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  Review: Honda CB500F (productReview)
  Even in streaming wet weather, the Honda keeps you fed with information. That has the added benefit of letting you meter out braking effort from the single 320mm front disc with twin piston caliper. It’s fine for everyday riding and won’t catch out newer riders coming to a big bike for the first time as initial bite is very progressive.
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  Review: BMW R Nine T Urban G/S (productReview)
  width=500&height=333.33333333333337" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/91bbe2ad02a841fa8dd7992a19a53954" /> We have no complaints about the brakes that comes with ABS as standard. Plenty of retardation is matched by good, progressive feel at the lever. You also have the wide-set bars to lean on for cornering and manoeuvring the considerable weight of the G/S in town traffic.
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  Top 10: Best dash cameras to suit all budgets (Article)
  It also registers an impressive 4.5 stars from the 318 reviewers on Amazon, suggesting a good chance of satisfaction for your hard-earned cash. The 2.7-inch dash camera has a G-sensor to automatically save those heavy braking incidents, night vision and 165-degree wide angle camera to record three lanes of traffic in one go. >> Read our full review Aukey DR01 We like Aukey products at HonestJohn.co.uk.
• Review: Vespa GTS 300 (productReview)
  width=500&height=332.86318758815236" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/edaec349bfad408c9187982fa8f764aa" /> You also have ABS anti-lock brakes as standard on the GTS 300, which further go towards justifying the price of this Vespa. With discs front and rear, you have lots of stopping power and the confidence to use it. As for handling, the GTS 300 is light on its toes thanks to 12-inch wheels that let you jink and dodge through built-up traffic easily.
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  Review: Thule Easyfold XT 2 933 bike carrier rack (productReview)
  When coupled, you close the tightening handle and lock it to the tow bar with a key that's included with the rack. The 13-pin socket is easy to set-up - you simply plug it in - and this relays the vehicle’s braking and indicators to the lights that are attached to the bike rack. Once attached, you unfold the rack and then lift your bikes onto it. The bikes are easily secured via two integrated clamps that attach to the frame of each bike.
• Halfords Catalogue 1965 (Article)
  Grease for £5 on Amazon *   Can you still buy it? Brake fluid from £9 on Amazon *   Can you still buy it?
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  How to buy a scooter (Article)
  Lastly, should you go for two or three wheels? Some of this is down to personal taste, but three-wheelers offer more stability and better braking, which can help a newly qualified rider gain confidence. What size of engine do I need? If you have a restricted licence, this question will be answered for you as you’ll be limited to either 50- or 125cc.
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  Review: Honda CB500X (productReview)
  As with every other facet of the 500X, the transmission works seamlessly and is much smoother than Honda transmissions have sometimes been in the past. The same polished perfection applies to the weight and action of the clutch, while the brakes are strong and responsive. They come with ABS as standard, which more adept off-road riders might not like so much, but the average 500X owner will find them ideal. The handlebars are positioned higher and further back than on other CB500 variants, so the riding position is very relaxed and natural.
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  Review: Kawasaki Z-125 (productReview)
  Still, it’s not a hardship and the six-speed gearbox’s ratios suit the power and delivery well. As for the brakes, the Z-125 comes with a single 290mm petal disc up front and 220mm disc at the rear. Nothing fancy here, but they work well and there’s ABS anti-locking to help newer riders gain confidence quickly and avoid emergency spills off the bike.
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  Review: Vantrue OnDash N1 Pro dash cam (productReview)
  Other features include a 24-hour parking mode, although you need to hardwire it to the car battery for this to work, collision detection when turned off, a G-sensor which will automatically save and lock any footage following a collision or any sudden movements, such as swerving or hard braking. Interestingly it also has a time-lapse function, where  the camera will automatically take photos at specified intervals and edit them together into a video clip, like the Garmin 55 dash cam we reviewed.
