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Tires are what keeps your motorcycle from running smoothly and safely. That little bit of rubber is what keeps you sane, because if you were riding like they used to in the beginning, with metal tires (source), you would be vibrating and bouncing like in a bouncy castle. But motorcycle tires are not only there for our comfort; they are essential for our safety, more than car …

There is no hiding from it. Women are different from men (and I'm not talking about the Mars vs Venus thing). It has nothing to do with abilities, skill sets or passion. It has to do with physical dimensions. Foremost, women are on average smaller and lighter than men. On average, women have less body strength. What does this mean in terms of riding a motorcycle? Simply, it …

I recently did a review of the Gaerne Balance Oiled Off-Road boots, and I received a few emails about the other Gaerne boots, the Gaerne Balance Pro-Tech Boots. Mostly people would like to know what the differences are. Apart from the price, the differences can be found in the leather. The Pr …

Wearing special motorcycle pants is a good idea for safety reasons, but not always practical nor fun. Many riders prefer to ride with their jeans or normal trousers, but they offer no protection at all from accidents or the elements. That's where chaps come in. Chaps are, usually leather, a protective layer that you wrap around your trousers. Since …