I've got a bone to pick with the motorcycle industry: I don't buy into the "more horsepower is better" mentality that many riders subscribe to. I also don't buy into more HP = more fun (why we ride motorcycles in the fist place) and believe that more horsepower can actually have a negative effect when... Continue Reading →
The 5 best Bang-For-Your-Buck Motorcycle Mods
For anyone who needs another excuse to spend money on motorcycle customization, we've rounded up a list of 5 aftermarket modifications that deliver the best value-to-dollar-spent ratio. Read on and get ready to open your wallet. #1 Tires: When most people think of getting better performance out of their motorcycle, they look at making more power or... Continue Reading →
2016 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Review
"The Beast" in one of 2 standard liveries (Special Edition livery also available for 2016)The KTM 1290 Super Duke R has been the subject of much media attention since its launch in 2014, winning "Motorcycle of the Year" from multiple publications and earning praise across the globe. Does it deserve the hype? We spent an afternoon... Continue Reading →
FAST Riding School at Shannonville Motorsports Park: Review
Whether you want to be faster or safer as a motorcyclist, taking a sport riding course on a closed circuit can be a valuable lesson that will accelerate your learning and allow you get more enjoyment out of your street or track riding. FAST Riding School is a training program at Shannonville Motorsports Park aimed... Continue Reading →
Motorcycle Safety: Fault vs Responsibility
How often have you heard a motorcyclist talk about an accident that "wasn't their fault"? Whether they collided with another vehicle or were involved in a single vehicle accident, it's a phrase we hear all too often. Motorcyclists need to think in terms of responsibility more so than fault because in the end, it's usually the motorcyclist who pays... Continue Reading →