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  Review: Giant Revolt 0 gravel bike (productReview)
  This sees premium GRX RX-820 components (if you're used to road bikes, think Ultegra) used for the front and rear derailleur, while the shifters are more mid-tier RX-610 (think 105). Speaking of 105, the Revolt 0 uses a 105 cassette (11-34), Tigra-equivalent RX410 brakes and a FSA Omega Modular AGX+ crank.  The Revolt 0 uses Giant's own S-X2 disc wheelset, and these are fitted with   Maxxis Rambler tyres with a 42mm width. If you want to run something wider, the Revolt 0 has a clearance of up to 53mm in its 'long' flip chip position, or 45mm in its short position (more on that in a bit). 
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  Review Lexmoto Tempest 125 (productReview)
  width=500&height=333.33333333333337" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/c51bc3da95c94dffbd8b543096cc932d" /> The five-speed gearbox is decent, although can sometimes slip into false neutrals. Brakes are firm but, at this price, it's no surprise we don't get adjustable front forks. The twin rear shocks come with five-step pre-load adjustment only. There's no centre stand on the Tempest, instead, there's only a side stand - which can be down when you start the bike but it has to be tucked up in order to move through the gears.
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  Review: Zero SR/F (productReview)
  A standard seat height of 787mm can be lowered or raised with optional saddles, while wind protection is as good as any in this class without a fairing or screen. Strong, progressive brakes make easy work of stopping and ABS avoids any over-exuberance. The tyres are Pirelli Diablo front and back, which offer up loads of grip and confidence even on the cold, slightly damp roads we spent most of our time riding on with the SR/F.
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  Review: Char-Broil All-Star 120 B-Gas BBQ (productReview)
  It isn't that easy to move around but it's definitely easier than having no wheels  - plus, there are parking brakes in case you're worried about it rolling away. The top half of the barbecue comes with its own short, metal legs and can detach from the trolley to sit on the ground or a table. To us, the entire idea of detaching the BBQ from the bottom half is a bit of a novelty considering it's far more practical to use the entire unit together (it's taller but doesn't really take up any extra space and the trolley keeps the gas canister out of the way).
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  Review: Z-Edge T4 Dual dash cam (productReview)
  The same G-sensor will automatically save any footage if it detects sudden movement such as hard braking or a collision. It also comes with a 32GB micro SD card included. Admittedly these aren't expensive to buy at around £7, but it's handy if you're setting the camera up and realise you forgot to buy one.
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  Top 10: Learner legal commuter bikes and scooters (Article)
  There under-seat storage is big enough for two helmets, plus the storage area is handily illuminated. Protection from the elements is excellent, as is braking performance and acceleration. You can tell Suzuki has really thought the design through, making this one of the best scooter choices for someone who wants to leave their car at home and move to two wheels for the first time.
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  Top 15: Must-have kit for the classic car owner (Article)
  Eezibleed Kit Designed for one-man operation, this clever kit uses the air pressure from your spare tyre to effortlessly bleed your classic’s hydraulic brake or clutch system. Adaptors are available to make sure it’s compatible with most vehicles’ screw-cap reservoirs, and full instructions are provided. Available for around the £35 mark, you can find your nearest retailer by going online to www.gunson.co.uk .
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  Top 10: Useful car accessories for dog owners (Article)
  It has a floating plate in it that allows enough water through for the dog to drink, but that won’t allow splashes. That means when braking, accelerating or cornering there should be little to no spillage – better for your car and your dog. There is the risk your dog will kick it over entirely, of course, but usefully there is a bracket available to mount the bowl in a permanent spot.
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  Top 10: Father's Day Gifts for petrolheads (Article)
  That’s enough to get most at home maintenance jobs done – though there are various other essentials an aspiring home mechanic will need for jobs like oil changes or brake maintenance. But don’t worry – we’ve got a top 10 guide to those here too. Click here to see it .   How To Drive by Ben Collins - £12.99 RRP Former Stig and professional stunt driver Ben Collins is probably one of the best people in the world to teach you how to drive – and that’s precisely what he has done in his new book.
• ELECTRIC CARS: Is an EV right for me? (FAQs)
  NK city is designed to meet the strict safety requirements of both Europe and the US, as a highway-safe road car. The car is equipped with ABS brakes, airbags and three-point safety belts with pretensioners and it meets all European and US requirements with good margins. “Unlike the lower-range, electric quadricycles that have had limited success in the UK, TH!