Sooner or later you are going to treat yourself to some decent waterproof riding kit. You’ve been relying on a cobbled together collection of old jackets, second-hand trousers and ex-army Goretex for years and you know that none of it actually keeps out the water on a long ride. So if you are finally ready […]
Hello all and welcome to our June Newsletter. It’s the height of summer in the UK and so far, it’s stopped raining for at least three hours in the last month. After the tropical temperatures last year, we’ve been spoiled, so the constant and torrential rain is beginning to grate a tad on the nerves. […]
If you come from a dirt bike riding background, then the chances are that you still ride with goggles. Adventure helmets might have changed the goalposts with integral tinted lenses and wide clear visors and they perform very well on the trail, but you really can’t beat the protection and feel of a good set […]
Finding the right riding jacket can be a pain. What works for the road doesn’t necessarily work for the trail, they’re either too hot or too cold and finding one that actually lives up to the promise of being waterproof is like finding the Lord Lucan holding the Holy Grail while sat on Shergar. But […]
The KTM 2020 Enduro machines were revealed to a waiting world at the launch in Spain this week. With the changes to the motocross bikes happening last year, the new enduro models got the full treatment for 2020 with a raft of changes across the entire bike. If you’ve heard the phrase ‘Trigger’s Broom’ then […]
If you are new to off-road riding, then you’ll be very quickly aware that riding away from the blacktop is completely different to riding on the dirt. So in an effort to assist, we’ve compiled a list of 10 quick ways improve your off road riding. You don’t need to do all of them all […]
Choosing the correct luggage for a bike trip is important, and when it comes to backpacks it’s essential. So that’s why we really like the GIVI Waterproof backpack. It’s a simple and well designed bag that does exactly what it is supposed to do. And when you are on an big trip – that matters! […]
Your dirtbike’s seat has a hard time. From the endless wear from your butt moving back and forward while riding and the regular slathering in mud and dust, to the inevitable jet washing at the end of the day to shift all that clag, its a tough life. So with the upholstery on the Ride Expeditions […]
Wearing proper protection when riding a motorcycle is essential – if things go wrong you need to know what you are wearing will prevent or at least reduce the severity of injuries. And if you ride off-road on trail or adventure bikes then the same is true – that’s why there’s been a Thor Sentinel […]
Choosing the correct tyre for your motorcycle can be a difficult process. Whether you’ve got a sleek sportsbike or a monster adventure machine, there’s no shortage of options out there, and just about everyone has a different opinion on what’s best. But when it comes to trail riding, we’re big fans of the Maxxis Trial […]