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Tangsun Custom Race Suit Review: Indonesian Custom 1 Piece Leather Motorcycle Suit Crash Tested

Authored by James Banks Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Published on August 24, 2026 Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Last updated August 24, 2026

On track - front three-quarter of the custom Tangsun race suit

I ordered a Tangsung custom one-piece in Indonesia, ran it at Bangli and Mandalika, and crashed it at about 80 km/h with a Tech-Air 10 underneath. Here is the fit lesson, the process, and how the leather held up.

Kawasaki Ninja 400 Review: Gold Coast Street + Broadford Hire

Authored by James Banks Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Published on August 18, 2026 Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Last updated August 23, 2026

Kawasaki Ninja 400 on wet Broadford track day, white helmet rider leaning

I rode the Kawasaki Ninja 400 on Gold Coast streets and hired one at Broadford with Champions Ride Days. Here is how the 400 feels for performance, handling, comfort, and value from short seat time on 2020 and 2024 models.

Kawasaki ZX-25R Review: Bali Day Trips on the Little Inline-Four Screamer

Authored by James Banks Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Published on August 4, 2026 Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Last updated August 23, 2026

Lime green Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R side profile, full bike only

I spent multiple full days on Kawasaki ZX-25R hires across Bali and Lombok in 2023-2024. Here is how the little inline-four, factory quickshifter, and day-trip ergonomics actually feel.

Alpinestars SMX 6 V2 Review: 2 Years, 5 Track Days, 2 Crashes

Authored by James Banks Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Published on August 9, 2022 Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Last updated August 24, 2026

Alpinestars SMX 6 V2 side profile feature

Welcome to my Alpinestars SMX 6 V2 review. I’ve owned these riding boots since June 2022 and I’ve worn them on at least half a dozen rides so far. If you are considering purchasing these boots but want to know how…

Alpinestars Faster 3 Review: The Most Practical Riding Shoe?

Authored by James Banks Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Published on August 4, 2022 Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Last updated August 24, 2026

Unboxing the Alpinestars Faster 3

Welcome to my Alpinestars Faster 3 review. I have been using these motorcycle riding shoes for commuting since the start of 2022. If you are considering purchasing the Alpinestars Faster 3 motorcycle riding shoes, then you must…

RHOK Gen3 Kevlar Motorcycle Riding Jeans Review

Authored by James Banks Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Published on July 19, 2022 Rankmax Racing Logo Icon Last updated August 23, 2026

RHOK Gen3 kevlar jeans with armour removed

Looking for a pair of motorcycle riding jeans? Want something that will literally protect your ass while not costing an arm and leg? The RHOK Gen3 motorcycling jeans are one of the internet’s best-kept secrets. In this review, I’ll walk you through why you should…

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