Bike Kit

Ducati collaborate with Supreme to create special edition Streetfighter V4

29 May 2024 by Charlotte King

Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati have collaborated with Supreme to create a collectors’ edition Streetfighter V4, working with Drudi Performance. This limited edition variation will be released...

Beeline Moto II review | Still not a full sat nav replacement but even better at what it does well

29 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

The Beeline Moto II is the much-anticipated and improved follow-up to the Beeline Moto sat nav with a bigger screen, more detailed map view and a raft of other features and developments. You could...

The best water repellents to help you see clearly in the rain

24 May 2024 by Jim Blackstock

This test was performed by the team at our sister title RiDE Magazine – the biker’s champion that guarantees useful advice on buying a new or used motorbike, thorough testing and tips on which bits of...

Grab yourself a deal on sportsbike and naked kit | Bargain Hunter bank holiday special

24 May 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

It’s a bank holiday weekend, and that means two things: biking and bargains! In this page I’ve thrown together what I consider to be some of the best deals around right now for sportsbike and naked...

Cardo Packtalk Pro first impressions | Top-spec intercom gets automatic crash detection and stealthy makeover

21 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

Intercom specialists Cardo have unveiled the latest generation of their top-spec Packtalk motorcycle intercom model called the Pro. We’ve tested it! Read our full Cardo Packtalk Pro review The...

How to fit a Scottoiler or other automatic motorbike chain oiler at home

20 May 2024 by Bruce Dunn

An automatic oiler can take a lot of the work out of looking after your chain and sprockets and can actually extend its life. It’s especially useful in the winter months when salt, dirt and water from...

Rukka Outlast Ladies Shirt review | An all-weather essential to keep you the right temperature year-round

20 May 2024 by Saffron Wilson

You might think that a base layer is only there to keep you warm on the coldest days, but more recently, summer base layers have begun to be engineered to keep you comfortable whatever the weather is.

Get the best of both worlds with MCN's pick of the best flip-front motorcycle helmets

17 May 2024 by Charlotte King and Charlotte King

Unlike a single-piece full-face helmet, a flip-front has a separate chin-bar that lifts up, exposing the face while the helmet is still on. Not only does this allow people to see your face for ID,...

Shoei X-SPR Pro review | A quality race helmet with Neevesy's nod of approval

17 May 2024 by Michael Neeves

Shoei’s top of the range road and race helmet, replaced the X-Spirit 3 when it arrived in retailers Sep ’22. I’ve been wearing it for over a year on road and for track tests in the UK and Europe, in...

Huge savings on AGV, Dainese, Bull-it, RST and more! It's the Sportsbike Shop Spring Clean Clearance

16 May 2024 by Charlotte King

Everyone loves a bargain, don’t they? But they’re not always easy to find. Well worry not, because the MCN Bargain Hunter team have been searching through the Sportsbike Shop Spring Clean clearance...

MCN's chain and sprocket buying guide | Find out the pros and cons of the different types

15 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

A motorcycle’s chain and sprockets may, at first glance, seem like slightly old-fashioned bicycle technology but are actually one of the most sophisticated bits of kit on your bike. Related: Save...

The Muc-Off Powersports Dirt Bucket kit is your one-stop shop for easy bike cleaning

15 May 2024 by Saffron Wilson

Muc-Off is celebrating its 30th birthday this year, and during that time they have stood by their iconic pink cleaner and expanded to a wealth of other products. If you’re anything like me, the worst...

Alpinestars Stella ST-7 | Ideal touring kit for the warmer months

15 May 2024 by Emma Franklin

$Alpinestars Stella ST-7 | Ideal touring kit for the warmer months$

Designed for female riders who want to the best comfort and protection in all weathers, Alpinestars’ range-topping touring suit, the Stella ST-7 is constructed from Gore-Tex laminated textile with...

Save money on motorbike maintenance and learn to change your own chain and sprockets with MCN

15 May 2024 by Bruce Dunn

Well-maintained motorcycle chains and sprockets will last thousands of miles, but like all service parts they will eventually wear out. The majority of motorcycles on the road use a chain and...

The TCX ClimaTrek Surround are high quality vegan boots that perform from path to pavement

14 May 2024 by Steve Herbert-Mattick

Introduced in 2022, the ClimaTrek Surround is a rugged, outdoor styled motorcycle boot. Full Gore-Tex membrane, fully-synthetic construction, Ortholite footbed for increased comfort and Groundtrax...

