Tony Hoare photograph

Tony Hoare

Former RiDE product tester and journalist with MCN and Bike, with 21 years' experience writing about bikes and kit. Since 2017 he's been writing and making videos full-time for Sportsbikeshop. He owns a Yamaha FZ-1 Fazer and is running a Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE on Sportsbikehop's behalf in 2023. He's ridden a wide range of bikes and worn even more kit over the years.

  1. Introducing... Shoei NXR 3 helmet featured image
    3 Nov 2026

    Introducing... Shoei NXR 3 helmet

    The third generation of Shoei's popular NXR series promises improved aerodynamics and ventilation

  2. Introducing... Schuberth C5 GT featured image
    3 Nov 2026

    Introducing... Schuberth C5 GT

    Schuberth hope the C5 GT is the first of many enhanced versions of their existing model range

  3. Dainese Overyond XT boots review featured image
    28 Oct 2026

    Dainese Overyond XT boots review

    Dainese’s mid-height adventure-touring boots have a secret trick that makes them more versatile than most alternatives

  4. Alpinestars Supertech R7 helmet review featured image
    14 Sep 2026

    Alpinestars Supertech R7 helmet review

    A year after it was revealed, here’s our full verdict on the new Alpinestars Supertech R7 helmet

  5. Video: Shoei Hornet ADV 06 helmet review featured image Video icon
    11 Sep 2026

    Video: Shoei Hornet ADV 06 helmet review

    Shoei are back in the adventure game after a year off. Does their relaunched Hornet ADV 06 live up to the Japanese firm's stellar reputation?

  6. AGV's new Pista GP3 race helmet could revolutionise head protection featured image
    11 Sep 2026

    AGV's new Pista GP3 race helmet could revolutionise head protection

    AGV’s MotoGP racers are first to benefit, but every rider could be safer in future

  7. Knox Tor armoured shirt review featured image
    27 Aug 2026

    Knox Tor armoured shirt review

    Knox's Tor is a practical, pocket-packed armoured shirt that delivers strong airflow, flexible protection and real layering versatility

  8. Scorpion Exo-GT SP Air helmet review featured image
    21 Aug 2026

    Scorpion Exo-GT SP Air helmet review

    The first of Scorpion’s Apex helmet series lives up to its billing as a cut above their normal range

  9. Oxford Aqua Pro 50L Rollbag review featured image
    5 Aug 2026

    Oxford Aqua Pro 50L Rollbag review

    Huge capacity and rock-solid stability make the Oxford Aqua Pro T50 one of the most impressive rollbags our reviewer has used

  10. Held Sambia KTC 2 gloves review featured image
    10 Aug 2026

    Held Sambia KTC 2 gloves review

    Held's lightweight touring gloves tackle a roasting-hot European road trip to give their credentials an intense test

  11. Held Tropic 4 textile jacket review  featured image
    29 Jul 2026

    Held Tropic 4 textile jacket review 

    Held's lightweight mesh kit makes hot-weather riding more bearable, for a sensible price 

  12. Dainese D-Air Smart Air jacket review featured image
    3 Jul 2026

    Dainese D-Air Smart Air jacket review

    Dainese's low-key airbag makes riding feel safer without spoiling the ride