks, some...
If you are a good customer, behave yourself, smell ok and act intelligently, you have a better chance of scoring...
How do you define good motorcycle insurance? Do you think that the best rate is always the cheapest rate? If...
There’s plenty to think about when choosing a motorcycle loan, so we asked finance expert Kevin Bolton* for his advice to make sure you get the best loan for your individual circumstances. Five Key Factors to Consider When Shopping for a Motorcycle Loan: 1. Interest Rates Rates are the main yardstick...
Riders will be able to import a new motorcycle or other vehicle from 2018 without having to deal with a dealer...
By Cyndy Lane: Traveler, Blogger, Writer, Loves to write about personal travel experiences If you are the proud owner and rider of...
A rider has successfully sued his local council and a traffic management company for compensation to repair his Triumph Rocket III after crashing in gravel left on roadworks. Unfortunately, both claims came with non-disclosure clauses, so we can’t name the rider, council, and company, nor imply liability to any party....
A British rider now faces thousands of dollars in insurance claims after a man who bought his Kawasaki ZX10R had a...