Best waterproof motorcycle jackets | MCN's top tested wet weather jackets

14 May 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

Coping with changeable weather is a conundrum that faces all riders, but arm yourself with a waterproof motorcycle jacket and you’ll always be ready to face the worst of it. Textiles lend...

Oxford Original Approved AA Super Stretch Jeans review | Fitted look, maximum mobility, AA safety rating

13 May 2024 by Adam Binnie

Imagine my delight when I heard the skin-tight skinny jeans from my emo phase (it wasn’t a phase) had become fashionable again. In those days I was particularly fond of jeans that were more elastic...

Richa Original 2 Jeans | Regular High Street looks with a good level of protection

13 May 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

With regular high street looks and a good level of protection, these Richa Original 2 jeans strike a great balance of what a practical riding jean should be. Related: MCN’s guide to the best AA...

Alpinestars Bogota jacket review | A versatile and high quality jacket for any situation

13 May 2024 by Michael Neeves

I’ve been wearing this mid-range, three-layer, all-season Alpinestars Bogota Pro Drystar Jacket on new bike launches, group tests and commutes on adventure and touring bikes. I’ve used it in the...

Motorcycle crash protection buying guide | Prevention is better than a cure so consider these options for your motorbike

10 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

Put simply, motorbike crash protection can make the difference between picking your bike up and riding away after a spill or having to write it off. Even the best-built modern bikes are increasingly...

MCN tested these sport helmets for over 30k miles | Here are our favourite ECE 22.06 options

10 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

Sportsbikes come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and price points and that’s also true of all sports motorcycle gear, especially motorbike helmets. A sporty lid can complete your look with a sporty...

Oxford Nexus range released | Suit, boots and gloves with maximum CE ratings for under £650 all-in!

09 May 2024 by MCN

Paid partnership with Oxford Products Oxford Products have been setting the standard for affordable kit that gets the job done for years, and the latest Nexus range promises to be another example. Bikers often have to weigh up the...

Knox Track Vest review | This back protector has seen MCN road tester, Carl, through 10k miles and multiple crashes

09 May 2024 by Carl Stevens

For pretty much any type of riding, having armour and protection, be that an airbag or a back protector, is an absolute must in order to feel that bit safer, should the worst happen. There’s a whole...

Halvarssons Butorp Gloves review | A great balance of warmth and control feel

09 May 2024 by Alison Silcox

You may not have heard of the Halvarsson brand, and if you haven’t, you’re missing a trick. Based in Sweden, the home of popular favourites such as Abba and Ikea, they have been in existence for over...

The LS2 Snow gloves don't live up to their wintry name, but make strong three-season gauntlets

09 May 2024 by Emma Franklin

Helmet brand LS2 expanded into the rider wear market for the 2020 season and now have an impressive range of gear to suit touring, urban and sports riding, for both men and women. Made in China within...

Bull-it Coyote Jeans | Ladies' riding jeans that are actually true to size

09 May 2024 by Alison Silcox

The Coyote Jeans are a part of the Bull-it 2024 range release and what a revelation, a pair of riding jeans that are true to size, they say size 12 on the label and they fit perfectly, which is almost...

Roadskin Easyrider II Hoodie review | Casual riding without compromising on safety

07 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

Roadskin’s Easyrider II may be called an armoured hoodie, but it’s truthfully more like a summer motorbike jacket. Where some riding hoodies are little more than fashion garments with a cursory nod to...

The Adventure Spec Magadan panniers live up to their lineage as simple and sturdy soft sacks

03 May 2024 by Nye Davis

‘Light is right’ – so goes the motto of Adventure Spec. The brand is all about minimising mass and maximising practicality to create robust products that simply work well, no matter what you throw at...

Oxford M15R tank bag review | Stylish and practical sports touring luggage

30 April 2024 by Michael Neeves

Oxford tank bags have almost iconic status in modern biking. They’re everywhere and rightly so. They’re robust, extremely useful, easy to throw on and come with a lifetime guarantee against faulty...

Vulcanet motorcycle cleaning wipes offer the ultimate in cleaning convenience

29 April 2024 by Michael Neeves

I’m a late comer to the waterless wash thing. Bike cleaning needs a hose and bucket of soapy water, right? And surely, you’ll scratch your paintwork if you wipe it without rinsing the dirt off first?...

2024 Bull-It jeans range hits the shelves | We find out how the firm's Covec fabric was created to protect Speedway riders

26 April 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

Bull-it jeans has become one of the UK’s most popular brands of riding jeans, consistently producing protective garments to the top spec of safety standards for over a decade. With the 2024 collection...