Motorcycle Stopping Distances – Every Rider Needs to Know About This
The stopping distance of a motorcycle is something every rider must understand. The question we pondered was this – Are distances today shorter than in the past, or as some suggest, have they pretty much stayed the same? This prompted us to go and collect some data for ourselves.
Why Japanese Motorcycle Manufacturers Are Not Keeping Up With the Italians
Japanese motorcycle manufacturers have approached the improvement of their motorcycle models in a traditional incremental improvement manner. Italian motorcycle manufacturers, have taken more of a Silicon Valley approach and it seems they are winning the game.
Electronic Rider Aids – Their Limitations And Should They Be Used in Racing
Over the past 14 years electronic innovations have significantly transformed motorcycle design, making bikes safer, more efficient, and more enjoyable to ride. This is a look at the key electronic advancements that have become integral in modern motorcycle design, their limitations, and should they be a part of motorcycle racing.
The Effect of Gyroscopic Precession on Motorcycle Steering
A spinning wheel on a motorcycle is difficult to turn because of gyroscopic forces. Here is an explanation as to why counter steering is necessary as the speed of any motorcycle increases.
Motorcycle Cornering: Understanding Rear Wheel Slip and Traction
Motorcycle cornering is a thrilling yet complex aspect of riding. One intriguing aspect is how optimum drive occurs when the rear tyre spins 5 to 15 percent faster than the front tyre.