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Riding The Yamaha MT-10 SP

Posted by Ryan Nolan | Nov 21, 2022 | Bikes & Gear | 1 |

Triumph’s Plucky Tiger Sport 660

Posted by Rob Brooks | Sep 6, 2022 | Bikes & Gear | 3 |

Honda’s Hooligan- 2022 Honda CB1000R

Posted by Rob Brooks | Apr 11, 2022 | Bikes & Gear | 0 |

Riding The Yamaha MT-10 SP

by Ryan Nolan | Nov 21, 2022 | Bikes & Gear | 1 |

When the MT-10 was first launched back in 2016, it struck a polarizing figure with that “love it or hate it” Japanese cyberpunk, transformer styling. Then add in that addictive R1-derived powerplant mated to a chassis that strikes a balance between aggressive and comfortable ergonomics. While out of the box many raved about the motorcycle, others felt some upgrades would really take things to the next level and really allow the bike to shine. Unfortunately, here in the USA we often are left wanting when special versions are released only in Europe or Asia. After the MT-10 was released it followed a similar pattern with an SP version, and we were left wishing we lived across the pond.

Triumph’s Plucky Tiger Sport 660

by Rob Brooks | Sep 6, 2022 | Bikes & Gear | 3 |

We’d had the 2022 Tiger Sport 660 in the Road Dirt garage for a couple of weeks already, and I was very much enjoying the bike. I asked Adam, “How would you sum up the little Tiger’s reception so far this year in the North American market?” After a moment of reflection, Adam replied, “It’s the bike nobody knows they want.”

Honda’s Hooligan- 2022 Honda CB1000R

by Rob Brooks | Apr 11, 2022 | Bikes & Gear | 0 |

We were granted the opportunity to sample a CB1000R Black Edition for a little over a month, and what struck me first was the attention to detail in this all-blacked out motorbike. No substantial chrome or brushed aluminum anywhere, from the tank and fenders, to the forks, wheels, radiator and airbox covers, swingarm, headers and pipes, you name it. Black on black. To top it off, Honda tacked on very nice machined bits all around, on the handlebar clamp, swingarm pivots, rear hub, wheel spokes, footpeg mounts and engine covers. This bike is an attention-getter, everywhere we’ve ridden and parked it.

Rolling With A Rebel

by Rob Brooks | Dec 10, 2021 | Bikes & Gear | 5 |

Honda’s venerable Rebel has been a staple in the brand’s cruiser line for decades. First introduced in 1985 as a small displacement/entry level 250cc twin, the bike was bumped up to a 450cc in 1986 and immediately lived up to its name by raising the ire of Harley-Davidson for its cruiser looks and distinctive growl, which the Motor Company unsuccessfully sued them over. The Rebels, both the 250 and short-lived 450, were targeted at younger riders from the outset, in hopes of attracting a new generation to motorcycling. The bike has remained in the Honda CM and CMX line of cruisers off and on over the years before undergoing a complete makeover in 2017, which produced the upgraded 300cc and 500cc bikes that have sold so well to newbies and old farts alike.