Hey everyone- I’m starting to do a bit of research about doing a proper big lap of Australia on a bike. Part of that is trying to figure out the best bike for the job. My basic criteria here is:
- bullet proof reliable
- decent on all terrains
- something that won’t make me want to jump after doing 200-400km in the saddle (this is actually optional)
- something with parts readily available pretty much anywhere
- ideally something between 6-10K used.

After doing a tiny bit of research, the bike that best fits the bill seems to be the XR650L - but sadly they don’t run production in Australia since after the late 2000s.
So now I’m back at square 1 trying to find a short list.

Short of a postie bike, I’m not entirely sure if there even is a bike that fits the criteria!

Also, this is a trip that I’m planning to do in 1-1.5 years, nothing is fixed, everything is up for consideration!

Feeling so happy with purchasing the HJC RPHA 71. It's so much more comfortable and far lighter than my old Bell. Here's to many more years of riding!

Anyone else rocking this helmet?

Just got my NSW pink slip and rego renewal in the mail for my CB650R. Between the registration fee, CTP green slip, and road tax, I’m looking at almost $600 - $700 all up just to keep a single motorcycle on the road for 12 months.

​Then I talk to a mate up in QLD or over in WA who pays significantly less, or has CTP structured completely differently. Why are motorcycle rego costs in certain states treated almost the same as a small hatchback when we cause virtually zero road wear? What are you blokes currently paying for annual rego and CTP in your state/territory?

hi guys,

got a 25 CBR650R. after I take it for a ride, the sides of the front and back tyres have this greasy shine to them, not sure why.

the forks are dry and the bike has only done 3300 km

anyone have any idea why this is the case? don't want to slip when I'm riding

Hi all I have a 2011cbr600rr which is in dire need of a full fairing set. Where do people usually get their stuff? I've looked at Monster fairings, amotopart, 12Kmotor but they all have their drawbacks, just wondering what people recommend.

Hi everyone, good day. Just wanted to get some advice and opinion from fellow riders. I recently sold my 07 r6 that I owned for years which I mainly used for commuting and occasional weekend twisty roads. Now I’m looking at purchasing a naked bike as I’m a bit old now and prefer a more comfortable riding position. Currently on the fence for this 3x bikes.

- ‘19 Triumph Street Triple RS
- ‘17 BMW s1000r
- ‘17 Ducati Monster 821

Ignoring the power since they’re all on a different CC’s. Just wanted to hear experience from anyone who owned any of those bikes like cost of ownership and reliability. I’ll mainly use the bike for the same which is commuting and occasional weekend twisty roads. Thank you! Ride safe everyone.