October

V2 reimagined as Ducati's new 890cc V-twin motor is the lightest to ever leave the Bologna factory

31 October 2024 by Carl Stevens

Only a few months ago, Ducati released the news that their Superquadro twin-cylinder run would be coming to an end; a configuration that has been around in one variation or another for over 30...

Labour's autumn budget confirms fuel duty freeze for a further 12 months

30 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves has confirmed a further one-year freeze on fuel duty in her autumn budget statement. Speaking in the House of Commons earlier today, the Labour MP...

Maeving awarded prestigious Simms Medal by the Royal Automobile Club for motorcycling innovation

30 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

UK-based lightweight electric motorcycle brand, Maeving have been awarded the Simms Medal for ‘an outstanding contribution to motoring innovation’ by the Royal Automobile Club (RAC) in London. The...

Superbike to super-naked | How Honda tweaked the 2017 Fireblade engine for the 2025 CB1000 Hornet

28 October 2024 by Ben Purvis

Slotting a previous-generation superbike engine into a naked bike chassis has been an easy shortcut to building a high-performance roadster for years – Honda’s original CB900F Hornet did it by reusing...

Revealed: The best medium and large vans you can buy right now, in partnership with Parkers

28 October 2024 by MCN

MCN has partnered with Parkers – the definitive resource for car buying advice in the UK – to bring you the award for the Best Medium Van of the Year and Best Large Van of The Year in their...

Concerns mount as more major motorcycle dealership chains enter administration amid sales shortfall

25 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Three major dealership chains across the UK have recently entered administration, with slow sales and rising costs cited as some of the reasons for decline. New bike registration data released by...

Pierer Mobility AG reduce executive board from six to two as financial difficulties continue

24 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

KTM parent company Pierer Mobility AG have announced a reduction in their executive board as they continue to tackle financial difficulty across their portfolio. Back in September, the business...

Braking firm Brembo buy suspension brand Öhlins for €370 million

21 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Italian braking specialists Brembo have announced the purchase of world-renowned suspension component firm Öhlins. Related: Brembo launch advanced Hypure calipers “Öhlins is a strong fit for...

Yamaha’s A2 legal R3 sportsbike gains a fresh new look, aero, and more for 2025

18 October 2024 by Jon Urry

Yamaha have upped the spec of their A2-legal R3 sportsbike for 2025 with not only a fresh look but also added tech and an uprated chassis. Related: MCN’s guide to the best A2 friendly...

Live and let bid! Bond bikes donated by Daniel Craig bag £60K for RNLI

18 October 2024 by Nye Davis

A pair of limited-edition Triumph motorcycles gifted by James Bond star Daniel Craig have fetched £60,000 at auction, with all proceeds going to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) in...

Austrian sportsbikes are back! KTM let us loose for a quick spin on their prototype 990RCR

16 October 2024 by Carl Stevens

The sportsbike sector is dead, right? Absolutely not. In fact, for 2025 it’s getting bolder and bigger than it has been for a long time, with serious machinery spanning pretty much every stage of the...

Spyshots reveal heavily updated 2025 Aprilia Tuono V4 super-naked... and it now has wings

16 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Aprilia look set to reveal a next-generation Tuono V4 super-naked family in the coming weeks, following fresh spy shots capturing a pair of development bikes on the road with changes including...

Retro bike brand AJS roll out back-to-basics Bilston 125 with a wallet-friendly price tag of £2349

16 October 2024 by Nye Davis

A cheap and cheerful 125 is a breath of fresh air in a market saturated with tech-laden and costly bikes – especially when it packs as much old-school charm as the AJS Bilston. Related: Find out...

Suzuki are set to celebrate 25 years of the iconic Hayabusa at Motorcycle Live 2024

15 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Suzuki are gearing up to celebrate 25 years of their legendary Hayabusa at Motorcycle Live, taking place November 16-24 at Birmingham’s NEC. The Japanese manufacturer will roll out a dedicated...

Pioneering Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer Energica have officially filed for bankruptcy

15 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Italian electric superbike manufacturer Energica Motor Company has filed for liquidation, marking the end of their decade-long run as a leader in high-performance electric motorcycles. In a...

Official motorcycle theft statistics show an overall reduction in all but two areas across the UK

15 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Official police data supplied to MCN by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) has shown a 7.9% drop in bike thefts across the UK. Related: MCN’s pick of the best security devices Related:...

Completely Motorbikes dealership chain enters administration: new buyer sought

14 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Completely Motoring Limited, the company behind multi-franchise motorcycle dealership chain Completely Motorbikes have confirmed that they have entered administration alongside Thunder Road...

Industry data shows motorcycle sales continue to fall short despite late summer registration boost

14 October 2024 by Nye Davis

The latest figures released by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) have shown a significant boost in bikes sold compared with August, with machines in the 1000cc-plus bracket seeing more than...

