Recently I had the opportunity to test the Rubbatech tank protector on my BMW 750GS. The new South African brand being sold globally via Rubbatech Europe based in the Netherlands. They’ve launched a range of protection…
Category: Motorcycle Reviews
Motorcycle Reviews, News & Bike tests from Sydney Australia. Most of these articles are written by owners after extensive time with the bikes or from extended time riding a particular model.
2019 BMW F850GS Review First Ride
BMW F850GS – First impressions review These comments are based on a short (1hour) ride of the BMW 850gs, on on the road. I happened to be cruising by the dealer so I thought why not……
2016 BMW K1300s Motorsport motorcycle review
The return of the Cruise missile. The BMW K1300s Motorsport limited edition Motorcycle review. As a platform almost a decade in production, one could say that BMW k1300s has had its day. True, it is not…
BMW R Nine T review | Long-term review
BMW R Nine T review – The Love, the life and the betrayal… My diary of Nine T ownership. As I have done many times before I read a review or comment in bewilderment at the…
Harley Roadster XL1200cx vs BMW R Nine T
Some may argue that this is a bizarre comparison, but these machines are similar in as many ways as they differ. Both come from two of the most historical brands steeped in legacy with both cracking…
Is a Harley sportster a good first bike?
Is the Harley Sportster a beginners bike? This is a question we get asked a lot and something I see all over the web. I guess it’s a favourite question because undoubtedly among the learner legal…
Harley Low Rider Review 2017
The story of how I went looking for an 883 sporter and ended up riding into the sunset on a Harley Low Rider. Coming across the Harley Low Rider was a coincidence. I’ve owned a Harley Sportster…
2016 BMW r1200r vs 2016 Harley Davidson Low Rider (FXDL)
R1200r vs FXDL Low Rider, really? What a strange comparison. This article is a quick comparison of the two bike, not an in-depth review about each one. For full details, please refer to each bike’s full…
BMW R1200R Review 2016
The new BMW R1200R liquid-cooled naked just added some pepper to the old recipe. This one has the looks and the performance. The new BMW R1200R is loaded with so much tech, I’m considering if the first…
2002 BMW R1100s Motorcycle Review
BMW R1100s Review and Photos by George Ihring So how did I come to buying an old BMW r1100s from a k1300? A 2002 BMW r1100s – how? I had a pretty bad finance deal on…
BMW k1300r Long Term Motorcycle Review
BMW k1300r Long Term motorcycle review: Living with this bike now for over a half a year I can genuinely say it is the best bike I’ve ever ridden. Not just the fastest but as a package it simply rocks. It’s easy to ride, has a stack of gadgets, safety gear and the presence of a heavy-weight gorilla without the handling issues.
2011 BMW f800 st motorcycle review – test ride
The BMW f800 ST has never been in the highlights of the drag strips or custom-nitro builds, but is a fantastic bike that shouldn’t be glossed over. A somewhat quiet and non-offensive over achiever and a great bike to boot.
Harley Dyna Super Glide 35th anniversary review
It was very possibly somewhat un-Australian to be riding a Harley on Australia day, but hey we don’t make any bikes here! Not anything worthwhile anyway. I had the choice of sitting in a park all…
Iron 883 Sportster Harley Owner Review
This review is still relevant, while the Iron 883 came out in 2010 – the Sportster hasn’t changed much since 2007. Big changes were 2004: Rubber mounted engine, 2007 all Sportster Harley models went to electronic…
Buell XB12S Motorcycle Review
Buell XB12S – To an uneducated non-rider, many bikes can look the same. The “inspired” can usually spot a Harley, but can’t tell it from a Japanese cruiser. Same goes for Sportbikes. The XB series from…
Harley Davidson V Rod (street rod) Review
Performance, agility and sport-like riding are not what most people associate with Harley Davidson. Classic styling, heavy metal and laid back cruising are more likely to click with the legendary name even though this hardly describes…
Ducati Monster 800 Motorcycle Review
The Monster 800 is the middleweight of the family and also one of the entry level bikes from Ducati. Many regard the 800 as being the pick of the bunch – being not too small or on the porky side of the scale. Balance is really what the monster is about.
Harley Davidson 883 & 1200 Sportster Review
Harley says that they’ve “really changed the Harley Davidson 883 inner workings” – not just the cosmetics. Is it just another marketing scheme? In a word, “no.” Before the launch, HD wanted to create a Sportster…
BMW Scarver Review
“What the heck?”, (with a raised eyebrow) is quite a typical reaction to the newest pack of BMW bikes. “BMW’s are massive, bulky chariots for old farts.” – Hmmm, not any more. Have been to your…
2003 Aprilia RSV Mille R Review
Ever since I first rode the R version of the Aprilia RSV Mille, I’ve rated it as one of the very best production bikes you can ride on a track. At its launch at Valencia in…