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New Aussie motorcycle YouTube channel launches

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Thailand’s loss is Australia’s gain with expat Aussie Les Nyerges returning Down Under after 27 years in Thailand creating successful motorcycle and travel channels on YouTube.

Les returned to Brisbane earlier this year due to the coronavirus pandemic and hasn’t been able to return.

“I’ve still got a tub of unopened yoghurt sitting in the fridge,” he says.

“And then there’s my Ducati Monster 795 that I’m desperately missing.”

Les Nyerges
Les Nyerges and his Ducati Monster in happier times in Thailand

Les doesn’t know when he will be able to return to Thailand, so he has decided to start an Aussie-based motorcycle and travel lifestyle channel called Living for the Ride.

And I get to star in the very first edition as the founder of Motorbike Writer. 

I can’t say I’m the most inspiring subject with some even going so far as to say it’s four minutes of their life they will never get back!
However, you have to admit the production values are excellent.

A nd so they should be; Les’s Capital TV company in Thailand produced more than 1000 travel shows which have also been aired on cable TV in Thailand and throughout South East Asia. His YouTube channels also have more than 26,000 followers.

In Australia, Les has established Destination Productions and he has a load of ideas for more videos about Aussie motorcycling.

That has to be a bonus for riders starved of great online video content!

One of his upcoming videos is a fascinating look at a former racer who is returning to the sport to try to crack the lap record at Warwick’s Morgan Park track. We won’t give the ending away … 

Meanwhile Living for the Ride also features a good library of SEA riding videos from his other channels, so there is plenty to get you excited about this YouTube channel.

Les hopes it may eventually turn into an Aussie TV show.

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VIDEO: Motorcyclist Magazine Reviews the Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300R

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Living the Busa Life

Motorcyclist Magazine recently had a chance to get in the saddle of the Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300R. Adam Waheed of the magazine does a good MC Commute ride on this machine, showing that despite the bike’s age it still has what it takes to thrill you.

The Hayabusa has been out for seven years in its current form. It’s been pulled from most markets due to its emissions, but it still endures in certain markets. Suzuki lists this machine on its USA and Australian websites, and it likely won’t stay for long. There have been rumors of a Hayabusa replacement, so if you love the Busa, then you should consider getting one before it receives an update. Or, heck, maybe you want to wait.

With this bike being out for so long, there are plenty of them on the used market that you can pick up for very little money. Some have been modified time and time again, but when you find an unmolested one, you’ll have a very nice sportbike to ride. Even if you find one that has been modified, you’ll still have a wild ride.

Waheed goes over what makes this bike special and why it’s still one of the top contenders in the 1000cc-plus category for sportbikes. Check it out below.

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VIDEO: Let’s Take a Tour of KTM’s Motohall

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Earlier this year I broke the news of Ducati’s museum re-opening with the ability to take a virtual tour in exchange for a few dollars; why not explore the KTM museum for free? ‘The Bike Show’ on Youtube takes us on a big in-depth tour of  KTM’s Austrian Motohall. The museum is full of interactive exhibits, rare bikes, and celebrations of some of the greatest motorsport athletes to ever walk to face of the earth.

KTM has always been team orange, and this video proves it with a walk-through of some of KTM’s historically orange motorcycle lineup. Some famous motorcycles shown here in the museum still have the cuts and shredded rubber from their last race to add a layer of authenticity you won’t find anywhere else. 

Bloodbikes Australia has become an integral part of transporting COVID-19 tests from testing centres to medical laboratories.

This quick video can only show so much of the museum, so if you’re interested in checking it out or booking an Austrian vacation in a post-covid world, make sure you stop by and say hi. Don’t forget to bring your favourite KTM apparel with you!

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VIDEO: Can Fuel Stabilizer Kill Your Motorcycle?

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To Be or Not to Be

We’re finally in November, the official ‘store your bike for the winter’ month. While it’s probably a good idea to change your oil and top up your gasoline tank with new fuel, the debate around fuel stabilizer has been long and ongoing with teams on either side constantly piping up and invalidating each other’s opinions.

Where can we find the final be-all and end-all answer? How many more winters am I going to have to sift to the 7th page of google trying to find an answer before completely giving up and saying “F-IT! NO STABILIZER THIS YEAR!”?

I will say this every time I share an F9 video… Ryan F9 is the coolest motorcycle YouTuber and provides the highest quality content available in the industry. Period. It even rivals Top Gear, despite being a small home-brewed channel to support the fortnine web-store.

Now we have that out of the way, this video contains tests run by Ryan to see the true anti-evaporative properties of fuel stabilizers, as well as other features such as anti-rust power they can claim to have. 

