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Roundup: 3 Best Motorcycle News Stories of the Week – October 23

This week there have been some great motorcycle news stories, and I wanted to take a moment to look back over them and do a news roundup.

This week Indian, BMW, and Honda make the cut for the news roundup.

So, without further ado, let’s dive in.

5 Best Backpacks for Motorcycle Riders

Backpacks for motorcycle riders are an absolute must. The one thing that a lot of motorcycles lack is storage. This is not your typical type of gear, but it’s still an important part of motorcycle gear.

Sure you can add saddlebags and luggage to your ride, but sometimes you simply can’t pass up the convenience of a simple bag you carry with you. With that said, you don’t want to just go out and grab any backpack off the shelf, you want to have a backpack that was designed for motorcycle riders.

10 Best Scooter Jackets You Can Buy Right Now

Scooters aren’t as popular in the U.S. as motorcycles, but they’re still important players in the transportation world, and you need the right gear if you ride one. That means you’ll need to think about scooter jackets.

As I’ve said before, you don’t want just any scooter jacket, you should try to find the best scooter jacket out there.

I decided I’d comb through the listings of the jackets out there and find the very best scooter jackets for you to consider. Check out my picks below.

What are the Best Vintage Moped Brands?

I love bikes of all shapes and sizes, but vintage mopeds have a special place in my heart, so I thought I’d talk about the best vintage moped brands out there in case you’re in the market.

When I think of vintage mopeds, I think of bikes with pedals or pegs. Scooters are a whole other topic, which I might discuss at a later date.

I currently own a Tomos Golden Bullet. But the Tomos isn’t the only vintage moped I’ve owned, and it likely won’t be the last. So, with that, let’s take a look at the best moped brands you can own.

Roundup: 3 Best Motorcycle News Stories of the Week – October 9

At the end of every week, I try to do a motorcycle news roundup of the most important stories.

This week Ducati, KTM, and Zero Motorcycles make the cut. These are the stories that you need to know from the last seven days.

Let’s dive in.

The Types of Leather Used in Leather Jackets and Why it Matters

The Right Types of Leather Matter

The leather jacket is synonymous with motorcycle riding and has been for decades. From the early Schott jackets to the modern leather jackets from a wide variety of manufacturers and brands, the leather jacket has been a key part of many a motorcyclist identity.

With that said, not all leather jackets are the same. There’s a wide variety of styles and qualities out there for you to choose from, and you’ll want to find one of the best leather jackets if you plan to ride.

The type of leather used in the jacket matters, and there’s quite a bit more to it than you might realize. With this in mind, I thought it best to take a look at the types of leather jackets to inform you of what to look for when shopping for a motorcycle jacket.

Zack Courts Reviews a 2021 BMW R 18

Looking for one of the craziest cruisers on the market? The 2021 BMW R 18 is it. The motorcycle has a massive boxer twin engine and some old-school style.

Zack Courts had the chance to review the R 18 recently and give his thoughts about the bike.

There’s certainly a lot of merits to this motorcycle, but it’s not a perfect bike

Roundup: 3 Best Motorcycle News Stories of the Week – October 2

Every week I do a roundup of the most important motorcycle news stories. This week’s roundup is definitely one worth checking out.

Zero Motorcycles, Polaris, Harley-Davidson, and Triumph are all in the news this week.

Let’s dive into the stories and see what’s been happening.

5 Best Motorcycle Saddlebags For Any Motorcycle

Saddlebags are often a bike-specific type of motorcycle gear, but there are plenty of motorcycle saddlebags out there that can be used on pretty much any bike.

With that in mind, I wanted to find the best motorcycle saddlebags for any motorcycle. This type of luggage is one of the most popular so it’s worth doing a closer look.

Do Small 125cc Motorcycles Make for Good First Bikes?

There’s a slew of small 125cc motorcycles out there these days. But the question I get regularly is, “Do small 125cc motorcycle make for a good first bike?”

My answer? Yes and No. It really depends on what you want.

These small (sometimes mini motorcycles) can be excellent first bikes. However, I say that with some caveats. Let me explain