Motorcycle Accessory & Parts Reviews
AltRider Headlight Guard
AltRider Headlight Guard Review The AltRider Lexan Headlight Guard Kit is an example of what experience, knowledge and involvement in the motorcycling community can deliver: clean simple design, visual appeal and durability for the long haul. AltRider makes headlight guards and auxiliary light guards and both are worth considering for safety and protection. My experience …
Magnetic Drain Plug and Oil Filter Magnet for Motorcycles
Trap Those Metal Particles! A magnetic oil filter drain plug and/or an oil filter magnet add one more potential layer of engine protection. Do they work? Residue on the drain plug says yes, but it’s anyone’s guess with the oil filter magnet. They’re cheap enough, so why not? Makes more sense than obsessing about which brand of …
GoCruise Throttle Control
GoCruise Throttle Control Review A simply elegant throttle lock device for motorcycles. I live in the southeast United States, an area with a great variety of different roads on which to ride. Do you like to cruise and enjoy the scenery? We’ve got it. Do you prefer twisty, technical riding? We have that as well. …
Clearwater Voltage Sentry
Clearwater Voltage Sentry Review The Clearwater Voltage Sentry is an easy and unique way to keep track of the electrical drain on your motorcycle. Designed to be “thermally stable, highly accurate, reliable, flexible and with a very low power consumption”, the device is small enough to fit just about anywhere. An excellent solution for monitoring …
CTEK Battery Chargers
CTEK US 800 vs. CTEK US 7002 Review Bigger isn’t necessarily better. The CTEK 800 works just fine as a motorcycle battery charger, even though it’s the entry-level unit. And there’s a bonus: it’s cheaper and less complicated. Nothing wrong with the CTEK 7002, mind you, but do you really need 8 steps and up …
MachineArt Moto X-Head Cylinder Guards
Protection for Oilheads I’ve never had a bad experience with a MachineArt Moto product. And the new X-Head DOHC cylinder head guards keep that record intact. Designed for the BMW R1200RT engine, they add virtually nothing in way of weight. But they add everything in way of protection and looks. Once again, timing is everything. …
SW-Motech Skid Plate Review
Heavy-Duty Engine Protection Just for the record, the SW-Motech skid plate, as we call it in the States, is officially known as the SW-Motech Engine Guard. This type of engine guard is also referred to as a “bash plate” and probably a few other colloquialisms as well. “Engine guard” seems correct to me, but many …
Shift Enforcer Knee Guards
Shift “Enforcer” Knee Guards Review An inexpensive set of knee guards that offer excellent value to the street rider who wears jeans and wants better protection. The Shift Enforcer Knee Guards may also serve as an improvement on the armor included in textile or leather motorcycle pants. Last year I reviewed two different types of …
Stompgrip Traction Pads
Knobby and Rugged Tank Grips Stompgrip Traction Pads provide an enhanced interface between the inside of the rider’s legs and the motorcycle. That’s about the only way I can describe it! The product is easy to apply (with a few tricks) and it effectively creates a greater amount of friction for the rider to grip …
Cargol Turn & Go Review
Gryyp “Cargol Turn & Go” Review The Cargol Turn & Go, aka the Gryyp Tire Tool, is an easy-to-use carry-along device that can plug a tire in a limited range of situations. It’s more useful for car or trike tires than for motorcycle tires, but it’s cheap enough and easy enough to carry on a …
Leatherguard Leather Treatment
Leather Protection Leatherguard is a clear spray treatment claimed to protect leather from water, wine and other liquid spills; mildew and moisture; scuffing and fading. Unique water based formulation with no solvents; it’s also claimed to be non-toxic and environmentally safe. A small amount goes a long way. It seems to work well and it’s …
2011 Powersports Dealer Expo Live Report
Bags-Connection Sport Panniers Motorcycle Luggage for Sportbikes Twisted Throtle, the distributor for Bags-Connection motorcycle luggage in the U.S., introduced a new sportbike soft luggage system at the 2011 Dealer Expo. The Bags-Connection Sport Panniers use a new system that provides clip-on bars that attach to the side of the motorcycle for support and security. The …
2011 Powersports Dealer Expo Live Report
Haber Helmet Ventilation System HAFT: Haber Air Flow Technology Remember the AFX FX-11 “Lightforce”? I didn’t think so. Nevertheless, it was a good idea — perhaps slightly ahead of its time. The FX-11 featured an on-board battery system that powered a light and an internal fan. The idea was that the fan pulled air through the …
2011 Powersports Dealer Expo Live Report
