Below is a press release from Psychs on Bikes, a group of mental health professionals who raise awareness in rural... Read More
Reporting potholes and other road damage to relevant authorities can pay off, says a long-time advocate for better road maintenance... Read More
Personal mobility vehicle manufacturers Segway have branched out into electric sport bikes and mopeds in recent years with the help of Chinese company Ninebot and are now planning a cheap hydrogen fuel cell sports bike. The Segway-Ninebot Apex H2 bike won’t be as fast as their 200km/h electric Apex, but... Read More
Harley-Davidson has recently filed patents that show a type of emergency braking system that could be integrated into future models. ... Read More
Aussies have a deep love affair with British bikes that stretches back almost 100 years and now they can express... Read More
Ducati Australia has issued two separate recall notices this week for their XDiavel, XDiavel S and Scrambler 1100 models for issues with side stands and electrics. In the first notice, issued through the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, X Diavel and XDiavel S models made from 2016 to 2018, the... Read More
Australian motorcycle and off-highway vehicle (OHV) sales have increase 51% in the first quarter over the same period last year.... Read More
Bluetooth motorcycle helmet intercom giant Sena has added two new headsets that eliminate the bulky external modules and are ideal... Read More
The Chinese-made CFMOTO 650NK is still one of the best bang-for-your-buck bikes in the learner market, but if you want improved handling, grip and tech, there is now an option. CFMOTO Australia has announced the addition of the 650NK SP Edition at $7790 at $1000 more than the standard model... Read More
Over the years, American motorcycle manufacturers have produced some of the most exciting and iconic models in the industry. Few... Read More
Us bikers are a funny lot when it comes to change. For a bunch of people who roar around on... Read More
It might seem early to be registering for the 10th annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, but the event has been moved forward from September to May from this year. Click here to register. The ninth annual event went virtual in 2020 because of the pandemic, resulting in the number of participants and... Read More
Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP motorcycle gear safety ratings service has added ratings on safety and comfort for eight jackets and eight... Read More
Yamaha Motor Australia has recalled its three-wheeler Niken as well as their FJR1300, MT09, MT10, XT1200 motorcycles from 2013-2020 over... Read More
When it comes to mandatory riding gear, most places require you to wear an approved helmet, but nothing else is required. It’s actually pretty weird when you think about it. A rider can go out on the bike sporting just about as much or as little protective gear they prefer.... Read More
Triumph Motorcycles has revealed a sketch of what their electric motorcycle will look like – and it looks very sporty... Read More
Australian importers have secured about 200 limited-edition Vespa scooters specially designed to celebrate the venerable Italian brand’s 75th anniversary. The... Read More
A rider representative group fears that a Victorian Road Toll Increase Inquiry (RTII) report will vilify riders with inaccurate representations of the danger of riding. This follows recent police media reports in most states that point out the increase in rider deaths this year but have so far failed to... Read More
After cancellations last year during the COVID pandemic, Australia’s innovative First Aid For Motorcyclists program is making a welcome comeback in... Read More
KTM and Husqvarna Australia have recalled their current model KTM SX and SX-F, Husqvarna TC, FC and FS, and GASGAS... Read More
KTM Australia has recalled the current model 1290 Super Duke R over a wiring harness issue that could cause electrical failures. The official notice issued through the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission says the failure could increase “the risk of an accident causing injury or death to the rider and... Read More
In an announcement released by Indian Motorcycles yesterday, the American motorcycle company was proud to share of the back-to-back victories... Read More
Victorian riders who travel 20,000km a year on their new electric motorcycle will have to pay a $500 annual tax.... Read More
British motorcycle helmet manufacturer Ruroc has updated its Atlas helmet to make it quieter and safer. The Atlas 3.0 helmet is launching on 26 March 2021 with a range of improvements over the Atlas 2.0 helmet which we reviewed here. Company spokesman Ben Conie says the changes are the result of listening to rider... Read More
UK bike lock manufacturer Litelok have developed their lightest and most flexible motorcycle lock yet called the Litelok Core Moto. ... Read More
Energica has been working with two other Italian brands on a new way for riders to interact with their motorcycles... Read More
Variety the Children’s Charity will start its 2021 motorcycle ride calendar with the Adventure Ride leaving from Goulburn NSW this Sunday (14 March 2021). Future events include the Postie Bike Dash in October 2021 and the 2022 Adventure Ride to be held again in March. For more details on Variety’s... Read More
Rates of motorcycle theft in Australia took a welcome 16.7% drop during the pandemic lockdown last year. Thefts dropped from... Read More
Ducati Australia has confirmed we will get some of the 800 limited-edition and numbered edition Desert Sled Fasthouse model. The motorcycle was... Read More
Australia’s country music capital, Tamworth, will host the inaugural National Thunder Motorcycle Rally in October 2021 based on the successful 2015 National HOG Rally, but open to all “breeds” of motorcycle. The rally was planned for last year, but was postponed because of the pandemic lockdown. Now, the rally is back on... Read More
