I hadn't planned on visiting the 33rd International West Kent Run Weekend at The Friars in Aylesford. But with some last-minute spare time, I popped across in the car. And I'm glad I did. There were a total of 362 bikes registered for the concours display. And unusually, to be judged, you had to take part in the Saturday rideout, meaning that all the bikes were useable rather than pure show machines. Plus there were the bikes brought by the various clubs from across the country, and a variety of interesting two-wheeled machines being … [Read more...]
Better handling for the Kawasaki ZRX with K-Tech Razor Shocks
The Kawasaki ZRX is still a decent modern example of the musclebike revival. In the late 1990s, all the Japanese manufacturers were producing big retro motorcycles. Mainly to appeal to riders who were a little older and wanted something from their 1980s youth, rather than a bad back and riding ban on the latest sportsbike. And they're still popular, hence why you can now get better handling for the Kawasaki ZRX with K-tech Razor Shocks. The Kawasaki ZRX1100 originally appeared in 1997, with a 143mph top speed and plenty of torque from the … [Read more...]
The Wunderlich Green Hell ISDT Scrambler Kit for the BMW R nineT
Fancy something a bit different. How about also stylish and retro. But more practical at the same time? Then maybe you need the Wunderlich Green Hell ISDT Scrambler Kit for the BMW R nineT. Rather than the typical cafe racer, Wunderlich have used the BMW bikes entered by the factory in the late 1970s for the International Six Days Trial events. And it's a good choice, judging by how the finished motorcycle looks. There's quite a shopping list of bits added. Starting with the 'TT' headlight surround and short, yellow fly screen which … [Read more...]
Exquisite Custom Steampunk Harley-Davidson Sportster
Given the popularity of custom Harley-Davidsons, it takes a fair bit to stand out. But this custom steampunk Harley-Davidson Sportster manages it. The combination of vintage racing cars, Victorian-era explorers and the Wild West somehow combines to produce something that works. The bike project began with Richie Finney, who went from a career working in film and TV to creating grooming products for gentlemen with the Captain Fawcett brand. As a Harley-Davidson owner since buying one in 1991, he runs tours for the company and the … [Read more...]
Stylish and Unbreakable Motorcycle Denim from Saint
The first motorcycle jeans were a revelation. You could finally ride your bike in denim without the fear of it disintegrating if it touched the Tarmac. The only downsides were that they relied on thick Kevlar layers on the inside, which could move in a crash and made them rather warm. And the fact the layers did make it look a bit like you were wearing nappies under your jeans. Which is why I really like the look of this stylish and unbreakable motorcycle denim from Saint. I don't know much about fashion. Which is pretty obvious if you … [Read more...]