Attention Gearheads – Handbuilt Motorcycle Show during Moto GP weekend in Austin, Texas
Now here is some clever marketing. MotoGP touches down at COTA in Austin, Texas in a mere couple of weeks drawing thousands of spectators and gear heads. Whether or not you are mechanically inclined, you have an opportunity to take in the artistry of bike building by hand. No assembly line models. These bikes are […]
Alpinestars Stella Sniper Air Flo offers purpose and style
Unprotected riders usually blame hot weather or the cost of good gear as the reason they ride unprotected. No more excuses! Alpinestars was ahead of its time when, in 2008, it designed the military inspired Stella Sniper Air Flo jacket for the urban sport riding woman. What was the hottest craze, fashion wise, in 2014? […]
2015 Victory Gunner offers cruising comfort, 1731cc power and sleek yet industrial style
The 2015 Victory Gunner ‘bobber’ immediately catches your attention. The titanium metallic with the two tone black tear drop style tank sweeping to the single seat and full rolled fender give this bike that stretched out look. The black frame, engine and staggered slash cut dual exhaust and 24 spoke cast aluminum 16’ front and […]
2015 Ducati Scrambler unveiled at Intermot
How fun does this look! At the end of the opening day at Intermot in Koln, Germany, Ducati pulled the covers of the all new highly anticipated 803cc six speed – The Scrambler. Powered by an air-cooled, L-twin engine, the Scrambler is boasting 88mm bore and 66mm stroke for smooth acceleration. The seat and tank […]
2014 Honda VFR800 – Road to rock n’roll
The Honda VFR has a long history of being a fan favourite. Since its debut as a V4 – 750cc, the VFR has garnered attention. So much so, that changing it was a risky venture for Honda. However, improvements like updated style, a 10 kg weight loss plus added standard features like adjustable seat height, […]
Snap-On Tools Masters of Metal brings Orange County Chopper to Kelowna
Tools are to a mechanic like candy is to a child. The child has Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory to show them how candy is made and the mechanic . . . has Snap-On Tools Masters of Metal. What is Masters of Metal? This is an international tour of Snap-On Tools with usually limited […]
2014 Kawasaki ZX-6R performs beautifully in twisties of infamous Westside Road
Supersport (aka “crotch rocket”) bikes are historically designed for one purpose – racing. Built for speed, the rider triangle is intentionally compact and not necessarily conducive to taller riders and being that I stand at 5’11”, I have intentionally shyed away from these type of bikes. I wrapped up last riding season spending two days […]
2014 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 most affordable adventure
My spirit for adventure was awakened the moment the 2014 Suzuki V-Strom 1000 SE was unloaded from the trailer. Bright red and adventure-ready, the road less traveled was calling my name. Equipped with hand guards, centre stand, side panniers, and a nine-way adjustable windscreen right off the showroom floor, the SE is ready for the […]
iPhone rider’s must-have App – EatSleepRIDE
The world is changing. Everything about it from climate to business. Let’s face it, technology is taking over. Don’t believe it? Maybe you didn’t know Google just introduced a car that doesn’t require a driver or that a California police department is operating a motorcycle enforcement division with Zero electric bikes. Global warming is forcing […]
A new Monster in town – Ducati Monster 821 – newest Monster motorcycle
What’s all the fuss about? Another Monster! With the introduction of the the Monster 821, 112 HP water cooled naked roadster, there is now a Monster for all sizes and shapes. Goldilocks now has another option (albeit we are not talking porridge here). A Monster 696 (too small) or a new Monster 1200 unveiled in […]