February

‘Last stand in bike parking battle’

17 February 2011 by Steve Farrell

Motorcyclists have one chance left in the battle to save free bike parking in towns and cities across the country, campaigners say. Unless daily bike parking charges can be defeated in court on...

Triumph Daytona 675R – first ride!

17 February 2011 by MCN

MCN’s Chief Road Tester Trevor Franklin is currently at Portimao in Portugal getting a first taste of Triumph’s new uprated, Ohlins and Brembo-equipped Daytona 675R, here’s what he has to say: “I’ve...

Destination dealer: Lloyd Cooper Motorcycles online

17 February 2011 by MCN

ADVERTISING PROMOTION You can buy bikes, accessories and kit from long-established motorcycle dealer Lloyd Cooper without leaving the comfort of your living room. Just visit...

First ride preview: BMW K1600GT and K1600GTL

17 February 2011 by Marc Potter

We’re at the world press launch of the new BMW K1600GT and it’s even bigger K1600GTL touring brother in South Africa. Over the next two days we’ll be testing the new 160.5bhp in-line six cylinder BMW...

New Buell roadster – first look

17 February 2011 by Michael Neeves

Erik Buell Racing has released another teaser picture of what we believe to be its new 1190RS sportsbike. It promises to be the first new road-legal machine produced by the legendary designer, Erik...

KTM stops illegal imports

17 February 2011 by John Westlake

KTM has announced it has shut down the lucrative trade in illegally imported KTMs. The bikes, believed to be new off-roaders imported from the USA, had not been correctly assembled prior to sale or...

Speeding biker fingered

16 February 2011 by Steve Farrell

A motorcyclist has been fined after giving a speed camera the finger because his mates said he wouldn’t get caught. Paul Collins, 26, was caught when police recognised him on the same road. The case...

Video: new RST Tractech suit

16 February 2011 by Marc Abbott

This week’s MCN has the latest kit for sports riding from British firm RST. Save £££s on motorcycle leathers Here’s a video to give you an idea of what goes in to their all-new, £379.99 RST Tractech one-piece race suit. More info: www.rst-moto.com

Suzuki launch massive competition

16 February 2011 by John Westlake

Visitors to Suzuki dealerships between now and May 15 could get more than they bargained for – Suzuki has launched a new competition with a prize per week. There are thousands of pounds worth of...

WSB – sponsor livery or not? What do you think?

16 February 2011 by Phil West

With the news that Yamaha’s factory World Superbike team will this year, because of the lack of a title sponsor, run in Yamaha corporate colours, an interesting situation has arisen. Namely this year,...

Video: Avoiding idiots

16 February 2011 by Dan Aspel

Ever felt like you’re the only sane person on the road? “Avoiding idiots” – a YouTube video shot by Dubliner Rob Brannigan on his daily commute through the city – highlights some of the dangers faced...

Peterborough gets new Kawasaki dealership

15 February 2011

A new official Kawasaki dealership is set to open in Peterborough on March 1, 2011, located at Wheels Motorcycles (Formerly Taz Motorcycles and Stamford Superbikes). The full Kawasaki range will be...

Bikes on TV: February 16-22

15 February 2011 by Alison Silcox

KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT – Discovery Real Time SHED – Discovery Shed DSC – Discovery Channel DHD – Discovery Channel HD EXS – Extreme Sports Channel EUR1 (2, HD) – Eurosport 1 (2, HD) MOT – Motors...

No end to Cat & Fiddle speed camera scandal

15 February 2011 by Steve Farrell

Britain’s first bike-catching average speed cameras are finally close to being switched on – weeks before they face the axe in spending cuts. Speed cameras bosses have at last fixed a cock-up that has...

Michael Neeves – MRO Powerbike blog: Rain, crashes and Bemsee Rookie racers.

15 February 2011 by Michael Neeves

A soggy Brands Hatch Since it’s been resurfaced, Brands is super-slippery in the wet and now almost as bad as Donington when the heavens open. The Kent track used to be really grippy and you could set...

New MCN February 16: 2011 Suzuki GSX-R600 vs 1000cc superbikes

15 February 2011 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s issue of MCN, on sale February 16, we test the 2011 Suzuki GSX-R600 against a 2003 Ducati 999S and 2004 Honda Fireblade to see how it compares to the superbikes of just a few years...

Staff bikes: Kawasaki GPz550 - 'I want to throw it in the river'

14 February 2011 by Steve Farrell

Sometimes fixing bikes can be almost as satisfying as riding them. But lately I’ve felt like dumping my £300 ‘bargain’ GPz550 in the river. Which is where much of it appears to have come from. More...

Ossa TR280i video

14 February 2011 by Reismotor

A video I made of the new Ossa TR180i trials bike in action.

Moto Guzzi cans concepts

11 February 2011 by MCN

After revealing a new 1400cc California cruiser, Moto Guzzi has admitted the stunning concept bikes unveiled at the 2009 Milan show will not be made. The concept bikes, which were built around the...

Video: BMW S1000RR onboard at Bruntingthorpe

11 February 2011 by MCN

Following MCN’s test of Kawasaki’s 2011 ZX-10R against its superbike rivals on road and track last week, which placed the ZX-10R third, this week we have taken them all to MCN’s performance test...

Road test preview: Kawasaki Z750R vs Triumph Street Triple R vs Yamaha FZ8

11 February 2011 by Liam Marsden

Next week the new Kawasaki Z750R takes on the Triumph Street Triple R and Yamaha FZ8 for the middleweight championship of the world. Michael Neeves wasn’t blown away by the Z750R when he rode it at...

2011 Suzuki GSX-R750 - full review

11 February 2011 by MCN

The 2011 Suzuki GSX-R750 has been ridden and rated by MCN – you can read the full web review in the bike reviews section. Read the Suzuki GSX-R750 review Find a Suzuki GSX-R750 for sale “After years...

Best of bikemart: Modern classics up for grabs this week

11 February 2011 by Phil West

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...

Destination dealer: Motorrad Central Scotland

11 February 2011 by MCN

ADVERTISING PROMOTION Supported with knowledgeable sales staff, the dealership offers a full and comprehensive new and used motorcycle range complemented with extensive BMW Motorrad Riderwear and...

Water-cooled BMW R1200GS spied

11 February 2011 by MCN

These spy shots taken by a Spanish BMW owner on his mobile phone confirm BMW is well ahead with the development of a new water-cooled version of the top-selling R1200GS. The new motor will bring to an...

Hollyoaks star launches babe search

11 February 2011 by Dan Aspel

Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe, who’s also fresh out of ITV’s Dancing on Ice, is the face of the 2011 search for the Bennetts Babes Squad. Insurance giant Bennetts is looking for the next set of...

Nexx Helmets producing first Hugo Boss lid

11 February 2011 by Dan Aspel

Nexx Helmets are producing the first Hugo Boss themed lid for worldwide sale. Designed to fit with a “dynamic masculine lifestyle”, this “exclusive” helmet from the Portuguese manufacturer has been...

New self-locking bike lock

11 February 2011 by Marc Abbott

Here’s a video of the ‘Gorilla Lock’ in action. It’s a self-locking, anchored lock which the makers claim does away with the need for a chain. You just ride in and the bike’s front wheel is locked to the unit. Save cash on motorcycle security It costs £279.99 plus £35 for the ground anchor.