It was almost a year to the day I was down in Victoria testing the Super Meteor 650, well now it was time to tear around Melbourne and the surrounding countryside on Royal Enfield’s fourth model to join their 650-twin platform, the Shotgun 650. It all commenced with a casual dinner before a presentation the following morning by Royal Enfield’s Senior Marketing Manager, Rajan Pillai, who was clearly excited to be in Australia for the official launch, ‘As a pure motorcycling brand, there are three key elements that define Royal Enfield, these being Legacy, Exploration and Customisation, something that is extremely close to our hearts”.

If there’s one motorcycle brand that ignites all the senses, it has to be Ducati. Not only do Ducati motorcycles always turn heads with their stylish designs and thrilling exhaust notes, but they also deliver an unparalleled riding experience. Here at LTR, we're beyond excited to dive into the world of Ducati.

The R32 was a flat-twin roadster featuring shaft final drive, black paintwork and a round, blue-and-white quartered tank badge inspired by the propellers of the aircraft engines that the German firm had produced during World War I.

Jaws hit the floor a couple of years ago, when Harley-Davidson unveiled the latest in its long line of Sportsters.

It's been a decade since Harley-Davidson overhauled their touring range with Project Rushmore, marking a huge step forward in design and performance.

The 2024 Kawasaki Vulcan S 650 is a standout cruiser motorcycle that caters to both learner and intermediate riders.

First up, this is not a deep dive into every single motorcycle that made its way onto the field of battle. Why? Because mainly I’m lazy and there are literally volumes upon volumes of literature on the subject that could fill a shipping container.

After the conclusion of World War II, when it came to the use of motorcycles in the military, it was a case of the more things changed, the more they stayed the same.

In the ever-expanding world of learner motorcycles, the Kawasaki Eliminator SE stands out as a beacon for both new riders and seasoned veterans looking for a reliable, stylish, and versatile ride.

When it comes to custom motorcycle builds, Harley-Davidsons and other marquee brands tend to get most of the attention.

No matter what brand of motorcycle you like there’s something for everyone at the National Motorcycle Museum of Australia.

Back in 1984 Harley-Davidson released the FXST Softail, which at its heart was an Evolution 80ci motor in a revolutionary new frame.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON Shovelhead engine is definitely loved by enthusiasts but also much maligned by those who subscribe to the theory that Harleys are unreliable running oil leaks.

Harley Davidson has long been synonymous with the roar of freedom and the spirit of the open road.

It’s over 115 years since Harley-Davidson produced their first motorcycles for the public.

It all takes place on a little island in the middle of the Irish Sea between Ireland and Britain. It’s a very unique destination.

The Kawasaki Z900RS seamlessly merges classic aesthetic with contemporary technology. It's more than a form of transportation; it's history, reimagined for today's roads.

You may have remembered we tested the Royal Enfield Super Meteor earlier this year, which was a two-day launch in Victoria.

It was back just before the turn of the millennium when H-D first kicked off their CVO program, which was created to offer their customers high-end factory produced custom motorcycles straight out of the factory.

It was way back in the 1970s when we first laid eyes on a Fat Bob, which acquired its name from the larger fuel tank and the bobbed guards.

It all takes place on a little island in the middle of the Irish Sea between Ireland and Britain. It’s a very unique destination.

We couldn’t have a Legends of Racing series without including probably the best there ever was – Giacomo Agostini!

He is still considered one of the most successful motorcycle racers of all time, especially at the Isle of Man TT.

There are some things on a motorcycle that just can’t physically be achieved, unless you’re Marc Márquez of course.

Since its inception back in 2014, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) has become a worldwide phenomenon. It was the brainchild of Mark Hawwa after seeing a photo of TV Show Mad Men’s Don Draper on a classic motorcycle wearing his finest suit.

Pugs approached me (Jonesy) recently and asked if I’d like to test some bikes for LTR. Let’s just say he...

We first saw the Breakout released back in 2013, and in the ten years that followed, we’ve witnessed quite a...

The Walcha M/C Rally may only be in its infancy, but it continues to grow in popularity every year and also has a lot of potential for more growth in the future.

Simon Butler has always built bikes over the years just for himself and was never interested in projects for other people because not only is it time consuming, but most non-bike builders don't understand what's actually involved.

If you love having good light hearted fun on any type of motorcycle without the pressures of performing at a certain level to avoid coming last in a race,

The Mummas Boys are a non-profit group of good old boys who choose to ride old school choppers for charity. What started out as a handful of friends riding pre ‘84 rigids has now grown into one of the largest group of old school chopper owners in Australia that put on an annual chopper show at the Kuttabul Pub in Central Queensland.

Father’s Day is the one day of the year that dads around the country get spoiled. Unlike Christmas and birthdays, when the celebrations are more in house, Father’s Day is when the dads get to go out and do what they enjoy, and one such location is Showcars Melbourne’s annual Father’s Day Acland Car and Bike Festival.

The Norton Company was first formed in 1898 by James Lansdowne, (J.L Norton). Although originally they were just supplying motorcycle and bicycle parts, it wasn’t long before the first Norton motorcycles were produced in 1902 using French and Swiss engines. It wasn’t until 1908 however that they produced the first ever Norton motorcycle available to the public. This of course came off the back of their racing success, albeit in its early

If you’ve heard of or even had the privilege of visiting the Petersen Motor Museum in the US before, you’d know just how impressive some of the machinery on display is, especially in ‘The Vault’. Some longtime readers may even recall a feature we ran last year, which included a full tour of not only the museum, but also the Harley vs Indian exhibit.