This is where things get seriously technical. In Part 2 of the Cardo Germany trip, we go behind the scenes at Cardo Sound Labs in Straubing — getting up close with the R&D that’s shaping the all-new Beyond GTS helmet. From speaker placement and rider ergonomics to the insane level of testing behind audio quality, this isn’t just guesswork… it’s precision engineering. We dive into how Cardo measures real-world sound inside a helmet, why most riders are unknowingly running their comms wrong, and the lengths they’ve gone to fix it. And then there’s the big one — active noise cancelling in a motorcycle helmet. Sounds simple… until you introduce wind. This is the detail you don’t normally see — and the reason this helmet could change the game. Part 3 coming soon. Join the crew 👉 patreon.com/motonz $5/month supports the channel and gets your name in the credits of every video that month. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/7c5L06fbcag

This is where it all begins. In Part 1 of the journey, I leave New Zealand and set off for Germany to visit Cardo’s Sound Labs — but it’s not exactly a straight shot. A stopover in a very different-looking Dubai sets the tone for what turns into a pretty surreal travel experience. Along the way, we dive into the story behind Cardo — how they went from early comms pioneers to the brand shaping how riders connect today — and why this trip is such a big deal. This is more than just a flight… it’s the start of something seriously cool. Part 2 coming soon. Join the crew 👉 patreon.com/motonz $5/month supports the channel and gets your name in the credits of every video that month. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/u4LY4moLnyY

The stock headlight on the Beta RR 480 XPro does the job… but I wanted more. So I ripped it out and replaced it with a 3D-printed headlight shroud and a super bright LED module to see if it’s actually worth the effort. In this video I’ll walk you through: • Why I wanted to upgrade the headlight • The 3D printed shroud design and fitment • Installing the LED module • How bright it really is compared to stock • Whether I’d recommend this mod for trail and night riding Simple mod, big difference — especially if you ride after dark 🌙💡 If you want a shorter / punchier version or something more cheeky Beta-style, say the word and I’ll tune it. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/AnXFhaQRVKg

Big news — we’ve officially launched our Patreon! This is your chance to support the channel from just $5 a month, help us keep creating, and even get your name in the credits of every video. Join the crew 👉 patreon.com/motonz $5/month supports the channel and gets your name in the credits of every video that month. But this isn’t just about us — it’s about YOU. What bike do you want to see on the channel next? Adventure, naked, dirt, something completely left-field? Drop your suggestions in the comments and help shape what we ride and review next. And if that wasn’t enough… I’m heading to Germany for an exclusive Cardo Sound Labs experience. We’ll be going behind the scenes to see how it all works — and you’ll get to come along for the ride in an upcoming video. Plenty happening. This is just the beginning. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/oGMd8DviX6c

After a full year of daily rides, weekend blasts, long trips, and living with it in the real world, it’s time to break down what the Triumph Street Triple 765 RS is actually like to own. The good, the annoying, the stuff no one mentions, and whether the hype still holds up 12 months on. Then… right at the end, there’s a major twist that genuinely changes the whole story. Didn’t see this one coming. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/9GTS_oW_biU

Panasonic sent me their new S1II to spend some time with and see what I really think of it. The problem? I already own the S5II and the S9 — and they’re both very good. In this video I break down: • My first impressions of the S1II • How it compares to the S5II and S9 in real use • What’s genuinely better — and what isn’t • Who the S1II actually makes sense for • And whether I’d personally upgrade… or stick with what I’ve got No hype, no spec-sheet worship — just real-world thoughts from someone already deep in the Panasonic ecosystem. If you’re wondering whether the S1II is a must-upgrade or a nice-to-have, this one’s for you. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/5RTcrqypIms

AFTER MY LAST VIDEO, YOU ALL LEFT COMMENTS MENTIONING THE COOLING FAIRINGS FROM THE ENGINE FAN TO THE CYLINDER... SO I ADDRESSED THAT. I ALSO FOUND SOME OTHER PROBLEMS WHICH I FIXED. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/8nudlVLKTG0

