Gear Brands
[REVIEW] REV’IT Arc Air Mesh Jacket
Every riding enthusiast appreciates versatile motorcycle gear. When I reviewed the Alpinestars Andes V3 Drystar Adventure Tourer jacket through the month of April, 2021, at the time the weather was, for Calgary, Alberta, seasonal. Varying between 5 C and 20 C (41 to 68 F), it was perfect weather that the jacket was designed for. …
Join Us For KTM’s World Adventure Week
Seven days. 1000 km. Prizes galore. Welcome to KTM’s World Adventure Week – where the tough get going with a little sprinkle of fun along the way. KTM’s World Adventure Week starts today and runs July 5 – July 11. Each rider that participates will be given a challenge for every day of the week, …
Indian Creates Patent For Vehicle-Sensitive Radar System
When it comes to safety on the road, WebBikeWorld promotes all things ATTGAT – and a rider’s safety is made that much easier when companies like Indian Motorcycles decide to add safety to the list of gears and gadgets that go in a bike. Take the most recent news from CycleWorld, for example. According to …
[REVIEW] Sena 10C EVO-01: “Integration at its Best”
Getting to Grips with the Sena 10C Evo As so many of us gear up for a new riding season, with related planning that goes with it, there is obviously a new or renewed appreciation for the ability to just get out and ride, whether alone or together, locally, or farther afield. We all have …
Gryphon Moto Vancouver Jacket Review
Gryphon Moto Vancouver Jacket: Impressive ADV Gear For Budget-Conscious Riders The Vancouver is a complete technical ADV / Touring suit for around $500 for both jacket and pants. It features waterproofing, tons of pockets for storage, ventilation, CE Level 2 protection, and an included insulated jacket. Straight away, that adds up to a lot of …
[REVIEW] Racer Gloves Multitop 2 Waterproof Gloves
Introduction Note: Thanks to Racer Gloves USA for providing the Multitop 2 Gloves for this review I am one of those people who tends to carry extra gloves in case of changing weather during my ride. So when Racer Gloves USA asked us if we would like to try out some of their gloves, I …
Volcon Powersports: The USA-Based Company With Dreams As Fat As Their Tires
With energy efficiency on the rise, it was only a matter of time before an American somebody decided to marry off-roading elements with clean energy in pursuit of the ultimate motorcycle mountain goat – and Volcon Powersports has done just that with the release of their electric motorcycle lineup. Purported on their website as …
[REVIEW] Raven Rova Falcon Pants
Raven Rova Falcon Pants The Raven Rova Falcon pants are a textile and leather hybrid that offers a fantastic combination of more unique features than I was expecting. I live in Phoenix, AZ, and I am ALWAYS on the lookout for gear that I believe will combine the airflow I want with the safety and …
Indian Motorcycles Reveals AFT Season Results at Lima Half-Mile
Indian Motorcycles factory rider (and two-time Grand National Champion) Briar Bauman has just taken first place at Indian Motorcycles’ own American Flat Track (AFT) season – and he’s tearing up the track with his 18th career win – a second SuperTwins class victory for the Lima Half-Mile. Fellow Indian riders Brandon Robinson and Jared Vanderkooi …
The Tough Turban: Freedom of Expression for the Modern Motorcyclist
Freedom of expression is so incredibly important to the motorcycle community – without it, riders wouldn’t be who they are today. Vic Bath, a Sikh, Canadian motorcyclist and creative lead at marketing firm Zulu Alpha Kilo, grew up with a father who saw the Harley Davidson motorcycle as a symbol of that freedom – and …
Eye Candy: A Bike Company Plays Pea-Shooter with the ABC 500
I’m not typically one to yoink two thumbs up for minimalist motorcycles – but even I have to admit that the ABC 500 is a pretty machine. The bike’s stark design, ‘everything is carbon fiber vibe and homage to the rich heritage of American racing history, has created a heady cocktail keeping viewers coming back …
Riders Share Motorcycle Rental Program Now Offers Off-Road Bikes
Riders Share is a motorcycle rental company that offers rentals to riders from all walks of life – and now their diverse showroom has expanded to include off-road motorcycles. According to Guillermo Cornejo, owner of Riders Share, the rental program not only offers the newest models (for all terrains) from giants such as BMW, Ducati, …
Rent a Chief With Expansion of Indian Motorcycle’s Rental Program
America’s first motorcycle company has just expanded their Rental Program – and they’re putting their best foot forward with this one. Indian Motorcycles will be offering this rental program to 14 new affiliates, available in Canada and the United States – providing a total of 25 locations, including San Diego, Sturgis, Austin, Nashville, Milwaukee, Atlanta, Panama …
