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Alpinestars Motegi V3 review | Practical and comfortable leathers both on and off track

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Alpinestars Motegi V3 are a brilliant all-round solution. I’ve found over the years that if I want clothing to fit me from top to toe, then I need to mix and match or go bespoke. A long-forgotten...

Jacket review: Merlin Drifter tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Merlin Drifter is part of the firm’s Explorer range, so it has a definite touch of adventure to it though it looks and feels equally at home on a retro or worn with a pair of riding jeans. One...

Helmet review: Nolan N70-2 X tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Adventure helmets, like the Nolan N70-2 X are a bit of an odd beast and have several seemingly mutually exclusive requirements. They are intended for bikes that can be used on-road as well as off so...

Helmet review: HJC RPHA 11 tried and tested

31 August 2023 by Dan Sutherland

The HJC RPHA 11 is the range topping sports motorcycle helmet from the brand that comes in a dizzying array of designs, from race inspired graphics to Marvel movie tie-ins. Certified to ECE 22.05,...

The best off-road motorcycle tyres

18 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you want to ride off-road, you will need to have a dirt bike or adventure motorcycle. To make the most of that, you would need a set of the best off-road motorcycle tyres. Adventure-sport tyres...

MCN’s buying guide to the best motorcycle neck warmers | That essential bit of winter riding kit

17 August 2023 by Robin Kirkley

Setting off on a ride without my neck warmer in the colder months reminds me what a big job that little bit of kit actually does. Even with base layers, layered jackets and heated gloves, once the...

Insta360 ONE RS review | Some great features, but difficult to recommend for most

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Insta360 ONE RS is a supercharged replacement for the One R – one of the most interesting action cameras on the market. Switching things up with a unique module option, the R gives you the...

Best motorcycle security with alarms, tested by MCN | The prime thief deterrent

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

We’ve said before that creating layers of security around your bike is key to helping prevent it from being stolen – and a motorbike alarm can be a great additional layer of motorbike security. A...

Portable motorcycle locks buying guide | How to protect your ride wherever you go and our top picks

17 August 2023 by Phil Clarke

Portable motorcycle locks are a great addition to your motorcycle security to keep your bike safe when you’re out and about, without lugging a 20kg+ chain around with you. Motorbike theft costs the...

Discover MCN's comprehensive guide to motorcycle lever locks | A lightweight and practical deterrent

17 August 2023 by Ben Clarke

Unfortunately, when it comes to motorbike security there is no one-size-fits-all product that will keep your bike safe from thieves. Instead, I would recommend layering several different types of...

Lock it or lose it | A buyers guide to motorcycle locks

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

One of the first lessons you learn when you get a bike is to use a motorcycle security of some kind or else it might not be there when you return. However, that ‘might’ from 20 years ago has become...

Put the brakes on bike theft: Best motorcycle disc locks tested by the experts at MCN

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorcycle disc locks are often a cheap and easy way of adding at least one layer of security to your bike, especially when you’re parking away from your home. Security you can carry with you is a...

Best motorcycle security | Protection against theft that... actually works!

17 August 2023 by Ben Clarke

Unfortunately, motorbikes are a huge draw to thieves, but many will be put off by decent motorcycle security. A disc lock, lock and chain, ground anchor and a cover will help, and a tracker could mean...

Best garage door locks and security | Lock it, don't lose it!

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s almost universally agreed that the best defence against bike theft and the most secure way of storing your motorcycle is a locked garage – but even then you need to consider additional garage...

How to Completely Secure your Garage by MCN | The Best Garage Security Products

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

When learning to ride, we’re told that storing our bikes in the garage is by far the best solution – for security and cheaper motorbike insurance – but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t consider some...

Xena Alarmed disc lock review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

This Xena disc lock is incredibly strong and compact and can often fit under the seat or certainly, in a pannier, topbox or tankbag (this one lives in a pannier on my Himalayan permanently and I use...

Motorcycle ground anchor buying guide | The best way to keep your motorbike safe at home explained

17 August 2023 by Phil Clarke

When using a lock and chain to secure your bike, the best case is to find something immovable to lock it to; be it a bicycle rack, metal gate, or a lamppost. If you don’t have anything suitable at...

The best motorcycle earplugs to protect your hearing on the bike and keep tinnitus at bay

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Riding motorbikes is a noisy business and so motorcycle earplugs are generally considered to be a good idea. According to data from charity Tinnitus UK, the combination of engine noise, road noise and...

