2010
MotoShare scheme launches in USA
02 August 2010 by
Forget BoJo’s bicycle scheme, across the pond they’re offering the kind of bike rental we can really get excited about. For $1,999 per year, subscribers to Jupiter’s Motorcycles “MotoShare” scheme...
MCN reveals 2011 Alpinestars range
02 August 2010 by
In the July 28 issue of MCN, out now, you can find the details of the new Alpinestars’ 2011 range, including an adventure suit, new CE-approved boots and off-road kit. Save £££s on motorcycle...
New official race kit for BMW S1000RR
02 August 2010 by
BMW has just released a new HP Race Cover Kit. The black plastic kit contains everything you need to mask the gaps left when you take off the numberplate hanger, mirrors and indicators for serious...
New Lightech chain adjuster for S1000RR
02 August 2010 by
Lightech’s new chain adjuster is made from strong yet light Ergal 7075 and 6082 specification aluminium alloy. Save £££s on motorcycle products It’s claimed to be easy to fit and adjust, with...
The first pillion ride
01 August 2010 by
I had to send this picture of my 9 year old son Marc after his first proper pillion ride out to Bikewise at Durham. His grin was just as wide with his helmet still on!
Drag/Cafe racer rod
01 August 2010 by
This started off life as a 2002 silver and chrome (yuch) V-Ros so I decided to mess about with it a little. I fancied something a bit different – a mix between a drag bike and cafe racer. The details...
Yorkshire to keep speed cameras
01 August 2010 by
Look North has reported that none of the speed cameras in Yorkshire are going to be turned off. The powers that be said that the money would be found to keep them turned on.
Monkey business in Gibraltar
31 July 2010 by
This photo was taken on the Rock of Gibraltar. I went apesh*t when i saw it!
Win an Arai helmet with the No Budget Cup
30 July 2010 by
A new Arai crash helmet is just one of the prizes up for grabs in the first ever No Budget Cup three-hour endurance race, at Anglesey on September 12th. The new race series is aimed at riders who want...
F**K! It’s the World’s coolest tail-light
30 July 2010 by
Online blog Ze Last Chance Garage has dug up this collection of chopper tail lights. Ranging from the offensive but brilliant F**k to the obligatory Maltese Cross, they would a classy finishing touch...
Video: Buell hints at 1190RR road bike return
30 July 2010 by
Lamentably axed last year, Buell might soon be back in the roadbike business if a new picture and video showing a semi-road-legal 1190RR are to be believed. Watch the video They show a bona fide...
Camera bosses’ anger over sneaky speed trap shots
30 July 2010 by
Speed camera bosses are refusing to speak to MCN after we printed pictures of an unmarked motorcycle used in covert operations. They insist we should have shown them the shots of the sneaky speed...
0% finance on all MV Agustas
30 July 2010 by
All of the 2009 and 2010 MV Agusta range is now available with 0% finance and a 25% deposit. MV is also offering an alternative 50/50 finance offer where customers can ride away for a 50% down payment...
Best of bikemart: Modern classics up for grabs this week
30 July 2010 by
We’ve been browsing MCN bikes for sale every day to bring you some of our top picks from over 10,000 motorcycles for sale. Read more modern classics news and features Here’s just a few of the...
2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200R now in white
30 July 2010 by
Harley Davidson has introduced a new white paint scheme for the XR1200R. The bike based on the iconic XR750 flat tracker, was previously only available in orange or a matt black for the higher...
Video: 2011 Husqvarna 449TC and 449TE in action
30 July 2010 by
Husqvarna has released an official video of the 2011 449 TC and 449 TE models. The 2011 449s receive Kayaba suspension, new handlebars with handguards, both engine and chassis shockproof plastic...
Steve Hislop - Seven years
30 July 2010 by
Just thought I’d say Steve Hislop passed away seven years ago today. We lost one of our best racers in that tragic crash. Missed by us all
MV Agusta Brutale 1099RR Cannonball - full review
30 July 2010 by
The MV Agusta Brutale 1099RR Cannonball has been ridden and rated by MCN – you can read the full web review in the bike reviews section. Read the Brutale...
