It’s common to see custom bikes with swanky high-end shocks propping up their tails. Swapping out the rear suspension on a twin-shock bike is quick and easy, and can have a big impact on both handling and style. But if you upgrade your rear suspension without upgrading your front suspension, you’re doing it wrong. There…
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“This is not a project bike” is a lie I frequently tell my significant other. But the truth is, I can’t help myself (and she knows it, judging by how she rolls her eyes). Although my 2012-model Triumph Bonneville SE is a handsome enough motorcycle out the box, it looks even better when you gradually…
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We rarely publish a motorcycle gear review without at least one caveat or gripe. But once in a while, a product comes along that effortlessly ticks every last box on our scrupulous list of must-haves. Or, in the case of Saint’s Inside Out and Road gloves, two products. It’s no secret that we’re fans of…
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My gear closet is overflowing with motorcycle sneakers these days, but I’m not complaining. I’ve always been more of a sneaker than a boot guy, and finding motorcycle riding gear that fits my personal style while keeping me safe is always a win. Lately, I’ve been putting miles into the Stylmartin Zed WP—a waterproof protective…
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In my relentless pursuit of motorcycle gear that’s both stylish and comfortable, I’ve put miles into two offerings from Portland’s Icon Motosports;…
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Calling All Café Racer Picassos: Your Garage Dreams Deserve a T-Shirt Tired of cookie-cutter motorcycle apparel that screams ‘generic biker dude’ louder…
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In the 16 years that Bike EXIF has been online, we’ve only ever produced merchandise twice. Both times, they were one-off products…
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I have a love-hate relationship with tank bags. Having storage space right in front of you on a long ride is undeniably…
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Saint came out of nowhere when they burst onto the scene with the world’s first single-layer CE-approved motorcycle denim. The Melbourne-based brand…
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I got lucky when I bought my 2012-model Triumph Bonneville SE last year. A single-owner bike with less than 1,500 miles on…
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It used to be that if you wanted a retro-styled helmet to match your retro-styled motorcycle, your choices were a handful of…
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The holidays are here, and gift-giving is in full swing, but the motorcycle enthusiast in the family can be tough to shop…
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In the realm of classic motorcycles, terms like ‘rare’ and ‘expensive’ are objective. If very few examples of a particular bike remain,…
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The crisp air, vibrant foliage, and open roads make the fall an enticing season for motorcycle enthusiasts. As the leaves change color,…
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I have a confession to make. Even though I have a closet full of motorcycle riding gear, I do sometimes skimp. And…
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