Below is a list of our latest blog posts, enjoy!
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 22 July 2026
Investing in quality crash protection can help minimise damage to your bike and potentially save you thousands in repair costs. With so many options available, here's a guide to the most common types and how they work.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 8 July 2026
Whether you're commuting to work, heading away for a weekend, or embarking on an epic touring adventure, the right motorcycle luggage can make every ride more enjoyable.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 30 June 2026
One of the most common questions we receive at Hurtle Gear is: "Do I need to remap my bike after installing a new exhaust?"
The short answer is: it depends on the type of exhaust you're installing and the modifications you've made.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 24 June 2026
For many riders, upgrading the exhaust is one of the first modifications they make to their motorcycle. But aftermarket exhaust systems offer far more than just an aggressive new sound.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 12 June 2026
As Puig continues to evolve its product range, production of many 3.0 lever applications is now slowing down or being phased out in favour of the new Puig 4.0 lever series.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 25 March 2026
We're pleased to announce that we have now added GBRacing to our range of premium brands. They manufacture a wide range of accessories including engine protection, lever guards, frame sliders, chain guards, dash protectors and more.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 20 February 2026
We know that not all orders go right. But we're glad to know that in most cases everything goes smoothly and we're proud to have one of the highest feedback ratings in the industry.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 16 February 2026
It’s a common question: if you’re running an O-ring, X-ring or Z-ring chain, do you still need to lubricate it? The short answer is yes.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 9 December 2025
We want to thank you all for your support and your business this year. As usual our admin team will be taking some time off over the Christmas and New Year period.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 4 September 2025
Because we have over 100,000 product lines in our inventory, we can't stock all of them on the shelf at once. That's why we offer a pre-order system that lets you order any item in our range it will be included in our next shipment.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 3 September 2025
We’re excited to announce that Yoshimura exhausts are now available at Hurtle Gear, bringing legendary racing pedigree and exceptional performance directly to your ride.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 21 August 2025
Some riders are out there year-round, rain, hail or shine. But for many of us, winter is a time to safely tuck the bike under a cover and wait for sunnier days.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 30 July 2025
At Hurtle Gear, we're excited to now stock DC Grips, a proudly Australian-made brand delivering premium motorcycle grips built for comfort, control, and performance.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 28 July 2025
If you're searching for a perfect blend of style, comfort, and protection in a motorcycle shoe, the REV'IT! Arrow Ladies Shoes might just be your new go-to.
Author: Grae Olsen
Date Posted: 2 July 2025
Riding in the rain doesn’t have to mean riding in misery. With the right gear, you can stay dry, warm, and in control—no matter how heavy the downpour.
Author: Dan Talbot
Date Posted: 26 June 2025
Dirt-bike season is upon us again and if you’re wanting to kick up some dust, you should make sure your machine can breathe. Cleaning a foam motorcycle air filter is a fairly simple but important process that is essential to engine longevity.
Author: Dan Talbot
Date Posted: 16 June 2025
Broadly speaking, motorcycle manufacturers and accessories providers concentrate on the last ten years or so. If you have a machine that is older than ten years please don’t lose heart.
Author: Dan Talbot
Date Posted: 10 June 2025
I had a close call whilst out on my motorcycle yesterday. I was distracted by a woman in a convertible Mustang that passed me at, shall we say, a gallop.
Author: Dan Talbot
Date Posted: 28 May 2025
No names, no pack drill, but at least one of us here at Hurtle is a bit of a sook when it comes to cold weather.
Author: Dan Talbot
Date Posted: 12 May 2025
The Red Dust Revival is fast becoming an iconic event on the Australian historic motor racing calendar. Held every four years since 2014, the Red Dust Revival celebrates the birth of motor racing in Western Australia which took place on Lake Perkolilli.