Raymond Heron

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Popular Motorcycling Misconceptions

Popular Motorcycling Misconceptions

Motorcycling is a popular hobby and mode of transportation in New Zealand, but it is also subject to many misconceptions. These misconceptions can discourage people from pursuing motorcycling as a passion, or lead

What goes into a motorcycle tyre?

What goes into a motorcycle tyre?

Motorcycle tires are an essential component of any motorcycle, providing the necessary traction and stability needed for safe and efficient riding. But have you ever wondered what exactly goes into making a motorcycle

2022 Triumph Speed Triple RS

2022 Triumph Speed Triple RS

The 2022 Triumph Speed Triple is an exciting addition to the motorcycle market, especially for enthusiasts who appreciate power, agility, and style. This bike is a modern incarnation of the legendary Speed Triple

Cardo Packtalk Custom Announced

Cardo Packtalk Custom Announced

Cardo has lead the way with helmet-mounted Bluetooth intercoms for a long time, but the one thing most people have said is that they're quite expensive. Cardo has tried to combat that, releasing

Hakataramea Valley & Pass

Hakataramea Valley & Pass

Hakataramea Valley and pass runs roughly North/south from SH82 near Kurow to SH8 near Burkes Pass. Its mainly gravel, and pretty open. Nothing too difficult for your average adventure rider, but due

Danseys Pass

Danseys Pass

Danseys Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 910m (2,985ft) above the sea level located on the boundary of Canterbury and Otago regions, on New Zealand's South Island. Set high

Old Dunstan Road

Old Dunstan Road

Old Dunstan Road is the name of a 4x4 track/Adventure riding track located in Otago South Island of New Zealand. In wet conditions, parts of the trail are unrideable because of sticky

Cardo Packtalk Neo - First Look

Cardo Packtalk Neo - First Look

The Cardo Packtalk Bold was the flagship offering from Cardo for years. it offered the greatest range for intercom, Bluetooth for turn-by-turn navigation, phone calls, and music. plus pretty good battery life. Around

Arai XD-4 Helmet - Full Review

Arai XD-4 Helmet - Full Review

Since the untimely demise of my LS2 Pioneer Evo, I have been looking at new helmets. If you have the chance to look at what people are wearing, I think you would agree

Top of the South 2.0

Top of the South 2.0

Just over a year ago, we attempted the Molesworth station road on a Suzuki V-Strom 1050 and the Harley-Davidson Pan America. If you followed along with the adventure, you'd know we never actually