Harley-Davidson Panhead with a difference
30 July 2010 by
This Harley-Davidson V-Twin “Panhead” boasts a mean-streets look and a host of unexpected mods. The bike has a 1951 FL motor, a 1939 EL transmission case, Pan gears and a 1949 wishbone frame, making...
Krazyhorse distribute Zero Engineering
30 July 2010 by
Revered Japanese custom builders Zero Engineering are now distributing their bikes throughout Europe, with the help of a UK firm. Krazyhorse Custom Cycles, of Bury St Edmunds, are responsible for the...
2011 Victorys first ride
30 July 2010 by
Victory’s brand new 2011 ‘Cross Country’ range, which is the American firm’s take on ‘bagger’ (pannier-equipped) or Road King-style tourers, has just been put through their paces by Roland Brown in...
Video: Ron Haslam on the bikes of WSB
30 July 2010 by
Ron Haslam talks about the bikes of WSB and how he thinks they’ll fair at this weeekend’s Silverstone round. Free glossy 32-page Silverstone WSB guide in this week’s MCN To book tickets to the...
2010 New Harley-Davidsons: CVO Electra Glide Classic
30 July 2010 by
New Harleys for 2011 include four new CVO (Custom Vehicle Operations) bikes including a Road Glide Ultra, Street Glide, Ultra Classic Electra Glide and Softail Convertible. All Softail models except...
New SuperLow heads 2011 Harley updates
29 July 2010 by
Harley-Davidson has introduced the new Sportster SuperLow along with four new CVO models, its bigger V-twin motor for the Touring models and ABS for the Softail. The SuperLow XL883L has a seat height...
Video: how an Axo race suit is made
29 July 2010 by
Ignore for a moment the tinny copyright-free soundtrack to this video from leathers firm Axo, and marvel for a short while at how a one-piece suit gets from the drawing board to the race track. This...
2010 WSB review available to order
29 July 2010 by
Yes, we know the season isn’t over, but the annual official review of 2010 is available to order already. Superbike: The Official Book 2010-2011 promises to be full of spectacular pictures and to...
What happens when you crash a Ducati Multistrada
29 July 2010 by
This is the result of a crash on our long-term test Ducati Multistrada 1200 by MCN’s John Westlake. The bike, being run on the fleet by MCN editor Marc Potter, is likely to be written-off following...
Eye-catching new Weise jacket
29 July 2010 by
Weise has introduced an orange version of the textile Maverick jacket, designed to appeal to owners of KTMs, Kawasakis and Harleys – or people who just want to stand out in the crowd. It has...
Staff bikes: XR1200X - How to fit Remus pipes and Powercone silencer
29 July 2010 by
Before you start, the soft finish of the engine paint marks easily so remove watches, rings etc. When you reach the point of removing/replacing the header pipes use rags/bubble wrap to protect engine...
My pride and joy!
29 July 2010 by
I have owned a 1966 Norton N15cs Hybrid for the last 26 years. It started out as a beat bike setting in the back yard of a friend of my brother. My brother wanted me to buy it and I didn’t want it...
Surf the Silverstone WSB crowd with new iPhone app
28 July 2010 by
A new free iPhone launching this Friday allows race fans to connect with each other at home and in the crowd as the action unfolds. Released in time for WSB Silverstone Crowdsurfer connects Twitter...
BMW S1000RR – Thrills, oil spills and super heroes
28 July 2010 by
Last weekend’s Brands Hatch round of the MRO Stocksport Championship was an eventful one. I actually arrived there last Thursday to do Level Three of the brilliant California Superbike School on my...
Video: Leon Haslam talks Silverstone WSB
28 July 2010 by
MCN speaks to Leon Haslam ahead of this weekend’s Silverstone WSB clash. Watch the video for his thoughts on the upcoming action. To book tickets to the Silverstone WSB, visit www.silverstone.co.uk...
Replacement Ikon shocks for Triumph Thunderbird
28 July 2010 by
Australian firm Ikon have developed twin replacement shocks to offer a more progressive ride to the weighty parallel twin Thunderbird. Save cash on motorcycle products The new shocks are adjustable...