June 2026 Archives - Motorcycle Mojo

Thunderbird

Thor manufactured motorcycles for only a few years, making those that remain very rare indeed The pioneer years of American motorcycling from 1901 to 1916 saw almost 300 different manufacturers —...

Introduction to Adventure

A non-intimidating ADV bike for those ready to try something a little different. Adventure riding is very gratifying, but for many riders it can also be...

A Lifelong Dream Accomplished

The Baja Rally’s finish wasn’t without mental and physical anguish. Stage five promised a mix of fast, flowy and technical riding, with some tough navigation, and single track. And it was a...

A South African Motorcycle Camping Adventure

A three-week motorcycle trip from Cape Town to Durban burns indelible memories into the mind. Devouring my first kudu burger in Mossel Bay — the western...

Despite The Hurdles

Two months ago, Kayla Yaakov became the first woman ever to earn a podium finish at Daytona’s famed Speedway, putting her Rahal Ducati Panigale V2 behind only Josh Herrin and Tyler Scott in the...

Progress At Your Own Pace

Humans are interesting creatures. We strive and push ourselves independently, while consistently comparing ourselves to others. It’s instinctive: we look at others around us and consider whether...

My Favourite Sportster Generation

Harley-Davidson Sportsters are among my favourite motorcycles. They’re simple, slender, easy to maintain, and, for the most part, they look great. There have been many generations since their...

Life Lessons

The things you learn on the road that were never taught in school. Back in school, our teacher loved to re-focus our scattered attention by exploding gas-filled balloons in the name of science. If he...

All Aboard the Northern Adventure

Escaping the dry heat of the Okanagan for the chilly rain of Haida Gwaii. It’s 6 a.m. The rain has stopped and it’s 13 C in Prince Rupert, B.C. I’m packing away a very wet tent and making a cup...

Leatt ADV 8.5 Hydradri Boots

Heavy-duty boots for heavy-duty abuse and protection. There isn’t much arguing with the fact that ADV touring bikes are the de facto standard genre of...