So what is the final verdict? That’s for the video to answer. If you’re reading this bent over your desk at work and forgot your earphones at home, I’ll give you a little hint: only two of the many products tested are worth your time. 

Support the F9 channel by subscribing so Ryan can continue to put out amazing content, please. For me.

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VIDEO: Is the CBR500R A Good Everyday Motorcycle?

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Yes It Is, but There’s More to It Than That

There’s a ton of beginner motorcycles on the market for new riders to choose from, that’s no surprise. Many new riders have tons of confusing questions to sort through when getting into the motorcycle scene. Should I buy new or used? How long will it take for me to grow out of this motorcycle? Is this bike going to be uncomfortable for my daily commute? Can I save money on another option?

Spite’s new series on the Yammie Noob youtube channel puts motorcycles to the test with week-long ‘ownership’ sessions to see if they really are worth the money they cost. The CBr500R is a difficult option considering how much sheer ‘motorcycle’ a new rider can get for $7000 on the used market. 

Spite mentions that the bike comes in at a 6.5/10 on his rating scale, which makes sense due to it being a beginner-friendly bike but can be alarming to some when you take into account the fact that you can get something that would be a 9/10 when straying away from a ‘new motorcycle’. $12,000 bikes often drop their value to being worth $7000-$8000 after a few years of ownership, so what makes this bike worth the risk?

20202 Honda Goldwing

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VIDEO: Africa Twin Factory Assembly Line Documented

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‘How It’s Made’ for Bikes

The manufacturing process is always an amazing thing to bear witness to. Modern technology and innovation have complimented the process and turned it into an amazing symphony of perfect systems and seamless integration.

I always enjoy watching the building process of literally anything and everything – I’m sure we all do. How many hours have we all accumulatively invested in watching ‘How It’s Made’ on a lazy Sunday afternoon?

In this video, AutoMoto takes us into a Japanese Honda assembly line for an inside look into the 2020 Africa Twin manufacturing process. The video is split into three sections: engine assembly, body assembly, and final inspection/testing.

Honda has factories all over the world. You wan watch manufacturing processes on youtube at featuring different shops across the globe. Keep in mind, Honda is also one of the biggest global car builders in modern history so their process for building bikes has greatly benefited from their experience in the automotive industry. 

The 2020 Honda Africa Twin is a dual-sport motorcycle designed to go anywhere. It’s roots take place in the dangerous Dakar Rally, so the bike is really designed to withstand the abuse that comes from riding it like a bat-out-of-hell. This is the main reason why it is important they take care when building them at the factory, as no oversight can be left unattended.

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It features a fly-by-wire 1084cc engine producing around 100 horsepower featuring a 6-speed transmission for low-end gearing when taking it through the mud or sand. With a base MSRP: $14,399 – a small tag for a vehicle that can take you quite literally anywhere on earth – you could very well be unknowlingly buying one of the very bikes being built in this video.

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Watch shocking motorcycle hit and run!

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This hit-and-run crash on an LA freeway is shocking, but also amazing as the rider received only minor injuries.

It was recorded by driver Will Panda on his mobile phone about 7pm on Friday (19 June 2020).

“I saw a van coming up behind us with sparks flying and then we caught this passing us by,” he says on his YouTube channel where he posted the video.

“A hit and run driver in Corona smashed into a motorcycle, pinning it under his bumper and dragging it off the highway. We doubled back to see if we could find him but he had run his car into a fence and presumably took off running.

“It looked straight out of a movie, we could not believe it, we hope the motorcyclist is okay!”

According to CBS Los Angeles, the rider is ok, but has complained about pain to his arms and legs.

They report that the driver has not yet been taken into custody or charged.

It seems absolutely amazing that the rider in this hit-and-run incident on an LA freeway received only minor injuries.The wrecked bike is finally dislodged

Hit and run crashes

We have reported on many hit-and-run crashes involving motorcycles over the years.

It seems drivers think they can get away with hitting a motorcycle and doing a runner.

There can be several reasons for this, mainly the fact that a crash wth a motorcycle tends to have minimal impact on a four-wheeled vehicle so it is capable of driving off.

The fact that the bike and rider may be incapacitated also means they are unlikely to be able to give chase.

But we also wonder if there is a growing callous disregard for the health and safety of riders.

Do they view us as having a death wish?

Hit-and-run drivers face heftier penalties if caught, including lengthy jail time, depending on the jurisdiction.

However, they are only charged with leaving the scene of an accident if there is a death, injury, or a tow truck is required and the incident is reported to police.

