A good service manual is invaluable to the shade-tree mechanic. To me, working on my motorcycles is almost as enjoyable, and therapeutic, as riding them. Here we have a factory Yamaha manual. To be honest, I have had factory manuals with which I was less than impressed. ...
Heated gear makes motorcycling much more comfortable. More importantly to avid riders, such gear lengthens the riding season. The problem can be getting the heat just right, especially if more than one heated garment is being used. We have climate control in our cars -- why ...
Last year, I was in the market for a new pair of street boots. I looked mostly to my favorite boot brands: Alpinestars and Sidi. However, since I am a bit anal when it comes to my riding gear, I did an exhaustive search. In this ...
Many touring and cruiser riders prefer an open-face helmet over the full-face variety. The open-face design allows a less obstructed view of the road and motorcycle, and is much more convenient when off the motorcycle. The down-side is that an open-face helmet leaves the rider's face ...
We do a lot to make our rear ends look good. Wait, not that rear end! I am talking about the tail section of our sport bikes. One of the most frequent aesthetic modifications in the sportbike world is cleaning up the stuff sitting out ...
Since its introduction by BMW back in 1980, the GS line has been a favorite of adventure riders world-wide. The massive dual-sport motorcycle has carved a deep niche in the two-wheeled lexicon. Bone stock new GS is a versatile beast; however, these bikes seldom stay stock. ...
About the last thing a rider wants to have to buy for a motorcycle is a battery. Think about it -- new tires are always an exciting and satisfying purchase. New riding gear is always interesting. A battery? You can't see it on the bike. ...
The Triumph Tiger, the BMW R1200GS, the Moto Guzzi Quota, the Buell Ulysses, the KTM Adventure... What do all these bikes have in common? Well, they are all big, powerful, versatile dual-purpose motorcycles. They are all (with the possible exception of the KTM) most comfortable on the ...
I am in the process of researching ways to run a power outlet to the front of my motorcycle to power my GPS, so this item is of particular interest to me. At first glance, the ForMotion 12 Volt Power Pod seems to be severely overpriced. Most ...
Joe Rocket is a well-known and respected manufacturer of motorcycle jackets, pants, boots, and riding suits. Aside from a name that will inspire an occasional, good-natured verbal jab from riding buddies, I have found Joe Rocket gear to be well-made and functional.
On the other hand, when I think ...
