Tires

Bridgestone Battlax T33 Sport Touring Tires Review

There’s no denying the mission of Bridgestone’s new Battlax T33 tires: The words “Sport Touring” are molded into the sidewall. According to Bridgestone, the...

Continental SportAttack 5 Motorcycle Tires Review

Recently I spent the day at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway in Desert Center, California, to test the new Continental SportAttack 5 tires. My mission? To...

Review: Testing The New Continental TKC 80² Tires

The new Continental TKC 80² innovates with new tread, a stronger carcass, and improved all-weather grip for big ADV bikes.

Michelin Road Classic Motorcycle Tires Review

In early 2021, Michelin quietly launched a new retro street tire in 17-, 18-, and 19-inch front and rear sizes, some in hard-to-find widths...

Continental TKC80 and TKC70 Rocks Motorcycle Tires Review

I’m lucky to live in adventure bike heaven, with five (soon to be six, when Montana is released next year) Backcountry Discovery Routes accessible...

2025 Fall Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide

After the heat of summer, we welcome the fall riding season with open arms, embracing cool temperatures and colorful falling leaves while we can...

Western Power Sports Begins Partnership with Bridgestone Tires

Western Power Sports, a leading distributor of powersport goods in the U.S., has announced a new partnership with Bridgestone Tires beginning Aug. 1, 2025....

2025 Summer Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide

The riding season is in full swing, and we don’t want to miss a bit of it. Whether you love long-distance riding, adventuring off...

Bridgestone Battlax BT46 Tires Review

It’s easy to overlook how much tire wear affects motorcycle performance. When I swapped out the old tires on my Royal Enfield INT 650...

Michelin Road W GT Gold Wing Tires Review

This year, the Honda Gold Wing will celebrate its 50th anniversary. Since 1975, Rider has tested every Gold Wing model – from the GL1000...

2024 Summer Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide

The summer solstice, which is June 20 this year, is the longest day of the year, allowing us to maximize our riding time. With...

Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S23 Tire Review

When choosing a motorcycle tire, what do you look for? The answer varies from person to person. For my street riding, I prioritize longevity,...

2024 Spring Motorcycle Gear Buyers Guide

Spring means the days are getting longer and the weather is warming up. Motorcycles that have been on trickle chargers in the garage are...

Michelin Commander III Motorcycle Tires Review | Gear

I can say without hesitation that every car tire purchase I’ve made has been done somewhat grudgingly, with safety and practicality being the primary...

Michelin Anakee Road Tires Review | Gear

The Michelin Anakee Road is a new tire specifically for road-biased adventure touring motorcycles. It’s a “90/10” tire (90% road, 10% off-road) designed to...

Cruiser Motorcycle Tires Buyers Guide: Where the Rubber Meets the Road

Shopping for cruiser tires can be challenging, as it’s a broad category that encompasses everything from vintage machines and bias‑ply construction to modern bikes...

Shinko Off-Road Tires for Intermediate and Hard Terrain | Gear Review

Go to any track day with a sportbike, and it’s all about lap times – and tires. There are supersport tires, racing slicks and...

AR Tested Shinko SR999 Long Haul Tires

Selecting tires for V-Twin cruiser and touring motorcycles can be tricky, as they require both grip and durability, and they should look good too. Happily,...

Motoz Tractionator GPS and Dual Venture Tires | Gear Review

When I was young and broke, I’d stretch the mileage of a knobby on my Honda SL100 or XL250 by reversing the tread when...

Let the Good Times Roll: Sport-Touring Motorcycle Tire Buyers Guide

Like most technologies, motorcycle tires are constantly evolving to meet customer needs, which is why we put together this motorcycle tire buyers guide. The...

Bridgestone Adventurecross AX41 Adventure Tires Review

Manufacturers of adventure tires strive for the holy trinity of performance: traction on and off the road, performance in the wet, and longevity. Bridgestone...

Shinko SR999 Long Haul Motorcycle Tires | Gear Review

Shinko SR999 Long Haul motorcycle tires are designed for V-Twin cruiser and touring motorcycles, and they handle as good as they look. The tread...

Shinko White Wall SR777 Tires | Gear Review

Whitewall tires like those offered by companies like Shinko were not the first thing that came to mind when I considered new tires for...

Continental RoadAttack 4 Tires | Gear Review

The Continental RoadAttack series are sport-touring tires that strike a balance between performance and longevity. They’re ideal for sport-tourers, standards, street-biased adventure bikes, and...

Shinko 003 Stealth Radial Tires | Gear Review

After purchasing Yokohama Tires in 1998, the Shinko Group built up an impressive tire portfolio for the motorcycle and scooter aftermarket. The Korean company...

Dunlop American Elite Tires | Gear Review

Touring tires for heavyweight bikes need to be made of tough stuff. They are expected to last a long time and perform well in...

Dunlop Mutant Tires | Gear Review

Mutant tires. Just the name makes you want to try them. But what exactly have they mutated from or to? According to Dunlop, the...

Avon Storm 3D X-M Tires | Gear Review

Constructing a motorcycle tire is complicated, but the important aspects for me are durability and handling. How long will it last, and how does...

Michelin Road 6 Tires | Gear Review

Michelin has been making motorcycle tires since 1892. For context, that’s 11 years longer than Harley-Davidson has been making motorcycles. Now, it is out...

Continental TKC 70 and TKC 70 Rocks Tires | Gear Review

Adventure-touring tires are usually rated in terms of their ratio of intended use on-road and off-road. Many are 90/10 tires, designed for roughly 90%...
2026 Motorcycle Buyers Guide