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Looking for a navigation system for your motorcycle, but have no idea where to start? You’re not alone. At RAD, we get this question daily. Two brands clearly stand out: Garmin and TomTom. Both do what they should do: show you the right way.

Winter often means cold, numb fingers and rapid heat loss for motorcyclists. But it doesn’t have to be a reason to store your bike until spring. With the right layering system, you can ride comfortably all year round.

The sun is out, the road is calling — but your bike won’t start. One click, then silence. After a few months of rest, your battery quietly fades. A smart trickle charger keeps it in shape, so your engine fires up every season without fail.

A bit of rain never stopped a real rider. But soaked socks, clammy gloves, and a jacket that takes hours to dry? That’s a different story. Anyone who rides all year round knows that waterproof motorcycle gear isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. And in that world, one name has set the gold standard for decades: Gore-Tex.

From gravel tracks in the Ardennes to forgotten mountain passes in the Pyrenees, and from the north of Scandinavia all the way to the Mediterranean: the Trans Euro Trail, or TET, is one of the longest legal off-road routes in the world.

Avoiding a crash is always better than facing its consequences. But if things do go wrong? Then you’d better be well prepared. Most motorcyclists in Belgium have never heard of John Hinds. But anyone who’s ever taken a tumble or seen someone else go down will recognise the importance of his story.

Black might be the standard colour for helmets, but it is certainly not the only option! Here is a lineup of helmets that stand out, whether by colour or design. Whether you are a streetfighter fan or just want to be a little extra visible on the road, these helmets are for riders who dare to make a statement.

Are you in Belgium and planning to get your category A motorcycle licence? Fantastic idea! Years after getting my motorcycle licence, I can confidently say it was one of the best decisions I made when I was young (no, they weren’t all bad). Back then, I had to rely on libraries and local service centres…