KTM confirm goodwill scheme will cover the costs of all historic and future LC8c camshaft repairs

11 October 2024 by Carl Stevens

KTM representatives have confirmed to MCN that LC8c parallel twin models affected by a camshaft wear issue will be repaired under goodwill, whether still in warranty or not. “We’re working really...

Screen if you want to go faster! KTM unveil pair of tech-filled TFT dashboards

10 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Alongside spilling the beans on their new AMT system, KTM have lifted the lid on two new TFT dashboard designs to be featured on their 2025 flagship machines, before trickling down to lower models in...

Welcome to the clutchless future as KTM announce their new AMT system for selected 2025 models

10 October 2024 by Nye Davis

KTM have officially joined the automatic arms race with the unveiling of a new Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) system. The Austrian brand previously teased the system as a prototype on the Iron...

Aprilia's ground-effect can help racers and trackday fans ride faster than ever, here's how it works

08 October 2024 by Jon Urry

The current crop of MotoGP bikes look more like spaceships than motorcycles due to advancements in aerodynamics and its increasingly important role in cutting lap times to the absolute...

Treat yourself to an MCN Subscription

04 October 2024 by MCN

The festive season is quickly approaching, and what better way to celebrate than with a special treat just for you—or for someone you love? Enjoy 12 issues of your favourite magazine for just £19.99 —...

Aprilia reveal 230hp, 165kg RSV4 X Ex3ma superbike in honour of Max Biaggi’s first 250 GP title

04 October 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Aprilia are marking 30 years since Max Biaggi’s first 250 Grand Prix crown with a special edition RSV4 X Ex3ma superbike, wearing an iconic Chesterfield-inspired livery on carbon fibre bodywork,...

Sidecar adventure duo plan to spend over 12 hours travelling in reverse to break 106-mile record

04 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Three wheeled adventurers, Matt Bishop and Reece Gilkes (AKA The Sidecar Guys) have announced plans to break another Guinness World Record. This time around, the duo are aiming to cover the longest...

Snake Pass could close warns local councillor - 'multi-million-pound pot of investment' needed

04 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Snake Pass, the popular A57 Peak District biking road that runs from the Ladybower Reservoir to Glossop could be under threat of closure due to deteriorating ground conditions in the...

Honda's new CGX150 is an air-cooled back-to-basics retro based on the trusty CG125

04 October 2024 by Ben Purvis

In an era that’s seen technology advancing at breakneck pace and even the cheapest of new bikes getting flatscreen displays and phone connectivity, there’s something refreshing about a back-to-basics...

Riders for Health tell MCN how motorcycles can save lives in rural Africa and announce future plans

03 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Riders for Health – who use bikes to help save lives in Africa – have spoken to MCN about multiple successes throughout 2024, as well as ambitious goals for the year ahead, including plans to...

Biking history up for grabs as classic motorcycles from across the century go under the hammer today

03 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Motorcycles dating back across the past century are to go under the hammer in the Charterhouse Classic Motorcycle Auction this October 3. Related: Epic former Ducati World Superbike racing...

Charley Boorman opens up about new series with Ewan McGregor and reflects on Long Way Round legacy

02 October 2024 by Nye Davis

Star of the Long Way Round television series, Charley Boorman has revealed exclusive details to MCN ahead of the 2025 release of his latest TV bike travel series, with best mate Ewan...

KTM announce upcoming 2025 new model plans, including full 1390 Super Adventure fleet and small capacity supermotos

01 October 2024 by Nye Davis

KTM have announced a return to Europe’s most important bike show, EICMA, this November – with a host of new models lined up to be unveiled. As the event enters its 110th iteration, the Austrian...

Ambitious plans at Royal Enfield: Bosses drop hint about middleweight future

28 October 2022 by Dan Sutherland

Royal Enfield bosses have confirmed to MCN that there are plans in place to increase their line-up within a year, with a focus on the 250cc-750cc bracket. The Indian firm celebrated their best-ever...

KTM take over CFMoto distribution for UK and Ireland from 2023

28 October 2022 by Ben Clarke

KTM have agreed a deal to take over the distribution of CFMoto bikes in the UK and Ireland from January 2023. The relationship between the two brands has been flourishing for some time, having...

Litelok's angle-grinder resistant lock you can put in your rucksack

27 October 2022 by Stuart Prestidge

Security specialists Litelock say their new X1 Moto D-lock offers the perfect combination – maximum strength in a compact, lightweight and portable design. The X1 has been engineered to withstand...

The Famous James: Brit firm looking for investor to put it back on the map

27 October 2022 by Ben Clarke

There’s no shortage of reborn historic brands from the heyday of British motorcycling on the market at the moment. Brough, Triumph, Royal Enfield, Norton and (more recently) BSA are all trying to tap...

Let Suzuki make it all better for you… Free service will sort repairs if your bike is attacked by thieves

25 October 2022 by Ben Clarke

Suzuki have launched a new aftercare programme to help owners who have recovered their stolen bike or had an accident by dealing with insurance companies and organising repairs. And the best part is,...