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Like a disgruntled polar bear, I returned home from a ride yesterday, my fingers numbed from the icy wind. That’s when these saviours clad in dust and spiderwebs caught my attention. I set about installing them on my loyal steed, the MT09, faster than you can say "frostbite". Now, I had been told that the Whites grips were akin to holding on to the molten core of the Earth itself. "Nonsense," I scoffed. Imagine my surprise when they turned out to be as warm as a hearty handshake from a Yeti. No

Certainly didn't plan on taking my bike in my office lift and pushing it through the reception area, certainly some odd faces from other employees in the building. This is what happens when recovery trucks can't fit in an underground carpark. Apparantly if it was a car they send a van along with the truck to tow it out. Not sure how they expected me to push a 180kg motorbike up 3 levels from the basement. (Ouch here's the culprit) (Goin' up, up, up, it's our moment!) (Good old NRMA, AA/RAC in

The bike was updated in 2012 and given new and improved traction controls. Although Yamaha is no stranger to traction controls which were also featured in their Super Tenere bike, a machine which was designed specifically for adventure-touring, this updated model is Yamaha's first attempt to produce a traction control system that is suitable for Superbike level. They've succeeded here with an advanced six-stage system that is superbly intuitive compared even to the well-known market leaders. The

Ease of Use: The Kettenmax Premium is so user-friendly, you might mistake it for your new best friend. The instructions are clearer than the sky on a perfect riding day, making assembly easier than finding an excuse to hit the open road. However, don't be fooled into thinking this is a one-handed, "look ma, no hands!" operation. The chain cleaner has a tendency to dance around during use, requiring you to steady it with one hand while wielding your cleaning solution like a master swordsman with

From the beginning, GYTR technology has been a critical part of Yamaha Racing Teams' success. As a result, Yamaha has continued to strengthen the connection between motorsport development and customer experience. This dedication led to the creation of the GYTR PRO SHOPS in 2021, offering racers and track-day riders a one-stop-shop for all their racing needs. The PRO SHOPS, which are set to expand from 17 to 25 locations across Europe, provide expert technicians and high-quality components for R1