I for one really like the looks of the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800XC better than the BMW, but, I would still consider the BMW 800GS as an alternative, because it is a proven performer. There is another good comparison article at Motorcycle Consumer News, between the 800XC and the 800GS. Check them both out. Meantime, [...]
2010 Motorcycle Intercom Comparison – webBikeWorld
October 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
2010 Motorcycle Intercom Comparison – webBikeWorld: by HBC for webBikeWorld.com Editor’s Note We’ve been planning this final wrap-up of the top four intercom systems reviewed in 2010 for some time and it’s finally here. ‘Better late than never’, as the saying goes… Various events conspired against this final installation in the series, along with one [...]
Eska H2 Gloves – webBikeWorld
October 6, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This looks like a fantastic glove. Now if we could only get it here in the USA. Good thing I have friends in Australia. Read the review here: Eska H2 Gloves – webBikeWorld:
Triumph Street Triple R Review
September 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Triumph Street Triple R Review: “Is this the most fun you can have on a street bike?” (Via webBikeWorld.com.) Related articles by Zemanta Triumph teases new Adventure motorcycle [w/video] (autoblog.com) Details Emerge On Triumph’s Adventure Bikes (ridelust.com)
Arai RX-Q Review
September 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Arai RX-Q Review: “Arai quality, light weight and a surprise fit.” (Via webBikeWorld.com.)
Arai Profile Helmet Review
May 14, 2010 By 1 Comment
Arai Profile I finally broke down and bought a new helmet. What prompted this was my old Shoei RF800 taking a fall and breaking the face shield attachment. It broke when it fell from its spot on my gas tank when I moved my bike. Lesson learned here; always secure your helmet in a safe [...]
2010 Yamaha FJR 1300 Review
May 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Yamaha FJR is one of the premier Sport Touring Bikes on the market. Other bikes in its catagory are the Honda ST1300, the Kawasaki Concourse, and the BMW 1200ST. I have not had the chance to ride these other bikes but have rode on the FJR twice now, and honestly, am twice smitten. Coming [...]
Yippee, A New Arai Helmet
April 29, 2010 By 1 Comment
I finally broke down and bought a new Arai helmet. What prompted this was my old Shoei RF800 taking a fall and breaking the face shield attachment. It broke when it fell from its spot on my gas tank when I moved my bike. Lesson learned here; always secure your helmet in a safe place [...]
Garmin Nuvi 255W Review
March 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Before moving to Asheville, I bought a GPS unit because I knew I would need help finding my way around the east coast where the roads meander everywhere. There are also far more roads to deal with in the east, then there are in Colorado. I ended up with the Garmin Nuvi 255W because of [...]
