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The Atlas Defender Hybrid Ai takes a different approach to chest protection by combining a traditional hard-shell front with Atlas’ flexible Adapted Impact (Ai ) material on the back. After spending time riding with it over the summer in Georgia, the biggest thing that stands out…
Motorcycle accessories are a massive market, but not every product deserves space on a bike. The most useful upgrades are the ones that solve genuine problems: protecting the rider, improving visibility, reducing distraction, preventing mechanical failures, or making long-distanc…
18 racing and test riders, including several rookies, took part in the test, evaluating soft, medium and hard compound slick tires. Testing was carried out using both prototype 850cc machines and suitably adapted current-generation 1000cc bikes. Today, at the Red Bull Ring in Aus…
Finding women’s riding gear that balances protection, comfort, and everyday style can be a challenge, but the Wind & Throttle Lara Cargo Motorcycle Pants make a strong case for becoming a staple in the riding wardrobe. At first glance, the Lara Cargo Pants don’t look like traditi…
Grip and stability won over the riders at the Red Bull Ring. The minimum tyre pressure will remain in place for safety reasons, while the drop in performance could highlight the importance of feeling and handling
Quad Lock’s new Handlebar Mount Pro Adjustable lets riders change the phone’s tilt and rotation to suit high bars and raked-out forks.
Choosing the right tyres is hugely important, and so far I’ve sampled two options from Metzeler’s current catalogue aboard the Speed Triple. I was keen to see how their latest...
The special tire also caused problems for Ducati, but the tire wear became extreme on Jack’s Yamaha: “It was embarrassing. I couldn’t open the throttle anymore.”
Rider-designed Ruroc helmets are in the spotlight as voting opens for the “Leave Your Mark” design competition.
Not every ride calls for a full sports or touring motorcycle boot. For weekend summer rides I prefer a more casual option that’s comfortable to wear off the bike too. I had seen the Spada Piston boots...
Shop Tusk Threaded Bar Inserts: https://rmatvmc.link/tusk-threaded-bar-insert-kit-install Tusk Threaded Bar End Inserts give your handguards a solid mounting point inside aluminum handlebars. If you’re tired of friction-fit inserts spinning, loosening, or causing a sticky throttl…
BY JODY WEISEL Motocross is 25 percent machine and 75 percent man. In admiration of that old saw of information I feel that I have given short shrift to the widgets of the rich and famous; the Maltese Falcons; the Holy Grails; the stuff of dreams. In other words—hard parts. Here …
Italian motorcycle helmet maker AGV has launched its most advanced helmet to date, and the reviews from MotoGP riders at Misano, said it all.
With the DVSA currently cracking down on illegal, non compliant crash helmets for sale in the UK, we’d like to know what you look for first when considering a new one? Whether it’s style, safety –...
Oxford have unveiled a new pair of D-locks, the Grinder S1 and S2, which the firm say are virtually angle grinder-proof thanks to a silicon carbide coating on the shackle. Motorcycle security...
Have you got another tour planned this year and you’ve started to pack and realised your textiles are a bit past their best? Or maybe you just need to refresh and update your kit for that commute to...
First WP began making braking systems, and now Akrapovic is branching out with new titanium adventure bike footpegs.
This three-piece Snap-on tool trolley was produced in collaboration with Harley-Davidson to commemorate the motorcycle company’s 100th anniversary. The tool cabinets were released in 2003 and were reportedly limited to 1,000 pieces. This set includes a rolling cabinet base with 1…
Marc Marquez revealed he made a last-minute decision to switch to Michelin’s medium rear tyre, which ultimately proved decisive in his victory in MotoGP's San Marino Grand Prix sprint. While 15 of the 21 riders opted for the soft compound on Saturday, citing low tyre degradation …
Cafe racers and custom scramblers are built on subtraction. Strip the fairings, ditch the plastic, keep only what earns its weight. A lot of riders who live in that world would rather run an analog chronograph than anything with a glowing screen, and there is a real case for that…
Italian helmet brand AGV have revealed a new track-focussed Pista GP R3 design that claims to be up to six times more effective at tackling rotational forces on the head. Making its debut at the...
As someone who prefers the simplicity of a Scitsu race tacho over a widescreen, rally-mounted TFT, the fact that I’ve become rather fond of the Varg’s Arkenstone dash has come as a surprise. And...
It’s a sad sign of the times that we are once again moving into the colder, darker autumn, and with that comes the wet. We can’t do much about sloppy, slippery leaves on the roads or the phantom...
Oxford has built its reputation on producing affordable kit across multiple levels, from true entry-level beginner gear to more premium offerings. The Nexus range arrived with a bang, shocking plenty...
Motorcycle helmets that don’t actually meet the safety standard printed on them are being sold to UK riders, particularly through certain online marketplaces, according to TRL, the transport safety...
The modern-day Honda CB350 is one of those motorcycles we wished was available i...
What I’m referring to is Michelin’s time as the sole supplier of tires for MotoGP. It ends this year, the French tire-maker to be replaced by Italian giant Pirelli for 2027. I won’t miss them.... The post Well, I’m glad that’s over. Or at least almost over. appeared first on Moto…
It seems fitting that my last Gear Lab review as a full‑time staffer is for the Aerostich R‑3 suit. When I was the FNG in 2008, one of my first assignments was to review Aerostich’s Roadcrafter suit, the R‑3’s predecessor. Andy Goldfine, founder and owner of Aerostich and inve…
Purchasing a motorcycle opens up a completely new lifestyle filled with weekend adventures and much more enjoyable daily commutes. Before you twist the throttle and head out onto the open road, you need the right gear to protect yourself. The helmet is the single most critical pi…
For this edition of Classic Ink, we are going to take a look back at some of Renthal’s moto ads from the 2000s. The 2001 season marked the changing of the guard in Supercross. Jeremy McGrath looked unstoppable early, winning two of the first three rounds and seemingly on his way …
British brand Ruroc are currently developing their first adventure helmet, and recently invited MCN to a day of off-road riding to find out how the project is progressing. Although the name of the...
A pair of riding jeans is a staple in my motorcycle wardrobe, the perfect option for dry riding days. I always look for good levels of protection but even more so than that, comfort and style. The...
Croydon-based boutique motorcycle helmet manufacturer, Hedon, make helmets by hand from their London-based unit. Founded in 2011 by Reg Flint and Lindsay Chong, the name was derived from the word...
90 years of speed and style. The post The Vintagent Ads: Belstaff Ride On first appeared on The Vintagent .
I had no plans to buy a DJI Osmo Action 6 but as I mentioned in my Canada ride report I misplaced my Osmo Action 5 in route to Vancouver and that being once in a lifetime ride I decided to buy a new cam then I recovered my Action […] The post DJI Osmo Action 5 Vs 6 for photos fir…
It turns out all sorts of riders chose Leathertogs, from women to professional racers at Daytona, and from cops to outlaws... The post The Lost Empire of Leathertogs, Part 3 first appeared on The Vintagent .
The primary purpose of motorcycle gear is to protect the body from the consequences of a potential fall. High-quality women’s jackets, trousers and riding suits are designed with the female anatomy in mind, and this approach helps increase the effectiveness of protective systems.…
Packing for my next overseas ride I know off by heart almost everything which I will take with the only major choice being either my laminated Merlin rider gear for mild weather or my cordura Merlin rider gear if heading into hot weather. Then it’s two pairs of Gore-Tex gloves [……
The 2027 collection has officially landed! Fresh designs, proven performance, and the quality riders have trusted for over 56 years. #enjoytheride
