Tips & Tricks

Believe it or not, Facebook does have some uses. Questions of whether you can use car engine oil in a motorcycle were asked in a Facebook group I’m in. It starts the endless tirades of Facebook experts giving answers from “It’ll be fine, it’s only… Read More »Can I use car oil in a motorcycle?

We have all seen it on hot days, the people riding round in T-shirts, shorts and flip flops. Personally, it’s not for me. I value my skin and having had various slides down the tarmac, I’ve worked out that tarmac and skin don’t mix. Hopefully,… Read More »How to keep cool on the bike when it’s hot

We hear more and more about Moto GP riders suffering the dreaded arm pump, but what actually is it? Arm pump is clinically described as Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome (CECS) in the forearm. Big words, good job arm pump is smaller. Swelling of the muscles… Read More »What is arm pump and how can it be cured?

No, this isn’t a Hollywood blockbuster film title, but we are hoping it will be just as popular. With national lockdown 3.0 restrictions ending soon, and a possible return to the tiered system, hopefully. Now time to get both yourself and the bike ready for… Read More »Lockdown ends: Are you ready to ride?

As the crappest year ever draws to a close, planning for 2021 is already starting. If you are a keen track day attendee, there is something to add to your Christmas list from Santa. The UK’s biggest motorsport circuit operator MSV has deemed it now… Read More »MSV motorcycle track days implement brake lever guard rule!

Many of us have childhood motorcycling memories. For me, as a kid, I used to love bikes tearing up and down the roading heading to bike nights and rubbernecking out the window of the car to see bikes come past with the windows down. A… Read More »How to get your kids into biking

Motorcycle photography is a great hobby that can help you develop skills behind the lens. Sometimes these skills can transfer into other types of photography. Whilst these days everybody has a camera at their fingertips, a mobile phone does not give the same flexibility as… Read More »Motorcycle photography guide

Unfortunately for us bikers, winter is fast approaching, and the nights are drawing in. Many motorcyclists tuck away the bikes at this time of year, especially as it is dark at 8 pm. Part of this comes down to a lack of confidence whilst riding… Read More »Night riding tips

Compared to car tyres, motorcycle tyres are expensive. A bike tyre’s shape varies compared to a car tyre, with car tyres being flat and motorcycles having a rounded profile. This is why getting a motorcycle tyre puncture can be so frustrating. Most motorcycles run tubeless… Read More »Can a motorcycle tyre puncture be repaired?

Are your wardrobes full of dirty gear, garage sprawled with tools, and a filthy bike sound familiar? If so maybe these ideas can help you out? Cleanliness is next to godliness It’s not just racing teams that should strive for immaculately clean pit garages. Sometimes… Read More »Easy motorcycle cleaning

We’ve compiled a list looking at keeping your pride and joy safe. We’ll have a look at motorcycle security to give you an idea about keeping your bike safe from thieves. These top motorcycle security tips include chains, locks, and datatag units. This will not… Read More »Motorcycle security guide

Providing everything is going according to plan, a moving motorcycle has only two points of contact a with the floor, the front and rear tyre. All too often we get asked what the best bang to buck bike mod you can do is, and we… Read More »Should I get my motorcycle suspension set up?

Motorcycle finance is a complicated area. Cash, PCP, Bank loans, PCH, Hire purchase, long term lease, there are so many options, but which is better? People think that there is quite the stigma over bike finance, but talking money is always a taboo subject. We… Read More »Motorcycle finance explained

We all know a guy who knows a guy who’s said one of these at some point in the past, but how many of these motorcycle myth are true? Motorcycle myth #1: Multi-density foams are pointless This is an old one from back in the… Read More »Fact or Fiction? We explore common motorcycle myths

In short, using a trickle charger can often take the hassle out of battery maintenance. Trickle chargers are designed to be left connected to the battery long term, without causing damage, a trickle charge slowly adds and conditions the battery. We bought an Optimate Duo,… Read More »Do I need a trickle charger? We look at the Optimate duo

In need of a security chain and lock for the SV650, I trawled the internet to find the ultimate Anti-Bastard bike thief chain and lock combo. I was directed to the Almax Youtube channel where they displayed an attempt at cutting the Series IV chain… Read More »Almax Series IV chain and Squire lock review

Most of us know that motorcycle ownership includes its fair share of spanner time. We have compiled some maintenance tips for everybody, no matter your skill. Most motorcyclists are far more akin to looking after their bikes with most liking to carry out tasks themselves.… Read More »Motorcycle maintenance tips

Have you been eyeing up a Cat C write off on eBay to convert into the perfect track weapon? Great, but what is a Cat C write off, and how is it decided? Here is the low down on the four motorcycle write off categories.… Read More »Motorcycle write off categories explained

We have compiled a non-exhaustive list of motorcycle annoyances! The group ride faffer We all know that person, the one who while everybody else is ready to leave, has still gotta put their earplugs in, put their helmet on, get their gloves on, then needs… Read More »Things every motorbiker hates

A2 is a class of motorcycle licence for riders nineteen and over. It limits you to a motorcycle with a maximum 47bhp and a minimum weight of 175kg. This 47hp can come from a larger bike fitted with a restrictor kit. Restrictors come in various… Read More »What is an A2 Licence and how do you get one?

We get that it can be daunting when starting out on your motorcycle journey. Jargon is all over the place with plenty of acronyms and abbreviations. We have compiled a list, with definitions to try and make life easier. A A licence: A full UK… Read More »New to motorcycling? Read our A-Z of motorcycle jargon.

We get it, lockdown is boring. While we have been stuck inside we have put together some great motorcycle film to watch. Add this page to your favourites to save them for later! 1. David Coulthard vs Guy Martin. F1 Car vs bike This great… Read More »10 free motorcycle film to cure lockdown boredom

Riding a motorcycle is a good mental health booster! Every biker knows riding a bike is better than driving, but is riding a motorbike healthy? In a car, the commute seems mundane and forgetful. The biker faces a multitude of bends, corners, junctions, and obstacles… Read More »Is riding a bike good for your health?

Ok, me just saying yes you should probably isn’t going to get you scrambling to book on to a course. What if you could ride faster, overtake more, corner with more confidence all while using less fuel, wearing tyres less and getting possible insurance discounts.… Read More »Should I do an advanced riding course?

The UK’s constantly changeable climate means it’s either wet or will be wet soon. While most of us can’t afford multiple sets of gear for every possible situation, some options are good all year round and in any conditions, while others may struggle. We have… Read More »Are motorcycle leathers waterproof?

Does ceramic coating work on motorcycles? Ceramic coating isn’t new, the term has been around for years, and the process itself has been around even longer. Ceramic coatings are liquid compounds that are applied to paintwork fill in microscopic surface irregularities. This leaves a smooth… Read More »What is Ceramic coating and does it work on motorcycles?

We have all been there, but a visor misting or glasses, happen to some more than others. As with everything, everybody has an opinion on how to solve it, some of them are old wives tales, and some people swear by. Below are some of… Read More »How to stop visor fogging or misting up

A blocked ear can be so annoying! Common after a shower but also you can get them from wearing plugs for a prolonged time. Motorcyclists commonly wear earplugs to prevent damage to the ear from the loud wind noise against the helmet. Here I’m going… Read More »How do I get rid of a blocked ear