webBikeWorld Live Report The 2011 Powersports Dealer Expo, Indianapolis, Indiana February 18-20, 2011 Nexx Helmets February 25, 2011 – My final report from the 2011 Powersports Dealer Expo describes the 2011 Nexx Helmets, which have undergone revisions and updates based largely on feedback from webBikeWorld readers who have provided comments, so be sure to see what’s new. …
Ducati Carbon Fiber Belt Covers
Shift-Tech Carbon Fiber Review Carbon fiber parts, in the form of belt covers, fenders and other bits are probably among the most frivolous of motorcycle accessories. When done right, carbon fiber looks great. But there’s a lot of poor quality carbon fiber out there, which can make even an expensive bike look bad. The Shift-Tech …
Pulsetech Solar Battery Charger Review
PulseTech Solar Battery Charger Review Acceptance, technology and marketing combine to make solar-powered devices extremely viable and available for so many applications and the PulseTech Solar Pulse SP-5 is one of these. From a functional perspective it is self sustaining, costs virtually nothing to maintain and provides an essential maintenance function. It is worth a …
PulseTech Xtreme Charge Motorcycle Battery Tester Review
Test Your Battery Charge With the PulseTech Xtreme For most of us simple is good and simply functional even better. In this regard the very portable PulseTech Xtreme Charge Quick Battery and Alternator test device makes perfect sense. My advice: get one, keep it close and use it. When we purchased the product, it was …
G2 Throttle Tamer Review
The throttle that should have been standard on the Multistrada…and many other bikes! The G2 Throttle Tamer did the job, taming the snatchy on/off “light switch” throttle. An added bonus is better throttle response at higher RPMs. The Multistrada 620 is a nice motorcycle and it’s now somewhat of a collector’s item, since they were only made …
Caswell Fuel Tank Sealer Kit
Caswell Fuel Tank Sealer One of the more common problems encountered with seasonal equipment is the prevention of rust and corrosion activity during the off-season. Here in the Northeast U.S., we routinely store our lawnmowers, boats and motorcycles for extended months during the winter. While we would all prefer to have the use of a …
2010 Powersports Dealer Expo Live Report
webBikeWorld Live Report The 2010 Powersports Dealer Expo is scheduled for this coming weekend at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The yearly event is the largest show in North America where motorcycle and powersports dealers can see and touch all of the latest products about to be released for the start of a new …
Zeta Hand Guards Review
Zeta Armour Hand Guard and XC Deflector Kit The Zeta hand guards and deflector kits are of good quality and cost effective. The straight type hand guard provides necessary clearance between all controls, a concern with most other designs. The kits have met all basic requirements and look good mounted on the motorcycle. Now these …
Thor Knee Guards
Thor “Quadrant” Knee Guards Inexpensive knee protection for off-road use, but the design also lends itself very well to street riding. I reviewed the Alpinestars Reflex off-road style knee guards recently on webBikeWorld to see how they would fare in street riding conditions. The reasoning was that a pair of knee guards can offer significant protection when …
Roadgear Motorcycle Tool Roll
Roadgear Sport Touring Tool Pouch As regular webBikeWorld readers know, I’m a tool fanatic, so any item or product that has to do with tools has my immediate attention. This definitely includes tool boxes, tool “rolls” or anything else related to storing or displaying my tools. In fact, I’m always searching for the “perfect” toolbox …
Sony Bluetooth Adapter & Bluetooth Headphones Review
Sony Bluetooth Adapter Review An inexpensive way to listen to music while riding. Both devices are relatively easy to use and quickly pair with everything I’ve thrown at them. Many webBikeWorld visitors have asked about a wireless system that would allow them to listen to their MP3 player, iPod, GPS or other electronic device while …
TireGard Wireless TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System Review
TireGard Wireless TPMS Review The TireGard wireless TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) is easy to use, light weight and accurate, but expensive. A tire pressure monitoring system — specifically a wireless TPMS — has been on my radar screen for some time. And now that I think about it, is there such a thing as …
Echo Quick Release Review
Echo Quick Release Helmet Buckle Review The Echo Quick Release helmet buckle is easy to install and use. It’s an inexpensive and very effective alternative to fumbling around with the usual D-ring helmet retention system. Some motorcyclists like the tried and true double D-rings and strap for securing a helmet onto one’s noggin. This arrangement …
