For 2011, Harley-Davidson teams up with Willie Nelson’s Country Throwdown, as the official motorcycle sponsor. The tour has 24 stops, starting off in Philadelphia on May 27 and ending on July 4 in Texas, with stops throughout the south and Midwest along the way. The music festival features an array of country acts, including Willie […]

After pioneering the concept of antilock brakes (ABS) on motorcycles 23 years ago, BMW Motorrad USA announced today that it will be the first motorcycle manufacturer to offer ABS as standard equipment on its entire range of 2012 model year motorcycles. “Plain and simple, being able to stop a motorcycle faster and more predictably helps […]

AMA has deemed April as “Get Out and Ride” month for 2011, and it’s not too late to get in on the action. This week, April 18-24, is the “Get Out and Ride for a Cause” week, where the motorcycle community is encouraged to use their love for riding to benefit others, by participating in […]

AGV’s K3 full-face helmet is a good-looking DOT-approved lid at a reasonable price. The tough thermoplastic resin shell comes in 10 brilliant color combos. Inside padding employs Dry-Lex hygienic treatment and is removable and washable (except neckroll). Front, chin, side, and top air vents provide excellent circulation, plus AGV’s Visor mechanism is included with an […]

Suzuki recently unveiled two updates to its GSX popular sportbike platform, as well as a new GSR naked model at Germany’s Intermot, according to a company press release. GSX-R600 — With a newly designed frame, a Big Piston Fork (BPF) in the front, and Brembo Monoblock front brake calipers, Suzuki claims higher output at high […]

Vemar added helmets to its product line in 1986 and since then has become one of the top brands in Europe. The full-face Eclipse meets current Snell, EC, BSI, and DOT certifications. Its exterior shell is constructed of a strong carbon-fiber/aramidic/fiberglass blend. The mid-oval shell shape offers a more generous fit front-to-back and more snug […]

Cardo Systems, Inc. announced today the availability of an upgrade Version 3.0 for its scala rider® G4. The free upgrade is available to motorcycle scala rider G4 users and provides motorcycle riders with additional opportunities to communicate on the road. The Click-to-Link feature allows spontaneous intercom connectivity with other G4 users.  This unique feature enables […]

Triumph’s new H2Protec clothing line boasts “waterproof leather.” I admit skepticism when I first heard what sounds like an oxymoron – but one ride made me a believer! The H2Protec jacket is nicely styled, with excellent quality and protective features, as well as many adjustment options that insure a customized fit. The removable liner is […]

A slow leak in a tire can ruin your whole day — or worse! All too often, the first indication of pressure loss occurs when you lean into a corner and lose control of your bike. We recently tried out a PressurePro Moto Monitor system, which constantly checks tire pressure and alerts the rider before […]

American motorcycle accessory manufacturer AltRider now has hard parts available for the Yamaha Super Tenere XT1200Z. The new company worked around the clock developing and prototyping products for the new adventure bike, and finally has crash bars, skid plates, luggage racks and more in stock and for sale. When the Seattle company learned the new […]

With the goal of encouraging motorcyclists to be more involved with safety, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) now features “Dr. Jim’s Question of the Day” on their website and Twitter page. This interactive, multiple choice question posed by MSF’s director of licensing, Dr. James Heideman, allows riders to get immediate feedback on their response and […]

Fast Company is celebrating the 15 year anniversary of its ground-breaking Draggin’® Jeans. This year marks 15 years of selling high-quality, casual Draggin’® products which are all Made in the USA. As the inventors of Kevlar® motorcycle jeans and the only company to hold a U.S. patent for Kevlar® motorcycle jeans, they are very proud […]