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About Kellie Buckley

Kel Buckley is a respected motorcycle journalist and editor best know for being part of over 450 issues of Australian Motorcycle News Magazine, where she had roles from staff journo to news editor, road tester and then making her way to editor. With 20-years of experience testing motorcycles and motorcycle products, there are very few riders on the planet with Kel's experience and knowledge of all things on two wheels.
Latest Posts | By Kellie Buckley
Feature | Interview, Ducati Australia’s MD, Sergi Canovas
2 months ago

Feature | Interview, Ducati Australia’s MD, Sergi Canovas

Five years after Ducati took control of its Aussie operation, Sergio Canovas Garriga reflects on the challenges, the wins and what comes next for the Italian brand. We sat down …
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Bike Review | 2025 Savic C-Series Alpha
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2 months ago

Bike Review | 2025 Savic C-Series Alpha

Australia’s first locally built full sized electric roadbike, the Savic C-Series Alpha, delivers brutal torque, clever tech and a surprisingly high finish, all from a small Melbourne workshop. We spent …
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Bike Review | 2025 CFMOTO 500SR VOOM
8.7
3 months ago

Bike Review | 2025 CFMOTO 500SR VOOM

The era of small-capacity inline-fours might be fading, but CFMOTO’s new 500SR VOOM taps into that legacy with a distinctive retro look, modern tech and more rideability than its attractive …
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Feature | Interview, BMW Motorrad Australia’s new GM, Steven Dunn
3 months ago

Feature | Interview, BMW Motorrad Australia’s new GM, Steven Dunn

Steven Dunn steps into BMW Motorrad Australia’s top job at a pivotal time. With the R 1300 GS range spearheading new launches and events like BMW Safari driving community, he’s …
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Feature | Riding Gear, Expiring Helmets, how safe is your lid?
3 months ago

Feature | Riding Gear, Expiring Helmets, how safe is your lid?

When it comes to motorcycle helmets, damage isn’t always visible. If you’re still wearing the same lid you bought a handful of years ago, or more, it might not be …
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Bike Review | 2025 Lambretta G350 Scooter
7.7
4 months ago

Bike Review | 2025 Lambretta G350 Scooter

Lambretta’s new-for-2025 G350 makes a strong first impression. It’s smartly finished, thoughtfully engineered and more than capable of holding its own in traffic, proving that a 12-inch-wheeled scooter can be …
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Bike Review | 2025 Suzuki SV650
7.2
4 months ago

Bike Review | 2025 Suzuki SV650

Suzuki’s SV650 enters 2025 with the same V-twin charm, everyday usability and budget-friendly appeal that’s kept it alive for more than 25 years. In a mid-capacity market defined by rider …
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Bike Review | 2025 BMW F 900 R Road Test
8.7
4 months ago

Bike Review | 2025 BMW F 900 R Road Test

Sharper, lighter and better equipped, the 2025 BMW F 900 R builds on its predecessor’s strengths with updated handling, refined electronics and thoughtful revisions for today’s competitive middleweight market. We …
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Rally | Sheilas Shakedown
5 months ago

Rally | Sheilas Shakedown

Roaring into its 10th year, Sheilas Shakedown is Australia’s only motorcycle rally exclusively for women and gender-diverse riders. What began as a humble campout has evolved into a defiant, joy-fuelled …
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Triumph Scrambler 400 XC | New Models 2025
5 months ago

Triumph Scrambler 400 XC | New Models 2025

Triumph has added a new off-road-biased variant to its 400cc Modern Classic line-up with the 2025 Scrambler 400 XC, priced from $11,490 rideaway and available from August.

Set to arrive …
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