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Safer riding, MT-07 life, gear notes and real motorcycle lessons from Amsterdam. For riders who want to improve one ride at a time.

Which Motorcycle Jackets Offer the Best Protection?

A practical comparison of current protective motorcycle jackets, with clear guidance on AAA and AA ratings, armour levels, fit and weather suitability.

Motorcycle Gloves for Protection: Top Options and Buying Advice

A practical comparison of protective motorcycle gloves for road, sport, touring, summer, rain and winter riding, with clear CE-rating and fit guidance.

Choosing a Safe Motorcycle Helmet in 2026: What Riders Should Look For

A practical comparison of current ECE 22.06 motorcycle helmets, including independent SHARP results, fit advice and recommendations for different riders.

Motorcycle Safety Gear for Every Rider: What to Buy in 2026

A practical guide to building a complete motorcycle safety setup, with current product examples, certification advice and buying priorities for different riders.

Motorcycle Accident Survival: What to Do After a Crash

A practical step-by-step guide to reaching safety, helping injured people, documenting the scene and handling the medical and insurance steps after a motorcycle crash.

How to Stay Focused on Long Motorcycle Rides

Practical ways to protect your concentration during long motorcycle rides, including break planning, hydration, active observation and fatigue warning signs.

Mental Preparedness for Motorcycle Riding

A practical pre-ride mental checklist for recognising fatigue, distraction, anxiety and other warning signs before getting on your motorcycle.

Motorcycle Visibility Tips for Urban Riders

Practical motorcycle visibility tips for junctions, blind spots, heavy traffic, filtering, low light and busy urban roads.

How to Ride a Motorcycle Safely in Strong Wind

Practical tips for staying in control during strong crosswinds, sudden gusts, exposed roads and turbulence from trucks and buses.

Motorcycle Accident Survival: What to Do After a Crash

A practical step-by-step guide to reaching safety, helping injured people, documenting the scene and handling the medical and insurance steps after a motorcycle crash.

Mental Preparedness for Motorcycle Riding

A practical pre-ride mental checklist for recognising fatigue, distraction, anxiety and other warning signs before getting on your motorcycle.

Motorcycle Visibility Tips for Urban Riders

Practical motorcycle visibility tips for junctions, blind spots, heavy traffic, filtering, low light and busy urban roads.

Night Riding Safety: How to Ride a Motorcycle Safely After Dark

Practical night-riding tips for improving visibility, managing glare, choosing a safe speed and spotting hazards before they become emergencies.

Motorcycle Safety Courses: Are They Worth It?

Learn whether motorcycle safety courses are worth it, what they teach, who should take one, and how rider training can improve confidence and safety.

Group Riding Etiquette: How to Stay Safe and Ride in Formation

Learn how to ride safely in a motorcycle group with proper spacing, formation, communication, overtaking etiquette and beginner-friendly road manners.

Common Beginner Motorcycle Mistakes: What New Riders Should Avoid Early

New to riding? Learn the most common beginner motorcycle mistakes to avoid, including poor braking, target fixation, overconfidence, unsafe gear habits and riding beyond your limits.

Top 10 Motorcycle Safety Tips Every Rider Should Know

Simple motorcycle safety tips every rider should know — from proper gear and visibility to braking, cornering, traffic awareness and pre-ride checks.

Motorcycle Safety for Beginners: The Complete Guide to Riding Smart and Staying Alive

Essential motorcycle safety habits for beginner riders — gear, braking, cornering, traffic awareness and pre-ride checks to help you ride smarter and come home safely.

Motorcycle Vision Techniques: How to Look Through the Corner Correctly

Learn how to use your eyes properly while riding — from looking through corners to spotting hazards early and avoiding target fixation.

How to Corner Safely on a Motorcycle: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to corner safely on a motorcycle using smooth speed control, vision, body position, braking, throttle and calm cornering habits.

How to Brake Safely on a Motorcycle: Front vs Rear Explained

Learn how to brake safely on a motorcycle using smooth front and rear brake control, progressive braking and beginner-friendly emergency stopping habits.

Beginner’s Guide to Defensive Motorcycle Riding: How to Anticipate Danger Before It Happens

Learn how to ride defensively by spotting hazards early, creating space, avoiding blind spots and making safer decisions before danger becomes urgent.

Choosing a Safe Motorcycle Helmet in 2026: What Riders Should Look For

A practical comparison of current ECE 22.06 motorcycle helmets, including independent SHARP results, fit advice and recommendations for different riders.

Motorcycle Safety Gear for Every Rider: What to Buy in 2026

A practical guide to building a complete motorcycle safety setup, with current product examples, certification advice and buying priorities for different riders.

CE Ratings Explained: Helmets, Jackets, Gloves & Armor

Learn what CE ratings, ECE 22.06, EN 17092, Level 1, Level 2, AAA, AA, A, and KP actually mean when buying motorcycle gear.

How to Choose the Right Motorcycle Helmet Size: Beginner Fit Guide

Learn how to choose the right motorcycle helmet size with simple tips for measuring your head, checking fit, avoiding pressure points, and choosing safer gear.

Motorcycle Safety Gear Explained: What Each Piece Actually Does

Learn what each piece of motorcycle safety gear actually does, from helmets and jackets to gloves, pants, boots, armor, and ear protection.

MT-07 Accessories Worth Considering for Everyday Riding

Not every available MT-07 accessory is worth buying. Here are the ones that solve real everyday problems - and what I'd prioritise after 10,000 km with TITAN.

My Yamaha MT-07 Setup for Everyday Riding

After roughly 10,000 km with TITAN, here's what is actually fitted to my MT-07, what each modification adds and which upgrades matter most to me.

Living With a Yamaha MT-07 in Amsterdam: What It’s Really Like

Amsterdam isn't where my MT-07 gets to stretch its legs—but it's where I learn whether it's genuinely easy to live with. Here's what everyday motorcycle life feels like.

Is the Yamaha MT-07 Good for Commuting and City Riding?

After around 10,000 km with my 2021 Yamaha MT-07, here's why I think it works so well for city riding - and the compromises commuters should know about.

Yamaha MT-07 Fuel Economy and Range: What I Get in Real Riding

After around 10,000 km with my 2021 Yamaha MT-07, I'm averaging roughly 25 km/L. Here's what that means for tank range, fuel cost and real-world riding.

Yamaha MT-07 Maintenance: Service Intervals and Checks Owners Should Know

What maintenance does a 2021 Yamaha MT-07 actually need? Here's Yamaha's schedule, what I've done during 10,000 km with TITAN and what owners can monitor themselves.

What Does a Yamaha MT-07 Cost to Own in the Netherlands? My First-Year Numbers

Fuel, insurance, Dutch road tax, tyres, servicing, gear and the bike itself. I tracked my MT-07 expenses for almost a year. Here's where the money actually went.

What I Like — and Don’t Like — About Owning a Yamaha MT-07

One year and roughly 10,000 km with my 2021 MT-07 has made some strengths clearer—and exposed a few compromises. Here's my honest owner perspective.

Yamaha MT-07 on an A2 Licence: What European Riders Should Know

The Yamaha MT-07 can fit the A2 licence category, but not every listing should be taken at face value. Here's how the 35 kW rules work and what to check before buying.