“Best Motorcycle of 2021” Goes To…
Sound the trumpets and toot the horns – the Ducati Multistrada V4 S has just won a ‘Best Motorcycle of 2021’ award. The award came via Robb Report, a luxury magazine that set the first-production motorcycle above the rest with their ‘best of the best’ issue, released yesterday. Robb Report’s award is quoted to “recognize(s) …
MIC ‘Ride With Us’ Program Gets “New Riders, Riding More”
On June 21st, the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) launched their first market expansion program, christened “Ride With Us.” According to a report from MIC, this multi-faceted program has a single goal: To get ‘more riders, riding more.’ Because of this goal, MIC is also offering a 45-minute ride experience for those who have never been …
New Details On Harley Davidson’s Mystery Bike Via July Event
Harley Davidson has just revealed their new virtual launch experience – and it looks like they have a new bike on their hands to pan out to the populace. According to a report from Motorcycle.com, the new mid-season motorcycle reveal, dubbed “Evolution To Revolution,” will be held July 13, 2021, at 10:00 CDT, with availability …
Stuntman Alex Harvill Passes During Warmup For World Record Jump
It’s a sad day when the motorcycle community loses a gem like Alex Harvill. The stuntman passed last week on Thursday, following an attempt at a world-record ramp jump of 351 feet. According to a report from CNN, Harvill was trying to beat the current record set by Australia’s Robbie Maddison in 2008. He was …
INNOVV K3 Action Camera: Hands-On Review
Getting Serious About Dashcams Here we are headed for summer 2021 but still coping with our pandemic world, although one that is being overcome on many fronts thanks to ongoing health and safety protocols, vaccines, and the continuing tireless efforts of health care workers. With a new riding season (wherever you are), new and updated …
Engineered For Riding: The SHAD TERRA Full Product Line Review
Introduction First introduced in the fall of 2019, at EICMA to be exact, we got first-hand news regarding the new SHAD TERRA product line via email from the Director of SHAD USA who was at the show and participated in the unveiling. The official press kit and a link to an initial promo video also …
[REVIEW] Scorpion EXO-R1 Air Bautista Helmet
Background I’ve been in need of a helmet upgrade for quite some time now. Over the years, I’ve often leaned towards modular or sports-touring lids but circumstances have changed somewhat, and I found myself wanting something a little more sports-focused. As luck would have it, the good folks at Scorpion were looking for someone to …
[Review] Invoxia Cellular GPS Tracker
Dude, Where’s My Bike? As the 2021 riding season started, I planned a solo two-week-long road trip to Yellowstone National Park. One of the major concerns I had for the trip was safety. Specifically, I was worried about my bike getting stolen while I stopped overnight. The solution was twofold; prevention of theft by a …
[REVIEW] Bell Moto-3 Full-Face Helmet
Retro MX Design for the Street Following the nostalgia craze and riding the waves of the retro and cafe racer surge all across the motorcycling industry, Bell Helmets crafted the Moto-3 to have simple, clean, retro lines. It’s actually a rebirth of a helmet of the same name and style from the 1970s, but now …
Harley Davidson: New LiveWire Motorcycle Details Revealed Via VIN Filing
Someone just slipped out the name of Harley Davidson’s new Electric Motorcycle – and we’re not mad at it. Meet Harley Davidson’s new LiveWire motorcycle: The LiveWire One. According to MCN, the information came via a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) file that Harley-Davidson submitted to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA). The files …
Wolfman Luggage B-Base WP, Mount and Packing System [REVIEW]
Wolfman’s Versatile Luggage Range Ah, another review of motorcycle luggage and one of many that I hope wBW will ask me to do for 2021, even though many of us are not (yet) getting to implement either the near or long term or distance-based travel we have and are planning for; patience and understanding are, …
Iconic ‘Gentleman Jack’ Dark Horse To Be Auctioned For Armed Services
2021 marks the fifth year in a row that Jack Daniels and Indian Motorcycles have partnered up to release some stylish – and seriously smooth – keepsakes for the masses. Their new brainchild is the byproduct of Indian Motorcycles’ Dark Horse Roadmaster and thematics inspired by the classic Jack Daniels Whiskey. Christened the “Gentleman Jack,” …
New Comfort Seat Now Conditions Cabooses For Indian Challengers
