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Niall's Spin - Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod
By Niall Mackenzie on 08/10/2010 16:45:18
The boldest move for Harley-Davidson in recent history was the VRSCA V-Rod, Niall Mackenzie takes it for a Spin
Click to read: Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod owners reviews, Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod specs and to see the Harley-Davidson VRSCA V-Rod image gallery.Sportsters and Fat Boys were the only Harley-Davidsons I had ridden until I had the pleasure of this very different, very gleaming...
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Niall Mackenzie Column - Apr 2009
By Niall Mackenzie on 01/04/2009 11:01:13
Niall sees a Silver lining to MotoGP’s move from Donington to Silverstone. We couldwell be in for some Grand Prix glory years a few years from now...
was in the process of carrying out a similar bathroom-related task. My wife, Jan, shouted: “Oh my god Niall, come down quick, there’s some shocking news on teletext!” I was honestly thinking: “twin towers or dead royal,” but although the news definitely wasn’t good
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Advanced Riding Course: Body position and knee down
By Niall Mackenzie on 16/04/2010 13:42:58
Motorbikes are designed for the straights, so when it comes to the corners a little help is needed. Good body position can be really effective, making the experience safer and more comfortable
While instructing, I am frequently asked if body position is important? This is only just behind getting asked is it Neil or Niall? For the record, it is Gaelic and apparently pronounced Nee-al, so blame my parents. My Dad was Neil by the way
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Surely more wins are on the cards for Seeley and the 2011 Gixer?
By Niall Mackenzie on 02/06/2011 21:03:45
lead. He stands out because after much post launch hype none of the major Supersport players believed the new Suzuki (there are none in WSS) would be competitive.NM. After a great first season on a Superbike why did you move to Supersport?AS. I had
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Niall Mackenzie Column - Oct 09
By Niall Mackenzie on 27/10/2009 15:02:29
Niall explains how modern technology is ruining post-race payback, inflicts maximum damage at minimum velocity and rues Honda’s current love of Australian riders...
that one rider read on a forum how another was upset after being wiped out so he Facebooked him to say it wasn’t his fault. He then got Facebooked back saying it was his fault and he better watch out. They then moved on to slagging each other on their blogs
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Advanced Motorcycle Riding Course: Overtaking
By Niall Mackenzie on 16/04/2010 15:19:22
Advanced motorcycle riding tips to improve your overtaking skills
maneuver, Mackenzie fashion. This technique may or may not be perfect for everyone, but I've never had any scares and I'm still alive (wife says different) so it works well for me.As I'm approaching any vehicle that I intend to overtake, first I like
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Wet Weather Riding - Mackenzie's Quick Tips
By Niall Mackenzie on 13/10/2010 14:40:01
Niall Mackenzie is a master at riding in wet conditions. Here are his quick tips to help you stay upright
take six or seven miles to do that.Fast & SmoothShortshifting through the gearbox gives the rear tyre a much easier time of it - and you're less likely to lose gripKeep the balls of your feet on the pegs and move around fluidly.No sudden moves
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Nuggets from Estoril
By Niall Mackenzie on 03/05/2011 21:01:48
Stoner’s brilliance now that even Rossi is struggling to get close to the podium on the D800cc Ducati. Others had no doubt it was the rule change for Moto GP machines moving to 1000cc in 2012 that was being debated. Given the exact time and the date
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Avon Viper Extreme - Niall Mackenzie's verdict
By Niall Mackenzie on 28/08/2007 10:12:34
Niall Mackenzie tests the new Viper Extreme at Donington
to the limit. The front gave a good positive feel and never moved however it lacked the ultimate bite of the likes of the Bridgestone BT015 or a Pirelli Diablo Corsa 111.Overall I was impressed with the Viper Extreme. The feedback and feel gave me plenty
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Motorcycle Track Guide: Jerez
By Niall Mackenzie on 21/07/2010 12:32:47
Any track hosting a Grand Prix can’t be entirely shabby. Jerez has long been a MotoGP favourite and there are good reasons why
and Criville, Rossi and Gibernau are two that spring to mind). I was battling for third with Alex Criville and Kevin Schwantz when Criville made a desperate move on me a few corners before the chequered flag.The spectators thought I had knocked him off so I
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