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MCN's guide to women's motorcycle trousers, from jeans to textiles - written by our expert ladies

MCN's guide to women's motorcycle trousers, from jeans to textiles - written by our expert ladies

Getting women’s motorcycle kit that fits properly can prove tricky and this is definitely the case with women’s motorcycle trousers. Some people may simply ride in regular jeans or trousers. The...

The Bell MX-9 Adventure Helmet | A great value helmet adaptable for both street and off-road riding

The Bell MX-9 Adventure Helmet | A great value helmet adaptable for both street and off-road riding

The Bell MX-9 helmet is a firm staple in the motocross market, and now it’s available in this adventure riding guise. It boasts more road riding features, in part by utilising its built-in flip down...

Could the Sidi Adventure 2 be the perfect adventure and touring motorcycle boots?

Could the Sidi Adventure 2 be the perfect adventure and touring motorcycle boots?

Sidi’s original incarnation of the Adventure was a fantastic piece of footwear, and one of the first adventure touring boots with proper off-road protection to hit the market. I bought a pair back in...

A guide to women's waterproof motorcycle boots, tried and tested by the expert ladies at MCN

A guide to women's waterproof motorcycle boots, tried and tested by the expert ladies at MCN

Is there anything worse than having wet feet and soggy socks? A pair of waterproof motorcycle boots are a must for any biker, especially in Britain, where we can get a surprise rain shower on pretty...

Cardo announce new Mesh Boost features for unlimited connectivity, available to download free soon

Cardo announce new Mesh Boost features for unlimited connectivity, available to download free soon

Cardo have announced a major update to their Mesh software that will unlock greater connectivity for second-generation Packtalk devices. Mesh Boost is expected to be available in the first quarter...

Sena vs Cardo - MCN's guide to choosing the best helmet intercom brand to keep you connected

Sena vs Cardo - MCN's guide to choosing the best helmet intercom brand to keep you connected

If you’re trying to choose your first Bluetooth motorcycle intercom and you’ve done a little bit of research, you’ve probably noticed that two brands come up again and again: Sena and Cardo. The...

Bell Moto 3 helmet review - "Steve McQueen wore Bell helmets so they’re cool. End of!"

Bell Moto 3 helmet review - "Steve McQueen wore Bell helmets so they’re cool. End of!"

The Bell Moto 3 helmet has become a staple part of the look for a lot of retro and custom riders – I’ve seen them worn on everything from a Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 to a Mutt 125. And there’s a...

Pando Moto Motorcycle jeans | Above and beyond for comfort, quality and protection

Pando Moto Motorcycle jeans | Above and beyond for comfort, quality and protection

The team at Pando Moto have gone above and beyond to tick all of the boxes with their AAA rated Boss Dyn 01 motorcycle jeans: looks, comfort, materials, safety, protection, connection, and a two-year...

Most popular bike kit of 2024 | The gear that stole your hearts this year on MCN

Most popular bike kit of 2024 | The gear that stole your hearts this year on MCN

The polls are in for the most popular bike kit of 2024: this year we’re thrilled to see a staggering amount of kit snapped up by our readers, whether it was a great deal or just a great product we...

Merlin Minworth II heated glove review | Once you get a taste of heated luxury it’s hard to go back!

Merlin Minworth II heated glove review | Once you get a taste of heated luxury it’s hard to go back!

The Minworth II heated gloves are produced by UK based outfitters Merlin. Dedicated, they say, to bringing you the best in authentic British design. Much of Merlin’s range was heavily revamped in 2024...

LS2 Acrux Short Boots Review | KTM styled urban boots that are just as polarising

LS2 Acrux Short Boots Review | KTM styled urban boots that are just as polarising

Helmet manufacturer LS2 branched out into the rider clothing market five years ago, and now has an impressive range of affordable and cool-looking kit. These Acrux motorcycle boots are just one of...

Read MCN's review of the Pando Moto armoured base layer - "It's like a second skin"

Read MCN's review of the Pando Moto armoured base layer - "It's like a second skin"

The idea behind this armoured base layer from Pando Moto is that it is close fitting and comfortable enough to be worn underneath other clothing, while providing protection to the rider. I wanted to...

