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Kawasaki ZXR750 H1 needed

18 August 2014 by MCN

MCN is on th elookout for owners of a Kawasaki ZX750 H1, which we need for a static photoshoot this week. We don’t need to ride the bike, we’ll just collect it and drop it back off when we’re...

This is the world’s first glimpse of a working version of the all-new 200bhp Lotus C-01 superbike, spied testing on the roads near the German headquarters of the firm behind the bike. The image is the...

Minimum driving ban petition launched

16 August 2014 by Andy Downes

The family of a motorcyclist killed by a car driver have started a petition calling for a minimum two-year driving ban for anyone found guilty of causing the death of another road user. Matthew...

Bimota dealer opens in Scotland

15 August 2014 by Andy Downes

The UK’s only Bimota dealer has opened in Scotland with the first two bikes already shipped and in stock ready for sale. Moto Meccanica has taken delivery of a BMW S1000RR-engined BB3 superbike along...

Petition to ban surface dressing launched

15 August 2014 by MCN

An online petition to try and get the practice of resurfacing roads with a method called surface dressing stopped has already attracted more than 2500 signatures. The ePetition was started by...

September MADness

14 August 2014 by MCN

If your September evenings are looking a little devoid of humour, you need to head to a theatre in Maidstone, Southend, Newark or Scunthorpe to be entertained by persistent prankster and GP...

New exhaust for Ducati Panigale in Japan

14 August 2014 by MCN

The horrified response to the Japanese specification Ducati 1199 when it was unveiled in 2012 has prompted this revised exhaust system, spotted by a spy photographer at the Ducati test track last...

Buying guide: Kawasaki H2

14 August 2014 by MCN

Fast, loud, thirsty and anti-social, Kawasaki’s H2 triple embraced the Seventies’ spirit of excess. The 748cc two-stroke burned briefly but intensely, lighting up the scene in 1971 before being...

MCN needs your help

14 August 2014

Interested in helping MCN make its website even better? We have some interesting new ideas we’re testing out and now we need to hear what you think of them. We’re looking for any regular visitors to...

Where would you like to see British MotoGP round in future?

13 August 2014 by Matthew Birt

Today’s announcement that the Circuit of Wales has signed a five-year contract with Dorna to host the British GP from 2015 onwards is not as clear cut as it seems. Not only does the multi-million...

Circuit of Wales to host British GP

13 August 2014 by Richard Newland

The Circuit of Wales has today announced a five-year deal with the owners of MotoGP – Dorna – to host the British GP, taking the reins from Silverstone. The only problem for the Circuit of Wales is...

New GSX-S1000 spied

13 August 2014 by Andy Downes

This is a full-production version of the new naked 1000cc bike Suzuki is calling the GSX-S1000 and hopes to be able to take on the performance naked class rivals in 2015. MCN revealed the plans for...

Hesketh 24 first ride

13 August 2014 by Phil West

The British revival rumbles on. Or in this case THUNDERS. And then some. Hesketh is the latest UK heritage motorcycle brand to be reborn, (following Triumph in 1990, Norton in 2009 and Ariel last...

Harley recall now includes UK models

13 August 2014 by MCN

A US recall of more than 66,000 ABS-equipped Harley-Davidson Touring models will now include UK models, and owners will be contacted imminently by their dealer to arrange for the three hours of work...

New MCN August 13: Suzuki GSX-S1000 spied

12 August 2014 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s new look MCN paper, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from August 16. – Suzuki GSX-S1000 spied – Superbikes vs super-nakeds – KTM RC125 first ride – All-new Indian Scout...

New KTM 1290 Super Adventure spied

11 August 2014 by Andy Downes

This is a new, range-topping version of the KTM Adventure range that will get the 1301cc V-twin from the Superduke R, a larger fuel tank and even more sophisticated electronics so it can sit above the...

Meet your heroes at the Day of Champions

08 August 2014 by MCN

We’ve teamed up with Riders for Health to offer one lucky reader the chance to meet their GP heroes at the fantastic Day of Champions event taking place at Silverstone Circuit on Thursday August...

Penalty for mobile use could double

08 August 2014 by MCN

Transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin has suggested the penalty for using a mobile phone while driving could be doubled from three points to six, backing up Met Police Commissioner Sir Bernard...

What will you spend your £10 eVoucher on?

