Scott Prospect goggles – Ultra Cool protection for your eyes
Julian - June 11, 2019 - Motorcycle Gear, Motorcycle Product Reviews - No CommentsScott Prospect goggles – Ultra Cool protection for your eyes 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 […]
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LS2 Bond Textile Jacket – The new Trail Master?
Julian - February 4, 2019 - Motorcycle Gear, Motorcycle Product Reviews - No CommentsFinding the right bike jacket is a tough job. You want something that makes you look as cool as hell, but keep you as warm as toast on those chilly winter rides. That’s why the all new LS2 Bond Textile Jacket is ticking all our boxes in the Ride Expeditions test HQ. It could very […]
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January 2019 Newsletter
Julian - January 30, 2019 - News & Events, Newsletters - No CommentsWell Hello all and welcome to the January 2019 Newsletter So – did you manage the whole dry January or maybe you even went the whole nine yards and tried the awkwardly named Veganuary. From our side we did manage to lose a bit of Christmas timber and cut back on the Egg Nogs so […]
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Dakar 2019 – Awesome ‘Best of the Bikes’ video
Julian - January 21, 2019 - News & Events - No CommentsThe Dakar 2019 rally proved to be every bit as epic and dramatic as anyone could have hoped. From the terrible disappointment of mechanical failures for Ricky Brabec and Adrien Van Beveren when so close to victory, to the astounding grit and determination of Toby Price riding through intense pain to secure the win. And […]
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Thor Sentinel Review – Effective off-road body protection
Julian - January 11, 2019 - Motorcycle Gear, Motorcycle Product Reviews - No CommentsWearing 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 […]
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LS2 XTRA Helmet Review – Retro Cool in Carbon Fibre
Julian - December 10, 2018 - Motorcycle Gear, Motorcycle Product Reviews - No CommentsAcross the world, the interest in retro-styled motorcycles and riding kit continues to grow. From top end brands like Triumph and BMW, tiny manufacturers like Mash and Herald or those uber-cool custom builders creating street scramblers in back yard sheds, retro is in right now. And if that’s your thing, the all new LS2 XTRA […]
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Leatt Dual Axis Knee & Shin Guards Review
Julian - November 12, 2018 - Motorcycle Product Reviews, Motorcycle Safety - No CommentsWearing proper protection when you are riding is important. From choosing the right helmet to picking the correct boots, preventing injuries before they happen makes sense. So that’s why we are big fans of the Leatt Dual Axis Knee and Shin Guards. LEATT KNEWW AND SHIN GUARDS. Image Leatt BRACES OR PADS? OK when deciding […]
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SW Motech Crash Bars and Sump guard Review
Julian - July 20, 2018 - Motorcycle Product Reviews - No CommentsWith adventure bikes taking over the entire motorcycling market, Ride Expeditions could not ignore the trend. We’ve just launched big bike tours in South Africa. and on the domestic front we’ve been fettling a Yamaha Tenere for use on and off the roads. The bike has precious little crash protection fitted as standard save for […]
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SHOULD I BUY MOTORCYCLE TRAVEL INSURANCE?
Julian - July 16, 2018 - Motorcycle Trip Packing & Planning - No CommentsSo you’ve finally decided to pull the pin and book up for the trip of a lifetime. You’ve got your holiday on the wall planner at work, your flights have all been booked and paid for, and perhaps most importantly, your ‘significant other’ has given you the green light. It’s all systems go for an epic […]
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Garage Essentials – The Top ten for motorcycle Newbies
Julian - June 18, 2018 - Motorcycle Maintenance - No CommentsOK so you’ve made the decision. After years with just cars on the drive, you’ve taken the leap of faith to finally pass your bike test and buy that motorcycle you’ve always promised yourself. But wait just a moment – while your four-wheeled box might have thrived with little more than a car wash and a service […]
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