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New Guzzi V7 gets chunky

07 October 2015 by Andy Downes

This is the first sighting of a new Moto Guzzi V7 variant which appears to be taking the aggressive styling of the larger 1400cc Audace, but adding it to the 744cc V-twin – which should make it A2...

Intelligent bikes get a boost

07 October 2015 by MCN News

Yamaha, BMW Motorrad and Honda have announced that they’ve entered a join agreement to accelerate the development of intelligent bikes – with a view to connecting all road users in a bid to reduce...

New Yamaha R1S released Stateside

07 October 2015 by MCN News

Yamaha have released a new lower-spec version of their YZF-R1 in the USA, giving our friends across the Pond three models of R1 to choose from (four if you count the anniversary model). The new model,...

Goodbye good buys

07 October 2015 by MCN

As the latest crop of 2016 bikes are set to be announced, is now the best time to snap up a great deal on an outgoing model? MCN tests some of the bikes that are being updated to see if they need...

KTM 1290 Super Duke GT prototype tested

06 October 2015 by Andy Downes

When KTM unveiled the 990 SMT back in 2009 it managed to combine the slightly bonkers underpinnings of the 990 Supermoto with a touring focus – thanks mainly to a small top fairing and some panniers.

New BMW G310 Stunt revealed

06 October 2015 by Andy Downes

This is the first official glimpse of a 300cc BMW road bike, ahead of the expected launch of a new roadster at the Milan show in November. The Concept Stunt G310 represents the basis of a new range of...

New MCN October 7: Revealed - new BMW retros!

06 October 2015 by Simon Patterson

In this week’s edition of MCN, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from October 7: World exclusive: BMW retros revealed! Ducati Monster 1200R test Brookes puts one hand on BSB title New 959...

Stars line up for MCN Live!

06 October 2015 by MCN Staff

As if you needed an excuse to party, three of the UK’s best loved racing stars have all confirmed they will be attending MCNLive! at Butlins Skegness on April 15-18, 2016. The trio will be...

How to sharpen your throttle response

06 October 2015 by MCN

It jerks. It snatches. It’s a slug. If your throttle response leaves something to be desired, we’re here to help 1. Before you start Make sure the basics are right: engine properly serviced, no air...

The Love Affair – Man & Machine

05 October 2015 by MCN

For easy, reliable horsepower nothing beats a Triumph Daytona 675, says T3 Racing’s Tony Scott ack in 2005 we’d run a trackday series with Niall Mackenzie and Pierfrancesco Chili, when Triumph came to...

Ride to the Wall: 'It's a national pilgrimage of respect'

05 October 2015 by Charlie Lester

Over 20,000 people. More than 7000 bikes. Nearly half a million pounds raised for a worthy cause. Yet so many of us have never even heard of it. Saturday heralded the biggest-ever Ride to the Wall,...

Picture story: The father of Indian (and where he got his idea)

04 October 2015 by Classic Bike magazine

This is George Hendee (1866-1943). George was a very successful bicycle racer – he won 302 of the 309 races he entered – who was inspired by the motorised bicycles (or ‘dernies’) used for pace-setting...

Definitive RiDE buyer's guide to tail packs

03 October 2015 by RiDE magazine

Once you’ve discovered the joy of the tail pack, it’s hard to go back to other luggage. An unobtrusive bag that sits securely on the pillion seat is hard to beat, especially if it’s waterproof. Even...

Rav Wilding takes on Ron Haslam’s Race School

03 October 2015 by MCN Staff

Former Crimewatch presenter, TV personaility and keen biker Rav Wilding has recently been on the Ron Haslam Race School and MCN senior road tester Michael Neeves, who teaches at the at the school, was...

Never crash again

02 October 2015 by MCN

Obviously we can’t promise that. But here’s how to make it pretty unlikely… 1. Look in the mirror Write down your rough year-by-year mileage since you started riding. Then add any crashes for...

Guy Martin turns down Top Gear

01 October 2015 by Ped Baker

It’s official. Guy Martin, has turned down the opportunity to present the BBC’s Top Gear. Speaking exclusively to Commercial Motor magazine, Martin, who works for Grimsby-based independent Scania...

Globe trotting penny pinchers

01 October 2015 by Andy Davidson

Adventure bikes may be getting bigger and more technically advanced but from just a couple of grand you could snap up a superb secondhand mud-plugging, world-shrinker. dventure bikes are supposed to...

‘The air-cooled boxer is here to stay’

01 October 2015 by Andy Downes

BMW’s head of motorcycle development has promised the air-cooled boxer engine will still be used to at least 2021 despite ever-tightening emissions regulations that have already been the death knell...

