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How to stay warm on a bike

Have you ever been cold on a motorcycle? If you answered no, you’re either lying or you only ride on sunny days in the summer. The rest of us know that even if it’s 65ยบ out, you can still freeze … Continued

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The CBR1000RR’s Balance Free Rear Cushion explained

So far as a defining mechanical unique selling points go, “balance free rear cushion” isn’t exactly the most evocative description. Not only does it evoke pillows rather than greasy parts, but it just lacks the pizzaz of terms like “EXUP,” … Continued

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BMW’s ironically named ConnectedRide

With a camera to watch the road for you, lights that flash if something goes wrong, a crash sensing computer that automatically calls for help, warnings for bad weather, obstacles and emergency vehicles and assistants to keep you safe from … Continued

Reach out and touch…your iPhone with gloves on

I mention Aerostich one freakin time, then they go and come out with the ultimate hipster motorcycle gloves. These gloves combine old-school CHiPs or cafe racer looks, depending on who you ask, with new-school touch screen capability. Don’t tell the … Continued

2012 Kawasaki KX250 dual fuel injectors explained

While the KX450 might be a little retarded, the 2012 Kawasaki KX250F has gotten a serious engine management upgrade. Until just a few years ago, MX bikes all used carburetors. The Keihin FCR is a complicated piece of highly refined … Continued

Standard Issue: Race Track

Photo: LastexitWhile tracks eradicate dangers associated with daily commuting or highway riding, new risks inherent to the high-speed straights, tight chicanes and fast sweepers must be addressed.Safety and comfort take precedence as speeds rise dramatically in the absence of traffic….