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Variable message signs: Your ideas

15 February 2008 by Michael Carroll

Signs encouraging car drivers to “Think Bike” have been around for years, but now the Highways Agency is looking for suggestions for similar slogans aimed at motorcyclists. The agency is in the early...

Sachs update MadAss 125 for 2008

15 February 2008 by Liam Marsden

German motorcycle firm Sachs has released an updated version of the MadAss 125. The changes for 2008 have been mostly cosmetic with the addition of matt black alloy wheels with polished rims and a...

Spy pics: New BMW superbike breaks cover

15 February 2008 by Ben Purvis, Photo: Friedrich Weisse

This is the first picture of the near-finished version of BMW’s new superbike which has appeared after the motorcycle was caught testing in Spain. You can read our full story on the stunning new...

Mercedes Vito van aimed at motorcycle transport

15 February 2008 by Michael Neeves

Mercedes are aiming their new 204bhp, 3.0-litre V6 turbo Vito Sport X Special Edition diesel van at bikers, as the ultimate way to transport a bike around. They also reckon it’s the fastest van money...

Petition to prevent tag and beacon

14 February 2008 by Anonymous

Sign the petition to prevent tag and beacon technology on bikes. http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/vehicle-tagging/

MCN Daily 14/2/08: Your daily video motorcycle news

14 February 2008 by Sarah Carnell

In episode 43 of the MCN Daily motorcycle news show the Department of Transport has admitted tax evasion figures are wrong plus MV Agusta have an haute couture Brutale. Also Jorge Lorenzo believes he’ll be treated the same as Valentino Rossi at Yamaha. Subscribe to this podcast with RSS Subscribe with iTunes Check out the video below to catch up with all the news in just three minutes then...

Wallpaper gallery: Triumph Speed Triple

14 February 2008 by Liam Marsden

Triumph recently launched the latest version of its Speed Triple in Lanzarote. While the 2007 model was a hit, Triumph has made some subtle changes based on owners’ opinions. The changes to the...

Dornoch case deferred amid speed gun doubts

14 February 2008 by steve holbrook

There is a court case challenging the Prolaser 3 speed gun, due to take place in Portee on march 26th. The article was on the front page of The Northern Times and weekly Journal for Sutherland and The North. The arguement is that the device has never had a statutory instrument prescribed.www.northern-times.co.uk

The streets are safe again

14 February 2008 by Anonymous

Thursday morning 14/2/08 As the two mean hombres rode through the rush hour traffic of South West London on their trusted Bonneville’s, the big brave sheriff sitting in his £42,000 unmarked BMW, noticed the evil transgressors. Continuing in his quest to make London a crime free city, he went in hot pursuit, blue lights and sirens a wailing for 2.5 dangerous miles, he braved the rush hour traffic...

Picture gallery: Suzuki GSX-R1000 Ultimate and Honda RC30

14 February 2008 by Liam Marsden

Suzuki has released a limited edition “Ultimate Edition” GSX-R1000, with even more impressive performance figures than the standard motorcycle. Carbon wheels, Yoshimura exhausts, wavy brake discs and...

New Knox Kompakt back protector

14 February 2008 by Liam Marsden

Protection specialists Knox has launched the third generation of its roll up back protector, the Kompakt. The back protector weighs less than 600g, making it exceptionally light. Despite its light...

MCN Mobile terms and conditions

14 February 2008 by MCN Mobile

Please read carefully the terms and conditions for all MCN mobile competitions. 1. Promotions are open to UK residents aged 18 and over. 2. Prizes are non-transferable, non-negotiable and no cash...

Department for Transport admits motorcycle tax evasion figures “were inflated”

14 February 2008 by Ben Purvis

New tax evasion figures released today show that only 6.5 percent of bikes seen on the road during surveys are without tax – making a mockery of earlier Department for Transport reports claiming...

New JPS replica suit from Carrera

14 February 2008 by Rob Hull

Carrera Leathers UK has launched this retro-cool JPS Norton replica suit and leather jacket. Utilizing old school styling and modern day technology, this is a totally unique suit to hit the...

Video: KTM Duke 690, 690 Enduro and 690 Supermoto in action

14 February 2008 by Adam Child, Chris Slade, Angus Farquhar

MCN Roadtester Adam Child was in Spain last week for the launch of the new range of bikes from KTM powered by the LC4 690cc engine and you can see the video action here. Check out the video below to see the KTM Duke 690, 690 Enduro and 690 Supermoto in action.

Official: Motorcycle tax evasion is just 6.5%

14 February 2008 by Chris Newbigging

Department for Transport figures just released show that motorcycle tax evasion was just 6.5% in 2007 – not 38% as claimed just weeks ago when bikers were lambasted in Parliament for dodging tax. The...

Percy’s MV Agusta Brutale

14 February 2008 by Ben Purvis

Just when you think MV Agusta can’t possibly launch another limited-edition version of one of its bikes, another one crops up – and the Brutale is the latest in line for the treatment. The all-white...

New colour schemes for Shark helmets

14 February 2008 by Rob Hull

Shark hasn’t launched a new track focussed lid for 2008 however the lid manufacture has announced a few new colour schemes on their existing sport helmet range. The top of the range RSR2 is now...

