Sponsored post If you want to ride your motorcycle faster and a turn heads at the same time, you need...
A recent reader asked if it was legal, safe and wise to switch off the motorcycle when stopped for a...
Riders are often held up in corners by drivers, yet on a racetrack a car can corner at a much higher speed than a race bike. Why is it so? First, let’s look at the physics. We also investigated how a car can brake faster than a motorcycle because it has...
There are many and varied theories on how to break in a new motorcycle from a softly, softly approach to...
(Contributed post) If you’re preparing for a long-distance move, something that you’ll want to consider is how you’re going to...
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.)...
Just because your bike won’t start doesn’t mean the battery is flat and trying to jump, bump or push-start the...
Nothing gets the mud, bugs and road grime off a bike quicker and easier than a high-pressure washer. Karcher has...
I was bowled over recently when a company boss actually replied to criticism in one of my reviews saying they would address the problems I mentioned. That just doesn’t happen in the world of motorcycle journalism. Unless “motojournos” sycophantically praise products, they seem to cop abuse and/or threats – especially from...
A motorbike is a fantastic form of transportation, but there may be times where you are unable to ride the...
A combination of stiffly sprung modern motorcycles and old war wounds have many mature-aged riders searching for motorcycles with the...
Your motorcycle chain is a vital ingredient in making your bike smooth, quiet and efficient, so to prolong its life, it’s important to perform regular checks and maintenance. French motorcycle lubricant company Motul, distributed in Australia by Link International, sent us a check list and technical details for lubricating your chain. We’ve...
Have you experienced any nasty surprises after shoddy mechanics have repaired or serviced your motorcycle? A riding colleague recently complained...
(Contributed post on preventing motorcycle theft) It’s not groundbreaking news to say that motorcycles get stolen from time to time,...
Police have been incorrectly fining riders for wide handlebars, unaware the Australian Design Rules increased the maximum width in December 2015 from 900mm to 1100mm. Caboolture rider Dean Brown has had his fine waived by the Deception Bay police, but Motorcycle Riders Association of Queensland president Chris Mearns knows of...
Proper wheel maintenance is essential for adventure bikes. These motorcycles are built using tough and rigid components. The wire wheels...
While modern motorcycles are much more reliable than they used to be, you can still be inconvenienced by a breakdown....
Your motorcycle chain is a vital ingredient in making your bike smooth, quiet and efficient, so to prolong its life, it’s important to perform regular checks and maintenance. French motorcycle lubricant company Motul, distributed in Australia by Link International, sent us a check list and technical details for lubricating your chain. We’ve...
Pump up your tyres and ride cautiously. That’s the advice to riders of the new water-cooled BMW R 1200 GS....
(Guest post on bike security for our North American readers) Motorbikes are excellent travel options for those who cherish adventurous...
(Contributed post) Whether it is for personal use or business, owning a motorcycle is an added advantage to mobility. With it, you would spend less time moving from point A to B. But here is the catch. Are you able to rectify hitches in a motorbike should it break down?...
It sounds like a bargain to import a motorcycle from overseas where they may be cheaper, but there are also...
Motorcycle manufacturers are extending service intervals in a bid to woo customers looking for cheaper maintenance, but should you change...
One of the most commonly asked rider questions is “what tyre pressures should I run for [insert bike and tyre make here]?”. British blogger Dan, who writes the popular Bike Track Days Hub, is here to answer that question: Having the right pressure for your rider, bike and tyre combination...
If you fit any aftermarket accessories to your bike, you run the risk of making it illegal. That’s if you...
The new Mel Gibson movie, Blood Father, is the latest to feature a motorcycle chase and while Hollywood movies usually...
While they might have half as many wheels, motorbikes still share a lot of qualities with automobiles in terms of care. The most important is regular maintenance in order to maximise the life of the vehicle and minimise the amount of trouble it causes you. While our handy care tips will...
A new free app called EzySt not only shows you where the cheapest fuel is near you, but also offers...
Sponsored post If you need personal transport but are conscious of the costs, a motorcycle generally offers more bang for...
Riders love to photograph their travels and their motorcycle and share them on social media, but so many of the photos really don’t do justice to the location or bike. So we asked long-time rider and photographer Phil Wood for his tips. Your motorbike Make sure you give your bike...
Any machinery that uses hydraulics must have an oil filter to sieve and get rid of contaminants (dirt mostly) that...
Have you ever seen, heard and smelt a rider revving their motorcycle engine or idling their bike for minutes before getting...
More riders must be taking measures to secure their bikes as motorcycle theft is on a downward trend, according to the latest edition figures form the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council. Short-term motorcycle theft – usually joy rides – was up 249 in the March quarter to 1123, but...
Why are some fuel gauges and fuel-range indicators sometimes so inaccurate they leave riders stranded with an empty tank far...
(Sponsored post) Whether you’re a casual collector or a real motorcycle aficionado, you probably turn your head whenever you catch...
The best beginner motorbike is whatever turns you on and keeps you riding. The actual model and make can vary substantially among riders. Buy the bike that kickstarts your heart. The bike that you look good riding on. The bike that will get you some attention from your colleagues and...
There is a third alternative for people who don’t want to get their bike serviced by a dealer or do...
Motorcycle tyres are only as good as the pressure in them and that means regularly checking them or filling with...
You could win a Bico Bikeklipz motorcycle keyring for your motorcycle in our weekly trivia quiz, but you better be quick. Since we’ve been offering prizes in our weekly quiz, the pundits have got in early and scored perfect 10/10 results. Go to the motorbike trivia quiz at the end of this article...
Contributed post for our North American readers A motorcycle is an intricate machine composed of many parts. These should all...