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About Zane Dobie

Despite his fresh age, Zane has a wealth writing, racing and riding experience behind him. Racing go-karts since the age of 5 before moving to motocross and then going down the road racing path, he has always been infatuated with engines. Zane has worked in the motorcycle journalism field since high-school and all through his Uni Bachelors.
Latest Posts | By Zane Dobie
Video Review: 2023 Suzuki V-STROM 800DE
8.9
12 months ago

Video Review: 2023 Suzuki V-STROM 800DE

Suzuki’s new V-STROM 800DE is a far stretch from the humble beginnings the V-STROM range, which started in 2002, but it is a far stretch in the right direction… Suzuki …
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Gear Review: MotoDry Suit, Falco Boots, Five Gloves & Airoh Helmet
12 months ago

Gear Review: MotoDry Suit, Falco Boots, Five Gloves & Airoh Helmet

Moto National have sent some new adventure riding kit! I put it to the test in some uncomfortable weather here in Aus and in NZ. Check out what I thought …
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Video Review: The Entire 2023 Royal Enfield Range
12 months ago

Video Review: The Entire 2023 Royal Enfield Range

There’s no better way to find your perfect fit than riding multiple machines on the same day. Royal Enfield threw a Ride The Range day where I found my perfect …
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Quick Spins: Riding The Entire 2023 Royal Enfield Range
1 year ago

Quick Spins: Riding The Entire 2023 Royal Enfield Range

There’s no better way to find your perfect fit than riding multiple machines on the same day. Royal Enfield threw a Ride The Range day where I found my perfect …
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Staff Bikes: Month Three On The BikeReview Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail
1 year ago

Staff Bikes: Month Three On The BikeReview Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail

Month three already with the “Little Lion”! The Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail has been treating me well, I never thought I’d like it as much as I do now. Giving …
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Launch: 2023 Suzuki V-STROM 800DE
8.8
1 year ago

Launch: 2023 Suzuki V-STROM 800DE

Suzuki’s new V-STROM 800DE is a far stretch from the humble beginnings the V-STROM range, which started in 2002, but it is a far stretch in the right direction… Suzuki …
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New Products: Valdarez Jackets From RSTG, First Impressions
1 year ago

New Products: Valdarez Jackets From RSTG, First Impressions

An unexpected package rocked up at my door earlier this week, inside were two jackets from a brand I’d never heard of, Valdarez. The Aussie company behind them called “Rider …
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Launch: 2023 Suzuki V-STROM 1050 & 1050DE
8.8
1 year ago

Launch: 2023 Suzuki V-STROM 1050 & 1050DE

V-STROM fans asked, Suzuki delivered. The majorly updated V-STROM 1050 and the new 1050DE, which phases out the 1050XT, sees the most off-road capable machine that has ever graced the …
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Staff Bikes: Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail Update, A History Lesson On Benelli!
1 year ago

Staff Bikes: Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail Update, A History Lesson On Benelli!

It honestly feels like yesterday I was writing the first update on my Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail long-termer. But, here we are at month number two! The Leoncino has been …
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Staff Gear: Zane’s new IXON Vortex 2 Leathers, Part 1
1 year ago

Staff Gear: Zane’s new IXON Vortex 2 Leathers, Part 1

Cassons Australia have sent me some new IXON racing leathers. Not only do they look spectacular, they fit perfectly and have plenty of features to keep me safe and cool …
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