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Suzuki Hayabusa
Bike

Suzuki Hayabusa, through the years

September 9, 2019 Brendan Alder Comments Off

There was a 20-knot cross wind, my elbows were mashed against my knees and therefore sticking out into the breeze, and I couldn’t get my head down behind the screen properly. Despite this, the speedo […]

Motorcycle Tyre
Gear

Understanding your motorcycle tyre

September 9, 2019 Brendan Alder Comments Off

They are round, black and stop your rims being scratched by the asphalt, right? And it’s a known fact that motorcycle tyre manufacturers are ripping off bike riders because car tyres easily last three, four or […]

Obi-wan on a Moto Guzzi
Cruiser Bikes

Moto Guzzi California Buyers Guide

September 6, 2019 Brendan Alder Comments Off

The Moto Guzzi California had the unfair criticism of representing a marketing exercise designed to simply cash in on some of the success enjoyed by a certain brand from Milwaukee in the USA. It has […]

Staying warm and comfortable while riding
Gear

Staying comfortable and warm while riding

September 5, 2019 Brendan Alder Comments Off

Winter is a great time to ride motorcycles in Australia. In many parts of the country it’s actually the dry season, so clear blue skies and empty roads, thanks to the lack of grey nomads […]

Australians riding a rental motorcycle in the USA
Tips & Tricks

Australians riding a rental motorcycle in the USA

September 3, 2019 Nigel Paterson Comments Off

For issue #153, Roderick Eime wrote an article about riding in the USA, and with the help of friend came up with these general tips for Australians looking to ride in the USA. Now this […]

Comfortable Sheepskin Seat
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Genuine Sheepskin Products by GoodWool

September 2, 2019 Brendan Alder Comments Off

On any ride being comfortable is key. You have 2 hands 2 feet but only one bum… make sure your one bum is a comfy one. At GoodWool they have been finding ways for riding to […]

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2026 KAWASAKI KLX300 UNVEILED

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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 [...]

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