Gear: Bell RS-1
The new Bell RS-1 was created to find a middle ground in the Bell full face helmet lineup and is being called the new direct competition to the similarly-priced Shoei RF-1100, which happens to be my main full face helmet, … Continued
RideApart Review: 2013 Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million
Since the original 750 was introduced in 1985, Suzuki’s sold over a million GSX-R sportsbikes. As the name suggests, this new 2013 Suzuki GSX-R1000 1 Million Commemorative Edition celebrates that milestone. But, 28 years later, the motorcycle world is a … Continued
The Art of Shopping for motorcycle gear
A few weeks ago, in the article about Alpinestars’ 2013 Spring Collection, “karlInSanDiego” left a comment about how difficult it was to determine the appropriate model and size for gear he was interested in purchasing. This little “how-to” will hopefully … Continued
How 6D helmets reduce concussions
We’ve showed you 6D’s new helmet technology before — elastomeric dampers absorb the forces of low-speed impacts, an area where traditional styrofoam-and-shell helmets fail — now, that function is better explained in this new video.
Suspend Your Disbelief: All You Need Is Kill
“All You Need Is Kill” is an upcoming science fiction film where Earth is at war with a mysterious group of aliens called Mimics. Lieutenant Colonel Bill Cage (Tom Cruise) gets sent into his first combat situation and ends up … Continued
Riding a Royal Enfield in the Philippines
I was invited to ride a Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500 two hours south of Manila to spread the gospel of motorcycle safety to Filipinos who learned to ride 3 and 4 up in flip-flops on small-bore motorcycles and gas-powered … Continued
RideApart Review: Honda NC700X
Since its launch in August, we’ve ridden the Honda NC700X on both street and track and come away impressed with its jack-of-all-trades ability. At just $7,499 and averaging 64mpg, it’s one of the most practical, economical bikes there is. Not … Continued