Gear: Schuberth SR1 helmet

The Schuberth SR1 is amazing. No, really. The first time you try it on, you’ll stop dead in your tracks and reevaluate what you previously considered acceptable in terms of fit and construction. Every line, every pad, every panel and … Continued

Riding out Sandy

While other New Yorkers cowered in their apartments by candlelight, our intrepid contributor Nick Goddard took to city streets during the storm on his Honda Cub. Here’s a recounting of his adventure. — Ed.

I just bought a Honda CRF250L

I just bought a Honda CRF250L. It defies logic. I’m not a retiree looking to revisit motorcycle riding, nor am I 21, and swinging a leg over a bike for the first time.

 I’m 36 years old, married and, with … Continued

How Ducati Skyhook semi-active suspension works

There are two main technical advances on the 2013 Ducati Multistrada 1200. One is a package of upgrades to the engine, but the second is the real headline: “Skyhook” suspension, semi-active electronics have arrived in motorcycles.

61 high-res photos of the 2013 BMW R1200GS

As the 2013 BMW R1200GS, probably the highest profit motorcycle being shown at Intermot today, ramps up for its official unveiling, here’s an early look at its high-res photo material. Evolution, not revolution as power grows just 14bhp and weight … Continued

2013 BMW R1200GS leaks from Intermot show floor

The 1,170cc 2013 BMW R1200GS will weigh 20lbs more than the outgoing model, while making 14bhp and 3lb/ft of torque more than the outgoing model, according to cell phone shots snapped by Dutch site Oliepeil the day before the Intermot … Continued