Titan Bulldog Moto Cradle Review
Titan Bulldog Front Wheel Stand Review Sturdy and well-built motorcycle front wheel stand that is also a front wheel chock that can be used in a garage or on a trailer. The wheel cradle is very strong and holds the front wheel securely and can be locked in place. The Titan Bulldog “Moto Cradle” is …
Ducati Sport Classic Oil Cooler Radiator Guard
Paul Smith Ducati Sport Classic Oil Cooler Radiator Guard Paul Smith is at it again! His Ducati SportClassic fork protectors (review) have become so popular that he’s started producing and selling them with a new company, CustomDucati, to handle the orders. Here’s his latest creation, and this one is just as useful: the CustomDucati SportClassic Radiator Guard. …
Motorcycle Ear Plugs
2009 Motorcycle Non-Disposable Ear Plug Review It’s been a while since the last ear plug review was published on webBikeWorld, so I thought it might be time for another. I had a new batch of non-disposable ear plugs that I’ve been trying out over the last several weeks, and I offered to write an article …
Hornig Mudguard
Hornig BMW Mudguard Hugger This extremely attractive and very functional rear mudguard is another great offering from Horning. Hornig is a company that seems to have an endless offering of farkles and bling for virtually any BMW ever made. Although they do make and market stuff for other motorcycles as well. The Hornig mudguard, or …
Ducati SportClassic Hugger
Ducati GT1000 Hugger One of the best things about owning a Ducati is the ability to customize it to just about any degree imaginable. Taking delivery of the bike is only the beginning. The Ducati becomes the blank canvas that opens the door to endless possibilities, from the ridiculous (like the oversized Hella horns on my …
Hornig BMW Wheel Cover Hubcap
A Hornig Wheel Cover Hubcap for the BMW GS Series BMW motorcycle rear wheel hub cover is just one of a whole array of accessories made and sold by Hornig. Fine machining and an excellent fit makes the rear wheel hub cover by Hornig a snap to install and a pleasant eye-catcher. Intro: Part 1 …
Motorcycle Volt Meter
Show Chrome Digital 5-Function Motorcycle Volt Meter Review For the past 8 years and 180,000 miles, all of my motorcycles had an ambient temperature indicator installed. So when I purchased my 2002 BMW R1150GSI was a bit disappointed the instrumentation didn’t include one. This might seem like a minor issue, but I find that a temperature …
Blue Max Chair
Blue Max Folding Chair Review Very handy chair that packs into a small traveling case. Useful for motorcycle rallies and many other events. Feels very sturdy once assembled. Relatively inexpensive. The Blue Max folding chair is becoming popular with motorcyclists, I discovered recently. I always had it in the back of my mind to get …
Leatt Brace Review
The Leatt Moto GPX Club Neck Brace Modern motorcyclists have a great range of choices when it comes to helmets, body armor, back protectors and clothing. But the choices in neck protection systems have so far been limited. The Leatt Brace offers a comfortable, flexible neck protection solution created by a motorbiking neurosurgeon. The Leatt …
Optimate 4 Review
Optimate 4 Battery Charger Review The Optimate 4 has several microprocessor controlled stages that analyze, desulfate and charge motorcycle and automobile batteries. I evaluated and reviewed the Optimate 3 only a few months ago in the warm and fondly remembered month of August (2008). Wouldn’t you know it — just as soon as that review was published, …
BrakeAway Motorcycle Cruise Control Review
Cramp Management With the BrakeAway Cruise Control and the Throttle Rocker Our bikes have sensors to let us know when the temperature is too high, the oil pressure is too low or the battery has just died. My aging carcass is equipped with a Dead Butt Warning and a Sore Back Alarm. And, on long …
Ducati GT 1000 Loose Fuel Tank and Spreading Problem
GT1000 Fuel Tank Spreading Problem We received a few emails recently from GT1000 owners who were asking if we knew anything about a problem with loose GT1000 fuel tanks. Apparently, some owners have been experiencing a “spreading” problem. The polycarbonate fuel tank material starts to spread or sag and the front fuel tank holders no …
Sqwincher Drink Mix Review
Sqwincher FastPack Electrolyte Replacement Drink You may think that Sqwincher is a wild ‘n’ crazy item that’s only peripherally related to motorcycling, but bear with me. I was cruising through a local county fair a couple of weeks ago, and while I was walking through a building that housed a sort of farmer’s household items …
