A helmet is by far the most important item of protective riding gear for a motorcyclist. Surprisingly, however, the tests...
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Although the 1978 Z1 successor didn’t live up to Kawasaki’s expectations in showrooms, the Z1-R is an iconic motorcycle and...
It’s been 4 years since the Kawasaki Z900RS went on sale. In the lead-up to its release, Kawasaki adopted a...
Unless you’re living in one of those rule-free American states where they let tipsy 13-year-olds ride drag bikes on public...
True addicts of the two-wheeled persuasion don’t let their rides sit idle an entire season simply because it’s cold. All...
Kaichiroh Kurosu, the founder of the Japanese workshop Cherry’s Company, is one of the world’s top custom motorcycle builders. He’s...
I love motorcycle trips. My friends and I all lead busy lives, so when someone suggests a weekend getaway and...
Studies have shown that hardiness is the reason why certain people thrive in the face of adversity. When presented with...
Most riding gear has one primary objective; to protect your body in the event of an accident. While that is...
Back in 2006 one of the first motorcycles that really got me excited about the custom scene was a Yamaha...
The 2022 Art of Speed Festival has just wrapped up in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This year marked the 10th anniversary...
After a decade and a bit spent in communication with custom motorcycle builders from all over the world—and especially in...
Yamaha’s ‘Race Developed’ series of motorcycles from the early seventies left a lasting impression on the motorcycling world. The 1973...
Introducing the Navajo WP touring motorcycle boots, designed using equal parts form and function by Italian motorcyclist footwear experts Stylmartin....
One of the hardest parts of a custom bike build is deciding when it’s done. This same problem applies to...
Every successful business experiences change – whether it’s planned or not. As a business finds its place in a market...
The Yamaha XS650 could easily be labelled as the greatest British motorcycle ever built outside of Britain. Powered by a...
A few months ago I wrote an article about the MotoMAX Royal Enfield 650 Scrambler. It was created to fill...
A second attempt at anything in life usually results in a better outcome than the first. Whether it’s sitting for...
Before we take a closer look at the new Merlin Outlaw Explorer Smock we first need to understand what a...
“We’ve spent years researching and improving every single feature on the Alpha Jacket. Put simply, the new Alpha 3.0 is...
Drag racing is the ultimate test of acceleration. The sport commonly takes place on a straight 1/4 stretch of asphalt...
If you’re looking to modify a Harley Davidson Sportster there’s no shortage of aftermarket parts suppliers. You can purchase bolt-on...
Pre-distressed clothing is nothing new. Jeans baring torn knees and patches of worn denim have been readily available from retailers...
I bet the last thing Edgar Heinrich and the BMW Motorrad Design team ever expected to see was their behemoth...
My first foray into the world of custom motorcycles was with a 1978 Honda CX500. Along with all the prerequisite...
If you frequent these pages you’ll be familiar with the work of Kyohey Sugimoto of Berrybads Motorcycles. The Japanese builder...
In the world of electric vehicles, motorcycle manufacturers are lagging behind. It’s no fault of their own though. Despite big...
The 2022 edition of Revival Cycles Handbuilt Motorcycle Show is happening this week from April 8 to April 10. This...
Have you ever wanted something that doesn’t exist? Have you wanted it so badly that rather than wait for someone...
Royal Enfield dealers from Australia and New Zealand have just gone head to head for the latest iteration of the...
Nicola Martini, the man behind Italy’s Special Mr Martini motorcycle workshop, restaurant and retail store, isn’t the shy type. For...
I reviewed Arai’s Regent-X helmet last year. It is their entry-level helmet, yet it is still pretty expensive at $559.99...
After a forced 2-year hiatus the Revival Cycles Handbuilt Motorcycle Show in Austin, Texas is back! First launched in 2014...
After the success of his first custom bike series, Fran Manen of Lord Drake Kustoms knew he was on to...
All images courtesy of Black Pup Moto & Machines That Dream. Next time you’re at a formal function, try this...
It’s not often you hear of people fulfilling their childhood “When I grow up I want to be …” career...
There’s virtually no limit to the extent that you can modify a motorcycle. This, of course, includes its performance and...
When I first met Ram Ram Januar at his home in Bandung, Indonesia he told me that he started his...
2022 marks the 50th anniversary of Kawasaki’s Z series of motorcycles. The motorcycle that started it all, the 1972 Kawasaki...
Whether you like to call them modern classics, sport heritage, Neo Sports, retro sport or modern-retro motorcycles, the market for...
Being unconventional takes guts. It means having the confidence to buck trends, do the unexpected and disregard what neigh sayers...
It’ll surprise you less than finding out Donald Trump is bald to learn that Australia is an absolutely awesome place...
Building 2 identical motorcycles probably wouldn’t sound all that appealing to most builders. But for Antoine Meister who runs the...
In February 2021, I got a message request on Instagram. Anyone on the popular photo-sharing platform will know that’s not...
UK manufacturer Clews Competition Machines (CCM Motorcycles) has been producing motorcycles since 1971. Company founder, the late Alan Clews, launched...
Motorcycles are involved in rear-end collisions more often than you’d like to think. Infact in the USA, as many as...
Nicola Martini, aka Mr Martini, has always marched to the beat of his own drum. From the bright red top...
Getting up at 5:30 in the morning for work is difficult sometimes, but on Sunday, December 19th, I had no...
