Wade Thiel

Shoei RF-1200 Helmet

The Shoei RF-1200 Is One of the Best Full-Face Helmets Out There

Looking for a full-face helmet that will keep you safe, looking good, and comfortable as all get-out for mile after lovely mile? Then you should check out the Shoei RF-1200.

The RF-1200 is one of those helmets near the top of the heap in terms of features, construction, and comfort. Are there other great full-face helmets? You bet, but if you’re looking for something better than this, you’ll have to go up in price most likely.

Turbo Dyna by Royal-T Racing

The Turbo Dyna by Royal-T Racing Is a Unique and Amazing Bike

Patrick Tilbury is the man behind the Turbo Dyna by Royal-T. Tilbury created the company Royal-T and its focus is amazing metalworks.

The Turbo Dyna is a Harley-Davidson that looks like no other motorcycle out there. This bike is an impressive idea of what a beast of an HD bike can be, and the finished product is amazing.

Roundup: 3 Best Motorcycle News Stories of the Week – March 6

Indian and Harley-Davidson are in the News This Week

Every weekday, I write motorcycle news at Web Bike World. At the end of the week, I like to look over the news stories I covered and do a quick roundup here on Wind Burned Eyes.

This week Harley-Davidson had some big stories in the news. Indian also released a new bike. While there were plenty of other good stories out there, these ones stand out.

6 Best Motorcycle Jackets Under $300

If you’re in need of a new motorcycle jacket check out these.

Every couple of years you’ll need to upgrade your gear. When you do, you’d better focus on a helmet first, and then a jacket next. Some guys will say to get yourself some good boots, but I’ve found that you can just wear some sturdy work boots or some old motorcycle boots until you really decide it’s time to upgrade. The jacket, though, is an absolute must. And you can get one for under $300.

While you’ll still need to get boots, gloves, pants, and any other specific gear you want or need, the jacket is a big part of the puzzle. Here are six of the best out there, and while the prices will vary all of them can be found for under $300.

Note: this post was updated for 2020.

2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire Review: MC Commute

The Harley-Davidson LiveWire Is the Company’s First Bike

Say what you will about the 2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire the motorcycle is definitely a conversation starter.

In this video, Adam Waheed of Motorcyclist Magazine takes the bike for a spin to show you what the bike is all about.

REAX Poseidon Dry Bag

The REAX Poseidon Dry Bag Is a Great Duffle

I love a good duffle bag and the REAX Poseidon Dry Bag is exactly the kind of duffle I want on my next motorcycle trip out of town.

A lot of motorcycle luggage looks like, well, motorcycle luggage—saddlebags, tank bags, etc—but this bag looks more or less like any old duffle. It’s far from any old duffle bag, however, with tons of advanced features.

Suzuki GT750S Vallelunga Racing Special

A Unique Racing Sportbike in the Suzuki GT750S

I spend a lot of time discussing cafe racers, bobbers, scramblers, and other bikes, but I do love cool sportbikes like this 1974 Suzuki GT750S Vallelunga.

The Suzuki GT750 Le Mans came to the world in 1971. It was nicknamed Water Buffalo or Kettle. It was the first liquid-cooled production motorcycle from Japan. The version you see here is a SAIAD-developed racing special.

Roundup: 3 Best Motorcycle News Stories of the Week – February 28

Harley-Davidson, Cleveland CycleWerks, and Energica in the News

Every weekday I write motorcycle news at Web Bike World, and on Friday I like to take the best news stories of the week and do a news roundup here on Wind Burned Eyes.

This week, Harley-Davidson, Cleveland CycleWerks, and Energica are in the news. Let’s dig in.

Thoughts Brought up While Racing Mini Bikes in Indiana

Minibikes Make Big Fun and Could be the Gateway to New Riders

As some of my readers will know. I raced a mini bike in the Pull Start Racing League this past year. It was a whole heck of a lot of fun, and I hope the guys that put it together will continue it in 2020. As far as I know, they plan to keep it going.

It occurred to me after a season or riding in the league that there are few opportunities like this out there. I did some searching and found some things, but this is a unique experience and one that I think the motorcycle industry should be taking advantage of.

Cortech Piuma Jacket

The Cortech Piuma Jacket Is the Best of Both Worlds

There are leather motorcycle jackets and textile mesh jackets out there, but the Cortech Piuma Jacket is both. The Piuma features leather and mesh construction.

This means the jacket offers both fantastic protection and top-notch airflow. The jacket is a stylish option, too. The bike features the leather accents where it looks best as well as where it’s the most protective.