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World’s oldest production bike for sale

26 January 2010 by Ped Baker

The world’s first production motorcycle is to be auctioned at the Stafford Classic Motorcycle Show on April 25. The 1894 Hildebrand & Wolfmuller motorcycle is the first powered two wheeler to which...

Air conditioning for your bike. Yes, really.

26 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

This interesting new product has surfaced on the internet the plug-in cooling/heating system from Entrosys that runs off your bike’s 12V battery. Does it look a little intrusive? Is it better than a vented jacket in summer or a heated vest in winter? We don’t know. But we’d love to hear your thoughts…

New Arai Quantum designs revealed

26 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

Arai has unveiled two fresh designs on its new-for-2010 Quantum shell – the Ace, available in red or blue has more than a touch of the heraldic about it, and will cost you £469.99. Save £££s on...

Aprilia recalls more RSV4s for engine swap

26 January 2010 by Andy Downes

Aprilia is voluntarily recalling all of the RSV4 superbikes sold in America to add to the ones from the rest of the world already under recall. It’s understood almost 300 bikes across the world are...

Handlebar mount for iPhone. At last!

26 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

Here’s a new bracket and mount that claims to be the first motorcycle-compatible mount for the Apple iPhone. The Dahon BioLogis will cost 45 Euros (£40) at the end of this month and has the following...

MV boss backs higher speed limit

26 January 2010 by James Sharpe

MV Agusta president Claudio Castiglioni is backing a plan to raise the speed limit of Italian motorways from 130kph (81mph) to 93mph (150kph). Some Italian autostradas are currently trialling a 93mph...

New Yamaha FZ8 revealed in leaked pictures

26 January 2010 by Phil West

Yamaha’s new FZ8 Fazer has been fully revealed in this set of leaked pictures. The new bike, due to be officially unveiled in the summer as a replacement for the FZ6 Fazer, had until now only been...

Magpul Ronin: A Buell 1125R made beautiful

26 January 2010 by Peter Baker

If you were one of the people that bought a bargain price 1125R last year and you’re now wondering what to do with it, the menacing and futuristic Magpul Ronin should provide some inspiration. ...

Get your free Demon Tweeks 2010 catalogue now

26 January 2010 by MCN

Motorcycle clothing and parts retailer Demon Tweeks have released their 2010 catalogue and you can order your free copy or flick through the online version now. Order you free catalogue here The...

New MCN January 27: 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 vs Triumph Speed Triple

26 January 2010 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s issue of MCN, on sale January 27, we test the new Kawasaki Z1000 against the king of the super nakeds, the Triumph Speed Triple. We bring you all the news from the Portimao WSB test,...

Triumph Daytona can't get any better

26 January 2010 by graham tomlinson

Im an ex-pat in Canada still in love with sports bike riding. I bought the Triumph 675 in August 06 (07 model) to keep up with my daughter on her R6. This bike proves the Brits can still make a better...

Ryan Capes 290ft world record jump video.

25 January 2010 by Ped Baker

Footage of American Ryan Capes setting a new jump record with a 290-foot dirt to dirt leap has just been released by his sponsor Monster Energy. Capes’ World Record leap last month makes him the closest motorcycle jumper ever to reaching the magical 300-foot mark on a dirt ramp to dirt ramp jump. After setting the record Capes said the jump itself wasn’t as difficult as trying to get his Kawasaki...

Drones to spy on motorists

25 January 2010 by Steve Farrell

Unmanned military-style spy drones are to be used to monitor antisocial motorists under police plans. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s) similar to those used to assist reconnaissance and airstrikes in...

Yamaha reveals 2010 FZ8 Fazer

25 January 2010 by Chris Newbigging

Yamaha has revealed this teaser picture of the new-for-2010 FZ8 Fazer, due in the middle of this year to replace the FZ6 Fazer. The image of the Fazer 8 is the second frustrating teaser picture from...

Buell 1125R and XB9 Lightning

24 January 2010 by Reismotor

We made a video-impression of the Buell 1125R and XB9 Lightning.

At the Goodwood Festival of Speed

23 January 2010 by Jules & Shel Terry

We camped at the Ship & Anchor whilst at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Someone was clearly desperate and willing to go to any lengths to satisfy thier needs!

Wycombe Motorcycle Action Group fund raising

23 January 2010 by Paul"Skippie"Graham

For the past 13 years a local motorcycle group going by the name of the Wycombe Motorcycle Action Group (who meet at the Stag Public House in Flackwell Heath) have been raising funds for the localised...

2010 Kawasaki Versys - 'fun, agile and great to throw around'

22 January 2010 by Adam Child

Senior Road Tester Adam Child is currently testing the 2010 Kawasaki Versys out in Sardinia. Find a Kawasaki Versys for sale This is his latest update: “Kawasaki has made a few cosmetic changes...

