How to find handlebars that fit you. The simple science behind handlebar selection comes down to comfort, function and looks. We take a look at the pros and cons of different styles, learn how to measure bars from an expert and road test the new Bandit Bar from Rollies Speed Shop. It is often said that a…
Air Safe Hitch Review: Why We Fitted One to Our Isuzu D-MAX Australian roads are getting rougher, caravans are getting heavier, and the humble hitch is being asked to absorb more punishment than ever. After two years of towing with an Air Safe hitch behind our Isuzu D-MAX, we explain why we bought one, how…
Custom-built “Spirit of Munro” Streamliner The All-New Thunder Stroke 111 Engine powers a one of a kind tribute to Burt Munro’s ‘Munro Special’. The bike portrayed in ‘World’s Fastest Indian’ Motion Picture. Indian Motorcycle, the first American motorcycle company, revealed a custom-built streamliner named the “Spirit of Munro”. A special surprise announcement on Saturday, March…
Ultimate Stopping Power Giving our 330,000 km Isuzu D-Max the Bendix Ultimate 4WD treatment With 330,000 kilometres behind it, our 2010 Isuzu D-Max has certainly earned the right to take things a little easier. Unfortunately, nobody appears to have explained retirement to the D-Max. Before it heads off on its next assignment, we are giving…
X-Series RV X-Pulse POD review: Real-World Test Summary with administration update Editor’s Update: 25 June 2026 Since this review was first published, ASIC published notices sighted by Gone Touring show that X Series RV Pty Ltd, ACN 677 125 763, and Sunland RV Pty Ltd, ACN 656 503 383, have appointed administrators. The notices list…
Winter Battery Care for 4x4s: Don’t Let the Cold Kill Your Adventure There are few sounds more disappointing than a 4×4 trying to start on a freezing winter morning with a battery that has already given up the fight. Here are some 4×4 winter battery care tips. You know the scene. The fridge is packed.…
Projecta’s Intelli-IQ Smart Relays Bring Digital Control to the 12V Touring World There was a time when adding accessories to a touring vehicle was a fairly straightforward business. You fitted the light bar, ran some cable, drilled a hole in the dashboard, added another switch, and then stood back admiring your handiwork. The cabin slowly…
Slide-On Camper vs Motorhome: Pros and Cons for Australian Touring Choosing between a slide-on camper vs motorhome has become one of the biggest decisions facing Australians planning long-distance touring adventures. After extensive touring experience across Australia, we explain why many travellers are now choosing slide-on campers over traditional motorhomes. For adventurous Australians, the choice between…
..Les’ Custom 1949 Isle of Man Norton Roadster Building a custom bike on a meagre budget is dead set impossible unless that is, you’ve got the technical ability to handcraft most of the parts yourself as well as the knack to scrounge and swap most of the bits and pieces. Well, that is exactly what…
Gold Class LC17C Touring 2+1 Review The Swiss Army Knife of Semi Off-Road Family Caravans That Arrives Ready to Tour Is 17.1 feet the smartest size for a modern touring caravan? The Gold Class LC17C Touring 2+1 makes a compelling case, combining semi-off-road capability, 300 amp-hours of lithium power, rooftop solar, and Starlink readiness in…