Have you ever sat at traffic lights waiting for them to turn green, but they don’t? That’s because some sets of traffic...
While most riders love seeing amazing wildlife on their ride, almost every rider has a story about creating or almost...
Are you overfilling your motorcycle tank, wasting money and putting your life in danger? Watch this video and check out these safety and money-saving tips. This video provides a graphic explanation for why you should never fill your bike while you are sitting on it. In this case, the rider...
BMW Motorrad off-road training courses are back this year with more courses in more states and locations. I’ve done the...
Once moving, a heavy motorcycle doesn’t feel so big, but at slow speeds and in tight spots, it can be...
Have you ever seen, heard and smelt a rider revving their motorcycle engine or idling their bike for minutes before getting on and riding away? It’s obnoxious at a cafe when you’re trying to sip your latte amid their fumes, but it’s also fairly pointless and a waste of fuel. It...
Strict speed limit control through speed cameras and police radar has turned riders into speedo gazers, says motorcycle tour founder...
Riders are already happy, even when commuting, according to VicRoads research, but now the august organisation wants riders to be...
Lane filtering laws that are gradually filtering into more and more jurisdictions have created a precedent in our road rules that I believe should be exploited further. These rules now recognise that motorcycles are different from other vehicles because they are narrower. The road rules should also recognise other unique...
Motorcycle tyres are only as good as the pressure in them and that means regularly checking them or filling with...
Have you ever thought about doing a track day but were a little bit concerned about not being good enough...
In our first in a series on beginner track days, British blogger Dan who writes the popular Bike Track Days Hub, gave us his advice on whether riders should take the track-day plunge. If you were convinced, he now offers advice on how to prepare your bike for your first track...
It seems such a shame, but in some climates, riders have to hibernate their motorcycles for the long, cold winter....
BMW has come up with a unique way to avoid helmet hair – style your hair like one of their...
Motorcycle riders often talk about the apex of a corner, but there are actually several apexes in a corner you can choose. So which one should you aim for? The apex is the point at which you are closest to the inside of a corner. However, it is a common...
If you’re buying, selling, insuring, financing or claiming your bike on tax, it’s vital that you have an accurate present...
Even cheap motorcycles can have exorbitant insurance costs – but why? When it comes to motorcycle insurance, we believe that...
A highly competitive market is keeping new motorcycle prices low which is great news if you are buying, but bad news if you are trying to sell your motorcycle. Getting a decent price for your much-loved bike can be difficult but there are a number of things you can do to maximise resale value...
We looked at preparations necessary to sell your motorcycle in the first article in a two-part series and now we look at...
Many motorcycle riders love their helmet headsets, GPS, smartphone (or smartwatch!) and helmet camera, but find they are often plagued...
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...
Lane filtering is safer than not filtering, benefits all motorists and is legal in many places, yet many ignorant and/or...
Potholes are dangerous, but bumps or a seam of humps in the middle of a lane caused by heavy vehicles...
Riders should keep their feet on the footpegs whenever their bike is moving to retain control, balance and to use the rear brake for slow manoeuvres. Until recently, riders were banned from taking their feet off the footpegs in a badly written piece of legislation designed to stop people from hooning...
When you buy a new motorcycle, it’s always in the back of your mind how much value it will retain...
The answer to what is the best lane position for motorcycle riders is not simple. Most instructors tell novice motorcyclists to...
Riding motorcycles is never a pain, but it can cause pain, especially cramps in the legs and arms and aches in the wrists, back, neck and knees which could be a safety risk. These aches, pains and cramps are particularly common on long-distance rides, in weather extremes and among older...
Where you should place your feet on the footpegs has long been a subject of debate among riders. If you...
What are your legal rights when your motorcycle is recalled for a safety issue? Motorcycle recalls happen frequently as faults...
Can wearing a hi-vis vest actually lead riders to being prosecuted for impersonating police? Some hi-vis motorcycle vests could have you mistaken as a police officer. It is no surprise then that motorbike riders are concerned that the mandatory wearing of hi-vis clothing may expose them to potential criminal liability for police impersonation. In...
Riding and fishing should go hand in hand as many riders are also anglers and many anglers also like to...
Check out the hilarious video about being a pillion or “riding bitch”. Then read our serious tips on the joys of...
While most riders change the mufflers on their new motorcycle first, the most important modification to any motorcycle is the suspension, according to suspension expert Sam Simmons of Oliver’s Motorcycles. Sam is from the UK where he spent eight years as a professional motocross racer and worked in the factory...
Riders are a tough and determined bunch, but we’re also a little bit stupid at times. Put your hand up...
When it comes to motorcycles and wet weather, Murphy’s Law prevails. For those who don’t know, according to Google, Murphy’s...
If you are riding through mountainous areas, you and your bike could suffer from altitude sickness. It’s an illness caused by high altitude with symptoms including hyperventilation, nausea, headaches, nose bleeds and exhaustion resulting from a shortage of oxygen. Meanwhile, your bike can also suffer power losses. Carburettored bikes suffer...
If you haven’t seen Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman riding across the world on their big adventure bikes and wanted...
Many motorcycle riders are unaware of the extent of dangerous blind spots around a truck or other large vehicle but new legislation hopes...
There seems to be more confusion, rather than less, in the wake of Victoria following Queensland with wider helmet compliance laws. Three respected helmet experts claimed that the DOT-approved helmet in the photo below which was featured in our story announcing the new laws last week, is not allowed under...
Many rider trainers have claimed that standing up on a motorcycle lowers the centre of gravity and makes the bike...