Damn, I look good in this jacket

Here’s the first of the jackets we’re modifying to create something that’s actually safe, yet doesn’t make us look like Power Rangers. This is a Vanson AR2 fitted with Alpinestars Bio Armor. The ultra-thick, sturdy leather and strong construction will … Continued

Ace Cafe does America

Beginning next year, The Ace Cafe plans to launch 10 new locations in the USA, adapting its greasy North London cafe racer culture to the land of exploiting fads until you can stick a fork in them. Dipping a toe … Continued

Riding the KTM 125 Duke in Japan

The KTM 125 Duke sets out to best dominant Japanese rivals at their own game — affordable, appealing, exciting, small-capacity motorcycles. But, unlike traditional little bike competitors, the Duke is built in India by an Austrian company and was designed … Continued

Video: S1000RR vs M3

Place your bets now. Here we have yet another take on the classic Car vs. Bike race. Fans of Top Gear have undoubtedly seen these types of comparisons before, and when you stop to think about it, you can figure … Continued

And the Alpinestars Lagniappe winners are…

We’re excited to announce the male and female winners from our Alpinestars Lagniappe. Out of over 750 entries, one guy is winning an Alpinestars Mert Leather Jacket, GP Plus Gloves, and SMX Plus Boots. One girl is winning an Alpinestars … Continued

How to steal a GSX-R

Five seconds is all it takes for this cop to hot-wire a CBR. A GSX-R isn’t much harder. Snap the steering lock, plug in a “pigtail,” and off you go. This video, which appears to be from 2007 (judging by the … Continued

Detroit Thunderdrome City

Once again, Detroit has proved itself America’s leading city of hoonage. Saturday, The Thunderdrome’s second ever race went off successfully, defying the infield lake, roving packs of post-apocalyptic UAW zombies and this country’s encroaching mediocrity in the process. What follows … Continued