Not only do drivers face tougher penalties for leaving the scene of an accident where someone is injured, but it also decreases a victim’s chance of survival.

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Malaysian MotoGP like you’ve never seen

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Workers at a Kuala Lumpur scooter shop XF XeroxTune certainly have a great sense of humour judging by this mock Malaysian GP video.

Since the video was posted on their Facebook page about a week ago, it has had more than 1.8 million views.

And why not? It’s hilarious!

Right from the start it pokes some fun at the anachronistic MotoGP grid girls by substituting boys with banana leaves!

We also love the inserted tacho and speedo showing about 220km/h and the action cam shots of the rider’s face.Malaysian MotoGP satirical video

And instead of a pitstop, the riders stop at a roadside icecream seller for some refreshments.

The audio track comes from a Malaysian GP and they use some MotoGP logos, so it’s a wonder DORNA hasn’t forced them to take it down for copyright infringement.

This satirical video shows Andrea Iannone winning on his Ducati, but he never has won at Sepang, although he does have the 2015 lap record!

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Watch this epic 10,000km ride across Siberia

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A photo of a dilapidated bridge in Siberia was the inspiration for this epic trip across Russia and Mongolia beautifully captured in this 30-minute “Broken Roads to Siberia” video.

Broken Roads to Siberia 

The 10,000km “Broken Roads to Siberia” journey started when Finnish rider Jyri Koski started planning an off-road route to the infamous Vitim River Bridge in Siberia.

It’s an old train bridge crossing the Vitim River which is only six-foot-wide path. Its old metal structure is covered with rotting wooden planks, which can be slippery due to frequent ice in the area.

Once the route was planned, Jyri needed a riding partner and a host for his planned travel film, so he sent a message to his friend Tuukka Josefsson with a picture of the dangerously dilapidated bridge.

“Do you want to join me for a motorcycle ride to this bridge in Siberia?” Jyri asked in the message.

Tuukka was in immediately!  

Bikes and gearSiberia

“Next important task was to select the motorcycle for the adventure,” Tyre says.

“It had to be light enough, yet strong enough to carry all the gear and take the beating as well as a great off-roader and of course fun to ride.

“KTM 690 Enduro R filled all our requirements.”

Jyri and Tuukka replaced the air filter box with an additional 6.5-litre fuel tank and carried extra five-litre fuel canisters with them.

That gave them about 400km fuel range, depending on the riding conditions.

Riding gear was another important selection as Jyri and Tuukka needed protection from Siberia’s harsh conditions.

They chose Rukka’s new “Rough Roads” motorcycle wear, specially made for adventure riding.

For light and rugged luggage, Jyri and Tuukka opted for Kriega’s luggage system.   

Film festivals

Wildfire dangers in Siberia
Wildfire dangers in Siberia

Their journey through Russian wilderness, Altai mountains, Mongolian deserts and Siberian taiga takes its toll on the young riders as seen in their video.

“Broken Roads to Siberia” has been selected for several film festivals around the world: French Riviera Motorcycle Film Festival, Travel FilmFest International Film Festival, MotoTematica Rome Motorcycle Film Festival and The Adventure Travel Film Festival.

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Learner drivers taught motorcycle awareness

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Many riders would like to see more motorcycle awareness taught to learner drivers like the computer-generated videos UK has just introduced.

Australian states have various versions of motorcycle and bicycle awareness training, but none as good as this.

Even though this is a great presentation and only one of many, we do have one quibble: Who in their right mind would drive out in front of headlights, anyway, whether they are a car or motorcycle?Driver training car motorcycles awareness

Motorcycle awareness training

There are various similar training methods in most Australian states.

For example, Queensland’s PrepL interactive online learning and assessment program for learner drivers includes one module out of three which concentrates on sharing the road with different user groups such as motorcyclists.

Driver training car motorcycles awareness
Qld’s PrepL training

“This module helps participants understand specific road rules related to motorcycles and provides practical advice about how drivers should safely interact with them,” a Transport and Main Roads spokesperson says.

However, like Australian leaner driver training, the UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency videos are only part of the training, not part of the theory test.

They have been made with the help of road safety campaigner and keen biker Ria Brisland whose 19-year-old son, Nick, died in April 2015 after being involved in a collision with a car while riding his motorcycle.

Driver training car motorcycles awareness
Nick Brisland

“Getting everyone to be aware of their fellow road users at all times is essential if we are to prevent collisions and the devastating consequences they can have on families,” Ria says.

“These new clips are thought-provoking and will make a difference to the way people look for bikers. They may prove the difference between life and death.”

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com