“By neglecting preparation, you automatically prepare yourself for failure” – this phrase, attributed to one of the figures of history, may have been uttered in the context of wars or other cataclysms, but it applies to any area of life, including motorcycling, especially in the case of punctures during motorcycle ride. The point is that […]
Why Tire Break-In Is Important If we open the owner’s manual for a motorcycle, we often find recommendations not only to break in the motorcycle itself but also its tires after replacement. Let’s discuss whether this is really necessary and why it matters. Looking closely at the surface of new tires, it becomes clear that […]
In this article, I want to practice and set myself a challenging mental task, to try to describe my impressions from the outside, for those who have never sat on or ridden such a motorcycle. Considering that, generally speaking, I haven’t ridden other classes of motorcycles either, just a couple hundred meters here and there, […]
When the teeth of a sprocket wear down and the chain starts slipping, it’s a clear sign that the motorcycle sprockets are “worn out”. Replacing them in time is crucial to prevent damage to other motorcycle components. Fortunately, determining whether your sprockets need replacement is quite simple. Inspection and Diagnosis Spending just a little time […]
In the world of motorcycles, there’s a breed that combines power, agility, and style in a compact package — the Kawasaki Z125 PRO. This pint-sized powerhouse from Kawasaki brings a thrilling riding experience to the streets, making it a favorite among riders who crave both performance and maneuverability. Design and Style The Kawasaki Z125 PRO […]
Based in France, Michel and Jimmy Messina are a father and son duo that share a lifelong passion for hot rods and custom motorcycles. In 2019, the two officially founded Ride Different Kustom & Design, and despite the custom moto shop still being in its infancy, is already churning out world-class one-off works — the […]
Skillshare. Lynda. Any of the hoards of online universities. Online learning is hardly a new concept. But motorcycle rider training via the “interwebs”? Can that possibly work? Yamaha Champions Riding School thinks so and its ChampU digital training course is its first foray into the online training landscape. When the Yamaha Champions Riding School (YCRS) […]
There are many things that riders value in a good dirt bike – be it its horsepower, suspension, or fuel capacity – but we all know that one of the most important factors is who looks the coolest. When you’re executing a gnarly jump out there on the track, you don’t want it to be […]
Honda has announced a range of new colour options for its 2023 CRF1100L Africa Twin and Africa Twin Adventure Sports. Having received their most recent major updates in 2020, the Honda duo are otherwise unchanged for 2023. The slimmer, lighter, more nimble standard Africa Twin gets two new designs as well as the ‘Grand Prix […]
A “motorcycle blockade” fell upon Russia, i.e. a ban on the supply of new bikes of brands popular in Russia. Restrictions were introduced by the governments of the United States, Japan and the European Union, and motorcycle manufacturers supported their states. From the analysis of the current situation, one can draw an unambiguous conclusion: until […]
