The Vault Archives - Motorcycle Mojo

Garage Musings

A few tech tips that can only come from experience. Winter arrived early in eastern Canada this year, which means I’ve been spending more time in my workshop. My Kawasaki KLR650 got a major...

The Anti-Social Rider

All motorcyclists have a passion for riding on two wheels in common; having the unlimited quiet time in the helmet is a bonus. I’ve always been an introverted person; simply stated, being around...

Digital Helmets

I’ve been obsessing a little over helmets as of late. I’m concurrently testing three, and researching about a dozen more, so it’s become a preoccupation that, true to my unfettered ADHD, has me...

Precision Measuring Tools

Proper care of these items is crucial to retain their accuracy. I once owned several high-quality Starrett measuring instruments, including several micrometers, a dial caliper, snap gauges, small...

Future Technologies

First, a confession of sorts. Back when the world was young and bikes wore carburetors, I wrote my engineering thesis on anti-lock brakes for motorcycles. I was 21 years old and, like all callow...

Everything Before or After is Just Waiting

I’ve been hibernating; winter has helped make this happen. But moreso, I find myself frozen, waiting for the next big ride I’ll have. I had a great year in 2025. Aside from a broken hand in the...

Powerful Innovations

The V3R has landed. Or, at least, has almost landed, with Honda gracing this year’s EICMA show — the most important motorcycle exposition in the world — with a fully finished example of its...

Twenty-Five Years Under the Influence

When my parents first started Motorcycle Mojo Magazine, I didn’t have the wherewithal to understand just how special this publication could be. I had always enjoyed reading magazines and books, but...

Automatics

The technology is here to encourage more people to get into riding. Automatic motorcycles — or at least, motorcycles that don’t have a clutch lever — are more prevalent now than at any other...

Ethanol Fuel Woes

Well, it looks like we’ve been thrown a curveball in Quebec. As of last August 14, the province has approved 15 per cent ethanol (E15) gasoline as it works toward a mandatory minimum ethanol...

Through a Beginner’s Perspective

It’s easy to forget the challenges facing a beginner rider: remembering every step while starting a motorcycle; struggling with smooth gear shifts; braking without stalling; and maintaining focus...

Riding in Italy

As you can see from that incredible Bimota on the cover, I spent some time in Italy this summer. Actually, truth be told, I spend some time every summer in Italy and it’s specifically because of...