Tall riders have almost as much trouble finding a bike to suit their build as short riders and it’s not...
(Contributed post) Whether it is for personal use or business, owning a motorcycle is an added advantage to mobility. With...
If you are precious about your motorcycle tyre pressures, you should carry an accurate portable pressure gauge as many service station air hoses are damaged or inaccurate. That’s because they are often abused by motorists. Modern flexible air hoses with the digital pressure display on a separate fixed post are...
Contributed post for our North American readers A motorcycle is an intricate machine composed of many parts. These should all...
(Contributed post) Experienced riders and newcomers alike often feel like their ride could use a more personal kind of upgrade....
If you want to maintain your motorcycle in good condition in between services, you need the right tools for the job. So we asked Tools Critic expert “Mark T” for his advice. He knows about all sorts of tools for everything from woodworking to gardening to working on your pride...
What is the best transmission for a motorcycle: chain, belt or shaft drive? Some say motorcycle riders only wear black t-shirts...
Many riders and custom bike builders “bob” the tail of their motorcycle for a tidier appearance, but are they legal?...
Do you know what the codes on the sides of your tyres mean, what sort of tyres you are riding on and how they are made? Motorcycle industry veteran Dale Schmidtchen takes a look at the construction of your motorcycle tyres in part two of a two-part insight into tyres....
If you’re out looking at buying a second-hand motorcycle this weekend, no doubt you will check the odometer reading to...
Sponsored post If you are thinking of going on a long-distance drive on a motorcycle, there’s a lot of things...
Sponsored post Whether it’s for financial reasons or because you’ve become attached to your two-wheel friend, you may be wondering about the best ways to extend its lifespan. How to do you keep it safe and legally running year after year? Here are 6 of our top tips to do...
Sponsored post If you want to ride your motorcycle faster and a turn heads at the same time, you need...
Sponsored post The motorcycle experience is much more nuanced than driving a car. How your bike responds has a lot...
Sponsored post If you need personal transport but are conscious of the costs, a motorcycle generally offers more bang for your buck than a car. However, there are certain things to consider before getting on those two-wheels. First, let’s address the obvious savings you can make by buying a motorcycle...
Buying a new motorcycle for a newbie is an important step in life. Whether you have been waiting for this...
If you’re so short you or your partner can’t reach the pillion pegs, Alaskan riders Rich and Rosanne Gressett have...
Proper wheel maintenance is essential for adventure bikes. These motorcycles are built using tough and rigid components. The wire wheels or spoked wheels may look formidable especially when fitted with wider and beefier tyres, but the prior deserve proper maintenance to ensure smooth and trouble-free operation. Here are some helpful...
The second-most-common question I have been asked in the past couple of decades as a motoring journalist is what motorcycle...
Buying a used motorcycle can be exciting as you can choose between a wide variety of models, colours, and features...
When you ride, the only contact with the road is your tyres. This is why it is so important that you look after them and look out for signs of wear. You might be surprised to learn that the contact patch on your average car is just 147 square inches...
One of the barriers to more people enjoying our favourite recreation is the traditionally high motorcycle seat which deters many...
Speedometer condensation used to be a common thing on motorcycles and even in some cars, but today’s instruments are much...
International relocations are more common than ever and they require wholesale changes. However, embracing certain factors from your old life can make the transition far smoother. As a motorbike rider, taking your wheels abroad with you can be one of the best solutions. Migrating with a bike is a lot...
If motorcycle manufacturers want to arrest the global decrease in sales they can make their bikes more difficult to steal...
If you are leaving your motorcycle parked in a public park, look for CCTV cameras and park in the line...
Arbitrary maximum heights and widths for motorcycle handlebars have no basis in science or safety research, yet many jurisdictions enforce maximum measurements with no relationship to rider posture. In Australia the rules vary from state to state, but they are generally that the lowest part of the hand grip must...
While they might have half as many wheels, motorbikes still share a lot of qualities with automobiles in terms of...
We all want to keep the motorbike in top condition, and on the road. However, in the northern winter months...
Have you ever had new tyres fitted and then found that the rims have been scratched and the fitter claimed the scratches were already there? Annoying and avoidable! However, there are things you can do to ensure that your shiny rims are not damaged. 1 Find a good fitter Almost...
While modern motorcycles are much more reliable than they used to be, you can still be inconvenienced by a breakdown....
Does your motorcycle have warning stickers or decals on the fuel tank advising you to read the manual, never ride...
Importing a motorcycle for your own use will be a little easier from next year, although the exchange rate and last-minute changes to the rules could dampen your enthusiasm. Last year the Federal Government changed the personal importing rules. Riders will be able to import a new motorcycle or other...
Why are some fuel gauges and fuel-range indicators sometimes so inaccurate they leave riders stranded with an empty tank far...
Riders love to photograph their travels and their motorcycle and share them on social media, but so many of the...
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...
Most riders buy a motorbike out of passion, but some pragmatic, miserly riders want something cheap to maintain for commuting...
How many times have you had to defend motorcycling when a non-rider has attacked them as dangerous, noisy and smelly?...
Why spend hundreds of dollars detailing your bike when you can take on this labor of love yourself? Washing your own bike can be a rewarding experience and when it’s all said and done, at least you know the job has been done the right way. Spend a few bucks...
Modern motorcycles are getting hotter and hotter which is not only an issue for rider comfort but also for reliability...