when i sold bikes I hated doing that. Read more

It really is a testament to Triumph’s marketing that these bikes are still considered a “performance” option when lighter, more powerful options (hello Monster R) are offered by their competitors. I get that Monsters seem so gauche to your average Bonnie customer, but it’s still too wide a gulf for me to comprehend. Read more

Yeah it was too heavy for what it was, it’s one of the reasons I sold mine. Read more

So it’s the Ducati SportClassic lineup, just 10 years late. Read more

Where the maxtrax at? Read more

Amazingly intellectual, informative and interesting article. Thank you Read more

I know a guy who brags about his non-DOT-approved novelty helmet. Coincidentally, he works at Pirates-R-Us.
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The XD4 is my go to urban and ADV helmet. Read more

Picked up an Arai Defiant about 2 months ago. Brick and mortar dealer was about $20 less than Revzilla. Read more

My helm is the perfect helm

Thank you for this article.
I tested the safety of my helmet a few years ago and from experience I can’t stress enough on how important the right selection (i.e. how the thing fits on your noggin) is for a helmet. Forget brands, buy for fit. Very good article, must read for anyone wanting to know about helmets.
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I wiped out on my bicycle at less than 5 MPH and it split the styrofoam liner in two (my forehead hit the ground first) but I was fine. Different helmet and vehicle type, I know, but a good demonstration of how helmets are supposed to work. Read more

Thanks for a very thorough and informative article.
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I keep coming back to this bike. I’ve owned bikes all up and down the spectrum and currently have a fairly varied stable, yet the bike I ride the most is a plated dirtbike because its small, nimble and fun to ride around the city. It is also loud and being watercooled without fans it gets hot in traffic. I have a… Read more

I really enjoyed this article, and I’m not generally interested in motorcycles. Nice work. Read more

I’ve got that same helmet. Haven’t tested its safety yet (thank goodness), but so far it’s fabulously comfortable even with all-day riding, and especially light-weight. The $185 price tag was also right about where I wanted to spend. Sure it doesn’t have a built-in shade, but the build quality overall is fantastic, so… Read more