British motorcycle helmet manufacturer Ruroc will next month branch out into rider gear under a new brand called Enginehawk. Company... Read More
We love hearing about how motorcycles are not only a great recreational pursuit and as commuters, but also for a... Read More
BMW’s return to the cruiser market with the R 18 looks like being a success story as the brand announces more models and Corbin adds an aftermarket fairing and seat. It is usually a mark of the success of a new model when aftermarket companies of the calibre of Corbin... Read More
The 44th Historic Winton race event for classic motorcycles and cars returns in May 2021 after being cancelled last year... Read More
The first Bonhams Motorcycles auction for 2021 will include two important collections, one of Italian sports bikes and the other... Read More
Australia is miles behind the UK when it comes to interest in electric motorcycles and scooters. A new survey shows half of UK bikers want to own an electric motorbike or have bought one, and 43.8% say sales of new petrol bikes should eventually be banned entirely. In Australia, there... Read More
Honda, Yamaha, KTM, and Piaggio have all signed a letter of intent to stage a swappable electric battery consortium for... Read More
Male riders will soon have a chance to learn more about their motorcycle and their own state of mind thanks... Read More
CFMOTO Australia has added a free dress-up kit for their learner-approved 300SR sportsbike and extended last year’s three-year warranty across all their bikes until the end of May 2021. All CFMoto bikes until the end of 2020 receive the extended warranty, up from the standard two-year factory unlimited km warranty.... Read More
There has officially been a recall announcement made by Ducati North America on two of the XDiavel trim levels because... Read More
The Great Ocean Road along Victoria’s spectacular southern coastline has been rated the world’s most recommended motorcycle route, according to... Read More
Harley-Davidson’s first adventure motorcycle, the Pan America 1250, is heading to Australia and New Zealand later this year. There are two models (pictured above) in the new family, but Australia and New Zealand will only get the up-spec Special model, arriving in Harley-Davidson dealerships in the third quarter of 2021. ... Read More
Yamaha has officially started the process of getting naming rights for their future electric scooter model. Rights have been filed... Read More
While most motorcycle rental companies target tourists with large-capacity touring or adventure bikes, one new company is targeting the emerging... Read More
Just eight months after the COVID pandemic claimed Australian bike travel company Compass Expeditions, they are restarting in 2022. Bikes Abroad owner Brent Thomas and business partner Ben Willcox have bailed out the 13-year-old company and plan to release 2022 worldwide tour dates later this year. When Compass Expeditions boss... Read More
The motorcycle industry is constantly evolving. However, the next five years may see some rapid changes. With electrification becoming a... Read More
Britain’s motorcycling history is long and illustrious. In the early days, the British industry was championed as being the best... Read More
Fake automotive parts have been found in Australia concealed in shipments of parallel and aftermarket vehicle parts, according to an investigation by Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) initiative Genuine is Best. The FCAI has been fighting against fake vehicle parts for several years through its “Genuine is Best” program.... Read More
“Can you make us a list for the website of the 10 Best Adventure helmets for 2021?” That was the... Read More
Yamaha Motor Australia has issued a recall for its 2016-2020 FJR1300 tourer over an issue with the transmission. The official... Read More
If you ever dreamed of owning a rare vintage motorcycle, then there are 21 classic motorcycles and two scooters to choose from in the Shannons Summer Timed Online Auction. The auction runs until 23 February and is headed by a 1929 Harley-Davidson J-Model 1000cc V-Twin (pictured above). Expected to sell... Read More
A French risk-assessment study has released a shock finding that a five-year lane-splitting trial caused a 12% increase in motorcycle... Read More
The first time I parked the new BMW R 18 cruiser, I was immediately sidelined by a senior who gushed... Read More
Australia’s internationally awarded MotoCAP motorcycle gear safety ratings service has added ratings on safety and comfort for nine jackets and two pairs of pants to its growing list of tested products. The new ratings brings the total number of items of clothing to 281, comprised of 117 jackets, 72 pairs of pants and... Read More
Kawasaki Motor Australia has recalled the latest Ninja ZX14R over an issue that could reduce braking performance. The official notice... Read More
The Powersports industry is a small place, even if it’s a community of 200M riders strong globally. Despite the immense... Read More
American Powersports manufacturer Volcon has officially announced the Volcon Runt, a fat wheeled kids bike that looks ready for an apocalypse. Are you looking for an additional way to get your kids into motorcycle related activities and follow in your footsteps as a moto nut? Look no further. The smaller... Read More
BMW Motorrad is the first company to announce it will pull out of the world’s two major motorcycle shows, the... Read More
Sadly, Australian-based worldwide motorcycle travel company Compass Expeditions closed down last June due to the pandemic. The “good news” for... Read More
Queensland learner riders and those upgrading their licences face even tougher and more expensive licensing requirements from 29 March 2021. In moves that follow some other states, licensing of motorcycle riders becomes a little tougher with a hazard perception video test. Here’s an example. It’s not only a slightly tougher... Read More