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Kawasaki Z650 Review and Rating
What the 2026 Z650 S changed, what testers keep criticising, and how Kawasaki's naked 650 twin stacks up against the MT-07 and SV650.
Aug 19
Kawasaki Ninja 650 Review and Rating
Verified specs, dyno figures, owner ratings and recall history for the Kawasaki Ninja 650, and why the naked Z650 undercuts it.
Aug 19
Yamaha YZF-R7 Review and Rating
The Yamaha YZF-R7 is a faired MT-07, not a reborn OW-02. Verified specs, the 2026 electronics update, owner reports and honest rivals.
Aug 19
Suzuki V-Strom 650 and V-Strom 800 Review and Rating
Verified specs, dyno figures, recalls and running costs for the Suzuki V-Strom 650 V-twin and the 776cc parallel twin V-Strom 800 range.
Aug 19
Suzuki GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 Review and Rating
Verified 2027 US specs, dyno numbers, recall history and honest weaknesses for the Suzuki GSX-R600 and the GSX-R750 that outlived it.
Aug 19
Kawasaki Ninja 400 and Ninja 500 Review and Rating
Verified specs, owner reports, recall history and running costs for the Kawasaki Ninja 400 and the Ninja 500 that replaced it.
Aug 19
Motorcycle Stunts in Movies: The Real Riders Behind the Scenes
Bud Ekins made The Great Escape jump. Debbie Evans rode Trinity's freeway chase. The verified stories of the professionals behind film's greatest motorcycle moments.
Aug 19
Women's Motorcycle Gear Shopping: Best Online Finds
When it comes to gearing up for a ride, comfort and safety are key. But for many women riders, finding motorcycle gear that fits well and looks great can be a challenge. I’ve been there, and I know how frustrating it can be to sift through endless options that just don’t feel quite right. That’s why I’m excited to share some of the best online finds for women’s motorcycle gear. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just starting out, these picks will help you feel confident and
Aug 19
Low Rider S vs Low Rider ST: Is the Fairing Worth $5,000?
Same 114 hp High Output 117, same chassis, $5,000 apart. When the ST's fairing and bags are worth it, and when the stripped S is the smarter buy.
Aug 19
Harley-Davidson Knucklehead Guide: 1936 to 1947, the First OHV Big Twin
The Knucklehead, 1936 to 1947: why the first OHV Big Twin founded the modern Harley, which years collectors chase hardest, and how to buy one without getting burned.
Aug 19
What Stunt Riding Does to a Motorcycle: The Maintenance Truth
Tires, clutches, chains, brakes, and bodywork: what stunt practice actually consumes, why practice bikes are treated like sports equipment, and how serious riders keep them alive.
Aug 18
2026 Honda Rebel 1100 Review and Rating: The Sensible Big Cruiser
We rate the 2026 Honda Rebel 1100 8.6/10: Africa Twin power, optional DCT automatic, cruise control and ride modes from $9,699. Honest notes on vibration and character.
Aug 17
Best Touring Motorcycles 2026: Gold Wing, Glides, Roadmaster, and the BMW That Undercuts Them All
Road Glide, Street Glide, Gold Wing Tour, R 1300 RT, Roadmaster, and the new Limiteds compared with verified 2026 prices, weights, and honest downsides.
Aug 17
2026 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Review and Rating: The American ADV, Five Years In
MGR rates the 2026 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 8.3/10: verified specs, honest reliability history, used market value, and proper ADV gear picks.
Aug 17
Burnout Pits: Sturgis, Daytona, and the Culture of the Smoke Show
The burnout pit is rally culture's cheapest pyrotechnics: one rear tire, sacrificed for the crowd. How Sturgis and Daytona made the smoke show a sanctioned tradition.
Aug 17
Fat Boy vs Breakout: Harley's Icon Against Harley's Chopper
Same 117 engine, $400 apart, two very different silhouettes. Fat Boy or Breakout, decided by use case with verified 2026 specs and honest owner sentiment.
Aug 17
Harley-Davidson Panhead Guide: 1948 to 1965, a Collector Focused Buyer Briefing
The Panhead, 1948 to 1965: Hydra-Glide to Electra Glide, which years collectors chase, what drives values, and the ownership realities of a postwar classic.
Aug 17
Stunt Riding Competitions Explained: The Real Series and Events
Stunt riding has real, verifiable competition: The Brawl's V twin contests in the US, StuntGP's international championship in Europe, and a judged sport culture descended from the XDL era.
Aug 16
2026 Honda Rebel 500 Review and Rating: Still the Default First Cruiser
We rate the 2026 Honda Rebel 500 8.9/10: $6,799 with standard ABS, a 414 lb curb weight and Honda reliability. Rebel 300 notes included.
Aug 15
The Most Reliable Harley-Davidsons to Buy in 2026: Year by Year, No Mythology
Engine generation by engine generation: which Harleys hold up, which years to avoid, and the recalls to verify before buying, with sources.
Aug 15
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