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Tried and tested: Givi Corium review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Givi Corium review

First and foremost, the Givi Corium is a very nice-looking piece of luggage. Formed in a classic brown and in what appears, from a distance, to be leather but is, in fact, vegan-friendly PU leather...

Motorcycle lifts and benches buying guide | How they make bike maintenance a joy and our favourites

14 September 2023 by Phil Clarke

Motorcycle lifts and benches buying guide | How they make bike maintenance a joy and our favourites

Nothing beats the feeling of accomplishment you get from working on your own motorbike. Whether you’re simply cleaning the chain or getting your hands dirty with something more serious, almost every...

MCN's guide to the best motorcycle touring boots: Safe, rugged footwear for long-haul riding

14 September 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

MCN's guide to the best motorcycle touring boots: Safe, rugged footwear for long-haul riding

There are a lot of different types of motorcycle boots to choose from, all focused on different purposes and features. For riders who want to travel any real distance – whether it’s a long day-trip, a...

Tried and tested: Held Spot gloves review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Held Spot gloves review

When it comes to riding in the summer, I like short-cuff, lightweight and perforated gloves like these Held Spots. They feel great on the hands, give excellent feel for the bike’s controls and...

Tried and tested: Vanucci VAJ-4 textile jacket review

14 September 2023 by Ben Clarke

Tried and tested: Vanucci VAJ-4 textile jacket review

The unfortunately named Vanucci VAJ-4 textile jacket forms part of the brand’s modular bike kit range called Vanucci+ that lets the rider pick and choose which layers they want to buy and wear. So,...

Tried and tested: RST Paragon 2 review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: RST Paragon 2 review

These RST Paragon 2 motorcycle boots can cover many needs; waterproof, sporty, slim and comfortable and fairly warm. However, don’t make the mistake of thinking they will do you through the depths of...

Tried and tested: Mosko Moto Reckless 80L Revolver review

14 September 2023 by Laura Thomson

Tried and tested: Mosko Moto Reckless 80L Revolver review

The Mosko Moto Reckless 80L Revolver is a rackless soft luggage solution that aims to give maximum capacity with minimum modification. Elspeth Beard rode around the world with a set of...

Tried and tested: Momo Firegun 3 boots review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Sometimes, you want some protection but you don’t want the bulk, the stiffness or the warmth of a pair of high-leg boots. You may be out on a summer ride or for a short blast and want something light and comfortable. You might be out in your favourite slim-fit riding jeans and don’t want to tuck them inside a tall sports boot. In which case, a pair of short, more urban boots are what you’re...

Tried and tested: Weise Apex motorcycle gloves review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Weise Apex motorcycle gloves review

Lots of people favour full length gloves for every ride – the additional protection they can offer over the wrist makes them feel more reassured. I, however, tend to prefer shorter gloves particularly...

Tried and tested: Held Iconic Evo tailpack review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Held Iconic Evo tailpack review

The Held Iconic Evo is a motorcycle tailpack with. aslim profile and tall design a bit like a top box. When it comes to carrying clobber on the bike, there are numerous ways to do it. A rucksack is...

Road Mesh gloves review | Bargain summer gloves that punch well above their weight

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Road Mesh gloves review | Bargain summer gloves that punch well above their weight

In truth, £30 doesn’t get you much nowadays; a family ‘feast’ at the golden arches, a couple of months of Netflix or a fill-up on most bikes (and not even a whole fill-up on some). However, it will...

Autobrite Direct Extreme Range review | A comprehensive cleaning kit for the dedicated detailer

14 September 2023 by Ryan Gilmore

Autobrite Direct Extreme Range review | A comprehensive cleaning kit for the dedicated detailer

Since 2005 Autobrite Direct has been offering an excellent range of cleaning products perfect for keeping cars looking better than new. It’s now launched a selection of motorcycle cleaning products...

Tried and tested: Alpinestars Faster V2 review

14 September 2023 by Joseph Wright

Tried and tested: Alpinestars Faster V2 review

The Alpinestars Faster V2 is a sporty leather motorbike jacket that pairs protection fit for the track with comfort, practicality and style for the road. It follows the original Faster jacket which...

Tried and tested: Healtech Thunderbox review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Healtech Thunderbox review

One of the issues if you run a collection of electrical accessories – sat-nav, heated kit, phone charger, spotlights – is remembering to turn it all off when you get to your destination and hop off...

Tried and tested: Sena RC3 Remote Control review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Sena RC3 Remote Control review

The Sena RC3 is a handlebar mounted remote control for Sena’s Bluetooth intercom systems that allow you to control phone calls, media and more at the touch of a button. Ordinarily, you might think...

Tried and tested: Oxford Mint bike care range review

14 September 2023 by MCN

Tried and tested: Oxford Mint bike care range review

Mint smells nice, has a close association with freshness and goes well with lamb. Most of these are good affinities to have when looking for bike cleaning products, like the Oxford Mint bike care...

Tried and tested: Ring RSC706 Battery Charger review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Ring RSC706 Battery Charger review

There’s little particularly interesting about a battery charger. That is until you have a weakening battery, or are perhaps not planning on using the bike for a while over winter, and you want to look...

Tried and tested: Metrovac Blaster Sidekick review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Metrovac Blaster Sidekick review

When I first tested this Metrovac Blaster Sidekick motorcycle dryer, it was selling at £150. For that kind of money, I came to the conclusion that I would stick with a chamois leather or a microfibre...