Triumph’s middleweight lineup takes a major step forward for 2026. The Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 receive the high-performance 95 PS triple-cylinder engine, delivering more power, stronger torque delivery, and sharper real-world performance than ever before. With updated styling, enhanced technology, and class-leading rider aids, both models are now more capable, more refined, and more engaging to ride. And there’s more — the Daytona 660 also receives a rider-focused update for 2026, with upgraded suspension adjustability, new tyres, and a factory-fitted quickshifter. Three bikes. One high-performance triple. This is the next evolution of Triumph’s 660 range. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/onVAw62ZfN4

We set out to dial in the carb jetting on our 70cc Piaggio Zip 50 build. Simple job, right? Try a few main jets, read the plug, ride it, done. Yeah… nah. In this video we: • Test a range of main jets • Get it running really well • Have it die completely with zero warning • Question all our life choices • Then somehow get it running again Is it trash? Is it tuned? Or is this just the reality of budget scooter builds? If you’ve ever chased jetting gremlins, this one will feel painfully familiar. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/Fi7_dzIoNZc

If you’ve got a modern Triumph Motorcycles with connectivity, you might be wondering how to actually get the MyTriumph system working — and whether it’s worth using. In this video I walk through the full setup process step-by-step: pairing your phone, connecting the bike, and navigating the menus so everything works properly. I also show what the system can actually do once it’s running — including turn-by-turn navigation, music control, phone calls, and GoPro integration — and how it all works from the dash. If you’ve just bought a Triumph or you’re trying to figure out why the connectivity isn’t behaving, this should get you sorted. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/gV0BLPmi5qQ

First ride, first impressions, and zero mercy. I take the brand-new Beta RR 480 XPro straight into the deep end at the Wainuioru Trail Ride to see how it handles real Kiwi terrain — tight bush, flowing trails, sketchy hill climbs, and everything in between. No setup tweaks, no excuses, just a raw shakedown of Beta’s big-bore weapon and whether it lives up to the XPro hype. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/DtoWkOzBKTw

Join me for a full lap of the Wainuioru Trail Ride, in Wairarapa, March 1, 2026. Riding the brand new Beta RR 480 XPro, rull road legal. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/QSQeB4rGOMI

I finally get up close and personal with the all-new Triumph Trident 800 — and I don’t just look at it, I ride it. Straight after, I jump back on the Yamaha MT‑09 for a proper back-to-back comparison. This isn’t a spec-sheet showdown. It’s about how they actually feel on the road — engine character, chassis confidence, electronics, comfort, and which one leaves you grinning harder. Is the Trident 800 the upgrade many have been waiting for, or does the MT-09 still own this space? We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/eK84x6u4S4A

It’s finally here — the new channel bike. In this video we unbox, reveal, build, and prep the brand-new Beta RR 480 XPro that’s going to be ridden, tested, modified, and absolutely sent on this channel. You’ll see: • First look at the Beta RR 480 XPro • Unboxing and initial setup • Build details and prep for riding • What’s staying stock (for now) • What’s already planned for upgrades This bike is going to cop everything from trail rides to proper enduro punishment — and this is where it all starts. Hit subscribe, because this is just the beginning. We’re now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/GTvn9iWp_7k

Last episode we went from 50cc to 70cc and added a Malossi carb. This time, it’s all about the CVT. A Malossi variator kit, a new contra spring, and then a test ride… and suddenly this Zip wakes up in a big way. It gets on the pipe, pulls hard, and honestly feels like a different scooter. Thanks to @scooterstreetau for the videos and tips. We're now a proud Boxo Tools affiliate! Support our channel by clicking the link below — we get a small kickback from every purchase. Why Boxo Tools? Incredible quality tool solutions—from hand tools to workshop setups and toolboxes Designed in California, expertly manufactured in Taiwan, with a limited lifetime warranty Locally available in New Zealand with fast nationwide shipping Whether you’re building your workshop or getting ready for your next ride, Boxo has you covered. Shop here: https://boxotools.co.nz?sca_ref=9416942.RnRouCyoDJHA2 We're stoked to partner with AdventureGuide. Use our link https://www.adventureguide.co.nz/?aff=65179aa7 to check out their website and app when riding the road less traveled around NZ. Check the link to view - https://www.youtube.com/embed/-5_zCW_aIEw