2010

What are 'blooming' tyres?

07 December 2010 by MCN

Q. I’ve heard some track day veterans commenting on how their tyres have “bloomed”. What are they on about? Jamie Spencer, email A. “Bloom” is tyre-speak for when an ingredient in the rubber...

Scott Redding at Motorcycle Live

07 December 2010 by Richard Turner

I met Scott Redding at Motorcycle Live. He is a smashing bloke and took time to sign autographs and chat. He also took time to say that he was doing wind tunnel testing soon to sort out the high speed...

2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R - full review

07 December 2010 by James Keen

The 2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R has been ridden and rated by MCN – you can read the full web review in the bike reviews section. Read the kawasaki ZX-10R review “Kawasaki’s ZX-10R evokes thoughts of...

New Confederate Hellcat breaks cover

07 December 2010 by Phil West

These official, computer-generated images are the first pictures of Confederate’s new third-generation Hellcat – the C3 X132. Typically futuristic, the new Hellcat is due to go into production in...

New £160k Brough Superior revealed

07 December 2010 by Gary Pinchin

The hugely-anticipated, £160,000 reproduction of Lawrence of Arabia’s 1925 Brough Superior was finally unveiled in London last week. Created from the ground-up by Brit Mark Upham and set to go into...

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 gets traction control & ABS - 'fun and safe'

07 December 2010 by Michael Neeves

Traction control and ABS makes Aprilia’s new Dorsoduro 1200 the most sensible and safe of the big supermotos – bikes that are traditionally utterly mental. Read the Aprilia Dorsoduro review MCN...

Kawasaki Ninja 250R Racer first ride - 'tight, planted and solid'

07 December 2010 by Michael Neeves

This is the bike that could catapult a talented teenager into racing superstardom. It’s a race-prepared Kawasaki Ninja 250R and it’s the machine being used for next year’s inaugural European Junior...

New MCN December 8: Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Yamaha Fazer 1000

07 December 2010 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s issue of MCN, on sale December 8, we test the new Kawasaki Z1000SX against the Yamaha Fazer 1000. Also in this week’s issue we speak to Conor Cummins after his ‘year from hell’. Also in...

'Better than new' Honda CR500R

07 December 2010 by Dan Aspel

This restored 1991 Honda CR500R has been repaired and customised to “better than new” condition. The 20-year-old dirt bike has had a full engine rebuild and redesign – complete with rebored cylinders...

Video: David Knight vs Gee Atherton

06 December 2010 by MCN

Check out this video, the latest from the iconic downhill course, Fort William in Scotland. Gee Atherton, downhill mountain bike champion on the mountain bike against Enduro champion David Knight on the Enduro bike, you would bet hands down Atherton would win. In one of the most closely fought battles we have seen in a long time, this one will keep you on the edge of your seat!

Kawasaki Z1000SX vs Yamaha Fazer 1000

06 December 2010 by MCN

MCN has been testing the new Kawasaki Z1000SX against one of its closest rivals, the Yamaha Fazer 1000. The new Z1000SX is based loosely on the naked Kawasaki Z1000, and MCN’s Adam Child was impressed...

26,512 bikes in the UK have been ‘clocked’ over the last year

06 December 2010 by Alannah Fellows

Over 26,512 bikes on the UK’s roads have been “clocked” according to a BBC investigation. It was revealed in March of this year that a shocking number of bikes mileages have dropped compared to the...

Pothole season to be the “worst ever”

06 December 2010 by Alannah Fellows

A leading road maintenance website has warned that this winter could be the “worst ever” for potholes, following the early cold snap. Potholes.co.uk has seen a “100% increase” in the amount of...

New Bloodrunners clothing

06 December 2010 by Marc Abbott

The National Association of Blood Bikers (NABB) launched its first ever clothing range at Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham last week. Save cash on motorcycle clothing in the MCN Shop Working...

XT500 submarine

06 December 2010 by Reismotor

Here’s a video of the Yamaha XT500 going under water.

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - the grand finale

05 December 2010 by MCN

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 9 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham. Check back soon for more news & video from the show.

Why aren't there more lady bikers?

05 December 2010 by Mandy Tucker

Following the piece in last week’s MCN I felt I should add my thoughts on why other ladies don’t indulge in biking. reaking into any male oriented activity can be intimidating for some women. The...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - dirt day

04 December 2010 by MCN

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 8 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham. Check back soon for more news & video from the show.

Two years of happy biking

04 December 2010 by Shane

My first CBT 2 years ago – that was an exciting day. Cold, Damp, but full of enthusiasim. I got through it fine then 4pm came and I got my certificate and was told, “Ok mate you’re on your own.” The...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - day 7

03 December 2010 by MCN

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 7 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham. Check back soon for more news & video from the show.

Fantastic Christmas offers on subscriptions to MCN, Bike, RiDE, PB and Classic Bike

03 December 2010 by James Keen

If you’re struggling to figure out what you’re going to give your friends and loved ones for Christmas this year, then this just might be the answer… Click here for great subscription offers A...

MCN Xmas gift idea: The Ogri collection

03 December 2010 by James Keen

The MCN Shop is packed full of motorcycle gift ideas and stocking fillers at prices to suit any budget. If you’re looking for a Christmas gift idea for bike-mad friends or family, then this Ogri...

Skidmarx race kit for Honda Fireblade

03 December 2010 by Marc Abbott

Now Skidmarx offer not only screens, but also a full set of race bodywork for Fireblade’s from 2008-2010. Save £££ on motorcycle bodywork in the MCN Shop The fairing and single seat unit are...

Video: Australia, coast-to-coast

03 December 2010 by Marc Abbott

Watch these two guys attempt a coast-to-coast crossing of Australia in a new DVD available at www.motorbikin.com.au. Using DR650s in their unsupported, 92-hour trek, Phil and Bill make for...

Video: See and hear the Horex VR6 run

03 December 2010 by Chris Newbigging

Horex has released this video of it’s innovative new VR6 motorcycle engine running on an engine dyno in Munich. This short video is the first time the prototype machine has been seen running. It’s...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - the main event

02 December 2010 by MCN

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 6 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham. Video highlights from day 1 Video highlights from day 2 Video highlights from day 3 Video highlights from day 4 Video highlights from day 5 Check back soon for more news & video from the show.