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.
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 kids,… Read More
Kawasaki Teryx Episode 3329
While there are still some rugged, go anywhere vehicles on the market, the majority of SUV’s are now crossovers that spend more time patrolling mall parking lots and soccer fields than they do climbing rocks or navigating backwoods trails. So what’s a wannabe adventurer to do? Well our resident two wheeler’ Brian Robinson has one answer. BRIAN ROBINSON: Take… Read More
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Episode 3309
In 1972, Kawasaki kicked the sport-bike world into a new gear with the Z1. And ever since, they’ve kept the throttle pinned by unleashing a steady stream of street going track weapons. And this Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R keeps the tradition going. The 2013 edition of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R is all-new and looking to slice its way through the middle-weight sport-bike… Read More
Current Motor Super Scooter Episode 3302
Despite lots of talk of “range anxiety”, sales of electric cars are on the rise. And in the parallel fuel conscience universe of motor scooters, sales are also trending up. So what happens when these two worlds collide? For that we turn to our chief Two Wheeler, Brian Robinson, for one current result. BRIAN ROBINSON: Off and on through the years, we’ve talked… Read More
2013 BMW C 600 Sport/C 650 GT Episode 3237
While motorcycle sales haven’t rebounded as quickly as cars and trucks have, sales are definitely on the up swing. One reason is that consumers are looking high and low for ways to save on gas. Now, motorcycles are certainly an open air option. But many are wary of their loud noise and awkward riding position. But, what about a scooter? You know, it just might… Read More
Kawasaki Ninja 300 Episode 3233
Entry-level sport bikes used to be few and far between, and for many years the Kawasaki Ninja 250 was the cream of the crop. Well, much like in the car business, small is the new black. So with increasing competition, it was time for the baby ninja to get an update. And our sensei Brian Robinson shows us how it went. BRIAN ROBINSON: This Kawasaki Ninja 300 is a… Read More
Brooklyn Block Party Episode 3230
Most of our reviews here at MotorWeek are of the four wheeled variety… it’s just the way we like to party around here. But our friends at RetroMoto have found a group of gearheads in Brooklyn that like to celebrate a little differently… Matt: We’re in New York City today to check out a classic bike block party in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. I gotta tell ya, I’m really… Read More
2013 Triumph Tiger Explorer Episode 3225
Christopher Columbus, Amerigo Vespucci, Lewis & Clark, these are just a few explorers that made their mark discovering America. Well, Brian Robinson’s been doing a little research of his own, and he’s found a new British explorer looking to make an equally big mark on the U.S.. BRIAN ROBINSON: Yes, there have been a lot of great explorers in America’s history,… Read More
Retro Motorcycles
While our Two Wheelin’ guy Brian Robinson is busy checking out the latest for cruising, we thought, “why not take a look back at some of the bikes that paved the way?”… and on that front, our friends at RetroMoto are more than happy to go full throttle. MATT SMITH: Hi, I’m Matt Smith. Welcome to RetroMoto. We’re headed out to a beautiful country estate to see Dick… Read More
2013 Victory Judge Episode 3209Episode 3222
Many of us have fond memories of the muscle car heydays of the 60's and early 70’s. And while there is plenty of high performance hardware available today, for some, it’s just not the same. Well, our Two Wheelin’ guy Brian Robinson is one “dude” who is still stuck in the 70’s. And this week he’s found the perfect bike to appease his muscle car addiction. BRIAN… Read More