May 2017 - Motorcycle Mojo

Nicky Hayden Succumbs to Injuries

American motorcycle racer, Nicky Hayden has passed away at the age of 35 as a result of injuries suffered after he was struck by a vehicle while cycling in Italy late last week. Nicky was...

High on Colorado

Sometimes meeting new friends, pushing yourself on sketchy roads and learning a bit more about life can only happen on a solo ride My wrist alarm was like an air horn in the silence of 4:30 a.m., but...

Ante Up

Suzuki returns as a major player in the litre bike battles The mid-range power delivery on the GSX-R1000R feels almost docile, until I look down at the speedo just before braking for Phillip...

The Final Frontier

After two and a half years riding many parts of the world, this traveler lost her heart to Alaska Skirting northeasterly around Denali National Park, I was hit with countless chevrons of snow-capped...

Mountain Madness

Extreme scenery and challenging riding make this competition a must for any experienced trail rider When I was younger I would daydream about the Dakar Rally. I would rush home from school and watch...

The Wild Life

There are many obstacles on the road for a motorcyclist – some are more predictable than others When I first started riding a few years back, I made a conscious effort to be aware of the other...

This Knucklehead Gets Dapper

Experience has made the author ideally suited to help others Did I mention that I’ve had cancer twice Well, there you go. As such, I have a particular interest in raising money for research and...

Hog on the High

Behind the guise of tried-and-true lies a history on the cutting edge What goes around, comes around, and with the resumption of tribal warfare between Indian and Harley-Davidson in 2017 – not only...

Canadian Selected for VR46 Master Camp

Six young Yamaha stars are about to embark on an exciting chapter in their racing career at the third edition of the Yamaha VR46 Master Camp. The selected students will be taken under the wings of...

J&P Cycles Founder John Parham Passes

Founder of J&P Cycles, John Parham passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2017 having succumbed to his battle with pulmonary fibrosis. John began his business in 1979, and grew it into a world leader...

Reshaping Your Seat

Not all seats are created equal, but with a bit of work, they can be more comfortable. If you’re lucky, you and your bike’s seat get along fine – like a good friend, it’s supportive,...

Klim Apex Jacket

Comfort and efficient design in a superior package. The name says it all – the Klim Apex jacket is at the top of the heap when it comes to sport-touring apparel. It’s kept me dry in the worst...