RevzZ- Motor Blog

Some people say that nostalgia is a dangerous thing, that it makes us forget the flaws of the past and idealize the things that were not so great. But I say nostalgia is a wonderful thing, especially when it comes to motorcycles. And what better way to indulge in nostalgia than to ride the new BSA Gold Star, a modern reincarnation of one of the most iconic British bikes ever made? I am at the launch of the model in Malta, a country that has a history of British influence and a love for motorcycles.  The official agent here is Cycle World, a family-run business that has been selling and servicing bikes since 1971. They have invited bikers to the launch, and here I am telling you what I think about the 2023 BSA Gold The first thing I think is that it looks gorgeous. The new Gold Star is a faithful tribute to the original, with a classic fuel tank with an offset cap, pinstripes, a flat bench seat, minimal side panels, and generous use of chrome. It has a retro charm that makes you want to

  Some say that it’s the best thing to come out of Japan since sushi. Others say that it’s a glorified toy for grown-ups who never learned to ride a bike. I say that it’s the Honda Motocompacto, and it’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever seen. The Motocompacto is a folding electric scooter that Honda claims is the perfect solution for urban mobility. It’s supposed to fit in the trunk of your car, on the bus, or even in your closet. It has a top speed of 15 mph, a range of 12 miles, and a price tag of $995 1 . It also looks like something you’d find in a Kinder Surprise egg. The first problem with the Motocompacto is that it’s not very compact. When folded, it measures 28 inches long, 18 inches wide, and 14 inches high 2 . That’s about the size of a large suitcase. You’d need a pretty spacious trunk to fit it in, and good luck carrying it around. It weighs 44 pounds 2 , which is more than a bag of cement. And don’t even think about taking it on a plane. You’d have to pay extra for the

Cars. I love them. I’ve spent most of my life driving them, talking about them, and occasionally crashing them. But what will cars be like in the future? Will they still have wheels, engines, and steering wheels? Will they still make loud noises, emit fumes, and annoy cyclists? Or will they be silent, clean, and self-driving? And more importantly, will they still be fun? There are four main trends that are shaping the future of cars: electrification, autonomy, connectivity, and sharing. Let me explain what they mean. Electrification means that cars will run on batteries instead of petrol or diesel. This is supposed to reduce emissions, save money, and improve performance. Sounds good, right? Well, not quite. You see, batteries are heavy, expensive, and take a long time to charge. And where does the electricity come from? Coal-fired power stations? Nuclear reactors? Wind turbines? Solar panels? All of these have their own problems and costs. And what about the fun factor? Electric cars

The Ducati Multistrada V4S Grand Tour is a motorcycle that tries to do everything. It wants to be a superbike, a touring bike, an adventure bike, and a gadget-filled bike. It's like a Swiss Army knife on two wheels, except it's Italian and much more expensive. The Grand Tour is based on the Multistrada V4S, which is already a very good bike. But Ducati decided to add more stuff to it, such as 60-liter side cases, a main stand, a hands-free fuel tank cap, heated grips, a center stand cover, and a tire pressure monitoring system. They also gave it a fancy GT livery and LED lights, because why not. But the Grand Tour is not just about luggage and looks. It also has some of the features that the Multistrada V4 Rally has, such as the directly mounted handlebar, the adjustable air scoops, and the more comfortable pillion seat. These are supposed to make it more off-road friendly, but let's be honest: who in their right mind would take this bike off-road? It weighs 240 kg and cost