Biking tips

Adjusting your bike’s suspension is one of the most satisfying modifications you can make to your motorcycle at home. The good news is that most modern bikes have adjustable suspension, you don’t need specialist tools to do it, and it’s quicker and easier...

While the UK, along with the rest of the world, is on lockdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak, many of us are spending extended amounts of time in our garages, carrying out maintenance and making modifications to our motorcycles. When everything is going...

Motorcycle theft is a real problem in the UK but as motorcyclists we can play our part in making life as difficult as possible for the bad guys by making our bikes as secure as possible. There are numerous security devices on the markets, such as alarms...

As we move into the later months of the year and we say hello to the wetter weather, summer feels like all but a distant memory. And we find ourselves digging out our old winter coats, our neck gaiters and our thermals.  Whilst some people love riding...

It’s a constant discussion I have with my biking buddies, do you carry on riding all winter? Or do you store your pride and joy and keep her safe, warm and dry all winter? I can see both sides of the argument, and it all depends on your bike, budget, and...

We Brits are known for being perpetually unprepared for adverse weather conditions. Waking up to a thick blanket of snow can send commuters into a frenzy and grind traffic to a halt – especially when the roads are covered in ice. Tips for riding your bike...

Most riders like to challenge themselves on their motorcycle, and for many, nothing beats the thrill of going on a real adventure on their two-wheeled pride and joy. It’s an opportunity to explore the country-side, take in spectacular scenery, and test...

You’ve probably been in this situation before, when you pull up to a petrol station and start filling up, only to hear a sudden muffled voice coming from the tannoy. You turn around and see the puzzled face staring at you from inside the station, while...

Arguably the most important safety concern when riding your motorbike is staying focused. Now, it does sound absurd but losing focus can actually be pretty easy. We’ve all been there, you’re stuck in a long line of traffic coasting along and the next...

Filtering through traffic on your motorbike is fundamentally a safe thing to do, as long as you do it right – and it is perfectly legal in the UK. However, it’s important to remember that any form of overtaking has its risks, and filtering still has laws...

With ever increasing fuel costs and rising congestion on our roads, it’s no wonder that many people are choosing to ride mopeds.  Mopeds can be generally cheaper when it comes to insurance and running costs, and they’re an ideal vehicle for commuting...

Similar to car insurance, in most cases, young motorbike riders have to pay a higher insurance premium due to the fact they’ve probably only recently passed their tests and don’t have much experience out on the road just yet. Here’s the different types of...