Ride Review: Ducati Monster 659 (LAMS Approved)
This is a sweet little ride, make no doubt. An ideal bike for the “novice or returning” rider that wants to keep their ride, rather than upgrading, beyond the 1 yr 3 month “L” & “P” phase. And I’ll...
View ArticleReview: 2015 Annual Aldi Motorbike Gear Sale
Did you head in to this year’s sale? I was there, and here’s my brief review of this years kit: 1. Carbon Knuckle Gloves $29.99 The gloves have improved from before, although they don’t quite feel as...
View ArticleIn the Flesh: The New 2015 Ducati Multistrada 1200S
Since Ducati announced the first major update to the Multistrada with the new 2015 model, I’ve wanted to get my mits on one. And whilst I haven’t had a chance to take it for a blast (I feel a morning...
View ArticleAldi Motorbike Gear Review: Kevlar Jeans
Oh the Kevlar Jeans. The modern day motorcyclist’s tip to safety gear. That thin layer of Kevlar that will save your ass in an off!! Apparently. Of course, Draggin’ Jeans made the whole genre popular....
View ArticleAldi Motorbike Gear Review: Heavy Duty Cover
Isn’t a motorbike cover, well, just a cover? I mean, just how much variation can there be in a PVC cover? As it turns out, quite a lot actually. Of course bikes come in all shapes and sizes, so no...
View ArticleAldi Motorbike Gear Review: Motorcycle Socks
What the hell are motorcycle socks when they’re at home, and why would you even care? Right? Truth is, for most people, even most motorcyclists, not a whole lot, really. But as with any activity, if...
View ArticleAldi Motorbike Gear Review: Leather Gloves
If you’re in the market for leather motorbike gloves, then this is your week. I’ll be investing in my 3rd pair of Torque Carbon Knuckle Motorbike Gloves in 4 years. In the annual AldI Motorbike Gear...
View ArticleTomorrow’s Augmented Reality Motorbike Helmet, Today……Nearly
Imagine being able to see traffic in a 180 degree arc. Behind you. Imagine being able to check your speed, hear and see navigation directions, call someone, and even choose your music. All without...
View ArticleWare Shark
Skully AR-1 (Image by Indiegogo) The other day I attended a forum hosted by Standards Australia on the debacle that is Motorcycle Helmet standards here. The reason I attended was in the vain hope that...
View ArticleExplore-R
“Holy Crap you see a lot out of this helmet!” That was my first honest impression riding home with my shiny new Shark Explore-R. Actually, I had 3 overwhelming sensations: That super comfy, snug,...
View ArticleThe Great 2015 Study (& Garage) Clearance Sale
During the break, before coming back to work, I committed myself to a task that was years overdue. Perhaps as long as we’ve been in our current house, so 11 years. Clearing my study. Needless to say...
View ArticleLive Vicariously at The Top of the World, Thru My Eyes
So you can’t get away from the madding crowd. Time, money, commitments, and skill simply haven’t aligned to join me on a motorcycle heading to the top of the world. I totally understand. Which is why...
View ArticleBetter Together
I took the opportunity of a family free week-end to get out on the bike and enjoy this spectacular weather we’re having. Also, to break in the new touring gear I’m getting for the upcoming Himalayan...
View ArticleIs That an Armchair?
As before, with ad hoc bike rental, I continued my trend of riding bikes I haven’t had a chance to ride yet. I figured Miami to the Keys is essentially a straight motorway run, so I’d rent a tourer. My...
View ArticleShopping for Bike Gear
Shark, Shoei or Bell Dainese, or Alpinestars Enjoying the spend.
View ArticleRide Out
Forging new friendships Riding the road less travelled Beyond our comfort Posted from Rog42′s iPad Mini with Blogsy
View ArticleCann River Speeding Fine
Three points and dollars Two hundred and eighty-nine Such a waste, this fine. Posted from Rog42′s iPad Mini with Blogsy
View ArticlePutty Road
Twists and sweeping bends Dappled light on rutted tar My Ducati sings Posted from Rog42′s iPad Mini with Blogsy
View ArticleThe Mighty, Mighty 2013 GS
Something New When I tour overseas on motorbikes, I always rent something other than my Multistrada. For one thing, there are very few rental companies that have a Multi to hire (I can only think of...
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