Choosing bike bags: check the fit before filling them
Frame bags and saddle packs differ in mounting and use. Before buying, check how each bag fits your particular bicycle.
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DGR 2026: Riga joins a global charity ride
Classic motorcycles and a shared purpose: Riga was represented in the international ride supporting men’s health.
Read full article The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride; photo: Anastasia ELKINA, Nice, 2025
Tyre pressure: the rim matters too
Rider weight and tyre width influence pressure, but the rim may impose a lower maximum.
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Bessie Stringfield: the Motorcycle Queen of Miami
A rider who challenged prejudice and built a community. Her legacy reminds us that motorcycle culture also grows beyond the racetrack.
Read full article American Motorcyclist Association; Sturgis Motorcycle Museum
Rover 1885: foundations of the modern bicycle
John Kemp Starley’s design helped establish a familiar bicycle layout. Chain drive changed the rider’s position and the possibilities of the machine.
Read full article Science Museum Group; Coventry Transport Museum
Senja by motorcycle: fjords and places to pause
A 102-kilometre scenic route links coastal villages and viewpoints on the Norwegian island. An idea for an unhurried stage of a longer motorcycle tour.
Read full article Norwegian Scenic Routes; Visit Senja
Hub dynamos: light and energy on the move
A small generator in the front wheel can power bicycle lights. Phone charging needs additional electronics, and performance depends on the complete system.
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Ace Cafe: a cup of tea and a motorcycle community
A London roadside café has become a gathering place where motorcycles, conversation and music share the same space.
Read full article Ace Cafe London; Visit London
Eurobike 2027: three days for the cycling trade in Frankfurt
The show runs from 30 June to 2 July. Its revised format puts product launches and business relationships at the centre.
Read full article Eurobike / Fairnamic
Cucciolo: the little engine that started Ducati’s motorcycle story
Before the sports motorcycles came an engine for a bicycle. Cucciolo helped Ducati move from radio equipment into motorised transport.
Read full article Ducati; Volkswagen Group