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Suzuki Prices U.S. SV-7GX at $8,399: Finally, a Middleweight Sport-Tourer That Doesn’t Punish Your Wallet https://windburnedeyes.com/suzuki-prices-u-s-sv-7gx-at-8399-finally-a-middleweight-sport-tourer-that-doesnt-punish-your-wallet/
Custom Honda CL360 Scrambler by Slipstream Creations James Fawcett of Slipstream Creations breathed new life into a neglected 1975 Honda CL360 scrambler, a bike with immense sentimental value that had been given... https://windburnedeyes.com/custom-honda-cl360-scrambler-by-slipstream-creations/
Can Norton's New Atlas Actually Take On the Middleweight ADV Kings? Read the full breakdown: https://windburnedeyes.com/can-nortons-new-atlas-actually-take-on-the-middleweight-adv-kings/
Will the New Hayabusa Paint Silence Its Critics? Will the New Hayabusa Paint Silence Its Critics? For a sportbike legend, the 2027 Hayabusa doesn’t do much changing. Suzuki just announced refreshed colorways for... https://windburnedeyes.com/will-the-new-hayabusa-paint-silence-its-critics/
Two-Stroke Thunder Returns: Kawasaki’s KX327 Shakes Up Motocross Again Kawasaki just made a move that has the off-road world talking. After more than two decades without a big-bore two-stroke on... https://windburnedeyes.com/two-stroke-thunder-returns-kawasakis-kx327-shakes-up-motocross-again/
On the merits of the #Suzuki SV650. Subscribe to the newsletter to read the full article! open.substack.com/pub/windburn...
Can You Buy a Factory Dakar Bike? Meet the 2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica KTM’s 2027 450 Rally Replica is finally arriving, and it’s the closest thing to an actual Dakar-winning machine that any of... https://windburnedeyes.com/can-you-buy-a-factory-dakar-bike-meet-the-2027-ktm-450-rally-replica/
RST Moto Roadster Air D3O Jacket Review – Everything You Need to Know The RST Moto Roadster Air D3O is a perforated leather jacket built for warm weather street riding. It brings the classic Roadster aesthetic into a... https://windburnedeyes.com/rst-moto-roadster-air-d3o-jacket-review/
Triumph’s New War Paint: Brighter Colors for 2027 Six core models are getting fresh colorways for the new model year, arriving in showrooms starting in August. The move signals Triumph’s commitment to giving riders... https://windburnedeyes.com/triumphs-new-war-paint-brighter-colors-for-2027/
Custom Yamaha SR500 by Phil Leeke This Yamaha SR500 café racer named “Minty,” built by retired Bentley Motors engineer Phil Leeke. Rather than cutting up a complete bike, Leeke built the motorcycle from scratch using a standalone... https://windburnedeyes.com/custom-yamaha-sr500-by-phil-leeke/
Does Suzuki’s Sport Crossover SV-7GX Hit the Mark for 2027? Suzuki’s rolling out its first batch of 2027 models, and the headline-grabber is a fresh take on the middleweight sport-touring market: the... https://windburnedeyes.com/does-suzukis-sport-crossover-sv-7gx-hit-the-mark-for-2027/
Liberty Media to Take Over MotoGP Big news in the world of two-wheeled racing: Liberty Media, the company that runs Formula 1, just got the green light to take over MotoGP. This is a massive shake-up for the sport, and it’s got a... https://windburnedeyes.com/liberty-media-to-take-over-motogp/
Is Kawasaki Taming the Ninja H2 for 2027? Kawasaki’s legendary supercharged Ninja H2 is getting an update for 2027, and the news comes with a caveat that’s got the internet buzzing. Fresh EPA and CARB filings reveal that... https://windburnedeyes.com/is-kawasaki-taming-the-ninja-h2-for-2027/
Comprehensive Guide to Motorcycle Helmet Maintenance: Cleaning, Storage, and Longevity Your motorcycle helmet isn’t just a piece of gear; it’s your first line of defense on the road. Proper motorcycle helmet maintenance is... https://windburnedeyes.com/guide-to-motorcycle-helmet-maintenance/
The First Long Solo Ride: What to Expect and Why It Matters Most riders remember their first long solo ride pretty clearly. Not the whole thing, necessarily, but the feeling of it. Road trips are special.... https://windburnedeyes.com/the-first-long-solo-ride-what-to-expect-and-why-it-matters/