Keep those clothes clean! Best motorcycle kit cleaning products

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorcycle kit cleaning products can make the mundane but necessary job of maintaining your bike kit as painless and easy as possible. It should go without saying that cleaning your motorbike kit...

Beeline Moto review - the simple sat nav system

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Beeline Moto motorcycle sat nav offers a streamlined alternative to traditional units that can be bulky, unattractive or obtrusive on your handlebars. It offers only basic functionality and relies...

Garmin Zumo XT review - the sophisticated sat nav

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Garmin Zumo XT sat nav has been around for a wee while and is one of two major standalone motorcycle sat navs for motorcycles. While the other sat nav is based on years of use and experience, the...

Best heated motorcycle clothing - tips to stay toasty!

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Heated motorcycle clothing uses an electrical current either from a battery or your bike to generate heat and keep you warm as you ride. Its killer quality is that it actively generates heat and so...

Never miss a thing! The best motorcycle action cameras

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The best motorcycle action cameras offer bikers a safe and simple way to record their ride by either attaching to their helmet, body or bike. These small, powerful and tough devices are able to...

FLM Stormchaser waterproofs review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

These FLM Stormchaser waterproofs have unfortunately been dropped from FLM’s range, but there are still some around and they are worth the effort in trying to find, as they work incredibly well and...

Squire motorcycle lock and chain review | "With this, I'm confident the bike will be where leave it"

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

This Squire motorcycle lock and chain offers a way to lock up your bike at home. The 16mm chain is paired with Squire’s Boron-coated SS50 CS padlock for an impressive combination. It’s a sad fact...

RAM mount tough charge review: no plugging in, baby!

17 August 2023 by Adam Binnie

The RAM Mount Tough Charge is a motorcycle phone holder with a trick up its sleeve. It can charge your phone wirelessly as you ride.We’ve previously evangelised about RAM’s clever ball and socket...

Flare Isolate Pro earplugs review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

These Flare Isolate Pro earplugs offer a reusable solution to helmet wind noise and engine noise that costs more than disposable alternatives but lasts much longer and takes a more technical...

RAM Mount Quick-Grip XL phone holder review

17 August 2023 by Adam Binnie

The RAM Mount Quick-Grip XL Phone Holder is a motorcycle phone holder that offers a strong and simple way to mount a smartphone on your motorbike handlebars. There are lots of options on the market...

TomTom Rider 550 review: a great standalone sat nav

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The TomTom Rider 550 is a purpose-built, standalone motorcycle sat nav that clamps onto your handlebars or an accessory bar and gives clear navigation instructions through its waterproof, colour...

Quad Lock motorcycle smartphone mount review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Quad Lock Motorcycle Smartphone Mount offers bikers a way to use their smartphone as a sat nav – giving a wide choice of navigation software options without having to fork out for a standalone sat...

Akaso EK7000 Pro review - 4K action cam tested

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

They say that imitation is the best form of flattery and when it comes to action cameras like the Akaso EK7000 Pro, that is most definitely true. There are numerous inexpensive action cams around that...

Almax Immobiliser Series VI chain review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

When it comes to motorcycle security, this Almax Immobiliser Series VI Chain and padlock combination from Almax is indeed a behemoth. It is a 1.85m long chain made of links formed from 25mm wire –...

Ultimateaddons phone Case and mount review

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

This Ultimateaddons Phone Case and Mount smartphone holder is the perfect accessory for those who want to use their phone as a sat nav. Many riders like to use their smartphones as a motorbike sat...

GoPro Hero 10 Review - one of the best way to record your rides

17 August 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Action cameras like the GoPro Hero 10 are compact, full of features and incredible sturdy – and this latest version from GoPro replaces their market-leading Hero 9 version, and makes for a perfect...

MCN’s guide to choosing the best motorcycle helmet cameras to capture all the action of your ride

17 August 2023 by Robin Kirkley

What some call motorcycle helmet cameras others call action cameras, bodycams or adventure cameras. Different names for the same piece of kit – a camera mounted on your body or motorcycle that...

Motorcycle dash cam buying guide | These high-tech video cameras give you added peace of mind

17 August 2023 by Robin Kirkley

Many of us are familiar with dash cams in cars, but not so much with motorcycle dash cams. For the uninitiated, ‘dash cam’ is short for ‘dashboard camera’ and is a nickname for what is officially...