Some experienced and familiar riders will be starting a new role, as the BMW Motorrad Test Team adds Bradley Smith and Sylvain Guintoli to their line-up. Smith spent seven years in MotoGP, claiming two podiums from 119 starts riding Aprilia, Yamaha and KTM machinery. He also finished on the podium three times in the Moto2 […]
New LS2 X-Force Helmet Achieves The First FIM-2 Homologation
There’s a higher standard for off-road motorcycle helmets, as the new LS2 X-Force helmet achieves the first FIM-2 homologation for Motocross, Speedway, Enduro and Cross-Country championships. A first phase of homologation began in 2016 for circuit riding, with the first homologation in 2019. And there are now 38 examples from 22 different manufacturers. The off-road […]
Updated 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R and Evo Models Revealed
With the Super Duke range originally launching 30 years ago with the original 990, the Austrian firm continue to add more power, new bodywork and upgraded suspension with the updated 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R and Evo models revealed. Both motorcycles get a fresh look with a new LED headlight unit, tank spoilers, and […]
New Keis J601RP UltraFlex Heated Jacket For Winter Riding
There are some potential benefits to riding through cold weather, but it’s important to stay warm for your safety as well as comfort. It’s hard to concentrate when you’re shivering, so even if you’re using an old winter hack for commuting, something like the new Keis J601RP UltraFlex heated jacket can be a worthwile investment. […]
The New Oxford Holton MS Leather Jacket
Apparently the new Oxford Holton MS leather jacket is part of a range celebrating 50 years since the company started. And it seems like a fairly stylish celebration, with a subtle and classic design. Made from full grain bovine leather, it’s got a worn-in look with soft edging on the collar, and an Oxford 50 […]
Alvaro Bautista Gets A MotoGP Wild Card Ride In Malaysia
How do you reward the reigning World Superbike champion and current series leader? For Ducati, it means Alvaro Bautista gets a MotoGP wild card ride in Malaysia, following two recent tests at Misano on the current Ducati Desmosedici GP bike. The 38-year-old Spaniard spent eight years in the MotoGP championship, taking three podiums from 158 […]
Custom Sidecar Coffee Shop Built For The Ace Cafe in Switzerland
Combine a love of caffeine and motorcycles with this custom sidecar coffee shop built for the Ace Cafe in Switzerland. Ace Sidecar Caffeine was the idea of owner Danny Kunz, who started with a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 worked on by Auer Power Moto, a local dealer and bike builder based in nearby Obwalden. And […]