Tag: rider experience

  • The BMW R1300GS with its ASA system may feel unfamiliar at first – riding without a clutch is a real shift in habit – but stick with it and things start to click. Learn how it responds to throttle inputs,…

    Mastering the BMW R1300GS and its ASA Gearbox
  • My longest and most demanding Blood Bike shift yet. From motorway relays to navigating a confusing hospital site & battling heavy traffic – plus a reminder that behind each shift is a network of volunteers making it possible.

    A Day in the Life of a Blood Biker: Deliveries and Challenges
  • I’ve just made a change I didn’t expect, I’ve bought a BMW R 1300 GS. After a period of trying to make other bikes work, something had to give. What I once saw as a safe, predictable choice may prove…

    A Change of Direction: Saying Yes to the  BMW GS
  • Buying a new motorcycle should be one of the most exciting parts of riding, but too often the dealership experience falls short. Poor communication and a lack of engagement can leave customers frustrated. Click through to see what dealerships could…

    Do Motorcycle Dealerships Need to Try Harder?
  • In 2022, I embarked on an unforgettable adventure to the Lightweight Adventurers Festival, an annual motorcycle gathering nestled in the breathtaking Peak District. The event was tailor-made for those of us who share a passion for lightweight motorcycles and the…

    The Lightweight Adventurers Festival in the Peak District