If I had been told as a kid that motorcycles would eventually receive the luxury of air-conditioned seats, I would have tried to call someone’s bluff. After all, the concept of a cool set of cheeks on a sweltering day is the stuff that every motorcyclist covets, at one point or another. And Indian Motorcycles …
Keith Hale: 40 Years With a 1974 Ducati 750 Super Sport
At the root of every good marriage is a strong partnership – and the bond between Keith Hale and his 1974 Ducati 750 Super Sport is nothing short of heart-warming. According to a report from MotorcyclistOnline, San Francisco-based artist Keith Hale purchased the Ducati from Jack’s Motorcycles in Fresno, California, at the green age of …
Wisconsin Off-Highway Motorcycle Trail Passes Now Open To All
With the days officially opening up into summer and the heat hitting harder than a cicada on a windy day, it’s only natural to look for some recreational fun in the shade. Enter Wisconsin’s Department of Natural Resources. The DNR is an association that has approved the use of their off-highway motorcycle trails by non-residents …
Laconia Motorcycle Week Is Back In Full Force At New Hampshire Motor Speedway
As unprecedented limitations ease up and the hopes of hitting the track are high, the New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) plans on a big week for thousands of motorists – and they’ve got 20 hours until the grand opening. According to the LaconiaMcWeek website, the Laconia Motorcycle Week began as a gypsy tour in 1916, with the …
Kia Advert Humiliates Safety Code Between Drivers And Riders
Every once in a while, I stumble across an article on my early morning perusal of news that highlights something so outlandishly stupid, I can’t help but bring it to the table as-is, in full light and with an apple in its ugly little mouth. Today appears to be a ‘once in a while’ kind …
Innovation Station: Honda’s Anti-Stalling, Hydraulic “Safety Clutch” Patent
We have all heard the phrase “better safe than sorry.” But is that phrase really true for the moto world? Honda thinks so – and they’ve logged quite a few hours in the lab. According to a report from AutoCarIndia, the Japanese manufacturer has filed a patent for a new clutch-by-wire system for motorcycles. The …
A Glimpse Into The Future For Kawasaki
Kawasaki Heavy Industries is planning a squeaky entry when it comes to future plans – and they don’t like to put all their eggs in one basket. According to a report from RideApart, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, the parent company of Kawasaki Motorcycles, has just laid out a plan on how to tackle the next handful …
Track-Minded Populace Ready To Receive Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo
According to a report from MCN, Aprilia has just opened the sale of the RS 660 Trofeo to the masses – and we’re tickled pink at the opportunity to take such a pretty beastie to track days. Previously an exclusive track bike obtained by competitive consumers connected to the racing world – and a bike …
New BSA 650 Twin In Final Stages To Leave The Lab
I don’t know about you, but there’s something so delicious about old-world motors. And when it comes to quality made at mass-production rates, BSA had the cat in the proverbial bag. Now, after nearly 50 years of waiting, they are ready to break the silence – and it’s going to be a big bang, from …
Team Classic Suzuki Reveals Lockdown Project: Big Kat Is Back
What does a high-profile team do when unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures? They get busy. And judging by the beauty of a bike that’s just been revealed, Team Classic Suzuki had their hands in multiple baskets. The newly revealed chimera-style superbike has the winning features of a Katana with the engine and chassis of …
Tom Cruise Breaks Silence On Death-Defying Motorcycle Stunt
On a crisp September morning in Norway, Tom Cruise walked up to a Honda CRF 450, mounted, and rode a ramp off a cliff. When it comes to making a bike look good, world-renowned actor Tom Cruise has the cat in the proverbial bag. His stunts are a thing of legend – and one of …
A Cup of Tea with Rich Ellis: Motorcycle Enthusiast, Racer, & Shop Owner
Among the millions of motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world, there are always a few die-hards that help the growth of the moto community. These individuals do so by hosting track days, opening up motorcycle shops, teaching new riders, and hosting events for anybody interested in becoming a better rider – or racer, as is …
[Review] Shark Spartan GT Replikan Helmet
One That Got Away in 2020 In 2020, the new Spartan GT sport helmet was presented to us, the motorcycling masses by French manufacturer Shark Helmets proclaiming it would better protect our heads than the previous Spartan model did. The differences between the older and newer models of Spartan when it comes to protection consist …
