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Riding Boots That Redefine The Word ‘Casual’ - Part 2
Last time around, we looked at boots that stood out. However, not everyone has a flashy taste and there are people who prefer a more understated look as well. They needn’t worry as Stylmartin makes boots that fit that mould too. These are all more or less based on sneakers. Stylmartin Chester Boots The Stylmartin Chester boots look like ordinary sneakers from afar and it is only when you get real close or take them in your hand, will you realise that these are riding boots. They feature laces, something uncommon in riding boots but what is not uncommon...
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Riding Boots That Redefine The Word Casual
Riding boots don’t always have to look the part. Sometimes, just sometimes, they can blend in with the crowd as well Riding shoes are tough. This is true quite literally, and metaphorically as well. They are one part of your riding gear that are engineered to take the maximum amount of abuse before giving up. However, this trait of theirs also makes them stick out like a sore thumb whenever one is not on a motorcycle. And speaking of being sore, those of you that have tried walking around in proper riding boots on a daily basis will testify...
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Choosing Between Off-Road Helmets
Strap: With summer fast approaching, there is only a little bit of time left to attack the dunes and these are the right helmets to do so in.Helmets are of different types and for off-road riding, helmet manufacturers develop separate models that are designed for that application. However, with so many different types of helmets in the market, it can become a little difficult to pick the right one. To help you with that problem, listed below are some of the popular off-road helmets in the market. Take a look at what each of them has to offer you. Bell...
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5 Most Powerful Electric Motorcycles That Have Made It to Production
These motorcycles will be deep into the triple-digit speed category before you are done reading the title of this story. When electric vehicles started making an appearance at motor shows around the world, purists around the world scoffed at the idea of an electric motor replacing the internal combustion engine. After all, how could you compare the whine of an electric motor, to the exhaust note of an inline-four or a parallel-twin engine? However, as time passed and these motorcycles started making it to production, their numbers began to speak for themselves. One of the motorcycles on our list...
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Motorcycle Exhausts: The What, Why and Aftermarket
Ever wondered what’s inside that motorcycle exhaust of yours? Let us spell it out. What is a motorcycle exhaust? When an engine goes about doing its job, it converts potential energy into kinetic energy. During this translation, some of the energy is lost in the form of sound and heat energy. Furthermore, the process leaves behind a residue of gases that are burnt and need to be treated, before being expelled into the atmosphere. This job is taken care of by a motorcycle exhaust. Anatomy of a motorcycle exhaust While an exhaust might look like a metal box from...