UK bike lock manufacturer Litelok have developed their lightest and most flexible motorcycle lock yet called the Litelok Core Moto. ... Read More
Bike accessories
There is barely a motorcycle on the market that couldn’t be improved with accessories. There are performance accessories that make it more powerful, handle better and brake better. There are protection and safety accessories that protect both the rider and pillion as well as their bike. There are also cosmetic accessories to improve the looks, comfort, range, luggage capacity, lighting, electronics and more. There is a huge range of motorbike accessory options and we sort the good from the bad.
BMW’s return to the cruiser market with the R 18 looks like being a success story as the brand announces... Read More
A vintage BMW R series headlight is a simple yet elegant piece of styling and now motorcycle tragics can have one in their home as a floor lamp just in time for an illuminating Christmas. In 2017, Spanish motorcycle accessories company Halley Accessories a stylish and practical motorcycle helmet hanger... Read More
German automotive electronics company claims it has developed the world’s first split-screen instruments for a motorbike capable of showing app... Read More
One of the major failings with motorcycle helmet intercoms is the poor quality of their speakers. Recently Sena and Cardo... Read More
Just 10 days after BMW Motorrad unveiled a maintenance-free X-ring chain, Italian company Regina has announced they will launch a similar Z-Ring High Performance Endurance chain that eliminates the need for periodic lubrication. The BMW M Endurance chain in 525 pitch is available on the latest S 1000 RR Race,... Read More
German adventure and touring motorcycle accessories company Touratech has produced a special skid plate for the engine on big KTM... Read More
Keeping your motorcycle chain clean, lubricated and tensioned is a messy business, but now BMW has developed a special chain... Read More
BMW Motorrad is leading the charge for more carbon fibre on motorcycles with a patent for a carbon fibre swingarm and carbon fibre wheels, fairing and fenders for its S 1000 RR sports bike. The latter are among their new M performance parts catalogue, but it shows their commitment to... Read More
UK car dashboard camera company VIOFO have launched the MT1 Motorcycle dash cam with a dual lens and a host... Read More
The Canadian-made automatic Cameleon Chain Oiler has been updated to a PLUS version. Oiling your chain is messy, it’s a... Read More
There may little call for it here, but one American company has created a special motorcycle vault to store your valuables such as a wallet, phone and even a gun! Console Vault who make vaults fr all sorts of vehicles says they are in the “peace of mind business”. I’m... Read More
MV Agusta has announced an industrial partnership with Slovenian exhaust systems manufacturer Akrapovič. The agreement includes the supply of exhaust... Read More
(Sponsored post for our North American readers) When buying a new motorcycle or sports car, there are things you wish... Read More
Esoteric Austrian suspension company WP Performance Sports GmbH which is owned by KTM Group has announced it is branching out into aftermarket units for other models. In Australia, WP Suspension is sold through KTM and has been available only for KTM models. However, a recent release from the company about... Read More
Wireless charging is now available with the Aussie invention, Quad Lock, so you can more conveniently mount your phone on... Read More
Riders seeking extra comfort often add a backrest to their seat and pillions love them, but are they a good... Read More
Indian Motorcycle is looking after your backside with its patent-pending ClimaCommand thermoelectric technology that both heats and cools the seat. Indian says the seat costs $A1995 ($US1199.99) and is available for their 2014-2019 Thunderstroke-powered models and 2020 models without Ride Command. Many luxury cars have heated and cooled seats and... Read More
A spark plug is a device that delivers electric current from the ignition to the combustion chamber of an engine to... Read More
The RoadOne controller replaces messy multiple switches to operate electrical accessories such as chargers, heated grips and seat, dash cams... Read More
The Alarmbox aftermarket motion sensor alarm could negate your need to physically lock your motorcycle with a chain or disc lock. Many aftermarket disc locks now have similar sensors. However, the Alarmbox is convenient as you may not need to use a physical locking system. It is similar to the... Read More
If you’ve ever lost your motorcycle key and don’t have a back-up, you’ll know how expensive modern keys can be... Read More
Harley-Davidson’s Screamin’ Eagles factory customs department has unleashed its biggest engine yet, the 131-cube (2147cc) crate motor. The Screamin’ Eagle... Read More
For the Ducatisti tragic who has everything, how about this collection of Ducati racing memorabilia from MotoGP and World Superbikes that is now on sale. The first load of limited-edition gear includes crankshafts, camshafts, pistons and con-rods with more being added over time. Each item of memorabilia comes in a... Read More
If you are a convert to linked brakes or hand-operated rear brakes, the Aussie-designed BrakeBuTT invention could be what you... Read More
Austrian SP Connect is taking on Australian-designed Quad Lock in the race for your handlebar phone mount. Handlebar phone mounts... Read More
(Sponsored post) So, you want to ride a sport bike. Unlike cruisers, sport bikes are made for rapid acceleration. They’re fun and exciting to drive, but they can also be challenging to ride at first. To make sure you stay safe, comfortable and in control, here’s a list of everything... Read More
(Contributed post on motorbike parts) Motorbikes usually last for approximately 12 to 15 years, provided you take care of them... Read More
Harley-Davidson has pulled out of the Walcha Motorcycle Festival due to the current bushfire threat, but the event will still... Read More