Tried and tested: Draper Expert T-handle hex keys review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Draper Expert T-handle hex keys review

Many of us will have a set of Allen keys in our toolkits that have been there forever. I know I have – several – and they are generally a bit rusty and a bit unloved. There is though another set of...

Tried and tested: Ferodo HH sintered brake pads review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Ferodo HH sintered brake pads review

Royal Enfield’s Himalayan mini adventure bike has been a great success, thanks to its charm and keen price, of less than £5,000 brand new. However, it is not without its limitations and one has been...

The thigh's the limit! MCN's guide to choosing the best motorcycle leg bag for you

14 September 2023 by Charlotte King

The thigh's the limit! MCN's guide to choosing the best motorcycle leg bag for you

When riding a motorcycle there are certain bits and bobs that we need or want to carry with us; earplugs, mobile phone, keys, bank cards and so on. Sometimes pockets are enough but if you ride in...

Do it yourself! A buying guide to garage essentials for a basic motorcycle toolkit

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Do it yourself! A buying guide to garage essentials for a basic motorcycle toolkit

Whether you strip down and rebuild your bikes from spindle to spindle, service your bike at home to save money, or simply look after your chain, you will require a certain amount of tools. Some...

Torquing heads... A guide to the best motorcycle torque wrenches, an essential tool for any fettler

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Torquing heads... A guide to the best motorcycle torque wrenches, an essential tool for any fettler

Pretty much every nut and bolt on your motorcycle will have a pre-determined torque figure according to the manufacturer, so every motorbike toolkit should include a torque wrench. Whether you just...

Tried and tested: Jabra Elite Active 75T earbud review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Jabra Elite Active 75t wireless earbuds are Bluetooth headphones just slim enough to wear under your helmet when riding your motorcycle. A pair of earbuds or earphones are not the obvious choice when it comes to reducing in-helmet noise. However, there are several reasons you should give them a try. Using earbuds gives some functionality of an intercom system, but there’s a more serious...

Tried and tested: Gedore 172 Piece Socket Set review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Gedore 172 Piece Socket Set review

One of the key ingredients in any home mechanic’s toolkit is a decent socket set. However, getting the right size, particularly for working on motorcycles, is tricky. The Gedore 172 piece socket set...

Tried and tested: Oxford F1 18-litre tailpack review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Oxford F1 18-litre tailpack review

If you have a small amount of gear to carry with you on your bike but don’t fancy – or like – wearing a rucksack, then a tailpack like the Oxford F1 is a great option. You can get all sizes of...

Tried and tested: Abba Superbike Stand Review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Abba Superbike Stand Review

This novel take on a motorcycle paddock stand from Abba is a great addition to your home workshop for general maintenance and cleaning. It’s a fact of life that if your bike has – or can have an...

Tried and tested: Lomo 20L Rollbag review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Lomo 20L Rollbag review

Sometimes, if you’re heading out on a long trip or a short tour, you need some simple luggage to cart your stuff with you. You might not want to wear a rucksack or fit semi-permanent luggage, like...

Tried and tested: Triumph Tiger 900 official accessories review

14 September 2023 by Adam Binnie

Tried and tested: Triumph Tiger 900 official accessories review

There is a long list of factory fit accessories for the Triumph Tiger 900 family of bikes so we thought we’d give some of it a try, starting with the aluminium luggage set. If it’s one thing that...

Tried and tested: T.ur G-Zero winter gloves review

14 September 2023 by Adam Binnie

Tried and tested: T.ur G-Zero winter gloves review

On the other hand the T.ur G-Zero promises maximum warmth in even the most extreme weather, with a clever double glove structure than keeps unnecessary padding to a minimum too. Passive gloves that do...

Tried and tested: Cardo Packtalk Bold review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Cardo Packtalk Bold review

While for many, motorcycling is about isolation and distraction from the rest of the world, others like to stay in touch, and for them, a motorcycle intercom – such as the Cardo Packtalk Bold – fitted...

Tried and tested: Shark Ridill review

14 September 2023 by Gareth Evans

Tried and tested: Shark Ridill review

Shark’s Ridill is a low-price, high-feature motorbike helmet that would suit new riders perfectly. It’s not perfect, as you’d expect for a lid at this price point, but for a starting point it’s ideal,...

Tried and tested: Kappa WA402S rucksack review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Kappa WA402S rucksack review

This Kappa WA402S rucksack is formed from PVC tarpaulin, the material will prevent any and all water from entering, ensuring that your contents stay safe and dry whatever the conditions. There are...

Your guide to top motorcycle camping tents for self-sufficient touring adventures, whatever your budget

14 September 2023 by Robin Kirkley

Your guide to top motorcycle camping tents for self-sufficient touring adventures, whatever your budget

Motorcycle camping tents are a home away from home that can be carried on your touring bike on any self-sufficient motorcycle camping adventure. It’s where you rest your weary head after a day in the...

Tried and tested: Furygan Blizzard heated motorcycle gloves review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Furygan Blizzard heated motorcycle gloves review

A decent pair of gloves like these Furygan Blizzards is crucial for anyone who rides throughout winter. Irrespective of the protection offered by the bike – whether from handguards, fairing, bodywork...

Tried and tested: Dane Fyre heated gloves review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Tried and tested: Dane Fyre heated gloves review

The march of time affects everything and sadly, it has meant that the Dane Fyre heated gloves are now discontinued, though if you hunt hard enough, you can still find them around albeit in limited...