CSM News & Riding Advice

Watch a short Yamaha AG200 valve replacement video from the Craig Stevens Motorcycles workshop in Tokoroa.

A helmet size label is a starting point. The right fit depends on your head measurement and the particular helmet model. Whether you are choosing a first helmet for a young rider or replacing your own, a few checks can make the choice easier. 1. Measure your head Use a soft tape measure and run it horizontally around your head, above your eyebrows and across the widest part at the back. Keep the tape comfortably against your head and record the circumference in centimetres. R

Compare the 2026 Viking 700 EPS and EPS SE: CSM prices, shared work features, SE extras and dimensions. Both are in stock in Tokoroa.

Choosing between the Yamaha AG125 and AG200 comes down to the type of farm work you do, the terrain you cover and how much power and carrying ability you need. Both are purpose-built agricultural motorcycles, but they suit slightly different jobs. Quick comparison The AG125 is the lighter and more affordable option. Its 124cc air-cooled four-stroke engine, 800mm seat height and 113kg wet weight make it easy to manage for daily stock checks, fencing runs and lighter farm dutie

Craig puts the all-new 2027 Yamaha YZ250F to the test and shares why its engine, handling and complete race-ready package impressed him.

MNZ knee pads become compulsory for Mini Motocross from 1 September 2026. Read the NZ rule update and shop mini, youth and adult knee protection at CSM.

Explore the new O'Neal 2027 motocross gear at CSM, including adult, women's and youth racewear, helmets and gloves with direct product links.

Ask Craig Stevens Motorcycles about current Yamaha finance options for selected motorcycles, farm bikes, ATVs and side-by-sides.

Few kids dirt bikes have stayed as familiar as the Yamaha PW50. It has been around for decades because it solves one very specific problem well: helping young riders learn the basics without giving them too much bike too soon. The PW50 is small, simple, and forgiving. It is not built to win races or tackle harsh trails. It is built for first rides in a paddock, around a controlled practice area, or at a junior-friendly dirt bike park. For families in New Zealand looking at a