Bike kit news: Get the latest detail on the products that matter in motorcycling
Welcome to our new products news landing page, where you'll find articles on all the latest key bike kit and accessories you need to know about.
From gloves to boots, and sat navs to security, our experts bring you the latest stories and in-depth insight, including first ride reviews of core models, sales events and recall or safety detail that matters to bikers.
Ducati collaborate with Supreme to create special edition Streetfighter V4
29 May 2024 by
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...
Grab yourself a deal on sportsbike and naked kit | Bargain Hunter bank holiday special
24 May 2024 by
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
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...
Huge savings on AGV, Dainese, Bull-it, RST and more! It's the Sportsbike Shop Spring Clean Clearance
16 May 2024 by
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...
Oxford Nexus range released | Suit, boots and gloves with maximum CE ratings for under £650 all-in!
09 May 2024 by
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...
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
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...
Arai reveal 15th TT specials with the new RX-7V Evo IoM Limited Edition - yours for £849.99
19 April 2024 by
Celebrating 40 years of their partnership with the Isle of Man TT, Arai have launched their 15th Limited Edition RX-7V Evo IoM TT helmet. The lid was designed by long-time Arai collaborator Aldo...
We've tested the new Insta360 X4 action camera | Take motorcycle onboards to new heights with 8K resolution
17 April 2024 by
Motorcycle action cameras are big business these days, with evermore riders recording their journeys for social media, as well as for insurance purposes. Read what MCN Videographer, Joe Wright...
The eagerly anticipated Beeline Moto II motorcycle sat nav is now available to pre-order
16 April 2024 by
Beeline have announced a new Moto II version of their popular and minimalist motorcycle sat nav device, the Beeline Moto and it’s available to pre-order now in black, metal grey and metal silver...
New tyres in 2025 | The latest motorcycle rubber to hit the market
12 April 2024 by
Tyre technology is an ever evolving thing, with more effective compounds and more advanced tread patterns being developed all the time, all to ensure the best possible performance and safety. The...
Metzeler's latest Roadtec 02 motorbike tyre gives you more grip the harder you ride thanks to adaptive tread
11 April 2024 by
When Metzeler announced late last year that a new Roadtec 02 sports touring tyre was on the way for 2024 to replace the existing Roadtec 01, expectations were high. Since its arrival in 2016, the...
Monimoto 9 motorcycle tracker joins excellent 7 in the firm’s simple, affordable security range
05 April 2024 by
Paid partnership with Monimoto Monimoto have announced the latest version of their low-cost and simple motorcycle tracker. The Monimoto 9 builds on the Monimoto 7 with a slightly more compact design and an IP68 waterproof rating...
The Shoei NXR2 is an ECE 22.06 helmet we gave 5 stars in review and it's available for just £289.99 right now!
04 April 2024 by
With some long riding days finally on the horizon, now is as good a time as any to give your motorbike helmet an upgrade, and a great place to start is with this 45% saving on a Shoei NXR2. The...
Oxford offer bags for life with new top-of-the-range ATLAS modular luggage system and BackPacks
03 April 2024 by
Paid partnership with Oxford Products The latest universal soft luggage system from Oxford – the ATLAS range – is a modular set-up and the main compartment promises to be 100% waterproof for life. In fact, Oxford are so confident of the...
Furygan's new airbag vests use MotoGP tech and are claimed to be the 'most protective on the market'
26 March 2024 by
French motorcycle kit brand, Furygan, are releasing two new airbag vests to the market. The Fury Airbag Evo and Fury Airbag Evolution+ have been produced in partnership with In&Motion to create what...
Last chance to grab a bargain from the Amazon Spring Deal Days sale event - cut through the noise with MCN
22 March 2024 by
There’s still time to bag a bargain from Amazon in the 2024 Spring Deal Days. The sale event started on March 20 and it runs to March 25 and there are still some great products left to help get you...
RST TracTech Evo 5 range | Popular range updated for 2024 is now in stock at Sportsbike Shop
19 February 2024 by
RST have updated their popular TracTech range of sporty kit with the new Evo 5 leather suit, jackets, and trousers, focusing on improved practicality, comfort, and safety. This includes level 2 armour...
Spada turns 30 | British bike kit brand celebrate milestone with major range overhaul
16 February 2024 by
To mark their 30 year anniversary, Spada have released a total range refresh with their new City, Urban and Explore collection. Spada say the range is aimed at bringing modern style to motorcycle...
Quad Lock release new 'Handlebar Clamp Mount' range of phone mounts for motorcyclists
15 February 2024 by
Quad Lock have released a new handlebar phone mount, which expands their range of mounts aimed specifically at motorcyclists. The Australian based firm says its new ‘Handlebar Clamp Mount’ range is...