Video Analysis: 2026 Ducati Hypermotard V2 Review The fine folks at Motorcycle.com traveled to Modena, Italy, to test the 2026 Ducati Hypermotard V2 SP. The below video review focuses on the high-performance “SP” variant of... https://windburnedeyes.com/video-2026-ducati-hypermotard-v2-review/
The E-Clutch Transition: Why Experienced Riders Are Struggling With Honda’s New Tech (And How to Fix Your Muscle Memory) For twenty years, my left hand has had a singular job: pull, click, release. It’s a dance so deeply... https://windburnedeyes.com/honda-e-clutch-transition-struggle/
Cortech Revo RR Air Boots Review – Everything You Need to Know The Cortech Revo RR Air Boots are a pair of street performance boots built around ventilation. The boots are priced for riders who want real protection without moving... https://windburnedeyes.com/cortech-revo-rr-air-boots-review/
Custom Royal Enfield INT 650 by Dan Starmer This burly, custom 2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 built by Dan Starmer of Fastec Racing under the legendary UK custom shop name “Sold Out Motorcycles” is so cool. Built for... https://windburnedeyes.com/custom-royal-enfield-int-650-by-dan-starmer/
What Riding a Motorcycle Teaches You About Slowing Down There’s a paradox at the center of motorcycling that takes most riders a while to consciously notice. You’re moving fast, faster than you move almost anywhere else in... https://windburnedeyes.com/what-riding-a-motorcycle-teaches-you/
Why Motorcycles and Coffee Belong Together Pull into any motorcycle meetup on a Sunday morning and the pattern is immediate: bikes lined up, riders standing around with cups in hand, conversations happening at the pace... https://windburnedeyes.com/why-motorcycles-and-coffee-belong-together/
Best Motorcycle Rain Gear For Any Rider Good motorcycle rain gear solves a specific and unglamorous problem: keeping you dry enough to stay focused and comfortable when the weather turns, without requiring you to carry a separate... https://windburnedeyes.com/best-motorcycle-rain-gear/
Custom BMW R90/6 by Analog Motorcycles Analog Motorcycles has transformed a 1975 BMW R90/6 into a refined custom build appropriately named “The Gentleman.” The project carries sentimental value, as the owner inherited the... https://windburnedeyes.com/custom-bmw-r90-6-by-analog-motorcycles/
The 4 Best Motorcycle Bluetooth Intercoms: Buyer’s Guide The best motorcycle Bluetooth intercoms for every budget. https://windburnedeyes.com/best-motorcycle-bluetooth-intercoms/
Custom Buell CR1125 by FTG Moto Milan-based brothers Filippo and Giacomo Tagliabue of FTG Moto have taken one of Erik Buell’s most polarizing designs—the Buell 1125CR—and stripped it down to its mechanical soul. Dubbed “NYX,” this... https://windburnedeyes.com/custom-buell-cr1125-by-ftg-moto/
Custom 40th Anniversary 1985 Suzuki GSX-R750 by NCC Bikes Nigel Weber of Germany’s NCC Bikes (Nigel’s Creative Customs) has collaborated with Belgian artist and track enthusiast Philippe Madou of Woefie-Art to create... https://windburnedeyes.com/custom-40th-anniversary-1985-suzuki-gsx-r750/
Shark Helmets: Safety Standards, Design Innovations, and Recommendations When it comes to motorcycle helmets, safety and design are paramount. Shark Helmets, a French manufacturer established in... https://windburnedeyes.com/shark-helmets-safety-standards-design-innovations-and-recommendations/
Kawasaki’s W175 LTD is such a cool little motorcycle. #motosky #motorcycle #kawasaki
HJC F100 Ant-Man Helmet – Everything You Need to Know The HJC F100 Ant-Man is a sophisticated hybrid in the modular helmet landscape, featuring a 180-degree rotating chin bar. Clad in the intricate, high-tech aesthetic of Marvel’s... https://windburnedeyes.com/hjc-f100-ant-man-helmet-review/
Motorcycle Helmet Adjustment Guide for Optimal Comfort and Safety When it comes to motorcycle riding, your helmet isn’t just a piece of gear—it’s your first line of defense. You need it to be comfortable, so I have created a... https://windburnedeyes.com/motorcycle-helmet-adjustment-guide/