Bike Kit

Tried and tested: Givi Corium review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

First and foremost, the Givi Corium is a very nice-looking piece of luggage. Formed in a classic brown and in what appears, from a distance, to be leather but is, in fact, vegan-friendly PU leather...

The thigh's the limit! MCN's guide to choosing the best motorcycle leg bag for you

14 September 2023 by Charlotte King

When riding a motorcycle there are certain bits and bobs that we need or want to carry with us; earplugs, mobile phone, keys, bank cards and so on. Sometimes pockets are enough but if you ride in...

Tried and tested: Kappa WA402S rucksack review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

This Kappa WA402S rucksack is formed from PVC tarpaulin, the material will prevent any and all water from entering, ensuring that your contents stay safe and dry whatever the conditions. There are...

Motorcycle rollbags buying guide | Our top picks and why you should add one to your bike

14 September 2023 by Phil Clarke

Unless you ride a scooter, storage space can be hard to come by as a motorcyclist, and that’s where rollbags come into their own. Named after their roll-top style closure, they’re simple but effective...

Oxford's Aqua Rollbags are a versatile, rugged and dependable luggage option for any trip | MCN review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Oxford Aqua Rollbag is a soft motorcycle luggage option available in four capacities, 20, 30, 50 and 70 litres. All are made from PVC tarpaulin outer with a rigid-edges roll-top closure that has...

Canvas opinion: Best motorcycle camping kit

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you’re heading off on a long, multi-day trip or tour, then you’ll need to stay in different places overnight, and motorcycle camping kit can be a great way to do it. While many people in this...

Tried and tested: Lomo 20L Rollbag review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Sometimes, if you’re heading out on a long trip or a short tour, you need some simple luggage to cart your stuff with you. You might not want to wear a rucksack or fit semi-permanent luggage, like...

The winner takes it all: MCN's best motorbike kit bags

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There will be times when you need to travel in a car or van or even, by train or air and need to carry your gear with you; you might be heading to a track day in the van, you may be heading off on a...

Fully loaded: Best motorcycle luggage racks

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Sometimes, you don’t want full-on fitted luggage on your motorcycle. Sometimes, you just want to chuck a bag across the back, strap it on and go. And while this can often be entirely possible with an...

Luggage that delivers: Best motorcycle messenger bags

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorcycle messenger bags are a firm favourite with bikers, particularly in an urban environment. They are the chosen way of carrying goods by dispatch riders and – you guessed it, messengers – as...

Added extras: Best motorcycle luggage accessories

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Purpose-designed motorcycle luggage can be brilliant. Whether you use hard or soft panniers, a topbox or tankbag, all are brilliant ways of carrying your clobber around for commuting to work or going...

Lifesavers: Best motorcycle first aid kits

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s an unavoidable fact of motorcycling life that, despite whatever precautions we may take and whatever protective riding gear we wear, as motorcyclists we’re vulnerable to injury which is why it...

Waisting away: Best motorcycle waistbags

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

We all sniggered when we realised that Americans called waistbags (or bumbags, as they are better known this side of the pond) ‘fanny packs’ but a waistbag can be a really useful bit of riding kit.

Rok straps review: A motorcycle luggage essential

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

One of the great things about motorcycling is the ability to chuck a bag on the back seat and head off into the sunset on an adventure. But before you do that, you need a few luggage essentials and a...

Tried and tested: Triumph Tiger 900 official accessories review

14 September 2023 by Adam Binnie

There is a long list of factory fit accessories for the Triumph Tiger 900 family of bikes so we thought we’d give some of it a try, starting with the aluminium luggage set. If it’s one thing that...

Tried and tested: Royal Enfield official accessories review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Royal Enfield Himalayan is a great bike – but what about the aftersales accessories? We’re going to have a look at a couple of the more popular items here and work out whether they are worth...

Do it yourself! A buying guide to garage essentials for a basic motorcycle toolkit

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Whether you strip down and rebuild your bikes from spindle to spindle, service your bike at home to save money, or simply look after your chain, you will require a certain amount of tools. Some...

Cardo Packtalk Edge review: king of comms?

14 September 2023 by Adam Binnie

The Cardo Packtalk Edge motorcycle intercom sits at the top of the firm’s range, featuring all the latest key technologies like Bluetooth 5.2, mesh connectivity for 15 riders and premium sound from...

Tried and tested: Sena RC3 Remote Control review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Sena RC3 is a handlebar mounted remote control for Sena’s Bluetooth intercom systems that allow you to control phone calls, media and more at the touch of a button. Ordinarily, you might think...

Tried and tested: Cardo Freecom 4X intercom headset review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

if you like listening to music, sat-nav instructions and making or taking phone calls when you are riding, you will need a Bluetooth headset or motorcycle intercom – like the Cardo Freecom...

Tried and tested: Cardo Packtalk Bold review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

While for many, motorcycling is about isolation and distraction from the rest of the world, others like to stay in touch, and for them, a motorcycle intercom – such as the Cardo Packtalk Bold – fitted...

Tried and tested: Sena SRL2 Intercom review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Sena SRL2 is a Bluetooth intercom system that has been designed specifically to fit within the Shoei Neotec 2 helmet – as well as two other models from the Japanese manufacturer – and work...

Listen up! The best motorcycle earphones as chosen by MCN

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

For many riders, the solitude and peace of riding a motorcycle is what they love; no phones, emails or questions, just them and their bike and the road. However, others, myself included, like to...

Comms away: How to fit an intercom to your motorcycle helmet

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you’re one of the many riders who like to listen to music or hear sat-nav instructions, or make or take phone calls and chat to passengers on your touring bike or other riders, then a motorcycle...

Jet wash: Best motorcycle carburettor cleaners

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

While for most engine work, a can of degreaser will suffice to clean up parts prior to reassembly. However, when it comes to fuel systems, you need a motorcycle carburettor cleaner. Something that...

Tried and tested: Jabra Elite Active 75T earbud review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Jabra Elite Active 75t wireless earbuds are Bluetooth headphones just slim enough to wear under your helmet when riding your motorcycle. A pair of earbuds or earphones are not the obvious choice when it comes to reducing in-helmet noise. However, there are several reasons you should give them a try. Using earbuds gives some functionality of an intercom system, but there’s a more serious...