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Ohlins Suspension Review

Ohlins Suspension Review

Not only did Santa leave presents for all the good boys and girls in December – thanks Santa for my thermal undergarments – he also left a gift for the Swinton Bikes Hayabusa in the shape of a full set of Ohlins suspension consisting of a complete set of road and track forks and the fully [...]

Suzuki Hayabusa 20,030 Mile Review

Having recently broken the 20,000 mile barrier on the Hayabusa, I thought I would take the opportunity to review the bike and the modifications we have made after riding it for almost 2 years.

No! to EU Anti-Bike Legislation

I’m hoping that Brussels does not get its way with the ridiculous anti-bike legislation covered by the proposed EU plans due to take effect from 2014.

Motorcycle Live NEC Bike Show 2011 Review

Fresh from a visit to Motorcycle Live 2011 at the NEC in Birmingham, I have well and truly feasted my eyes on all the new bikes currently in production or due for a 2012 release. After weeks of being teased by all the main motorcycle publications about what can be expected to be seen at this [...]

Lifesaving Motorcycles

Lifesaving Motorcycles

I was recently thinking about how essential motorcycles are and the important roles they play in the world. There are times when motorcycles save lives and I thought I’d share my thoughts on the subject.

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