March 2014 Archives - Motorcycle Mojo

Sometimes a Compromise is all it Takes

When there are different opinions of what a bike trip should be, ingenuity becomes the mother of invention, and a homemade toy hauler satisfies both parties My husband, Les, is an adventurer; in July...

Getting Real at Bikers Reunion

You know it’s a meaningful weekend when a grassroots motorcycle event washes away all the pessimism in Temiskaming Shores There are so many charity rallies in Ontario that it’s difficult to make...

Riding the Dark Continent – Part I

Considered to be the world’s oldest continent and the birthplace of humanity, Africa was once called the Dark Continent because of the mystery that surrounded it, and for its unforgiving and...

A Different Kind of Honda Dream

It’s funny what some people will do when a challenge is put in front of them. Case in point: Fred Belanger was prompted by a friend to build a bike for a local biker build-off competition back in...

A Shrine to the British Motorcycle Industry

Just as Britannia once ruled the waves, Britain once ruled the world’s motorcycle industry. While it is inevitable that every dynasty eventually falls, the memory must remain alive. Late this past...

A New Toy for the Sandbox

KTM claims the Adventure is the world’s safest motorcycle – it uses cutting-edge technology, including lean-sensitive traction control and ABS, and it can tackle any terrain with ease. Could it...

A Refined Touring Companion

Jaded on sport bikes Not ready for a full-blown tourer and giant trailies don’t quite tickle your fancy Well, how about a motorcycle that eats up traffic and kilometres quickly and in comfort Add...

Tires Deciphered Part 1

Maybe the attention you pay to your tires doesn’t go beyond sprucing up the sidewalls with tire-cleaning products, but the next time you do that, have a closer look at them. Significant information...