Two Wheelin’
Having more fun on half as many wheels just about sums it up for this mostly motorcycle feature, but anything with two wheels is fair game. Brian Robinson takes a very hands-on look at all sides of the two-wheel experience.
BMW R nineT Scrambler Episode 3631
The letter “R” is important when it comes to BMW motorcycles, going all the way back to their original model, the R32. The R nineT, was BMW’s way of carrying on the R name, while also acknowledging their 90-years of producing world-class motorcycles. And for this year, BMW adds something a little special to the R nineT lineup. BRIAN ROBINSON: “The R nineT… Read More
Kawasaki Z800
Over the years Kawasaki has provided a lot of interesting rides. But, few are more notable than the Z1, which in the 70’s was the most powerful Japanese 4-cylinder bike yet. Well, hoping to capitalize on that heritage, Kawasaki gave us the Z1000 in 2010, and is now following up with the Z800. Yes, it’s smaller, but, as our two-wheelin’ guru Brian Robinson… Read More
Honda VFR 1200 Episode 3541
Trends come and go in the motorcycle world just like in the rest of the universe. And right now the adventure bike craze is still in full swing. And after years of seemingly sitting on the sidelines, one brand is now launching an all out assault on the segment. Brian Robinson: “Honda is now indeed in the adventure bike game bigtime, with not just 1 or 2… Read More
2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S Episode 3513, Episode 3528
Despite all of the many different segments of motorcycles that have taken shape over the years, it’s still cruisers that eat up the most miles on America’s byways. But not all cruisers are not created equal as we’re about to find out. BRIAN ROBINSON: “When the original Kawasaki Vulcan hit the streets in the 80s, it may have looked the part of a cruiser,… Read More
Honda Gold Wing 40th Anniversary Edition Episode 3504
Although Honda didn’t invent the concept of the “touring motorcycle” when they introduced the Gold Wing for 1975, there’s no doubt that over the last 40 years they have perfected it. And, as you might expect, Honda is celebrating the 40th anniversary of their king of the road. BRIAN ROBINSON: “Though no longer built here in the U.S., it’s hard to imagine… Read More
Can Am Spyder F3 Episode 3444
What started out in 2008 as a truly unique performance vehicle from Canada’s bombardier recreational products, has grown into a phenomenon; as over 100,000 of their Can Am Spyder 3-wheelers have been sold since then. Now there’s a new F3 model designed to take both the performance and cruiser aspects of the platform to a new level. Let’s see if the riding… Read More
Off Road Riding School Episode 3437, Episode 3450
All of us here at MotorWeek have been through plenty of driving schools. Because as the saying goes, if you’re not getting better, you’re getting worse. So, with that constant state of improvement mindset, our two-wheelin’ Brian Robinson heads way off to school. BRIAN ROBINSON: With Adventure Bikes, the SUVs of motorcycles, becoming more and more popular, it… Read More
Royal Enfield Continental GT Episode 3425
You don’t have to look too hard in the automotive world to find retro styling, with many brands looking to the past for current inspiration. Well, there’s one company that does more than just look to the past, they’re fully living it. And proudly doing so! BRIAN ROBINSON: Up until now, Royal Enfield has indeed been living in the past, by making the same… Read More
2014 Honda CTX 1300 Episode 3418
Despite a conservative reputation for their cars, when it comes to the motorcycle division of honda motor company, they’re not afraid to push boundaries or blur lines between traditional motorcycle segments. And now brian robinson goes two wheelin’ on their latest segment buster. Brian Robinson: “By the looks of it, the Honda CTX1300 is part cruiser, part… Read More
2014 Kawasaki KLX250S Episode 3406
In this world of rapidly progressing technology and must have doo-dads, it’s easy to get caught up in the need to acquire the latest and greatest whether it’s for your phone, in your car, or on your motorcycle. But then something comes along to remind you that you don’t really need any of that stuff. So maybe simpler really is better. BRIAN ROBINSON: As… Read More