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If you want to maintain your motorcycle in good condition in between services, you need the right tools for the job. So we asked Tools Critic expert “Mark T” for his advice. He knows about all sorts of tools for everything from woodworking to gardening to working on your pride and joy. Here are his …
What is the best transmission for a motorcycle: chain, belt or shaft drive? Some say motorcycle riders only wear black t-shirts and jackets because old chains used to cover them in oil. That could also be why BMW riders with shaft drive tend to wear lighter and brighter colours like scooter riders with their fully enclosed …
Many riders and custom bike builders “bob” the tail of their motorcycle for a tidier appearance, but are they legal? We’ve heard of police harassing riders over their motorcycle tails and mudguards, and issuing fines for non-compliance. But what exactly is compliant? And do the police even know! In 2014, the Federal Government removed the mudguard …
Do you know what the codes on the sides of your tyres mean, what sort of tyres you are riding on and how they are made? Motorcycle industry veteran Dale Schmidtchen takes a look at the construction of your motorcycle tyres in part two of a two-part insight into tyres. Click here for part 1 …
If you’re out looking at buying a second-hand motorcycle this weekend, no doubt you will check the odometer reading to see if the bike has high mileage. Often two similar bikes will be advertised for sale at substantially different prices, the cheaper bike usually has the higher mileage. But is the odometer reading really an …
Sponsored post If you are thinking of going on a long-distance drive on a motorcycle, there’s a lot of things to consider when it comes right down to prepping it for the trip. Regardless of the number of miles you are going to cover, there’s still a need to make sure your bike is prepped …
Sponsored post Whether it’s for financial reasons or because you’ve become attached to your two-wheel friend, you may be wondering about the best ways to extend its lifespan. How to do you keep it safe and legally running year after year? Here are 6 of our top tips to do just that … 1) Keep …
Sponsored post If you want to ride your motorcycle faster and a turn heads at the same time, you need more than just the stock setup. While aftermarket parts and upgrades vary greatly in price, here are our top 10 picks to improve performance and looks … 1) Mirrors Mirrors are obviously a legal requirement, …
Sponsored post The motorcycle experience is much more nuanced than driving a car. How your bike responds has a lot to do with body position, throttle control, and cornering. However, if you want a faster ride, there are some simple things you can change to a stock bike to increase power and engine performance. Let’s …
Sponsored post If you need personal transport but are conscious of the costs, a motorcycle generally offers more bang for your buck than a car. However, there are certain things to consider before getting on those two-wheels. First, let’s address the obvious savings you can make by buying a motorcycle instead of a 4-wheeler … …