Kawasaki Motorcycles Is Going All-Electric by 2035

In a somewhat shocking move, Kawasaki said it’s going to make all of its bikes electrified by 2035 in developed countries.

According to a report by Nikkei Asia, Kawasaki wants to be the green leader in developed countries.

This move comes after the motorcycle company spun off of the parent company. This repositions the motorcycle business, but there are still huge hurdles ahead.

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Kawasaki Hydrogen Motorcycle Plans Revealed

Hydrogen-powered cars have been a thing for a little while now, but motorcycles utilizing a hydrogen powertrain haven’t existed. Kawasaki wants to change that.

According to a new report by Cycle World showing images from AutoBy Kawasaki is working on an engine that will be internal combustion and utilize hydrogen for fuel.

Let me explain what I can about how this came to be.

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The 5 Best Motorcycle Jackets for Hot Weather

Summer motorcycle rides are some of the best things in the world, but when the sun gets high and the temperature rises, it’s less fun. That’s why you need one of the best motorcycle jackets for hot weather.

Hot weather motorcycle jackets are designed to move air next to your body to help cool you while you ride. This style of design is great for any rider who lives in a place that has a lot of hot weather throughout the year.

So, if you’re looking for motorcycle jackets for hot weather, check out the jackets I’ve selected below.

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5 Best Motorcycle Shoes Under $100

There are motorcycle boots and then there are motorcycle shoes. The best motorcycle shoes look a lot more like regular street shoes but they still provide good protection and are designed with motorcycle riding in mind. Still, you need to find the best motorcycle shoes, not just any.

I’m not going to lie and say they’re just as good at protecting your feet as some sturdy and well-made motorcycle boots. Generally, motorcycle boots will beat shoes when it comes to protection, but motorcycle shoes still offer good protection and can be so much more convenient and comfortable.

The motorcycle shoes below can be found by various retailers for under $100. That doesn’t mean you’ll always be able to find them for that price, but often, they’ll be there or well below that. Let’s dive in.

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The 5 Best Allen Wrench Sets for Motorcycles

While the typical wrench you’ll need to work on your bike will likely be a socket wrench or even an adjustable wrench in some cases, I’ve been seeing more and more bikes that require Allen wrench sets, also known as hex keys or hex wrenches.

These wrenches are honestly great because they’re small and easy to carry with you. This makes them easily packable for a nice long ride, but they’ll also come in handy in your home workshop. They’re also affordable, easy to find, and easy to use.

With all that said, you want to make sure you’re buying a quality Allen wrench set. Here are my top five picks.

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The 5 Best Adjustable Wrenches for Motorcycles

Typically, I would NOT recommend adjustable wrenches for working on your motorcycle. In most cases, there will be a better tool, like a socket wrench set. However, sometimes an adjustable wrench is all you have, and for others, it’s all you need.

So, if you’re going to use an adjustable wrench for a job on your motorcycle to fix an issue or do some maintenance, then you need to make sure you have the best one out there.

Here are my top five picks for the best adjustable wrenches out there for use on motorcycles.

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Check Out the MV Agusta Brutale 1000 Nürburgring

There are good looking bikes and then there’s the MV Agusta Brutale 1000 Nürburgring.

This machine is wickedly handsome and has the performance specs to back up its dastardly good looks.

MV Agusta released a lot of info about this motorcycle, and I’m going to quickly go over the highlights.

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Great Holiday Gift Picks for the Female Rider in Your Life

The holidays are coming up fast and with all of the supply chain issues, it’s likely smart to do your shopping now.

With that in mind, I thought it best to start putting together some holiday gift guides. And if you have a female rider in your family or friend group, you should definitely get her a gift.

Here are my top five picks for gear for the holidays for female riders.

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2022 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Order Period Open Now

Kawasaki officially opened the order period for all three versions of the Ninja H2.

The company offers the Ninja H2, the Ninja H2 Carbon, and the Ninja H2R. I’m a day late in announcing it, but I figured it’s still relevant news, and if you want one of these you need to act.

Kawasaki is not accepting orders after December 17 for the various versions of the supercharged sportbike.

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CAKE Delivered the Kalk AP for Anti-Poaching Efforts in Africa

Cake has delivered its first batch of electric anti-poaching bush bikes to Africa.

The motorcycles were delivered to the Southern African Wildlife College (SAWC). The SAWC is now using these bikes to increase the efficiency of combating poaching.

This is a great initiative by Cake and its motorcycles—specifically the Kalk—are uniquely positioned to make a difference here.

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