The fine folks over at Motorcycle.com recently had the chance to check out the new Triumph Thruxton 400 and Tracker 400.
The video below outlines what they thought about the bike, and I’ll take a stab at providing my own opinion on these two unique models in the post below.
Continue reading “Video Analysis: 2026 Triumph Thruxton 400 and Tracker 400 Review”The Yamaha “RD256” is a stunning restomod tribute built by Matt of Big Dream Motorcycles, designed to honor the legendary Canadian racer Michelle (Mike) Duff.
The project takes its name and visual inspiration from the Yamaha RD56, the iconic machine Duff rode to Grand Prix victories in the 1960s. Using a 1974 RD250 as the foundation, Matt blended vintage Grand Prix aesthetics with modern performance components to create a “hybritza” that is as capable on the track as it is beautiful to look at.
Continue reading “Custom Yamaha RD256 Tribute by Big Dream Motorcycles”There’s a paradox at the center of motorcycling that takes most riders a while to consciously notice.
You’re moving fast, faster than you move almost anywhere else in daily life. The wind is loud. The environment is rushing past. And yet, somehow, everything slows down. Your thoughts quiet. The mental noise that follows you everywhere else just stops.
Continue reading “What Riding a Motorcycle Teaches You About Slowing Down”Master Misao Araki of Auto Magic, one of Japan’s most influential custom workshops, has transformed a Kawasaki Z1 into a masterpiece of engineering that bridges the gap between aerospace precision and classic superbike style.
Known for pioneering the process of obtaining government permits for radical modifications, Araki-san utilized 38 years of experience to “future-proof” this machine. The build is centered around a revolutionary modular frame concept designed to address the structural decay common in 40-year-old motorcycles while allowing for total adaptability.
Continue reading “Custom Kawasaki Z1 by Auto Magic”The Alpinestars Belize V2 Drystar Boots are specialized mid-height adventure touring boots designed to bridge the gap between heavy off-road protection and all-day walking comfort.
Featuring a revised lateral ankle closure and a high-grip vulcanized sole, the V2 is engineered for riders who require a sporty, lower-profile alternative to traditional tall touring boots without sacrificing technical defense against the elements and impacts.
Continue reading “Alpinestars Belize V2 Drystar Boots Review – Everything You Need to Know”Pull into any motorcycle meetup on a Sunday morning and the pattern is immediate: bikes lined up, riders standing around with cups in hand, conversations happening at the pace that coffee encourages rather than the pace that the rest of the week demands.
It’s not a coincidence. Motorcycles and coffee have been intertwined for a long time, longer than the current wave of “coffee and moto” branding would suggest. The connection runs deeper than aesthetics, and it makes a certain kind of sense once you think about it.
Continue reading “Why Motorcycles and Coffee Belong Together”Getting the right helmet starts with one measurement. Wrap a flexible tape measure around your head approximately one inch above your eyebrows, keep it level across your forehead and around the widest point at the back of your skull, and write down the number in centimeters. That number — your head circumference — is the foundation of every sizing decision you’ll make when buying a motorcycle helmet.
It sounds simple, and the measurement itself is. The part that trips most riders up comes after: understanding how to read size charts across different brands, how head shape affects fit independently of circumference, and how to verify that a helmet actually fits correctly before money changes hands. This guide covers all of it, step by step.
Continue reading “Step-by-Step Guide to Measuring Your Head for the Perfect Helmet Fit”The “Yoshimura” is a 1987 Suzuki GSX-R1100 “slabside” restomod built by Yohann Kostrzewa of the French workshop KOS’THOR. Inspired by the legendary 24-hour endurance racers that dominated the Suzuka circuit in the 1990s, the build is a tribute to the legacy of Hideo “Pops” Yoshimura.
The project began with a neglected donor bike that was completely stripped and rebuilt to recreate the look and feel of a factory-fresh racing machine.
Continue reading “Custom Suzuki GSX-R1100 by KOS’THOR”The RST Moto TracTech Evo 5 D3O Leather Jacket is the fifth generation of RST’s flagship performance motorcycle jacket. Derived directly from the engineering of the TracTech racing suit, this jacket is designed for riders who split their time between spirited road riding and track days.
It introduces significant upgrades in armor technology and ergonomic refinement, delivering a high-specification protective garment that remains practical for use off the bike.
Continue reading “RST Moto Tractech Evo 5 D3O Leather Jacket Review – Everything You Need to Know”You’re rolling down a two-lane somewhere, and a rider comes the other way. Before they pass, one hand drops low — fingers out, maybe a two-finger point toward the road. You return it almost without thinking.
The motorcycle wave. Every rider knows it. Most do it automatically after a while. But if you’ve never stopped to think about where it came from or why it’s stuck around for over a century, it’s actually a pretty interesting piece of riding culture.
Continue reading “The Motorcycle Wave: A Small Gesture With a Lot Behind It”
