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The BMW R 1250 RT exemplifies premium sport touring brakes. Image © American Sport Touring.

How Good Are Your Brakes?

Good brakes are not enough for sport touring on twisty backroads. We highlight the core components found in a high-performance brake system.

These stolen motorcycles were recovered by the Boston Police. Photo courtesy of Boston Police Department.

Motorcycle theft is a real and growing problem. These practical security tips can help prevent motorcycle theft at home and on touring rides.

The new Garmin zūmo XT2 motorcycle navigator. Photo: Garmin Ltd.

Garmin introduces the next-gen zūmo XT2 motorcycle navigator taking routing and road intelligence to a new level. Here’s what you should know.

Glove styles for motorcycle sport touring rides. Photo: American Sport Touring.

Gloves are essential protective gear that add comfort and convenience to long rides. Here are 5 qualities to look for in sport touring gloves.

Riders considering a motorcycle backpack will find premium features at a low price in the Axe Street/Sportbike Backpack from Viking Bags.

Eargasm High Fidelity Earplugs filter out road and wind noise, letting riders focus on riding. Image © American Sport Touring.

After miles of touring, we found Eargasm High Fidelity Earplugs offer effective hearing protection with no discomfort or muffled sound.