At least one NSW rider has avoided paying a hefty fine for wearing a helmet camera simply because he decided...
Should learner drivers be banned for narrow, twisting and dangerous motorcycle roads for the benefit and safety of the learner...
I’ve read several articles that advise what motorcycle suits women best, but they all reach different conclusions. Really, the best bike for a woman is … every bike! Women come in different shapes and sizes with different interests in racing, adventuring, off-roading, commuting, cruising, etc. So why should women be...
Toothpaste not only brightens your smile, but can also make your vision a little clearer if you use it on...
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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...
Police who issued handlebar defect notices to riders involved in the recent Hells Angels Good as Gold charity ride may...
There are more cars with loud and faulty exhausts than motorcycles, yet the media has demonised riders in reports on...
(Contributed post) Some simple maintenance, which can be easily incorporated into the routine of a motorcycle owner, will help – a lot – to prevent damage and to maintain the paint of your two-wheeled vehicle. It is important to keep the paint clean to avoid damage when resold – even...
Australian-based motorcycle world travel company World On Wheels are expanding their borders to introduce another couple of new destinations in 2017. They are also...
While Australia is still considering stronger consumer laws covering seriously defective vehicles, riders should do their best to avoid buying...
It seems a strange thing that you could fall asleep on a loud and exciting motorcycle, but it can and does happen; just not as often as in a car. In a car, you are seated in a comfortable and supported position, the temperature is controlled and noises are muted....
Speeding fines based on Lidar or radar readings are difficult to defend, but not impossible, says NSW traffic and criminal law...
If you’re out looking at buying a second-hand motorcycle this weekend, no doubt you will check the odometer reading to...
In the wake of a damning report that says one in five wooden bridges in Australia is in need of repair, we have compiled five tips on how riders should tackle these bridges safely. Dangers for riders consist of rotting planks, exposed nails and spikes, and longitudinal planks that can...
Riders intercepted by police have been advised to record the conversation, no matter where they are. But it is crucial...
What’s the worst thing that could happen if you pop a wheelie? You could lose the front wheel like this unfortunate guy,...
I’d rather be riding my motorcycle than washing it, but after a long weekend of riding, it can be fun bringing it back to showroom quality and a great way to while away a couple of hours in the company of your best friend – your bike. We have updated...
Contributed article If you are single with no direct dependents such as children or other close relatives, then it won’t...
Riding a motorcycle actually burns calories, but there is much more you can do to be a fitter and better...
Governments are continuing to push ethanol fuel on the market, despite the fact that it can damage some motorcycle engines. In Australia, Queensland and NSW force service stations to supply a certain percentage of E10 (10% ethanol blend) fuel. In the US, there are moves to push that blend from...
(Sponsored post) There are a lot of people in this world who love riding a bike, but to enjoy the...
(Contributed post) Motorcycle accidents have been one of the major problems on the road in California. Motorcyclists don’t have a...
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...
The best riding tip I ever got for cornering came from watching Steve McQueen playing in the sand with his...
A rider punches and kicks an SUV that cut into his lane on a Canadian highway in this latest video...
The adventure motorcycle market is booming and many of these riders are new to riding on the dirt, so we have secured these expert riding tips from UK racer Grant Draper. Grant started riding off-road at 17 years and has raced motocross and enduro. He says the main difference between the...
Injured rider Leigh Wilkins doesn’t remember, but apparently he helped his fellow riders at the scene of his own accident...
This video is proof that a competent and committed rider can make a cruiser turn sharp corners, even with a...
Most riders believe they will void their warranty if they do their own servicing or if they take their bike to a mechanic, rather than their dealer. However, the Australian Competition and Consumer Act 2010 prevents automotive dealers tying you into servicing or voiding your warranty if you service it...
Australian and European helmet standards allow tinted visors that filter only half the available light, yet car windows can be...
We looked at preparations necessary to sell your motorcycle in the first article in a two-part series and now we look at...
A rider who hit the back of a car that cut in front of him without looking has posted the crash video to call for motorists to look for bikes before changing lanes. We’ve probably all experienced drivers moving across on us on multi-lane roads without indicating or checking for motorcycles. This...
Bluetooth helmet systems now allow riders on any type of motorcycle to listen to music while they ride, but are...
Travelling solo can be scary especially if it is overseas for the first time. To begin with, there are a...
Apart from scanning the road for hazards such as potholes and gravel, riders need to be on the lookout for potential hazards in the traffic. Motorbike Writer reader Moe Adamson approached us with a number of suggestions for traffic situations that could be particularly hazardous to riders. We have increased...
Smartphone technology is helping riders stay alive with a host of emergency apps beat we should consider downloading. While emergency...
Potential riders can now sign a contract with concerned friends and family that confirms they will ride safely, seek training,...
A brake light that sticks to the back of a helmet and alerts tailgating drivers the rider is slowing down may be illegal in some states. The Brake Free light is currently being crowd funded and Aussie rider Raphael Chan has signed on to receive and test the unit. It...
A new motorcycle is a blank canvas that you can personalise and modify without making it illegal to ride, says...