The original Honda XRF750 Africa Twin was a bike that inspired many adventures. After a 650cc version appeared in 1988, the swap to a slightly lower spec and price, plus bigger V-twin engine, meant that it was the rugged choice of commuters and those going off the beaten track. Oddly it disappeared in 2003, just as the BMW GS range became popular. But not only has the name returned with the 2016 CRF1000. It's low, narrow and economical. So if you want to treat your dual sport bike, be pleased that the new Avon TrailRider tyre sizes fit the … [Read more...]
Fleet of New Yamaha Yard Built Customs for Wheels & Waves 2017
The 2017 Wheels & Waves celebration of customs, sunshine, and hipsters is almost upon us. It takes place from June 14-18, 2017, in Biarritz in France. And given the Sports Heritage range and the association the Japanese firm has established with European bike builders, it's no surprise that there is a fleet of new Yamaha Yard Built customs for Wheels & Waves 2017. The bikes will be unveiled at Ocean City during the four days. So you could image the shots of half-finished, and indeed half-started machines are being shared as a teaser … [Read more...]
New Colours for the 2017 Yamaha YZF-R3 and MT-03
Yamaha has announced new colourschemes will be available for the Yamaha YZF-R3 and the MT-03 from August 2017. The Yamaha YZF-R3 was introduced in 2015, with a 321cc twin-cylinder engine. Putting out 42hp, it's suitable for those on an A2 motorcycle licence (those aged 19 and above) in the UK. And for anyone who fancies a smaller supersports bike with a 112mph top speed, a 167kg weight and a 780mm seat height. And it also comes with ABS, for a recommended price of £5,199. And this year it'll come in two colour options. You'll get the … [Read more...]
New intACT Smartphone Battery Checker
Keeping an eye on your battery is one of those things it's easy to forget. Then you end up missing out on a motorcycle road trip with a flat battery. So the new intACT smart phone battery checker might come in handy. The actual title is the intAct Battery Guard, and it lets you check your charge from up to 6 metres away. It's a pretty simple idea. First you attach the Battery Guard unit to your 6 or 12 Volt motorcycle battery, using the eyelet terminals included. And once that's done, you just need to download the free app to your iOS, … [Read more...]
Harley-Davidson Sponsor Barbersride 2017 Charity Ride
Barbersride 2017 is a new charity motorcycle ride taking place in July. It's been organised by Harley-Davidson owner Colin Petrie who owns barbershop Hard Grind in Dundee. And it will raise money for Great Ormond Street and The Lions Barber Collective, who are an international group of barbers committed to raising awareness for the prevention of suicide. The 500 mile ride from Dundee to London is being sponsored by Harley-Davidson UK and Ireland. Barbersride 2017 The Barberside starts on Saturday, July 22nd, and will have a collection of … [Read more...]