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Bike registrations drop in Jan as MCIA data shows worst start to sales year since 2021 for dealers
Yesterday 16:51 by
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January new motorcycle registration statistics have revealed a sluggish start to bike sales in 2025, with figures at their lowest level in four years. Related: Bike market sees end-of-year...
Green lanes get red light: Isle of Man Government plan rural route closures during TT fortnight
Yesterday 09:58 by
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Several green lane routes on the Isle of Man face temporary closure during the TT fortnight. The Island’s Department of Infrastructure submitted the application to restrict access to a number of...
Just what The Doctor ordered... Valentino Rossi Yamaha R1 tribute can be yours for £34,995
11 February 2025 by
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Crescent Yamaha, the dealership behind the official Pata Maxus Yamaha World Superbike team, have produced a one-off road-going R1 superbike paying tribute to nine-time Grand Prix world champion...
Watch: Welsh motorcyclist banned after failing to stop on Honda FireBlade in 120mph police pursuit
10 February 2025 by
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A Welsh motorcyclist, who failed to escape from Police officers aboard a black 1998 Honda FireBlade, has been banned from riding for 12 months, and ordered to pay £200 in additional costs. Paul...
Kent Police urge bikers to be vigilant after string of motorcycles stolen across January
07 February 2025 by
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Kent Police have issued a warning to bikers across the county after multiple motorcycles were targeted by thieves in January. Related: MCN’s guide to keeping your bike safe in the...
Royal Enfield and Icon reveal limited-edition Shotgun 650 model with only 100 available worldwide
07 February 2025 by
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Royal Enfield have joined forces with US-based Icon Motosports to create a limited-edition Shotgun 650, set to launch via an exclusive online drop on February 12, 2025. Priced at £7399 in the UK,...
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07 February 2025
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This Valentine’s, we’re giving you £5 off a subscription, and with over 40 titles to choose from there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re treating yourself or surprising someone special, it’s...
Stealth cruiser incoming | LiveWire launch laid-back S2 Mulholland electric bike
07 February 2025 by
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Milwaukee electric motorcycle brand, LiveWire have launched a £17,890 S2 Mulholland cruiser, set to arrive in European dealerships imminently. The bike is based on the firm’s existing S2 range,...
Super stealth tourer | Indian expand cruiser range with blacked out Super Chief Dark Horse
06 February 2025 by
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Indian Motorcycles‘ cruiser range grows once again for 2025 with the introduction of the new Super Chief Dark Horse. Related: Indian release specced-up Sport Chief for 2025 Priced at £22,295,...
Last motorcycle ridden by Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers set to be auctioned for good causes
06 February 2025 by
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The last motorcycle ridden by the late Dave Myers in the Hairy Bikers TV series is set to go under the hammer this spring, with all proceeds pledged to help good causes. The BSA Gold Star, which...
Kawasaki launch voice control technology for 2025 bikes including Z900, Ninja 1100SX and Versys 1100
06 February 2025 by
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Kawasaki is bringing voice control to its 2025 line-up, debuting a new system on the revamped Z900, Ninja 1100SX, and Versys 1100, with more models expected to follow. MCN spoke with the firm’s...
It's turbo time! Langen Motorcycles tease turbocharged Lightspeed and launch new investment scheme
06 February 2025 by
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Langen Motorcycles have announced big plans for future expansion, teasing a turbocharged version of their incoming Lightspeed muscle cruiser, as well as calling upon investment from the public to help...
Plan your visit to the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show with these timetables
05 February 2025 by
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With just over a week to go until the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show at the Excel, London 14th-16th February, now is the perfect time to start planning your visit! Get ready for a...
Prepare for hair-raising live flat track racing action at London’s ExCel!
05 February 2025
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The biggest names in British biking battle it out on a thrilling indoor circuit Britain’s best-loved motorcycle racers will compete in ‘Live Action with Bridgestone’, a purpose-built indoor flat...
The Overland Event returns for 2025 with guest speakers, demo rides and more planned
05 February 2025 by
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The 10th annual Overland Event returns to Oxfordshire this summer following a one-year hiatus. Set to take place August 28-31, the motorcycle travel festival will be held at the Hill End Centre,...
'Admin oversight' grounds Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance halting lifesaving missions
05 February 2025 by
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An ‘administrative oversight’ has left Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance (LNAA) temporarily grounded and unable to carry out lifesaving services. LLAA covers a 3500-mile area is funded entirely by...
Golden Jubilee! Honda mark 50 years of the Gold Wing name with light updates to the GL1800 family
04 February 2025 by
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Honda have given their flagship tourer, the GL1800 Gold Wing, a light update to celebrate its golden anniversary. First launched as a production model 50 years ago, as the naked GL1000...
Aprilia All Stars 2025 heading to Misano World Circuit this July for a Sunday celebration of speed
04 February 2025 by
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The annual Aprilia All Stars event will return to the Misano World Circuit this summer, promising a star-studded guest list, historic bike displays and off-road action. Taking place on Sunday, June...
