CE Level 1 vs. Level 2 Armor: What Sport Touring Riders Should Know
A guide to CE Level 1 vs Level 2 armor for sport touring riders, exploring fit, comfort, and protection to take on any road with confidence.
Motorcycling insights for sport touring riders, covering motorcycle reviews, riding tips, ownership advice, maintenance, and practical touring techniques.
Properly fitted armor helps absorb impact forces, adding protection beyond the abrasion resistance provided by riding apparel—both are essential parts of a complete riding system. Image © American Sport Touring.
A guide to CE Level 1 vs Level 2 armor for sport touring riders, exploring fit, comfort, and protection to take on any road with confidence.
The 2026 BMW S 1000 XR adds a new Sage Green metallic Style Sport finish and a small equipment update for long-distance riders. Image courtesy of BMW North America, LLC.
BMW adds a Sage Green color option and USB charging to the 2026 S 1000 XR. Modest changes for this this already capable sport touring cross-over.
BMW’s System 8 helmet marks the latest generation in a 50-year helmet program focused on rider safety, comfort, aerodynamics, and communication. Image © BMW North America, LLC.
BMW Motorrad celebrates 50 years of helmet development, from its first 1975 full-face design to the new System 8 and System 8 Carbon.
Ducati’s Multistrada V4 Rally joins the Factory Made program, giving long-distance sport touring riders expanded factory-built customization options for color, components, wheels, brakes, seats, packages, and accessories.. Image © Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A.
Ducati adds the Multistrada V4 Rally to its Factory Made program, offering factory customizations on a motorcycle with sport touring appeal.
Triumph updates the Tiger Sport 660 and Trident 660 for 2026 with more power, revised styling, chassis refinements, and expanded standard rider technology. Image © Triumph Motorcycles.
Triumph updated the Tiger Sport 660 and Trident 660 for 2026 giving the Tiger Sport more touring potential with more power and a larger tank.
Dylan Code shows advanced cornering technique on track – building on the fundamentals that translate to smoother, more confident street riding. Image courtesy of Dylan Code.
Even seasoned riders repeat mistakes without realizing why. Dylan Code explains hidden skill gaps and how awareness leads to better riding.