Vsysto Motorcycle Dash Cam review | A good value unit delivering high-quality images day and night

Vsysto Motorcycle Dash Cam review | A good value unit delivering high-quality images day and night

If you are out riding and the worst happens, a dash cam like this one from Vsysto would have you covered and the video evidence would be acceptable to the police, your insurance company, and the...

MT Targo S helmet review | This budget lid could be the best helmet you've never heard of!

MT Targo S helmet review | This budget lid could be the best helmet you've never heard of!

The MT brand name will be instantly familiar to anyone who watches MotoGP support races as they have teams in both the Moto2 and Moto3 championships. A certain Pedro Acosta still graces the MT...

Gaerne GP1 Evo boots review - Dan says 'I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone'

Gaerne GP1 Evo boots review - Dan says 'I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone'

The Gaerne GP1 Evo is the Italian brand’s top spec sporting boot, designed for motorcycle racing and trackdays, with the added bonus of working on the road. High profile racers wearing the boot...

Last minute Christmas gift ideas for the biker in the family... or just to treat yourself!

Last minute Christmas gift ideas for the biker in the family... or just to treat yourself!

It’s that time of year again: the Christmas lights are up, the shops are getting busier and it’s time to get the Christmas gift shopping out of the way, so that there’s plenty of time left for...

Oxford Rockland textile jacket review | A good budget option for all-year riding, except in the wet

Oxford Rockland textile jacket review | A good budget option for all-year riding, except in the wet

Oxford Products are one of the first brands I think of when I’m looking for good value motorcycle kit, and the Rockland is their four-season motorcycle jacket and trousers aimed at all-weather...

Motorcycle headlight bulb buying guide 2025 - The pros and cons of LED, HID and halogen tech

Motorcycle headlight bulb buying guide 2025 - The pros and cons of LED, HID and halogen tech

In the warmer months when the sun rises early and sets late, we hardly give a thought to our headlight bulbs. The headlight just comes on when we start our bike and goes off when we power down. But...

Sportsbike Shop slash prices on Merlin motorcycle kit with up to 50% off selected products

Sportsbike Shop slash prices on Merlin motorcycle kit with up to 50% off selected products

Sportsbike Shop are currently offering up to 50% off on a selection of Merlin Kit. British based motorcycle clothing manufacturer, Merlin are known for their classic and retro looking safety gear.

Macna’s Synchrone All-Weather jacket | A quality 3-piece thoughtfully designed with top jacket tech

Macna’s Synchrone All-Weather jacket | A quality 3-piece thoughtfully designed with top jacket tech

The Macna Synchrone is a three-piece all-weather motorcycle jacket geared more toward touring and adventure riding than off-road or enduro. There’s a breathable mesh core jacket for the warmer months,...

AGV K6 S helmet review - Gareth gives this helmet five stars for being the best helmet he's tested

AGV K6 S helmet review - Gareth gives this helmet five stars for being the best helmet he's tested

The AGV K6 S is the firm’s all-rounder road motorcycle helmet, and in that capacity I’ve been hugely impressed by its capabilities, having ridden it for day-long rides through everything from the...

The MT Braker SV helmet is a comfortable and practical choice for under £120 and a five Sharp score

The MT Braker SV helmet is a comfortable and practical choice for under £120 and a five Sharp score

MT may not be a motorcycle helmet brand too familiar in the UK, but they’ve been knocking out lids for over 55 years. In fact, the Spanish firm’s top drawer FIM homologated helmet has graced the bonce...

Thork Racing DMD-T865 Nav Tab | The only off-road navigation tool you'll ever need

Thork Racing DMD-T865 Nav Tab | The only off-road navigation tool you'll ever need

The Thork Racing DMD T865 Nav Tab V2 is an off-road focused touchscreen navigator built using an 8″ Android tablet but upgraded to become rugged, waterproof and ready for adventure on the path less...

Cyber Monday is the last chance to grab these biking deals before they're gone!

Cyber Monday is the last chance to grab these biking deals before they're gone!