See the cream of Sammy Miller's collection at the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show
04 February 2025 by
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Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show A fifteen-strong selection of the most rare and exotic motorcycles ever produced will make their Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show debut at the ExCel this February 14-16. Owned and curated...
Multiple GP winner and Moto2 star Jake Dixon confirm for Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show
04 February 2025 by
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Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show British fan favourite Jake Dixon will entertain crowds at the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show on Sunday 16th February, as the 2024 British Grand Prix winner makes his London Show...
New metal coming to the 2025 Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show!
04 February 2025 by
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Prepare to get up close to the year’s hottest new metal as 2025’s most eagerly awaited new models go on display at the 2025 Devitt Insurance London Motorcycle Show. Some of the world’s biggest...
Icons in the spotlight: Suzuki GSX-R and RG500 40th anniversary weekend heading to Cadwell Park
03 February 2025 by
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An action-packed weekend of trackday antics is coming to Lincolnshire’s Cadwell Park this summer, celebrating the 40th anniversary of both the Suzuki GSX-R name, and the iconic RG500 four-cylinder...
Cop a load of that! Bimota KB998 superbike on show at Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show
03 February 2025 by
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Bimota’s KB998 Rimini will make its UK debut at this month’s Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show, held February 14-16. Related: Adaptive aero used on Bimota’s KB998 Rimini could be the...
MV Agusta return to independence as KTM AG sell 50.1% majority stake to the Sardarov family
01 February 2025 by
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KTM’s parent company, Pierer Mobility AG, has now officially confirmed that the Austrian orange brand has sold its 50.1% majority stake in MV Agusta, returning control of the boutique Italian name to...
Modern mini retros tweaked! Honda update the Dax, Monkey and Super Cub for 2025
31 January 2025 by
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Honda have announced 2025 updates to their ST125 Dax, Monkey 125, and Super Cub C125 learner-friendly retros, with new colours and Euro5+ compliance. Prices will now start at £4059 for the Monkey,...
Royal Enfield reveal further details on their high-tech Flying Flea C6 retro electric bike
31 January 2025 by
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Royal Enfield’s resident EV brand, Flying Flea, have revealed further details of the tech behind their forthcoming C6 retro electric motorcycle. Announced at the 2024 EICMA trade show in Milan...
Bagging rights | Harley-Davidson release CVO cruiser trio including racing inspired Road Glide ST
31 January 2025 by
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Harley-Davidson have lifted the lid on the 26th instalment of their limited-run Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) cruisers, which now consists of a three strong lineup including their punchiest model to...
Boorman's epic tales on the Adventure Base Camp stage at Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show
31 January 2025 by
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Fans will be delighted to hear globe-trotting TV motorcyclist Charley Boorman will make his Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show comeback at ExCel next month, hosting the Adventure Base Camp...
Behind bars: Prolific vehicle thief who posed with stolen motorcycle sentenced to 14 years in prison
30 January 2025 by
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A prolific vehicle thief who posed for photos alongside a stolen motorcycle has been sentenced to 14 years and four months in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of burglary, six counts of...
KTM reveal long-awaited 390 Adventure update with new off-road focussed R and road-biased X models
30 January 2025 by
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Little more than a week on from Stefan Pierer stepping away from his role as KTM CEO amidst ongoing financial uncertainty, the Ready to Race brand have pulled the covers off a revamped 390 Adventure...
Honda top global charts with more than 20 million bikes snapped up in 2024 - ten times BMW's figure
30 January 2025 by
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Honda’s global motorcycle business is predicting that sales for their current fiscal year will end at 20.2 million bikes – equating to around 40% of the world’s two-wheeled market share. Their...
Cruising in comfort: Harley-Davidson update Sportster S for 2025 with longer travel rear suspension
30 January 2025 by
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Harley-Davidson have improved their Sportster S sports cruiser for 2025 with longer travel rear suspension. The first real update to the model since its launch in 2021, the rear linkage-mounted...
See MotoGP megastar Pedro Acosta live at the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show
29 January 2025 by
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Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show MotoGP’s hottest prospect Pedro Acosta will make his UK show debut at the Devitt Insurance MCN London Motorcycle Show as the guest of honour on Saturday, February 15, courtesy of Alpinestars, giving...
Smoking back in fashion? Kawasaki tease the release of a new two-stroke motorcycle
29 January 2025 by
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Kawasaki have released the first social media teasers for a new two-stroke motorcycle on its way to the UK soon. The news has already sent the internet rumour mill into overdrive, with early...
MCN Law January round-up | "I was apparently recorded pulling wheelies... should I accept guilt?"
29 January 2025 by
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Paid partnership with BikeLawyer Each month, we take a look at the questions that were sent to the MCN Law column, which is written by Andrew Campbell from BikeLawyer. In January, Andrew was asked about the best way to deal with...
Eurosport to be axed in the UK leaving BSB and WSBK fans facing huge subscription fee price hikes
28 January 2025 by
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Eurosport, the long-time home of the British Superbike (BSB) and World Superbike (WSBK) championships, is set to vanish from UK screens at the end of February, with coverage moving to TNT Sports...