Arai is a helmet manufacturer that is synonymous with premium, top quality helmets. Those who wear an Arai know helmets and know quality. In the dual sport/ADV world, the Arai XD4 has an almost cult-like status. The helmet was made famous with the reality series Long Way Round featuring Charlie Boorman and his pal, actor …
If you are looking for a way to safely transport your motorcycle in a truck or trailer or leave it in the garage for a couple of days, then a motorcycle chock is exactly what you need. A good chock provides you exactly the peace of mind you want regarding your motorcycle’s safety. This is …
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So you have had your favorite helmet for a while now. You may be wondering when or even if you will need to replace it. Read on to find out. Most helmet manufacturers recommend that you replace your helmet 5 years from the date of purchase or up to 7 years from the date of …
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A battery is an essential part of a motorcycle. It’s what starts and runs the engine no matter how bad the weather and roads are. But a bad battery that you thought you bought at a good price can also be the reason you are left stranded in the middle of nowhere because well, your …
There are two forces working against us when a rider falls off the bike. One is friction. This occurs in the slide. It’s why we wear leather, or ballistic nylon. They protect our skin. The other is impact. This is the force of the rider falling off the bike and meeting the pavement. We can …
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Whether you are buying your first motorcycle or your fifth, buying a bike is an exciting time. You’ve likely been dreaming of this day for a while. Bikes aren’t cheap and you don’t want to make any wrong moves and have your dreams come crashing down. We here at Moto Affliction want buying your new …
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At the time of this writing, the heat of summer is in full swing. If you are an atgatt rider (all the gear all the time and I hope you are), then you know there are days that it can be too hot to ride. It’s not always easy to afford multiple pieces of gear …
Chances are if you are reading this article you are in the market for a new set of tires. If your tires are worn, don’t delay. Your tires are the only thing holding you to the road. If they are worn your handling along with its grip are compromised. Riding has enough risks. Take care …
You can’t afford to make a mistake in choosing the right tent. Once you hop on your bike and head miles from home, there is no turning back. If your shelter fails, you could be in for some trouble. Another thing you want to avoid is a costly mistake. Even if your shelter is technically …
Getting wet sucks. Riding for any length of time while drenched is not only uncomfortable, it can be dangerous too. Mentally its draining and hypothermia is a real risk. We all know how uncomfortable riding in wet clothes can get. Fortunately, there is a simple solution to all your rain troubles- good motorcycle rain gear! …
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