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Clever air intake design brings more zing and better soundtrack to upcoming CB1000 Hornet

Today 13:04 by Ben Purvis

Although Honda’s CB1000 Hornet was first shown late last year, the company are yet to announce detailed technical specifications or pricing. In fact, all we really know is that it’s due later in...

Time is running out to have your say of the government's Classic Vehicle Consultation

Today 12:50 by Nye Davis

The time to have your say on the Government’s classic vehicle consultation is coming to an end, with the final date given to respond set for Thursday, July 4. Related: Over 200 classics up for...

Motorcyclists invited to join the first ever Beaulieu Bikers’ Day at the National Motor Museum

Today 12:38 by Dan Sutherland

The National Motor Museum in Beaulieu are calling upon motorcyclists of all kinds to join them for their first ever Bikers’ Day on Saturday, July 6. As part of the event, a number of classic bikes...

Rally-ready racer | SR75 World Team Suzuki create off-road ready race bike from V-Strom 800DE

Today 11:24 by Nye Davis

Suzuki’s resident off-road racing team, SR75 World Team Suzuki, has created a one-off rally ready version of the V-Strom 800DE, reminiscent of the DR Big of old, which the team intends to race later...

Built to go the distance | Ducati unveil tricked up DesertX 'Discovery' with all the options ticked

Today 10:08 by Nye Davis

Ducati have announced a full bells-and-whistles version of their DesertX adventure bike and it’s due to hit dealerships this July. Built to take on the likes of the Husqvarna Norden 901...

Cadwell classic bike weekend celebrates 90 years of the Lincs venue plus Honda and Ducati milestones

Yesterday 17:08 by Dan Sutherland

A two-day on-track extravaganza is set to take place at Cadwell Park this September, celebrating 90 years of the undulating Lincolnshire circuit plus numerous iconic bike anniversaries. Cadwell...

Longest Day cheap bike challenge raises £92k for Cancer Research UK riding from Land's End to John o' Groats

Yesterday 16:51 by Dan Sutherland

A group of 35 bikers, riding motorcycles built on a shoestring budget, travelled from Land’s End to John o’ Groats on the longest day of the year to raise money for Cancer Research UK. The June 20...

Bag a Brough in Brum | Over 200 classics up for grabs at upcoming National Motorcycle Museum auction

Yesterday 13:01 by Dan Sutherland

The National Motorcycle Museum (NMM) in Solihull will play host to the next H&H Classics auction, with over 200 bikes up for grabs including four Vincent Black Shadows, and a Brough Superior...

Return to Africa | BMW announce details of R1300GS special builds to be used in 2024 GS Trophy

Yesterday 12:24 by Nye Davis

Ahead of their biennial GS Trophy competition, BMW have released details of the bikes to be used in this year’s event – and they’re remarkably similar to what you can buy straight from the...

Stella canned | Historic Stella Alpina motorcycle rally cancelled after almost 60 years

Yesterday 11:39 by Nye Davis

Europe’s highest motorcycle rally, the historic Stella Alpina, has been consigned to the history books after almost six continuous decades of running. Related: 30th annual HOG Rally Senigallia...

Kawasaki-powered stunt rider gets first practice ahead of high-speed ski record attempt

Yesterday 11:22 by Dan Sutherland

Stunt rider Jonny Davies has enjoyed a successful first shakedown run aboard a Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX as he prepares to break the world record for ‘Fastest speed being dragged behind a motorcycle.’ The...

Greater Manchester Police tackle nuisance riders and quads with airborne support

Yesterday 11:12 by Dan Sutherland

Police in Greater Manchester are tackling ongoing issues with nuisance and anti-social motorcycle and quad bike riders with the help of the National Police Air Service (NPAS), and drone technology.

Moto Morini launch bolt-on sports kit for Seiemmezzo STR naked twin

26 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Chinese-owned Italian marque Moto Morini have launched a striking new sports kit for their Seiemmezzo STR naked twin. The SP kit builds on the existing middleweight twin with a headlight surround...

Bishopscourt for sale | Northern Irish race track listed online for £2 million

25 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Northern Irish race circuit Bishopscourt has been put up for sale by its owners, promising three potential track layouts, multiple buildings, and more. Up for sale with Hanna Hillen Estates, the...

Finger on the button | Yamaha launch switchgear operated Y-AMT semi-automatic gearbox technology for next generation motorcycles

25 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Yamaha are the latest large-scale manufacturer to join the transmission tech arms race, revealing a new semi-automatic gearbox system said to improve dynamic and sporty riding. Both KTM and BMW...

Boost your bike control, comfort and stamina: Get fit to ride with Jane Omorogbe

24 June 2024 by Jane Omorogbe

Boost your bike control, comfort and stamina with these simple fitness and flexibility tips from ex-Gladiator and fitness coach Jane Omorogbe… Part 8: Flexibility The hips don’t lie.

Suzuki Live 2024 welcomes thousands of modern and classic motorcycle enthusiasts to Cadwell Park

24 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Thousands of motorcyclists from across the UK rumbled into Lincolnshire’s Cadwell Park this past weekend for Suzuki Live 2024. Taking place across both Saturday and Sunday, over 2200 fans of the...