Victorian Championship State Titles

14 February 2008 by Anonymous

The 1st round of the State Titles were held last weekend at Victoria’s State Motorsports Complex – Broadford Australia. A weekend of fast and close racing was enjoyed by the many spectators who attended. The 400cc class did not disappoint the crown and once again provided some of the most exciting racing on the day. This is an onboard video taken from the Number 31 RVF Honda, ridden by Ian...

Gallery: KTM RC4 leaked pictures

13 February 2008 by Liam Marsden

Last week KTM leaked official sketches of the RC8’s little sibling, the RC4. The motorcycle first broke cover in 2007, testing in Cagiva Mito bodywork. On track it was only two seconds slower than the...

BMW's uncrashable motorcycle

13 February 2008 by Ben Purvis

However hard kit manufacturers try to make crashing safer there’s always set to be a risk if you come off your motorcycle – but now manufacturers are working on ways to make the very act of falling...

Chris Vermeulen Australia GP replica Suzuki GSX-R1000

13 February 2008 by Rob Hull

Stamford Superbikes is selling six of these Chris Vermeulen replica GSX-R1000s, the colour scheme used by the Aussie as a tribute to his protégé Barry Sheene at the Australian MotoGP last year. Only...

Bangkok bikers jailed

13 February 2008 by gary bullock

Spotted this article in last weeks BANGKOK POST here in BANGKOK. COURTS MOTORCYCLISTS SENTENCED One month's jail puts brakes on road racers ' POST REPORTERS The Dusit district court yesterday sentenced 140 motorcycle riders and their supporters lo one month in jail for racing on a public road. The motorcycle riders and their friends, 117 males and 23 females aged over 18, were rounded up at 2am on...

Ken Livingstone ‘costing lives’

12 February 2008 by Steve Farrell

Ken Livingstone could be causing injuries and deaths by suppressing findings which could dramatically cut road casualties, Tory MPs are set to tell Parliament. Read the report TfL doesn’t want you to...

Tag and beacon gets green light in London

12 February 2008 by Steve Farrell

Technology that could allow the London Mayor to make motorcycles pay the congestion charge could be up and running within three years. Read the bus lane report TfL is hiding Transport for London,...

Triumph USA

11 February 2008 by charlie colburn

I am a Triumph rider from as far back as 1964. I am now riding a 2006 Rocket 3 and love it. It is better than any thing Harley Davidson make, allthough I love the bonnevilles they are not large enough for the USA. Unless you are happy with being the little dog. The rocket takes no prisoners. Come on with the new 1700cc’s. Everything’s big in Texas.

Buell offers fixed-price insurance

11 February 2008 by Michael Carroll

Buell has introduced a two-year, fixed price, insurance offer to encourage new riders to buy one of its machines. The deal provides fully comprehensive cover for £275 per year on all new models...

Safety conference on eliminating all risk on roads

11 February 2008 by Steve Farrell

An international conference begins tomorrow on a road safety policy which could threaten the future of motorcycling. Vision Zero aims to eliminate all deaths on the roads. View the programme...

What do we have to do to be seen?

11 February 2008 by Martyn

As speaking as one of the statistics, what do we have to do to be seen? Day light in October, dipped headlight doing 20-25 mph and a car pulls straight out of an office car park into my path. The police viewed it as just an ”unfortunate accident.” No action was taken against the driver. Bike is a write off. I’m still struggling on £71 ssp hoping to get the majority of the use back in my left hand...

MCN Daily 11/02//08: Your daily video motorcycle news

11 February 2008 by Angus Farquhar

In episode 40 of the MCN Daily motorcycle news show Rizla Suzuki’s MotoGP team has today unveiled its 2008 GSV-R, World Supersport’s Jonathan Rea talks about pre-season training and the BMW R1200GS was the highest selling bike in January Subscribe to this podcast with RSS Subscribe with iTunes Check out the video below to catch up with all the news in just three minutes then email us here to...

Ducati Desmosedici available to rent

11 February 2008 by Liam Marsden

A motorcycle rental company in the USA have taken the decision to rent out the Ducati Desmosedici. See the Ducati Desmosedici been built Watch MCN’s full test report on the Ducati Desmosedici The...

Are you up to riding with Nick Sanders?

09 February 2008 by roger murray

I am the mystery man RM otherwise known as Roger Murray as mentioned by El Jenco. TR is Ted Riley. Yes we were at Alrewas and met most of the riders when they left their bikes for transportation to Lisbon. We were supposed to tow them to Lisbon on trailers but there was a last minute problem and the trailers and straps which finally turned up were not adequate for the job and we simply refused to...

Mike the Bike

09 February 2008 by Ray Batt

Me on holiday in Malaga. We went up to Mike Hailwood’s Biker bar in the Mountains. Everyone should go!

MCN Daily 08/02//08: Your daily video motorcycle news

08 February 2008 by Angus Farquhar

In episode 39 of the MCN Daily motorcycle news show we hear that motorcycle casualties have risen in the past year, we report back from the world launch of the Triumph Speed Triple and Chaz Davies continues to impress Subscribe to this podcast with RSS Subscribe with iTunes Check out the video below to catch up with all the news in just three minutes then email us here to let us know what you...

Triumph sets date for McQueen t-shirts

08 February 2008 by Michael Carroll

Triumph is set to unveil the first in a range of Steve McQueen replica t-shirts on March 24, which would have been the actor’s 78th birthday. The shirts are officially endorsed by McQueen’s estate,...

Leon Haslam at Excel

08 February 2008 by binmon

This is Ming and Si meeting Leon Haslam at ExCel.