Thursday Jun 08, 2023

8 Reasons Why The Honda Rebel 500 Is The Best Entry-Level Cruiser Bike

Honda has been a big part of the metric cruiser market for decades now, but its products have somehow always seemed a little underwhelming. Even their huge powerful bikes often left enthusiasts uninspired.


Their approach to the Rebel lineup is a little different, instead of trying to copy other manufacturers with big V-twin engines, the brand has stuck to something they know very well. Its parallel twins trade character for reliability, but at the low end of the market, this makes a whole lot of sense.

Although the bottom of the range 300 is possibly a little too underpowered for

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Best Bike Repair Stands of 2022

The Expert: With almost 30 years of experience as a bicycle mechanic, product developer, and now Deputy Editor of Bicycling’s test team, I have seen and used every style of bike repair stands. I’ve worked on bikes in one of the top pro shops in New York City, visited some of the largest bicycle factories in the world as a product director, traveled with elite mountain bike teams, and wrenched on countless bikes of my own in garages, basements, and parking lots.


The 11 Best Bike Repair Stands


What to Consider When Shopping for a Bike Repair Stand

For most

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Join Rider Magazine on the Exclusive Edelweiss Bike Travel Unknown Italy Tour


Edelweiss Bike Travel Unknown Italy Tour

Edelweiss Bike Travel, a worldwide leader in motorcycle tours and travel since 1980, has organized an exclusive tour for Rider magazine. Join one of Rider’s editors on the Unknown Italy Tour, which reveals the secrets of the Appenines, the chain of mountains that runs down the spine of the boot-shaped country.

The 12-day vacation, which runs from Oct. 9-20, 2023, includes travel days on each end, seven riding days, and three rest days (which can also be spent riding!).


Edelweiss Bike Travel Unknown Italy Tour

Related: Edelweiss Bike Travel Releases 2023/24 Tour Brochure

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The tour begins in Florence, the capital city of the Tuscany

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2023 Tvs Motosoul: Motosoul bike fest 2023: How TVS plans to be the next aspirational motorcycle brand with Gen-Z appeal

TVS Motor Company is working towards becoming the next big homegrown brand that caters to the aspirational motorcycle buyer in the country. We recently got a glimpse of this undefined goal’s foundation at the 2023 TVS Motosoul biking festival that was held in Goa. From showcasing the customisation capabilities of the newly launched Ronin platform to offering Flat-Track racing experiences, between TVS Motor Company and TVS Racing, the manufacturer is going full throttle in its bid to transition into a brand that resonates with the motorcycle community of today.
Custom Ronin motorcycles:
The first day packed a lot of
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TVS 650cc-750cc Bike In The Works; To Rival The Kawasaki Z650 And The Triumph Trident 660

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A report suggesting that TVS and its European partner (BMW Motorrad) are co-developing a new 650cc-750cc platform. While the details are scarce, this is a very logical and a potentially beneficial move for both brands.

The 650cc motorcycle segment is a popular one, and lately, many brands are stepping into this segment. While Aprilia dipped its toes in the 650cc class with the Tuono 660, RS 660 and the Tuareg 660, even Royal Enfield too has three products and more incoming.

Meanwhile, BMW Motorrad has a void between its G

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Husqvarna uncovers 2023 Norden 901 Expedition touring bike

Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Inc. has released its new touring machine, the Norden 901 Expedition. It has been designed to offer endless exploration and expertly crafted with a selection of premium Technical Accessories to enhance its outstanding capabilities both on- and off-road.

The Norden 901 Expedition comes complete with long travel WP XPLOR suspension to ensure all riders can explore further and longer. As a finishing touch, the new travel motorcycle features a striking new color scheme to signify its world-traveling intentions.

The Norden 901 Expedition has been designed to offer endless exploration and expertly crafted with a selection of
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