Riders tend to be more cautious when it’s wet, but after heavy rain has dried, there are still many road...
There is no doubt that a warm rider is far safer than one who is frozen solid in the winter...
Contributed post Being a first-time motorcyclist is not as simple as hopping on a bike and riding off into the sunset. A lot of thought and effort has to go into the process, a great number of precautions need to be taken, and many important pieces of information need to...
Billy “The Mayor” Vickery of Regents Park, Logan City, turned 93 last November and is still riding hard, admitting he...
Building confidence on two wheels: Riding a motorbike on a warm summer day is one of the greatest thrills a...
If you are riding in a situation of concern, do you cover your brakes – that is, do you hold your hand and foot over the brake levers? There are arguments for and against covering your brakes. In any reference in this article to covering your front brake, we are...
The most satisfying and enjoyable ride is not always the fastest or quickest, but the one where you develop a...
You rarely need reasons to go for a ride, but for some people it is almost impossible to get them...
In the wake of a damning report that says one in five wooden bridges in Australia is in need of repair, we have compiled five tips on how riders should tackle these bridges safely. Dangers for riders consist of rotting planks, exposed nails and spikes, and longitudinal planks that can...
A high heeled diamanté fashion boot that stuck on the footpeg caused a 29-year-old Polish woman to fatally crash her...
Motorcycle riders often talk about the apex of a corner, but there are actually several apexes in a corner you...
Passing long trucks can be easy for motorcycles with their rapid rate of acceleration, but there are several dangers you can encounter when you overtake a truck. Here are our four safety tips for passing a truck. 1 Beware the blind spots When passing a truck, you need to...
A tank slapper is when the handlebars wildly oscillate. They are also called speed wobbles or death wobbles and, as...
There is nothing more unruly than a bunch of motorcyclists who park their bikes at different angles outside a cafe...
Riding in a group can be fun, but it also has its hazards, not the least being how to pass other vehicles on the road and whether you should pass other riders in your group. These issues involve tactics, patience, safety and courtesy. One of the great joys and advantages...
Merry Christmas and I hope you continue to stay safe and enjoy your moto mojo! I hate to admit it,...
One of the trickiest conditions to ride in is high wind, especially if the road is also wet. High winds...
Blind corners are among the most dangerous places for motorcyclists to ride, obviously because of the limited vision ahead. Corners can be blind because of bush at the side of the road, or obstructed by a cutting, building or even roadside signs. Many motorists, especially those who feel invincible in...
Every now and then we need to ride long distances and don’t have time for taking in scenery, challenging roads...
No matter where you travel, Iit is inevitable that you will come to roadworks where there is some gravel, which...
Contributed post for our important American readers Ah, America. The land of the free, the home of the brave. But to what extent are we allowed to exercise the freedom that was paid for in blood, sweat, and tears by our forebears? There are so many fun things to do...
Easter is one of the best times to go for a ride because of the weather, no matter which hemisphere...
Most accidents involving motorcycles and other vehicles occur when the other vehicle is turning across their path. The result can...
Why is stopping such a difficult thing to do correctly? After all, we do it all the time. One of my friends recently asked me for tips on how to stop smoothly and not awkwardly. I was stunned. It’s such a simple thing we do multiple times every time we...
Walking your motorcycle is the quickest and most effective way of moving your bike, but most people find the safest way to move...
(Sponsored post for the northern winter) We’re now in the final third of the year, and that means we’re inching...
One of the simple questions many novice and advanced riders ask is how they can ride faster. The answer can be just as simple. However, the question can be a little vague. Does the rider want to get to their destination quicker, do they want to reduce their lap time...
Many riders talk about how riding their motorcycle makes them relax and “blows out the cobwebs”, yet I see so...
I love a winding road, but I hate a windy road. Yesterday we encountered both, plus freezing cold and pelting...
(Sponsored post) Going on a night ride can be a calming and exhilarating experience for any motorcycle enthusiast. The absence of traffic and more quiet surroundings are just some of the reasons why riding at night is worthwhile. But apart from quiet and open streets, bikers still face considerable risks...
(Contributed post for our Northern Hemisphere readers facing winter riding blues) The moment you step outside your garage and your...
Any excuse is good enough for a ride – whether it’s with the pillion-in-a-million, a couple of friends, a dozen...
Short riders have always been disadvantaged by the fact that bikes are designed for tall riders, although that has changed in recent years. Brands such as Harley-Davidson, BMW, Ducati, Triumph and others are now making models that have lower seat heights or are offering optional low seats for short riders....
Riders should keep their feet on the footpegs whenever their bike is moving to retain control, balance and to use the...
This funny video shows a short rider who struggles to get on a Suzuki SV650 and then struggles to get...
The answer to what is the best lane position for motorcycle riders is not simple. Most instructors tell novice motorcyclists to ride in the driver’s side wheel track so they can be seen and where the tyres clean the road of oil, gravel and rainwater. That’s the simple answer and one...
The answer to what is the best position within a lane for motorcycle riders is not simple. Most instructors tell...
Where you should place your feet on the footpegs has long been a subject of debate among riders. If you...
If you’ve ridden a bicycle, counter steering will come naturally to you, so why would it be necessary to practise counter steering? The problem is that, in an emergency situation, your instinct is to turn the handlebars toward the direction you want to go. Here is a graphic video example...