May 5, 2011
Gear: Alpinestars Scout Waterproof Boots
Alpinestars claims that these Scout Waterproof Boots are good for wearing on both dual sports and sport tourers. Looking at their tall uppers, huge buckles and thick soles, I was skeptical of that. But, after wearing them on a WR250R, Moto Guzzi Norge and Shamu, they totally do work across a range of riding positions. They’re way more flexible than they look, honestly waterproof, rugged and low ...
05 May 2011
News
Trade in your old helmet for a new AGV
Helmets only have a shelf life of five or so years, with deterioration in the EPS liners and adhesives negatively impacting safety beyond that point. Despite that, many motorcyclists, especially casual riders, keep helmets far past their use by date. To promote helmet use, AGV USA is offering and across-the-range 20 percent discount to anyone exchanging an older motorcycle helmet of any brand. The...
05 May 2011
News
Video: 2012 MV Agusta F4 RR
With a new HiPo Ducati coming out this fall, the other Italian superbike makers are rushing to up power, drop weight and add electronics in order to compete. This official teaser video shows the 2012 MV Agusta F4 RR, a bike which the company has told dealers will make 198bhp thanks to a new short-stroke "Corsocorta" motor which ups power from 186bhp on the stock 2010 MV Agusta F4. The price for mo...
05 May 2011