Gear: Sena SMH10R and SMH10 headsets

I’ve been experimenting with Sena’s low-profile, Bluetooth SMH10R and standard SMH10 headsets for the past four months, and they’ve alleviated what I consider a major negative about riding a motorcycle—isolation. A common concern is that in-helmet audio can cause general … Continued

Gear: Arai XD4 helmet

Now in its 4th generation, the XD range started the whole ADV helmet craze. And with good reason, they combine excellent ventilation and vision with all-day comfort. But, now existing in a very crowded market, can this new Arai XD4 … Continued

Gear: Everyday Woman

Our buddy Ana uses “Crackers,” her DR-Z 400 every single day in LA. Working as a model and actress, she rides to castings, shoots, coffee with friends and fancy parties, and needs to look good when she does so. That … Continued

RideApart Review: Moto Guzzi V7 Racer Record

Believe it or not, but the bike I’m riding here wasn’t made in the 1970s. It’s the brand-new, 2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer Record. And, while it might look old, has plenty of classic character and ticks all the right … Continued

Gear: Bell Rogue helmet

A face mask, huh? The Bell Rogue attempts to cover the faces of open-helmet enthusiasts with a non-protective fascia. It’s mostly about looks, with a little added wind protection. It also shoots for half-helmet looks with 3/4 protection by adding … Continued

21 Helmets 2: the full-face

Strangely enough, it was the death of “Lawrence of Arabia” in 1935 that inspired a doctor from England to study the high death rate from motorcycling during that time. Not-so-strangely, they found out that wearing protective headgear dramatically improved chances … Continued

RideApart Review: 2013 Honda CBR600RR

“The 2013 Honda CBR600RR, building on the platform of the previous model, has taken its performance to a new level,” describes the project’s large project leader, Hirofumi Fukunaga. “It delivers and awesome ride on the circuit and is even more … Continued