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 […]
Video: Avon Spirit ST Hypersport Touring Tyre Launch
We wrote about the new Avon Spirit ST tyres when they were announced earlier this month. And now you can find out more from the official launch at Portmao in Portugal. The hypersport and sport touring rubber was officially revealed at the Algarve International Circuit. And British racer turned commentator and classic competitor Steve Parrish […]
New Avon Tyres Spirit ST Sport Touring Tyres
The new Avon Tyres Spirit ST Sport Touring Tyres have been designed to offer both better wet weather grip, and performance handling in general. The Spirit ST are replacing the current Storm 3D range, and use the latest high-silica synthetic rubber compounds to also last longer. As you might expect when they’re intended to fit […]
Rescogs quoted in Avon Tyres Storm 3D X-M Press Release
It appears someone at Avon Tyres might be a fan of Rescogs.com. You might have seen the great report and video from the Castle Combe launch of the Avon Storm 3D X-M tyres by Richard Ashcroft, but Richard’s reaction has also been quoted in Avon’s official press release about the day. Not only is it […]
Track action at Castle Combe – with video
Castle Combe was the venue for Avon Tyres to let me try their new 3D Ultra Sport and 3D Storm X-M (Extra Mileage) tyres. It was actually my fourth visit to the track, and the second in May. Having said that, I’m actually a fairly slow and careful rider on the road. After arriving to […]