07 August 2014

MCN’s bike insurance comparison site, MCNcompare.com has been designed especially for you and the average saving on our site is a whopping £150*! And that’s not all, to celebrate these fantastic savings, we’re giving you a tenner to spend on helmets and clothing** at Sportsbikeshop.co.uk, just for getting a quote. Save time and money by comparing your insurance at MCNcompare.com today. What...

Has Cal Crutchlow made the right move defecting to Honda?

07 August 2014 by MCN

Two weeks ago Cal Crutchlow was staying with Ducati for the second year of his contract, but now he’s announced he’ll be moving to the LCR Honda squad in 2015.

New MCN August 6th: Norton Rotaries Ride Again

05 August 2014

In this week’s new look MCN paper, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from August 6. FREE Weekend Missions 24-page adventure biking guide – things you can get out on your bike and do this...

Indian launch new Indian Scout

04 August 2014 by Steve Hunt

Indian Motorcycles launched the 2015 version of their iconic Scout at the Sturgis motorcycle rally yesterday. It’s the first, all-new Scout for over 70 years. The 1133cc, V-Twin weighs in at 253kg...

Harley-Davidson reveals new Road Glide

01 August 2014 by Andy Downes

Three weeks after MCN scooped spy shots of the 2015 Harley-Davidson Road Glide shooting a new brochure then official images have been released by the firm. The new Road Glide is the latest model to...

Mitas tyre recall over potential for bulging

01 August 2014 by Andy Downes

Budget tyre brand Mitas is recalling Sport Force radial motorcycle tyres manufactured in 2014 because of the risk of bulges appearing at high speeds. The Slovenian tyre producer Savatech is...

Suzuki slashes £1000 off prices

01 August 2014 by Andy Downes

Suzuki has announced it is knocking £1000 off a range of bike for a limited period of time to include the entire GSX-R range, V-Strom 650, GSR750, GSX1250FA and Burgman 650 Executive. The offer starts...

An evening with MotoGP photographer Scott Jones

01 August 2014 by MCN

American MotoGP photographer Scott Jones is over in the UK for the British Grand Prix in a few weeks and as part of his trip Scott has added a visit to the MCN offices in Peterborough on August...

Staff Blog: Night Riding Fun

09 September 2013 by Alison Silcox

Is it just me or do your skills sharpen as you ride in the dark and your speed increase? Riding the 50 miles from Silverstone to home the other night I really enjoyed the dark journey. The lights on...

Staff Blog: What are your Wiinter Riding Hints and Tips?

02 September 2013 by Alison Silcox

I’m just about to head off for my summer holiday and already I’m thinking of the weather turning and the nights drawing in. I’m needing your help, tips and advice for prepping the Yamaha Fazer8 for...

The Italian Job

31 August 2013 by Simon Lawler

Paul Dempster (Triumph Tiger 800) and myself, Simon Lawler (Honda Crosstourer Highlander) riding through the Swiss National Park on our way to the Stelvio mountain pass. A fantastic ride with...

Triumph returns to Bonneville!

30 August 2013 by Phil West

This twin Rocket III engined streamliner arrived at the Utah Salt Flats this week 57 years after the speed record which spawned the most iconic British motorcycle of all, the Triumph Bonneville, The...

New KTM Freeride 250R unveiled

30 August 2013 by Phil West

KTM has unveiled this all-new 250 two-stroke addition to its ‘Freeride’ fun bike family – aimed at those looking to explore off-roading for the first time or simply have a ‘fun bike’. Intended to...

Day of Champions raises incredible £216,000

30 August 2013 by Simon Patterson

The British Grand Prix’s famous Day of Champions has been another stunning success for MCN’s charity partner, Riders for Health, raising an incredible £216,249 for the charity. With a full day of...

The BSMC Event II

30 August 2013 by Liam Marsden

The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club has announced their second event of the year to celebrate the cafe racer and brat-style culture after the success of their first event in May. The event will take place...

Day of Champions 2013

30 August 2013 by Laura

I had a great time on the Riders for Health Day of the Champions ride-in. The best fun to be had, riding pillion with my fella and doing laps of the track with Bradley Smith! I’m yet to meet...

Small bikes for a small budget

30 August 2013 by MCN

Believe it or not, there are over ten million commuters busily going about their business on Honda’s legendary CG125. While popping over to the far east to pick up a used example may be out of the...

Riders for Health announce ultimate MotoGP competition!

29 August 2013 by Simon Patterson

Riders for Health, MCN’s official charity, have just unveiled their latest competition and it’s once-in-a-lifetime prize for the final round of the 2013 MotoGP Championship. Donating to their...