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    THE POPE’S RIDE

    This is the Pope’s ride, a BMW R 18 Transcontinental blessed by Pope Leo XIV before being auctioned for charity. The Pope’s ride is a specially modified BMW R 18 Transcontinental has been presented to the [...]
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    Bike

    2026 KAWASAKI KLX300 UNVEILED

    2026 Kawasaki KLX300 Dual-Sport priced from $7849 +ORC. The 2026 Kawasaki KLX300 will land later this year. It is a lightweight dual-sport designed to balance daily usability with genuine trail-riding ability. Priced at $7849 plus on-road [...]
  • Nigel Keough (H-D) & Major David Collinson (Salvos)
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    HARLEY RIDERS RAISE $150K FOR UNITED WE RIDE

    Thousands of Harley-Davidson riders across Australia and New Zealand have joined forces for the inaugural United We Ride event, raising $150,000 for The Salvation Army. Harley-Davidson’s first United We Ride – National Harley Day saw [...]
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    Gear

    TESTED | BEELINE MOTO II

    The compact and easy to use Beeline Moto II makes navigation a cinch. Compact, minimalist and purpose-built for riders, the Beeline Moto II is a sleek navigation device that packs impressive functionality into a unit [...]
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    NEW YOSHIMURA AUSTRALIAN DISTRIBUTOR

    A1 Accessory Imports appointed new Yoshimura Australian distributor. A1 Accessory Imports has been appointed the new Yoshimura Australian distributor and exclusive wholesaler for the brand. The partnership means A1 will handle supply and support for Yoshimura’s [...]
  • Vision CE opener
    Bike

    BMW VISION CE – NO HELMET REQUIRED

    BMW Motorrad Vision CE Revealed at IAA Mobility 2025. BMW Motorrad has pulled the covers off its latest concept at the IAA Mobility motorshow, the Vision CE – a radical look at the future of [...]

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the Pope’s ride
News

THE POPE’S RIDE

This is the Pope’s ride, a BMW R 18 Transcontinental blessed by Pope Leo XIV before being auctioned for charity. The Pope’s ride is a specially modified BMW R 18 Transcontinental has been presented to the […]

Screenshot 2025-09-11 at 9.43.07 am
Bike

2026 KAWASAKI KLX300 UNVEILED

2026 Kawasaki KLX300 Dual-Sport priced from $7849 +ORC. The 2026 Kawasaki KLX300 will land later this year. It is a lightweight dual-sport designed to balance daily usability with genuine trail-riding ability. Priced at $7849 plus on-road […]

Screenshot 2025-09-03 at 10.30.55 am
Gear

TESTED | BEELINE MOTO II

The compact and easy to use Beeline Moto II makes navigation a cinch. Compact, minimalist and purpose-built for riders, the Beeline Moto II is a sleek navigation device that packs impressive functionality into a unit […]

Yoshimura_5
Gear

NEW YOSHIMURA AUSTRALIAN DISTRIBUTOR

A1 Accessory Imports appointed new Yoshimura Australian distributor. A1 Accessory Imports has been appointed the new Yoshimura Australian distributor and exclusive wholesaler for the brand. The partnership means A1 will handle supply and support for Yoshimura’s […]

Rea to retire
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REA TO RETIRE FROM WORLDSBK

Jonathan Rea to retire from WorldSBK at the end of the 2025 season. Six-time FIM Superbike World Champion Jonathan Rea (Pata Maxus Yamaha) has announced he will retire from full-time racing at the conclusion of […]

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TESTED: ROYAL ENFIELD BEAR 650

How does the Royal Enfield Bear 650 handle Aussie potholes and corrugations? Let’s find out… PHOTOS TOM FOSSATI & MATTHEW HAYMAN  Before ARR Editor Deano splurged out on his own Royal Enfield Bear 650 he […]

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Gear

NEW GEAR FOR YOU AND YOUR BIKE

Check out this selection of grouse new gear for you and your bike…   BEELINE MOTO II In the fast-evolving world of motorcycle navigation technology, Beeline Moto II stands out as a beautifully simple motorcycle […]

Triumph Originals
News

BRAZIL CROWNED TRIUMPH ORIGINALS WINNER

Brazil has taken out the Triumph Originals 2025 custom competition, with São Paulo-based builder Shibuya claiming top honours for its striking Speed Twin 1200 café racer, Gaijin. The Triumph Originals contest brought together eight international teams, each […]

Ducati Superbike Experience
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DUCATI SUPERBIKE EXPERIENCE

Ride Ducati’s Latest Superbikes on Track with the Ducati Superbike Experience Australian riders will soon have the chance to experience Ducati’s latest Panigale V4 S and Streetfighter V4 S in their natural environment – on […]

Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup
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2026 HARLEY-DAVIDSON BAGGER WORLD CUP

Harley-Davidson and MotoGP have officially announced the world’s first global bagger racing championship, unveiling the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup and its full 2026 calendar at Austria’s Red Bull Ring. The six-round Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup […]

2020 Suzuki GSX-R1000R
Bike

2026 SUZUKI GSX-R1000R UNVEILED

2026 Suzuki GSX-R1000R unveiled, celebrating the GSX-R family’s 40th anniversary with major updates to its engine, chassis, electronics and styling. Euro 5+ emissions regulations have forced an update to the 2026 Suzuki GSX-R1000R which is good news for those […]

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Bike

RETURN OF THE TRIUMPH THRUXTON

The Triumph Thruxton is making a comeback… but in 400cc guise. The Triumph Thruxton nameplate is making a comeback, but not in the form of the 1200cc beast that was discontinued in 2024, but rather […]

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News

GIFT CARDS TO BE HONOURED

Motorcycle Holdings will honour Peter Stevens, Harley-Heaven & Savage Motorcycles gift cards. Motorcycle Holdings Limited has confirmed it will honour all eligible gift cards and vouchers from Peter Stevens Motorcycles, Harley-Heaven, and Savage Motorcycles – […]

Screenshot 2025-08-05 at 7.54.05 am
News

HARLEY-DAVIDSON APPOINTS PRESIDENT & CEO

Harley-Davidson appoints President & CEO Artie Starrs. Harley-Davidson appoints President & CEO – Artie Starrs previously CEO of Topgolf and senior manager at Yum! Brands’ subsidiary, Pizza Hut – replacing Jochen Zeitz. PRESS RELEASE: MILWAUKEE, Wis., Aug. 4, […]

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MOTORCYCLE HOLDINGS COMPLETES ACQUISITIONS

MotorCycle Holdings expands with confirmation of major Peter Stevens and Harley-Heaven acquisitions. MotorCycle Holdings Ltd (MCH), one of Australia’s largest motorcycle dealership groups, has confirmed the strategic acquisition of key assets from the Peter Stevens and […]


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  • Kangaroo Valley Streetscape
    From the Illawarra to the Southern Highlands into the Shoalhaven and back again, this South Coast loop ride up and down the Illawarra Escarpment offers fabulous roads, spectacular views, tasty treats and much more… This [...]
  • A curve and waterfall on the way to Dorrigo.
    If Bellingen isn’t the prettiest and most welcoming town on the NSW North Coast, I’m not sure what is. These days it seems the coastal towns from Port Macquarie to Coffs Harbour are all too [...]
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    The editor gets to ride some of the highest roads in the world… Words & photos: NIGEL PATERSON I saw the big Tata truck about the same moment I saw Dean swerving to avoid the [...]

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