With the announcement of BSA returning, motorcycle stores, bike nights, coffee shops, and the internet have been awash with opinions, rumors and general gossip about an all new for 2022 BSA Gold Star. Safe to say the new Gold Star 650 as well as the BSA Motorcycles comeback has caused quite the upset. With many … Read more
In the 125cc sector it is no secret that the Italians are masters. Of course you have the Yamaha TZR and Honda NSR, but even they struggle to compete with the Italian mastery of the Cagiva 125, the stunning Aprilia AF1 and the Gilera Crono 125. Gilera is one of the oldest motorcycle manufacturers in … Read more
Here Emily takes a look at the best beginner Harleys including current and previous models to help you choose your first big motorcycle. Harley Davidson is an institution, an iconic and historic motorcycle manufacturer of some of the most popular and well loved two-wheeled machines that have ever been produced. However, they are not always … Read more
Launched in 1973 the Yamaha FS1-E was every young motorcyclist’s path to freedom. The ‘E’ suffix at the end of the models name simply represented which countries regulations the FS1 had been produced to meet. ‘E’ was for England. It was a 49cc moped that quickly got nicknamed Fizzie by the British youth and it … Read more
You’re 17 years old, have completed your CBT and you have your A1 licence. You’re ready to finally enjoy the freedom owning a motorcycle can provide. You don’t want just any 125cc bike or scooter though, you want something that’s cool, that stands out from the crowd when you park outside the cafe with your … Read more
A few years ago Suzuki quietly dropped the Suzuki Boulevard S40 from its lineup but that is not to say there are no 2019 models left in dealers or indeed a healthy used market to dip into. We are going to have a look at the Boulevard S40 and see whether we think it makes … Read more
If the KZ650 (Z650) is the son of KZ1000 (Z1000) then the Kawasaki Z400 is surely the grandson. There are few people, experienced riders or not, that don’t appreciate the KZ1000 silhouette. Mean, aggressive, naked and raw, it is a machine that its inner beastly power is physically converted for all to see in its … Read more
We are going to take a look at the Honda CB300R starting with a review, its specs and whether we think it is a good bike for beginners. The Honda CB300R has been overlooked, when in fact what it offers to the market is a solid machine, ready for most tasks. Let’s start at the … Read more
It’s simple, it’s fun, it’s reliable, and it’s shockingly affordable. Ask any seasoned veteran to recommend a first bike and chances are they’ll point to the Suzuki SV650. Perfect starter bike. Weekend club racer. Low maintenance commuter. And somehow the SV650 manages to be a great looking motorcycle as well. How many motorcycles can wear as … Read more
I knew when the opportunity to write about the legendary Yamaha Virago came up, I had to jump on it. Yes, that’s right, I said legendary, the Virago has an unmissable timeless cruiser silhouette and various engine capacities to suit everybody. It isn’t the prettiest, fastest, most premium or best of anything motorcycle in the … Read more
If you’re shopping for your first bike and you’re considering the Honda Rebel 250 (also known as the CMX250), you’re in good company. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation has given thousands of riders their first taste of the two wheeled life aboard the Honda Rebel 250 in their rider training programs, and thousands more have gone … Read more
The smallest of BMW’s line up and most definitely a motorcycle targeting novice riders, the G 310 R is a really beautiful looking naked roadster without the scary power that can get a beginner into trouble. In this article I will cover all you need to know about the BMW G 310 R. Let’s get … Read more