Wrench Monkee Z750 special

22 January 2010 by Ped Baker

Famed for the critically acclaimed Gorilla Punch café racer Danish custom builders Wrench Monkees have just finished their latest creation, a stripped out Z750B. More conventional in appearance than...

Italian built Triumph Scrambler special in production

22 January 2010 by Ped Baker

Milan based firm TPR have launched their first production special, this stunning Urban Scrambler. Based around the Triumph 800cc twin cylinder engine and Bonneville chassis the bike takes its...

2010 Harley-Davidson 48 revealed

22 January 2010 by Chris Newbigging

Harley-Davidson has added the custom hot-rod styled ‘48’ to the Sportster 1200 range for 2010. Harley-Davidsons for sale The Forty-Eight is based on the running gear of the Sportster 1200, but with...

Video: 2010 BMW R1200GS in action

22 January 2010 by MCN

The new 2010 BMW R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure feature the same twin-cam engine as the R1200RT. According to MCN editor Marc Potter, this gives it “the kick that it’s been missing”. Find a BMW...

Free bike parking scrapped permanently

22 January 2010 by Steve Farrell

Free motorcycle parking will be scrapped for good from Monday under a decision by London’s Westminster City Council. A controversial trial of charging riders will be made permanent under a new...

Video: BMW R1200RT first ride

22 January 2010 by MCN

The new 2010 BMW R1200RT gets a new twin-cam motor making 110bhp, electronically adjustable suspension and updated styling. Watch the video for MCN editor Marc Potter’s first ride impressions. ...

First ride: 2010 Kawasaki Versys

22 January 2010 by Adam Child

The Kawasaki Versys all-rounder has had a makeover for 2010 and MCN Senior Road Tester, Adam Child, is currently out in Sardinia putting it through its paces. At a glance, the 650cc parallel twin...

Ducati 2009 World Championship review

21 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

Re-liive a year of almosts for Italy’s finest with this 144-page hardback book covering the exploits of Bologna’s finest in both WSB and MotoGP. It costs £30 from all good bookshops and online...

The 10 greatest scams, cheats and hoaxes in motorcycling - part 2

21 January 2010 by Guy Procter

The history of motorcycling is littered with shady dealings… Read The 10 greatest scams, cheats and hoaxes in motorcycling – part 1 These are our favourites: 5 – 191mph at the TT in ’77...

The 10 greatest scams, cheats and hoaxes in motorcycling - part 1

21 January 2010 by Guy Procter

The history of motorcycling is littered with shady dealings… Read The 10 greatest scams, cheats and hoaxes in motorcycling – part 2 These are our favourites: 10 – Kawasaki drifts a bit too...

MCN tool guide: where to store your tools?

21 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

This week’s MCN features some of the best tools you can buy. Here’s MCN’s pick of the best storage solutions to keep them all in one place. Halfords six-drawer combo tool chest, £49.99 Load...

MCN tool guide: torque wrenches

21 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

This week’s MCN features some of the best tools you can buy. Here’s MCN’s pick of the top torque wrenches. Save £££s on motorcycle products Beta electronic torque wrench, £302 Reversible...

MCN tool guide: sockets

21 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

This week’s MCN features some of the best tools you can buy. Here’s MCN’s pick of the top socket sets. Save cash on motorcycle products Beta 1/4 drive socket set, £128 Contains 20 sockets, 2...

Haiti Earthquake Children’s Appeal

21 January 2010 by Charley Boorman

We’ve all seen the shocking images from Haiti and heard how children in particular are being affected by the earthquake. I am writing to ask you now to join me to help raise funds for these...

Injured soldier riding for Help for Heroes

21 January 2010 by Andy Downes

A solider and biker who lost both legs and an arm in an explosion in Afghanistan will be leading a procession of other bikers on a specially-adapted trike from Lands End to John O’Groats, and they...

BMW R1200RT first ride: "BMW has created a fine motorcycle"

21 January 2010 by Marc Potter

The new BMW R1200RT gets a new 110bhp twin-cam engine which puts it right back on top of the big-distance mile munchers. How it will stand up to the new Honda VFR1200 is yet to be seen, but with...

Australia blog: Day 7 - 500cc Grand Prix heaven

21 January 2010 by Michael Neeves

For me, the last generation of premier class GP machines are the most awe-inspiring ever built. The 500cc two-stroke weapons from the late 80s all the way to the beginning of MotoGP in 2002 are the...

Ducati introduces finance deal on Streetfighter range

20 January 2010 by Andy Downes

Ducati has launched a new 0% finance promotion for its Streetfighter range. A 0% APR typical finance campaign has been announced for the Streetfighter and Streetfighter S. The campaign is effective...