In 1971 motorcycle engineer Lino Tonti designed a frame that defined the future of Moto Guzzi motorcycles. Known affectionately as...
If we take a look back at the emergence of the 1950s cafe racer movement it was the British motorcycle...
A good set of motorcycle luggage will literally go a long way. Whether you’re looking for a storage solution for...
The Honda CB750 Four is, without a doubt, an iconic motorcycle. It’s been labelled as one of the greatest motorcycles...
It’s been some time since we heard from Sacha Lakic and his team at Blacktrack Motors. After the completion of...
At the beginning of 2020, Norton Motorcycles under the leadership of Stuart Garner dropped a bombshell when they announced they...
The 1/8th mile sprint races at Glemseck 101 are a melting pot of all manner of custom motorcycles. Year after...
In the past, despite retro bikes and cafe racers existing, gear manufacturers have pushed ever onward to newer materials and...
They say that imitation is the greatest form of flattery. By now, with all the copycat builds it has inspired,...
Some motorcycles lend themselves very well to customisation, but I wouldn’t consider the Honda Goldwing to be one of them....
Just when we thought 2020 couldn’t get any worse one of our favourite motorcycle events on the planet got cancelled....
It’s been 2 years since Bimota released sketches of their Kawasaki powered retro sports bike concept. At this year’s EICMA...
Nothing says bad-ass like a leather motorcycle jacket. But aside from its appearance, there are several other benefits that leather...
Despite its modest performance and rudimentary design, the Honda Super Cub has remained in production since 1958. This is because...
There was a time when the Gilera brand was as hallowed in motorcycle racing as Honda and Ducati. After World...
There’s no doubt about it – making a good first impression takes hard work. When you get it right though,...
Triumph Motorcycles have been adding a myriad of updates and special editions to their 2022 Modern Classic lineup. We’ve seen...
There are few skills in custom motorcycle building as important as an eye for detail. This is because observers can...
When it comes to motorcycle accessories there are literally hundreds of things you can bolt onto a bike, from dress-up...
These are the Gordon Boots from Italian motorcycle footwear specialists Falco. Falco produces everything from full race spec footwear to...
Some people find it a real struggle to sit still. Take Stu Lloyd for example. It hasn’t even been 4...
Mark Bliss is a man of many talents, but it’s his work with motorcycles he’s most proud of. Both of...
If I was to be brutally honest finding a motorcycle helmet that ticks all the boxes for me has been...
‘Having the right tools for the job,’ is a fairly tired saying—but the basic idea behind it applies to a...
Story contributed by builder – Larry Maas This bike started its life around 1970 at Kosman Specialties, where I worked...
Nostalgia is a powerful thing. For seasoned motorcyclists, nostalgia can quickly become an obsession. A chance sighting of a beloved...
Clutch Moto is a 100% Australian made purpose-built riding gear brand based out of Sydney. It was established by 3...
Never shall I ride cold again! In a recent article, I reviewed a set of Oxford premium heated grips. Since...
Even in the motorcycle world, trends, like all things in life, come and go. The cafe racer scene has seen...
How many of us started riding because it looked cool to be on a motorcycle? You dreamed of being like...
“I have a habit of going cheap at the start of a project and then blowing it out of proportion.”...
Story contributed by Fiorello Galluzzo I’m a regular humble guy and generally good with my hands. By day I’m a...
It’s spring, 1957 in an alternate-reality London, and the car park of the Ace Cafe is alive with leather-clad rockers....
Someone once said, “It’s more fun to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow“. Not everyone is...
Let’s be honest. There aren’t many things you can do in public that are as pleasurable as riding a motorcycle....
While the average person may think Italy’s best export is its cuisine, lovers of automobiles will argue otherwise. That’s because...
UK helmet manufacturer Ruroc has released the third edition of their Atlas motorcycle helmet. The aptly named Ruroc Atlas 3.0...
A spontaneous retro helmet party ignited and all the manufacturers were invited. Bell, like someone who arrives two hours early,...
If you’re anything like me, you’ll regularly find yourself daydreaming about moto-related projects. That track-day bike you’ll make out of...
Triumph Motorcycles range of Modern Classics is arguably the best mix of modern technology and classic style money can (currently)...
EngineHawk is the newest company on the motorcycle gear market, launching in Q2 of 2021, with a mission statement of...
Spanish workshop Tamarit Motorcycles have over 100 custom Triumph Modern Classics under their belts. Along with building custom bikes for...
Back in 2005, when I first became interested in the Japanese custom motorcycle scene, finding insights into their world took...
Kristy Nadine is a busy lady. When she’s not hunched over a customer tattooing their skin you’ll find her sketching...
In today’s high-tech world, a basic cell phone is almost non-existent, often being a legacy option offered for those that...
At 54 years young Swedish born Norwegian Tomas Wrede has an enviable list of bike builds under his belt. He...
Denim Jeans with a Protective Punch Riding pants are often overlooked when taking the bike out for a quick ride...
Fake news is a term that’s taken on new meaning in the last few years. But you’d be mistaken to...
Photo by Brandon LaJoie ‘Cafe Racers of Instagram’. The name alone strikes fear and awe into the hearts of anyone...
As someone who has a history of heart disease in their family, I know all too well how devastating it...
Stu Lloyd grew up in the UK during the late ’70s and early ’80s. As a young boy, his leisure...
