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I've had both the 4's and the 5's. There was a lot of cupping on the front of the 4's which I'm not experiencing as much with the 5's. There was noticeable improvement in grip in the wet with the 5's. In my mind it was just the way it was supposed to be with improvement between generations.

Say what you like about BMW, I've owned an 86 K100LT, F800GS, R1200GS and R1250RT. Each maintained according to BMW maintenance schedule. Never had a road breakdown. Replaced some light bulbs and that's it. Admittedly not @Lightcycle type mileage but not garage queens either. IMO BMW are design...

Yes this is very common. The last two I've owned, 2012 R1200GS and 2019 R1250RT followed that pattern. It doesn't seem to matter the quality of the bulb and replacement is awkward but doable with a few hand and finger wounds. Problem solved with the new models of both GS and RT as they are full...

First ride of the year down to Port Hope and back. Part of it was on the 401 and I was worried that my Warm n Safe jacket was wasn't working as I kept turning up the controller and not feeling any warmer. It seems to work much better when you remember to plug it in.

I have an AGV K6 that I bought because of its light weight and relief for my neck. Pleased with the fit, noise level too.

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Thanks for this excellent explanation. I watch MotoGP regularly and thought I had a pretty good understanding but you filled in some blanks in my knowledge.

Parallel roads are being destroyed by huge volumes of traffic avoiding the tolls. Lakeridge Road (Durham 23) pavement is breaking up in the lower section and the cost of repairs will be on the Durham taxpayer. From a motorcycle rider perspective on that road, I've found the traffic volumes...

I recently purchased a Klim airbag vest along with a subscription to IN&Motion. Yesterday I received a "Refer a Friend" email from them for up to four people. It provides for a free three month IN&Motion membership. If you're buying the Klim vest and subscription, send me a PM and I'll provide...

I used a Shoei Neotec and then a Schuberth C3 Pro for many years and liked them both. I never rode with them flipped up but loved the convenience when stopped and the flip down sunscreen on the Schuberth. Modulars are inherently heavier and can be hard on the neck, even more so if you're riding...

I caught an interview with Petrucci a couple of days ago where he said something profound when asked about the difference between MotoGP and Dakar teams. To paraphrase I thought what he said was: At MotoGP your team mate is the enemy. At Dakar your team mates are your friends.

My ride mentality works in a similar way. Here's an example: I'm riding out in Northumberland County and pass a road "Tobacco Road". Next road sign is for "Stoney Lonesome Road" Hmmmm interesting. That's a cool combination of roads. Wonder who came up with those names? Who has the authority in...

For me, the ultimate solution to not being destination focussed was retirement. We spend most of our lives fixed on the fastest route between two points. Even after retirement, it can take a few months, years? to change that behaviour. I always ride alone, no tunes, no phone until I stop for a...

I have been using crossborderpickups.ca for almost everything I buy from the US. I recently bought a waterproof liner and single controller from Warm N Safe. They shipped for free to my Niagara Falls NY address (provided by crossborderpickups.ca) and I picked up the shipment from the Markham...

I was fortunate enough to be able to ride four of the last five days. Every day was a gift to close out the season and some of the most enjoyable riding to the north and east of me with traffic volume much reduced. 15,000 km this season.

I don't think that this is the case at all. He still has the will and determination to test the limits every time but I fear that one good off and landing in previously injured position is going to be career ending.

Riding as late in the year as I can with heated inner jacket, heated grips and heated seat (what luxury!). I have the benefit of mostly being able to pick my riding days and times and there'll be more of those as the golf season ends.

You guys are the king and queen of ride reports. Always an interesting narrative. I really appreciate you posting this and btw I'd gladly pay $100/day just for those views.

I love to watch Marc wrestle with, and continually test the limits of that beast of a bike that Honda has given him but it pains me to think that he's sacrificing his body the way he is. His drive and determination is undeniable but I have to believe his career will come to an end soon at a very...

Does anyone know if Lower Faraday Road is paved all the way now? I heard that there was more construction this summer and there were gravel sections.