Lego Kawasaki Ninja H2R sells out within 72 hours! Back order yours now for a mid-March delivery
26 January 2024 by
Lego have sold out of their latest Kawasaki Ninja H2R Technic kit and have started taking back orders for online purchases of the £69.99 model. Providing customers aged 10 and over the chance to...
Keeping customers safe: MCN joins trading standards for a look around Motorcycle Live 2023
24 December 2023 by
Bike shows have always been a rich hunting ground for anyone looking to bag a bargain on new kit, but how can you be sure that the gear you’re grabbing at discount prices is everything it’s supposed...
Touratech release suspension upgrades to take Ducati DesertX to another level
20 December 2023 by
Premium German accessory brand Touratech have come up with uprated off-road suspension kits for Ducati’s £14,995 DesertX retro-styled adventure bike. The new ‘Extreme’ shock absorber and matching...
Shark’s aero revolution: How Aeron GP's moving flaps could transform helmet design
29 November 2023 by
Shark are entering a new realm of aerodynamic stability with their new Aeron GP race helmet – said to be the first in the world to adapt to its wearer’s riding position and prevailing conditions via...
Find all the latest Muc-Off deals, bargains and sales events here and be in the pink year-round
20 November 2023 by
Muc-Off motorcycle cleaning products have been keeping our bikes looking showroom-clean for more than 20 years (even longer if you include their pushbike products) and if you’re anything like me,...
Amazing deals on RST's Sabre range, including 40% off my favourite airbag jacket
20 November 2023 by
I’ve been riding in the RST Sabre leather jacket since 2023, and it’s become my first choice when I’m heading out the door, mainly because It’s AAA rated for abrasion and comes with the added...
The best Black Friday motorcycle tyre deals that we expect to see in 2024
16 November 2023 by
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 in tyres for Black...
Prices slashed in Quad Lock sale - here's our pick of the deals
14 November 2023 by
There are many reasons why you’d want to hard-mount your phone to your motorbike, not just as a cost-effective way of using its sat-nav directions. Whatever you reasons, it’s essential you use a phone...
Save 30% on the multi-purpose Arai Tour-X4 - now £200 off
08 November 2023 by
We’re lucky enough to have two opinions on the Arai Tour-X 4 helmet here at MCN, based on nearly 14,000 miles of testing – from product expert Justin Hayzelden and off-road legend Michael Guy. They...
MCN's Editor gave this CTEK battery charger five stars - and it's 20% off for Black Friday
02 November 2023 by
The current range topper and fan favourite of the CTEK trickle charger range, the CTEK CS Free, is on sale during Black . It comes with a saving of 20% off – that’s nearly £50 – for a limited time...
Bike Stop 15% trade-in: Deal will see donated gear benefit local charity
25 October 2023 by
Leading motorcycle clothing retailer Bike Stop is offering a new discount scheme saving customers cash on bike kit, whilst also benefitting local charity. From now until the end of October,...
Oxford Leggings recall: Which products are affected and what to do next
24 October 2023 by
Oxford Products has issued a recall for one of their pairs of women’s leggings designs. The leggings concerned are the TW228101 Oxford Original Approved AA Women’s Legging in all sizes and leg...
Our favourite Cardo intercom is 20% off - here's why you should snap it up while you can
10 October 2023 by
Current range-topper, the Cardo Packtalk Edge motorcycle intercom, is on sale during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days (October 10th/11th) with a saving of 20%. It comes with all the key tech you’d expect –...
Next-gen sports-touring rubber: Metzeler Roadtec 02 tyres announced for 2024
09 October 2023 by
Motorcycle tyre specialists Metzeler have announced a new version of their popular Roadtec 01 sports-touring tyre. The Metzeler Roadtec 02 will be available for purchase from January 2024 with claimed...
Hard as a diamond: Abus Granit 68 Xplus scores highest Sold Secure Diamond level rating
14 September 2023 by
Abus are taking the fight to bike thieves with an updated range of Sold Secure approved locks and chains – including a Diamond rated cylindrical disc lock which meets the highest level of protection...
Alpinestars Supertech R10 available now: First full face road helmet from the firm goes on sale
14 September 2023 by
To compete head-on with the road helmet establishment is the tallest of tall orders, but Alpinestars are on the right track with their new Supertech R10 – the first full face road crash helmet the...
A century of the Manx GP: Arai celebrate with limited edition RX-7V Evo
14 September 2023 by
Arai helmets are celebrating 100 years of the Manx GP with a UK exclusive, limited edition version of their RX-7V Evo helmet. The design was unveiled on the island at this year’s TT and features a...