Tim

Tim Kessel hails from the mountains of Northern Arizona. He has been riding and writing for over three decades. Arizona's motorcycle-friendly climate allows him to log thousands of miles per year on his various motorcycles.

Tim makes yearly pilgrimages to motorcycle races all over the western United States. Sport-touring and dual-sport riding are his main two-wheeled addictions.

Tim is a freelance writer whose articles and photographs have been featured in several national motorcycle magazines.



Mens Thor Dual Sport Boots, Short | Motorcycle Offroad 50/50

Posted on: Mar 11

Mens Thor Dual Sport Boots, Short | Motorcycle Offroad 50/50

Dual sport riding is a great compromise in the motorcycling world. It is growing in popularity for a number of reasons. Dual sport motorcycles can perform reasonably well in both dirt and street situations. However, this dual nature can create some interesting gear conundrums for ...



Motorcycle Sportbike Outdoor Cover, Honda VFR | Includes Lock & Cable

Posted on: Mar 9

Motorcycle Sportbike Outdoor Cover, Honda VFR | Includes Lock & Cable

I don't talk price much in these product reviews. However, at under $40 including a lock and cable, this cover seems like a heck of a deal. VFR owners are a proud lot, and justifiably so. The do-it-all sportbike is a winner. This cover allows you to ...



AGV Motorcycle Full Face Helmet, Italian | Stealth Razor Black Kevlar

Posted on: Mar 7

AGV Motorcycle Full Face Helmet, Italian | Stealth Razor Black Kevlar

If it is good enough for Valentino Rossi, it's good enough for me. OK, so I don't know what model AGV helmet the MotoGP road race champion wears, but I do know he trusts his noggin to the Italian helmet manufacturer.

The Stealth Razor helmet is a premium helmet that ...



Men’s White Leather Motorcycle Jacket & Liner | Icon Accelerant Armored

Posted on: Mar 5

Men’s White Leather Motorcycle Jacket & Liner | Icon Accelerant Armored

The Icon Men's Accelerant leather jacket is simply a quality piece of riding apparel. Icon has a reputation for being a company that appeals to the young and trendy segment of the riding community. Some of their gear is, in my opinion, a little "over the top" ...



Motorcycle Air Dryer Force Blaster | Replaceable Filter, Electric

Posted on: Mar 3

Motorcycle Air Dryer Force Blaster | Replaceable Filter, Electric

Now here is a product I never thought I needed. In fact, the Air Force Blaster 4.0 HP Motorcycle Dryer is a product I didn't know existed. Heck, my first mini bike didn't even have 4 horsepower! This thing has serious motorcycle drying power. ...



Kilimanjaro Men’s Motorcycle Armored Jacket by Firstgear | Waterproof Black Polyester

Posted on: Feb 27

Kilimanjaro Men’s Motorcycle Armored Jacket by Firstgear | Waterproof Black Polyester

Mt. Kilimanjaro is an extreme mountain environment in Tanzania. The Firstgear Men's Kilimanjaro Waterproof Jacket is a jacket designed for extreme motorcycling conditions. If you spend much time around touring and adventure motorcyclists, certain jackets tend to come up in conversation. Premium and extremely pricey jackets like ...



AFX Modular Flip Helmet for Racing, Touring | Vented Graphic or Gloss FX-28

Posted on: Feb 25

AFX Modular Flip Helmet for Racing, Touring | Vented Graphic or Gloss FX-28

I am intrigued by flip-up helmets. I don't feel safe in anything but full face protection, but I'd love to be able to leave a helmet on and still talk to a cashier or another rider. However, there are some concerns -- maybe unfounded -- with the ...



Joe Rocket Armored Mesh Jacket Vented | Men’s Waterproof Liner, Phoenix 5.0

Posted on: Feb 23

Joe Rocket Armored Mesh Jacket Vented | Men’s Waterproof Liner, Phoenix 5.0

Having lived in Arizona for over 4 decades, I know a little something about heat. Having been a motorcyclist for almost as long, I know a little something about hot weather gear. I don't know if Joe Rocket invented the armored mesh jacket, but they are at least ...



Bridgestone Street Tires Battleax BT-021 | Dual Sport Touring Rear

Posted on: Feb 21

Bridgestone Street Tires Battleax BT-021 | Dual Sport Touring Rear

Pure sport riders require a sticky tire and generally have relatively little concern for mileage. Pure touring riders have exactly the opposite mindset. Stuck in the middle is the sport-tourer. Just like the label suggests, the sport-touring motorcyclist desires the best of both worlds.

I have been sport ...



Motorcycle Carrier Wedge Lok | Bike Rack Hitch Mount Class III

Posted on: Feb 19

Motorcycle Carrier Wedge Lok | Bike Rack Hitch Mount Class III

I have always wondered about these frame-hitch mounted motorcycle carriers. I have used something similar with mountain bikes. However, with bicycles, we are carrying (at most) about 50 pounds total. Cycle Country rates the Wedge-Lok at 400 pounds. That is a lot of weight on the ...



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