Watch Ducati's 2015 model launch live

31 October 2014 by MCN

You can watch the Ducati press conference for the launch of their 2015 models live, right here, when it takes place on Monday November 3 at 4:15pm. Ducati previously launched the much-hyped Scrambler...

2015 Honda Crossrunner ridden

31 October 2014 by MCN

Honda’s all-new 2015 VFR800X Crossrunner is currently being put through its paces for the first time in southern Spain by MCN Executive Editor Phil West. These are his first impressions. “Don’t be put...

Daimler announce MV Agusta partnership

31 October 2014 by Liam Marsden

As MCN reported last week, German automotive giant Daimler have announced a longterm partnership with MV Agusta, which includes Mercedes-AMG GmbH acquiring a 25% stake in the Italian bike manufacturer...

Matchless Model X Reloaded revealed

30 October 2014 by MCN

Reborn Brit marque Matchless have released a solitary image of the all-new Model X Reloaded, which will be launched at the EICMA motorcycle show in Milan next week. The image reveals that all that...

Moto Guzzi launch V7 II range in Italy

30 October 2014 by MCN

Moto Guzzi’s trio of new-for-2015 V7 IIs are being put through their paces around the city streets of Pisa and the surrounding countryside by MCN Senior Road Tester Adam Child. Here are his first...

OSET's electric motocross bike revealed

30 October 2014 by MCN

OSET Bikes have officially launched their new motocross bike today – the MX-10. The new bike is designed for children aged 4-7, and offers the 50cc market a more affordable, cleaner, and quieter...

2015 BMW S1000RR first ride

29 October 2014 by MCN

The 2015 BMW S1000RR represents the superbike’s biggest overhaul since the original version was launched in 2010. It has a staggering 199bhp (so easily breaking the magic 200bhp with a race exhaust),...

New MCN October 29: 2015 BMW S1000RR ridden

28 October 2014 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s new look MCN paper, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from October 29: – 2015 BMW S1000RR: “Never has 199bhp felt so easy: I’m speechless” – New Yamaha R1 details revealed –...

Daimler to buy stake in MV Agusta

24 October 2014 by Andy Downes

After months of rumour, denial and whispers an official announcement that German automotive giant Daimler is buying a minority stake in MV Agusta will be made on November 3 according to MCN...

MV Agusta to launch F4RR WSBK Special

24 October 2014 by Adam Child

MV Agusta will launch a World Superbike homologation special for their WSB campaign next year. The new F4 will be the worlds’ most powerful normally aspirated superbike with a quoted 210bhp. The...

MV Agusta Brutale 800 and Dragster RR first ride

24 October 2014 by MCN

MV Agusta’s new 2015 Brutale 800RR and Dragster 800RR are today being put through their paces around the stunning roads of Tuscany by MCN Senior Road Tester Adam Child. Here are his first...

Which of 2015's new litre sportsbikes is exciting you most?

23 October 2014 by MCN

2015 looks set to be a good year for fans of litre sportsbikes, with the Kawasaki H2 currently taking the headlines ahead of the BMW S1000RR, Yamaha R1 and Ducati 1299 Panigale.

Is Marc Marquez making MotoGP dull?

23 October 2014 by MCN

Marc Marquez is already the 2014 MotoGP champion. In just his second season in the premier class the Honda rider has absolutely dominated. But has his brilliance made it all a little too predictable?

Rossi Gear up for Grabs

22 October 2014 by Al Silcox

Valentino Rossi has joined forces withTW Steel to become a brand ambassador and to celebrate we’ve got a couple of great prizes up for grabs on winit.motorcyclenews.com. We’ve joined forces with TW...

Win a signed copy of Chris Scott’s new book

22 October 2014 by Andy Davidson

Chris Scott, the legendary adventure traveller and author of the renowned ‘Adventure Motorcycling Handbook’, is offering MCN readers the chance to win a signed copy of his new book worth £27. Put your...

New MCN October 22: Race of the year

21 October 2014 by MCN

In this week’s new look MCN paper, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from October 22: – MotoGP madness: Rossi wins in Phillip Island – FREE Suzuki special – New Yamaha R3 – New Multistrada...

2015 BMW S1000RR launch today

21 October 2014 by Michael Neeves

MCN Senior Road Tester Michael Neeves is at the launch of the 2015 BMW S1000RR at the Monteblanco circuit near Seville, Spain today. It’s the superbike’s biggest overhaul since the original version...

Sheene MCN Man of the Year trophies sell at Stafford

20 October 2014 by Phil West

The MCN ‘Man of the Year’ trophies from 1976 and 1977 awarded to the late, great Barry Sheene were among the star auction lots sold at the weekend. The two awards were offered as a lot with a number...