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Koso Apollo Heated Grips | Gear Review

Koso Apollo Heated Grips promise a more comfortable ride for those of us who refuse to submit to Old Man Winter. They feature an...

New Book: The Big Book of Motorbikes

Written by veteran racer and motojournalist Rennie Scaysbrook, The Big Book of Motorbikes is a literary adventure that showcases the wonderful world of motorcycles...

New Gear: Avon Tyres’ 3D Supersport Tire

Avon Tyres has launched the new 3D Supersport, a hypersport tire developed on track and road for exceptional grip, handling, and stability. The tire...

New Gear: AltRider’s Crash Bar System for Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin

AltRider’s new crash bar system for the Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin allows different types of riders to choose their level of protection. Some may...

New Gear: Cardo’s Packtalk 2nd Helmet Kit with Sound by JBL

If you have more than one type of motorcycle, then you probably have more than one type of helmet. Cardo’s new Packtalk 2nd Helmet...

New Gear: Umberto Luce’s Crimson Moto Boots

Designed for rides around the city or out in the wilderness, Umberto Luce’s made-to-order Crimson Moto Boots are as stylish on the bike as...

New Gear: Scorpion’s Morpheus Reversible Jacket

Scorpion’s Morpheus Reversible Jacket is Plaid Grey brushed-cotton flannel on one side and water-resistant black polyester on the other, and internally reinforced with abrasion-resistant...

New Gear: National Cycle’s Heavy Duty Windshields

National Cycle’s tried-and-true, American-made Heavy Duty windshields need no introduction. The new KIT-CJS Mount Kit for Honda’s Rebel 1100 lets riders choose from three...

New Gear: Metzeler’s Tourance Next 2 Adventure Tires

Metzeler’s new Tourance Next 2 adventure tires promise a new level of performance, riding comfort, and durability. Developed for riders who spend most of...

Nelson-Rigg Trails End Adventure Tank Bag | Gear Review

Whether cruising the pavement or banging along a remote dirt road, tankbags are a rider’s most convenient place for storing frequently used items. Where...

Aerostich Windstopper Jersey | Gear Review

Being a motorcyclist requires grit. We’re willing to risk discomfort, inconvenience, and hardship because the rewards are worth it. Every motorcycle ride has the...

New Gear: Adventure-Bike.be’s Rally Kit

Adventure-Bike.be offers a rally kit for all 2008-and-newer KTM 690 Enduro R and Husqvarna 701 Enduro models. The plug-and-play kit mounts using a specially...

New Gear: Dainese’s Smart Jacket Hi-Viz Vest

Dainese’s new Smart Jacket Hi-Viz vest is equipped with the MotoGP-spec D-air airbag system and can be worn under or over any garment. The...

New Gear: Wunderlich Windshield for BMW R 18

BMW specialists Wunderlich offer a windshield for the Big Boxer-powered R 18 cruiser. The Cruise shield is 16 inches tall and 18 inches wide,...

New Gear: Maxima’s SC1 High Gloss Coating

Over time, all motorcycle finishes lose their luster. Maxima’s SC1 High Gloss Coating will restore your bike’s factory-fresh finish. It not only restores both...

New Gear: Gerbing’s 12V Heated Jacket Liner

Gerbing’s 12V Heated Jacket Liner delivers up to 135 degrees of warmth with Microwire-powered heat zones at the chest, sleeves, back, and collar. When...

New Gear: Nelson-Rigg’s Hurricane Waterproof Backpack/Tail Pack

Nelson-Rigg has updated its Hurricane Waterproof Backpack/Tail Pack, which mounts securely to the back of a motorcycle with the new 4-piece Rigg Strap system....

New Gear: Ultimate Seats’ Two-Piece Seat Setup

All 2015-and-newer Indian Roadmasters come with a one-piece rider/passenger seat. Ultimate Seats’ two-piece setup lets owners remove the quick-detach top trunk and passenger seat...

New Gear: Arai’s Classic-V Open-Faced Helmet

Arai’s Classic-V open-faced helmet offers heritage styling with modern luxuries. It features a classic three-quarter shell, exterior snaps for an optional visor, faux leather...

Adventure Designs Premium Highway Pegs with Secret Storage | Gear Review

Sometimes it takes a while to reach good ADV riding, so I wanted highway pegs to stretch out my legs. I was looking to...

New Gear: D.I.D. VR46 Chain Series

Valentino Rossi may have hung up his race leathers for good, but superfans can still follow in The Doctor’s footsteps with the D.I.D VR46...

New Gear: SW-Motech’s Centerstands

In addition to crash bars, skid plates, handguards, and luggage for a variety of adventure bikes, SW-Motech also offers aftermarket centerstands. To bear the...

New Gear: Highway 21’s Axle Leather Waterproof Shoe

Highway 21’s Axle Leather Waterproof Shoe performs like a dedicated riding boot but looks like a casual high-top sneaker. A Hydraguard membrane repels moisture,...

New Gear: Denali’s DialDim Lighting Controller

Denali’s DialDim lighting controller allows riders to turn on/off and dim two sets of auxiliary lights via a multicolor halo handlebar- or dash-mounted dimming...

New Gear: Gerbing’s 12V Heated Jacket Liner

Gerbing’s 12V Heated Jacket Liner delivers up to 135 degrees (F) of warmth with Microwire-powered heat zones at the chest, sleeves, back, and collar....

New Gear: Maxima’s V-Twin Full Synthetic Oil

Maxima’s V-Twin Full Synthetic Oil is formulated for V-Twin engines, transmissions, and primaries. Its ester-fortified formula and polymer system resist shearing, resulting in optimal...

New Gear: Big Bike Parts’ Backrest and Armrest Systems for the Honda Gold Wing

Last year Honda enlarged the Gold Wing’s top trunk to 61 liters of capacity. To match the revised seating style, Big Bike Parts updated...

New Gear: Fly Racing’s Carbyne Jacket

Fly Racing’s Carbyne Jacket has riders covered with a lightweight 3-layer technical shell. A Hydrashield treatment seals water out, and a mesh inner lining...

British Motorcycle Gear Adventure Jacket | Review

Like an adventure-touring bike, an adventure-touring jacket needs to be ready for anything, come what may. It should provide comfort and protection in a...

Leatt X-Frame Knee Braces | Gear Review

With age comes wisdom, or so we hope. I rode motorcycles for decades before wising up to wearing knee braces when venturing off the...

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