Where next for biking | MCN delves into what the upcoming general election could mean for motorcycling

24 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

With a general election taking place on Thursday, July 4 to determine the next UK government, MCN has been looking into the promises laid out by key political parties to see how each could impact...

Ducatista unite | World Ducati Week 2024 ready for action at Italy's Misano World Circuit this July

24 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Ducati have released plans for their upcoming World Ducati Week celebration, which returns to Misano for the first time since 2022 this July 26-28. Now entering its 12th iteration, the global...

Monster Energy gather bike racing superstars together for what could be the world's greatest trackday

21 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Superstars from the MotoGP, World Superbike, British Superbike, and road racing paddocks converged on Silverstone Grand Prix circuit on Thursday, June 20 for a trackday like no other. Called the...

Merseyside Police track down six bikes stolen in Liverpool during TT fortnight

20 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Police officers in Merseyside have recovered six motorbikes stolen from tourists travelling through Liverpool on their way to the annual Isle of Man TT races. In total, eight machines were taken...

Ultimate R1 arrives | Crescent Yamaha build exclusive track-only superbikes at £65,000 each

19 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Crescent Yamaha, the dealership behind the official Pata Prometeon Yamaha World Superbike team, have launched an exclusive run of Jonathan Rea tribute GYTR R1 superbikes – said to be the ultimate in...

Fowlers of Bristol have helped raise £4000 with their monthly Bristol Bike Night at June meetup

19 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Bristol Bike Night has raised an impressive £3950 for the Motor Neurone Disease Association during its June gathering. The monthly event was organised and held by multi franchise dealership,...

Cake rises again | Electric firm returns with new Norwegian backers following bankruptcy

19 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Lightweight Swedish electric brand, Cake Motorcycles are back in business, having previously filed for bankruptcy in February 2024. The electric motorbike brand was snapped up by Norwegian car...

Full blown goodness | Brit bike specialist builds supercharged Triumph Speed Twin in just four days

19 June 2024 by Nye Davis

As retros go, Triumph’s Speed Twin is arguably at the sportier end of the spectrum than some, but with just 99bhp turning its back wheel, the Hinckley classic is unlikely to set any...

Italjet Dragster gets a Marquez makeover! Gresini replica provides MotoGP flair to radical scooter

19 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Italian scooter manufacturer Italjet are expanding their Dragster lineup with the introduction of several MotoGP inspired models this September. Built to celebrate its technical collaboration with...

Feeling the buzz | Spanish off-road brand Rieju branch out with new urban E-Tango EV supermoto

19 June 2024 by Nye Davis

With the small bike market now inundated with super light electric motorbikes, Spanish brand Rieju have thrown their hat into the ring with the introduction of the new E-Tango Supermoto. Already...

Tribute to the King | Triumph launch Elvis Presley limited edition Bonneville T120

18 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Triumph Motorcycles have launched yet another special edition, revealing a £14,495 Bonneville T120 Elvis Presley Limited Edition retro bike on Tuesday, June 18. Limited to 925 bikes worldwide, it...

KTM combatting engine noise crackdown with new onboard sensors

18 June 2024 by Ben Purvis

A growing number of authorities – both nationally and internationally – are starting to employ noise cameras to catch riders with bikes considered to be too loud. While that might sound fair enough...

Sort your bike's leaky fork seals

17 June 2024 by Bruce Dunn

That tell-tale oil trace means it’s time to replace those worn-out seals Sorting your seals It’s one of the mysteries of modern motorcycling – how fork seals can leak even though they haven’t...

'Nuisance' off-road motorcycle seized after rider seen pulling wheelies and riding on footpaths

17 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Police officers in Corby have seized an off-road motorcycle being ridden antisocially, and also promised further action to tackle the problem, following increased concern from local...

Harley-Davidsons unite | 30th annual HOG Rally Senigallia roars onto sun-kissed Italian coastline

17 June 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

The idyllic seaside resort of Senigallia on Italy’s sun-drenched Adriatic, rumbled to the sound of rock, disco beats and thumping Milwaukee iron, as tens of thousands of Harley-Davidson riders and...

Isle of Man TT boss opens up about Drive to Survive style docuseries and Hollywood-backed film

14 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Head of Motorsport for the annual Isle of Man TT races, Paul Phillips has expressed both his excitement and concerns following the announcement that the racing festival is to get a Hollywood-backed...

From Varese to Plymouth | MV Agusta expand dealership network with new South Downs showroom

14 June 2024 by Nye Davis

The West Country is set to gain an official MV Agusta dealership, as Plymouth based Macpherson Motorcycles open their doors to customers on June 20. A public grand opening is set to start at 4pm...

Bikes on the big screen | New biking flick, The Bikeriders, is set for imminent UK release

14 June 2024 by Nye Davis

A new motorcycle themed film called The Bikeriders is set to hit UK cinemas on June 21, starring Tom Hardy, Jodie Comer, Norman Reedus, and Austin Butler. Written and directed by Jeff Nichols, the...

Classics galore | Bonhams Summer Sale to include Del Boy's 'pukka' 1957 Ariel Square Four

14 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Auction house, Bonhams are underway with their eagerly awaited Summer Sale, with over 180 classic and modern motorcycles available throughout the June 14 – 24 event. Related: Bonhams auction...