Black Friday 2024 is in its final throes, but today is Cyber Monday, traditionally the biggest online shopping event of the year. Here’s a selection of the most popular deals of the last week or so...

Black Friday Motorcycle Helmet Deals | Head-turning savings: Up to 55% off top lids while stocks last

Black Friday Motorcycle Helmet Deals | Head-turning savings: Up to 55% off top lids while stocks last

Black Friday 2024 is here, and with it comes a whole host of deals on motorcycle helmets. All kinds of lids for every rider are available on discount while stocks last, from adventure helmets, to...

The best Black Friday deals on motorcycle boots | Deals that MCN staff would buy themselves

The best Black Friday deals on motorcycle boots | Deals that MCN staff would buy themselves

Black Friday 2024 is here! Many retailers have posted deals on motorcycle boots that you won’t want to miss out on. Sportsbike shop have already launched their Early Bird Black Friday Event with 20%...

Blink Outdoor 4-Camera system: Easy to set up and has motion detection but poor night vision

Blink Outdoor 4-Camera system: Easy to set up and has motion detection but poor night vision

The Blink Outdoor 4-Camera system is a popular 4th generation security camera package often bought from Amazon that works just as well indoors as it does outdoors. The cameras are small, discreet and...

Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus review - "like having my own personal Household Cavalry"

Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus review - "like having my own personal Household Cavalry"

Home and garage security is a whole lot easier than it used to be, and that’s largely down to user friendly devices like those offered in the Ring range. I’ve had the Wired Video Doorbell Pro as a...

The best Black Friday 2024 deals on motorcycle security to help keep your bike safe

The best Black Friday 2024 deals on motorcycle security to help keep your bike safe

Black Friday Deals will be back in 2025! Our team will be working hard to bring you the most up-to-date information on all the incredible discounts, offers, and must-have deals for Black Friday...

Motorcycle jacket Black Friday deals | Zip up and ride out with 55% off top brands while stocks last

Motorcycle jacket Black Friday deals | Zip up and ride out with 55% off top brands while stocks last

Black Friday deals are here, bringing a storm of discounts and offers on a wide range of motorcycle jackets. There are big savings to be had on top brands from Alpinestars to Triumph, many of which...

I swapped a motorbike intercom for these headphones and I haven't looked back!

I swapped a motorbike intercom for these headphones and I haven't looked back!

These Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 headphones might be a great alternative to a full motorcycle intercom if all you want to do is listen. They’re not a replacement for a full Mesh intercom but from...

Oxford Hot Seat first-ride review | A budget friendly but capable winter wonder, even at sub-zero

Oxford Hot Seat first-ride review | A budget friendly but capable winter wonder, even at sub-zero

The Hot Seat is Oxford’s new universal-fit heated motorcycle seat cover, that’s both a successor and companion to their range of HotGrips heated grips. MCN’s Michael Guy has gotten hands-on (or,...

Best Black Friday motorcycle clothing deals for 2024 with up to 70% off

Best Black Friday motorcycle clothing deals for 2024 with up to 70% off

Black Friday Deals will be back in 2025! Our team will be working hard to bring you the most up-to-date information on all the incredible discounts, offers, and must-have Black Friday motorcycle...

Sportsbike Shop Black Friday Event has 20% off Alpinestars kit

Sportsbike Shop Black Friday Event has 20% off Alpinestars kit

Sportsbike Shop have a big Black Friday sale. They are many people’s go-to motorcycle gear shop thanks to their wide range and system that allows you to reserve lots of kit and try it on in your...

Grab a deal on LEGO motorcycle kits while there's up to 30% off this Black Friday week

Grab a deal on LEGO motorcycle kits while there's up to 30% off this Black Friday week

Right now there’s deals available on LEGO’s range of build-yourself motorcycle sets, giving you the chance to build a miniature replica of your dream bikes for less. These kits have proven very...

Lower Rider? Low prices! Harley-Davidson Black Friday branded merchandise sale now on

Lower Rider? Low prices! Harley-Davidson Black Friday branded merchandise sale now on

You’ve probably heard of Harley Davidson. Almost every biker has, and most people that have never even ridden a motorcycle will know about them too. Well, the iconic American bike manufacturer...