Common misconceptions about dirt bikes on NZ roads.
There’s a lot of misinformation out there, not just around motorcycles, but let's take a walk down this meandering path and attempt to clear up some of the points that
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Group Intercom Recorded Directly In-Camera - FINALLY!
Forgive me if I’m late to the party, but this discovery has been a game-changer, and I haven’t seen anyone else discussing it yet. A couple of years ago, I recorded
Beta RX 350 2T could be coming to NZ, along with RX 250 2-T
Eagle-eyed enthusiasts who closely followed the latest updates from EICMA last month may have caught sight of a very intriguing machine: a 350cc two-stroke adorned with the Beta logo. This bike, which we
Moto Guzzi Stelvio
As a motorcyclist with years of experience, the thrill of “firsts” becomes an elusive unicorn. But today? Today, I saddled up for a monumental first. I rode my very first Moto Guzzi. And
KTM in financial trouble, and announces restructuring.
Big Orange A.K.A KTM, the Austrian Giant has been flooding the NZ market, and in fact the world with motorcycles for years. They have been known to force motorcycle stock down
TIGER SPORT 660 GAINS EXTRA ADVANCED RIDER-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY
Welcome to the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 — an award-winning middleweight that’s all about giving riders more of what they love: versatility, performance, and now, even more tech. If you’re looking
Beta Alp 4.0 Pricing Confirmed
Beta Motorcycles is thrilled to announce the upcoming arrival of the Beta Alp 4.0 to the New Zealand market this December. With an exceptional price of $11,990 RRP including GST, plus
New Suspension for the Yamaha Tenere 700
If you believe the internet, one of the weakest points on the Tenere 700 is the suspension. I've never seen an issue, possibly partly because I don't know better.
GSX-8S - Fuel Economy
When we think about motorcycles, it’s easy to fixate on horsepower figures, torque specs, or flashy colors. But after spending serious time with a bike, the practicalities start to matter a lot
Tenere 700 YSS Suspension Upgrade
In just two and a half years of owning my Tenere 700, I’ve managed to clock up an impressive 40,000 km. During that time, there’s one question that people seem
The 3 most satisfying things about the Moto Morini Seiemmezzo 6 1/2
When it comes to motorcycles, small details can make a big difference. Sometimes, it's the subtle aspects of design and feel that elevate a machine from "pretty good" to
2025 Triumph Trident 660 Unveiled! ⚡ Is This the New Street King?
Triumph has been a name synonymous with innovation and performance, and for 2025, they’ve once again raised the bar with their award-winning Trident 660. Originally launched in 2020, the Trident 660 captivated
Moto Morini New Zealand Expands Dealer Network with Two New Locations
Moto Morini New Zealand is excited to announce the expansion of its dealer network with the addition of two new locations. NZ Motorcycle Centre in Upper Hutt and Precision Motorcycles in Christchurch are
Oakley moves to Darbi Accessories
Oakley’s MotoX range has found a new Kiwi Distributor in the form of Darbi Accessories after its previous New Zealand distributor, Northern Accessories, went under earlier this year. Darbi Accessories, is known
Triumph Motorcycles Announce Enduro Team Manager
Triumph Motorcycles has announced its intentions to compete in the world of Enduro motorcycling with Paul Edmondson set to lead the firm's official team. Motorsport legend and former world champion Paul
Moto Morini drops NZ pricing and adds free accessories
After spending a year with the Moto Morini X-Cape, we reckon its pretty good value in the adventure touring sector, and now that's getting even better with Moto Morini NZ confirming
Cardo Announces the Packtalk Pro
In an announcement overnight Cardo, Makers of the Packtalk Edge and Bold before it, have released details on a new model to join the Packtalk family. The Packtalk Pro will be released on
Michelin gets a new distributor in NZ
Those who have had to go with other tyre brands lately due to a lack of supply of Michelin tyres can rest easy knowing there has been a new distributor appointed in NZ.
CFMOTO 450MT - First Ride
Theres been a lot of chatter on the internet about the CFMOTO 450MT, but I didn't realise how excited people would be to finally see it in person. Since the launch
Metzeler Karoo Extreme
Recently, I had the pleasure of attending the Horowhenua Motorcycle Club’s Sand Country Run event, and I can confidently say it was one of the most enjoyable rides I’ve had on