CFMOTO, SHERCO and KYMCO get new NZ Distributor
They’re one of the oldest names in motorcycle accessories in the New Zealand market, and now Auckland-based Forbes and Davies are set to move into the motorcycle game fully by taking on
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I've been lucky enough to own a few bikes from brand new. its a privileged position I find my self in, as some people can go their whole lives without owning
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?
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
TRIUMPH RACING SIGNS ITS TEST RIDERS FOR 2024 MXGP AND SUPERMOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
The following is directly taken from the Triumph Motorcycles press release. As preparations for Triumph’s debut in the 2024 MXGP/MX2 and SuperMotocross World Championships intensify, Triumph Racing confirms it has signed
5 tips for preparing your motorcycle for winter storage.
The shadows are getting longer and the colder months are coming. it may come as a surprise to some, but many people put their motorcycles away for the colder months of winter and
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
The 5 best things about the Yamaha Tenere 700 | As written by AI
We asked ChatGPT what the 5 best things about the Yamaha Tenere 700 were, and here is what the AI came up with. 1. Versatility: The Yamaha Tenere 700 is a versatile adventure
Introducing the Moto Morini Seiemmezzo 6 1/2
Say hello to our new long-term test bike. The Moto Morini Seiemmezzo is a 649cc parallel twin LAMS approve motorcycle with Italian heritage and puppy-dog playfulness. It comes in two variants, the STR
Beta RR 430 | Full Review | Final Thoughts
Over the past 6 months, I have had this Beta RR 430 in my garage, and free reign to do with it pretty much anything I want. I've given it a
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
2023 KTM 390 Adventure Finally Gets Spoked Wheels
If there was one thing that was a clear holdup to KTM's small but mighty 390 Adventure dominating the lightweight dual-sport/adventure segment, it was the bike's cast alloy
Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 NZ Pricing and Arrival Confirmed
Royal Enfield's hotly anticipated entry into the middleweight LAMS cruiser world is on its way to New Zealand with a cheaper entry point than we might have expected. Introductory pricing for
Harley-Davidson Announces 120th Anniversary Model Lineup
Kicking off the brand's 120th year, Harley-Davidson has announced its new model lineup for the 2023 model year. The first announcement of 2023 models includes a range of 120th Anniversary Custom
Honda Tops 2022 New Zealand Motorcycle Sales
As the saying goes, you meet the nicest people on a Honda and your chances of meeting those nice people have gone up in the past year with Honda motorcycles topping the New
Ducati MotoE Bikes Enter Production
Ducati's new MotoE racer, the V21L, has entered production with the full field of this year's MotoE machines expected to be completed by next month. The production run of
Kawasaki ZX-25R To Finally Head To NZ
After initially being announced back in 2020 as a 2021 model and disappearing without a trace, Kawasaki's 250cc inline 4-cylinder ZX-25R is finally heading to Kiwi dealerships. After the initial shipment
OPEN BLUETOOTH INTERCOM (OBi) NOW AVAILABLE FOR CARDO
An important software update (find release notes below) has been released for the Freecom X and Spirit line. This update includes the release of the innovative Open Bluetooth Intercom (OBi) functionality, making it
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
I'm done with mods - The Tenere 700 is complete!
OK, that was blatant clickbait, it's almost complete... Since purchasing the Yamaha Tenere 700 in November 2020, I've kind of gone to town with the modifications, most of them