Loading a motorcycle on to a trailer or vehicle can lead to disasters and can take a lot of muscle and skill to get it right. However, Dutch company Porteos takes all the worry, muscle and skill out of the process. They are updating their self-loading motorcycle ramp with a... Read More
ChainBath could make the messy job of cleaning your motorcycle chain easy, either with or without a paddock stand. Canadian... Read More
Since your backside is on the seat most of the time, it is the most important ingredient in rider comfort,... Read More
Motorcycles might be at all-time affordable prices, but parts continue to be expensive, not just for premium brands, but even for some budget models. So why are parts so expensive in Australia? We asked various industry sources and found the issue is quite complex and varied. One of the biggest... Read More
Fumbling with keys on a motorcycle disc or wheel lock is no longer a problem with this ZiiLock bike lock... Read More
American company Corbin has been easing saddle sores for years with their handcrafted seats for a multitude of bike brands... Read More
Aldi claims this year’s annual motorcycle gear sale will feature their safest gear yet with their $189 leather jacket being the most popular buy. The sale is usually held in the first couple of Saturdays of August, but has been delayed this year until 31 August 2019, starting at 8.30am. “Every year... Read More
Contributor Todd Parkes replaces the levers on his Honda CBR500R Standard levers supplied with most motorcycles are ugly, generic, mass-produced, chrome,... Read More
These clever Bar Cuffs not only make it easy to tie down your motorcycle for transport, but are also guaranteed... Read More
If there is no room in your luggage or under your seat for a toolkit, you can still rely on this handy Andy Tool from Andy Strapz. This multi-tool is 18 tools in one small stainless-steel device that slips inside a handy pouch that you can attach to your belt,... Read More
Imagine a seat that slides with the riders when they move sideways out of their seat for corners or forward... Read More
What has happened to motorcycle centre stands which are often only available as options (like on the above Kawasaki Z900RS)... Read More
Famous seat manufacturer Corbin has introduced a new seat to soften the hard ride of the new Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. If the mark of a successful model is the number of aftermarket accessory companies that provide premium parts, Royal Enfield is on a winner with the new Interceptor and Continental... Read More
Welsh invention MotoBrite increases the visibility of motorcycles broken down at the side of the road at night or in... Read More
This universal X2 phone mount comes with power attachment at just $36, including postage. Many motorcycle and scooter riders now... Read More
After reopening in 2018, famous Australian motorcycle stand business Anderson Stands has been struggling to keep up with the strong demand from customers. New owner Michael Jeffery has replied to several of our readers who have expressed concern that they cannot contact the company and feared they had gone out... Read More
Royal Enfield is on a winner with its 650cc twins as American engine giant S&S Cycle has now added 750cc and... Read More
Premium Swedish suspension company Öhlins has developed special suspension for Royal Enfield motorcycles for the first time. The first models... Read More
German motorcycle accessory company Touratech has released high-end aluminium Zega Evo panniers in black or silver with a new mounting system. Touratech says the mount is more robust than its predecessor system and can be attached and taken off easily thanks to the rounder design of the fasteners. Simply slide... Read More
(Contributed post on bike modifications for our North American readers) Motorcycles are fun to own, and not just for the... Read More
While most riders like to expose themselves to the elements, there have always been inventors trying to make the ultimate... Read More
Riders with spoked wheels on their bikes are frustrated at not being able to get some service station air hoses to fit their metal valve stems. The owner of a Queensland service station says he suspects one rider became so frustrated he found a solution to the problem by bending... Read More
This Smart Brake Module could just save your life. It illuminates even when you slow down with the throttle only... Read More
Riders looking for premium motorcycle suspension should welcome the new ownership of Swedish company Öhlins Racing by tech company Tenneco.... Read More
More and more dashcam evidence is convicting traffic offenders and protecting vulnerable motorcyclists involved in SMIDSY crashes. Riders have a few options: Riders can wear a helmet camera which even Queensland police recommend and most police use, although Victoria police still believe it is illegal; They can wear an action... Read More
Even though this Friday is not the 13th, it’s still considered Black Friday in the retail world with a host... Read More
Some adventure bikes are big and heavy enough already, so adding a larger fuel tank seems an unnecessary addition of... Read More
The two-part Dynamoto motorcycle stand is an amazing invention designed, engineered and built in Australia to make your bike easy to clean, maintain and move around your garage. This invention is the genius of Brisbane mechanical engineer Stuart Black and designer Stephen McGuiness. I interviewed them three years ago when they... Read More
Even before the Indian FTR 1200 arrives there is already a host of accessories available for the bike including two... Read More
Australia’s Barkbusters has released the AERO-GP handguard especially for naked, streetfighter and sports bikes to protect them while lane filtering, road riding or on... Read More
German-made BikeBox 24 has unveiled a weatherproof and convenient cover for your motorcycle that locks and prevents thieves from stealing your prized possession. If your house doesn’t have a lockable garage or you live in an apartment without a garage or you want to keep your bike secure while you’re... Read More