First Ride: Triumph TF 250-E & TF 450-E
I finally got my hands on Triumph’s new enduro weapons — the TF 250-E and TF 450-E — and let me tell you, these bikes mean business. I’ve been hanging out for this
Reviews
This is where we share the good, the bad and the ugly about everything we test.
Aprilia RS660 - NOT A LAMS BIKE!
Recently, I had the pleasure of adding another machine to the list of motorcycles I’ve been lucky enough to throw a leg over. This one’s the sister bike to the Tuono
New Long-term Bike - 2025 Triumph Street Triple RS 765
The title says it all, really. It’s been on my bucket list for a long time. I think it was about two years ago I said, “I want a Speed Triple,” and
Moto Guzzi Stelvio
As a motorcyclist with years of experience, the thrill of “firsts” becomes an elusive unicorn. But today? Today, I saddled up for a monumental first. I rode my very first Moto Guzzi. And
TIGER SPORT 660 GAINS EXTRA ADVANCED RIDER-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY
Welcome to the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 — an award-winning middleweight that’s all about giving riders more of what they love: versatility, performance, and now, even more tech. If you’re looking
New Suspension for the Yamaha Tenere 700
If you believe the internet, one of the weakest points on the Tenere 700 is the suspension. I've never seen an issue, possibly partly because I don't know better.
GSX-8S - Fuel Economy
When we think about motorcycles, it’s easy to fixate on horsepower figures, torque specs, or flashy colors. But after spending serious time with a bike, the practicalities start to matter a lot
Tenere 700 YSS Suspension Upgrade
In just two and a half years of owning my Tenere 700, I’ve managed to clock up an impressive 40,000 km. During that time, there’s one question that people seem
The 3 most satisfying things about the Moto Morini Seiemmezzo 6 1/2
When it comes to motorcycles, small details can make a big difference. Sometimes, it's the subtle aspects of design and feel that elevate a machine from "pretty good" to
CFMOTO 450MT - First Ride
Theres been a lot of chatter on the internet about the CFMOTO 450MT, but I didn't realise how excited people would be to finally see it in person. Since the launch
GSX-8S Reveal and First Ride
For the past few months, I've been looking for a new bike to fill a vacant spot in my garage. I'm keen on something obviously "not LAMS"
Royal Enfield announces NZ pricing and preorders for the new Himilayan.
Something new and fancy... from Royal Enfield? This is something to watch. A new bike, from the ground up, and I for one am interested to ride one. a brand new 452cc water-cooled
Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR Tyres - The internet has lied to you.
The Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyre gets a bad rap on the internet. If you believe what you hear, it's a completely useless tyre with no grip on the road or
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
Moto Morini Seiemmezzo - I am convinced
I am convinced the Moto Morini Seiemmezzo is one of the best bikes in its class. I joined a few of the local Wellington Riders crew for a Sunday afternoon jaunt over the
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
Yamaha Tenere 700 - 2 YEAR REVIEW
Since buying the Tenere 700 in October 2020, I've managed to cock up around 30,000 kilometers of seal, gravel, mud, and rocks. So, how does it stack up? Am I
Beta RR 430
I once worked with a guy who was heavily into MotoX. I had only been riding motorcycles for a year or two, and never been on a dirt bike, leave alone off road.
2022 Beta RR 430 4T Full Review
I have been riding the Beta RR430 4T for the past few months, and it's time for a full review. Let's start with the specs. The RR430 is a