October

Rider killed at Oulton Park trackday

07 October 2013 by Simon Patterson

A five-bike collision at an Oulton Park track day has left one rider dead and two further in critical condition in hospital. The accident happened at the fast Clay Hill bend at the Cheshire track, at...

New BMW R1200GS Adventure revealed

07 October 2013 by Andy Downes

BMW has finally released the full technical details of the 2014 R1200GS Adventure; the tougher and more off-road targeted bike the firm hopes will continue the big sales of the current model. The new...

Autumn here, winter approaching

07 October 2013 by nick crisp

For autumn and winter riding I would recommend looking at some of the kit in the outdoor pursuits industry; much of it works well for biking. If that old jacket isn’t so waterproof anymore, one of the lightweight waterproof tops will fit underneath, so you’ve still got the crash protection over the top. I also use a light down-filled shirt that packs down to nothing when stowed, a windproof shell...

The Bike Shed - Event II - 24 Hours To Go.

04 October 2013 by MCN Staff

There’s 24 hours until Bike Shed – The Event II. Featuring some of the world’s greatest, custom-bike building talent, last time around there were around 35 official exhibited bikes. This time there...

Staff Blog: New Dog, Newer Tricks

04 October 2013 by Steve Hunt

I’ve been riding a ‘big bike’ for twelve months now and the last eight of them have been spent working for the world’s largest motorcycling publication. I am very aware of how enviable a position this...

Video: See the new KTM Super Duke R in action

03 October 2013 by MCN

KTM has released new footage of the 1290 Super Duke R, showing the new super-naked’s aggressive skills on road and track. Watch the video below and don’t miss next week’s MCN, as we go inside the...

Staff Blog: Well, that’ll be autumn then!

03 October 2013 by Alison Silcox

Riding in this morning I’ve had to give in and fully kit up in cordura. Looking out of the bedroom window at 7.30 it was really quite murky and living in the middle of a housing estate if it’s murky...

Would you miss Mallory Park if it closed permanently?

02 October 2013 by MCN

Mallory Park racing circuit has been placed into administration and all future race meetings have been cancelled. The move comes after recent legal action was taken by Hinckley and Bosworth District...

Which naked nutter bike are you most looking forward to?

02 October 2013 by MCN

With the debut of the KTM 1290 Super Duke R, the first of this summer’s naked nutter bikes has broken free. It’s soon to be followed by a new Z1000 from Kawasaki, an update to the original naked...

Suzuki announce UK price for new V-Strom 1000

02 October 2013 by MCN

Suzuki has today confirmed that the retail price for the long-awaited new V-Strom 1000 adventure bike will be £9999, plus on the road charges. Making the announcement, Suzuki GB general manager,...

KTM 1290 Super Duke R breaks free

02 October 2013 by MCN News

KTM’s much-anticipated 2014 Super Duke R has been spied many times by MCN during its development, and now KTM have released the first official pictures and technical specifications of the all-new...

Win hospitality tickets to the BSB Showdown finale

02 October 2013 by MCN

MCN and MCE Insurance have teamed up to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a pair of weekend tickets to the epic conclusion of the 2014 BSB championship at Brands Hatch on October 18-20. Full...

Entry-level 600 owners needed

01 October 2013 by MCN

MCN is on the hunt for owners of entry-level 600cc machines. Specifically we’re looking for owners of the Suzuki SV650S, Kawasaki ER-6f and the latest (2011-current) Honda CBR600F. We’ll be using the...

Do Brands Hatch BSB in style with Kawasaki Riders Club

01 October 2013 by MCN News

With a very real prospect of Kawasaki riders winning more than one Championship at the BSB series finale on 20 October, the Kawasaki Riders Club have created a £49.99 special race day package for its...

Video: Café Racers Get Serious

01 October 2013 by MCN

Café racers are a growing market segment in the UK, and have just been boosted again with the arrival of the new Royal Enfield Continental GT. But how will this new Indian import fare against the...

Kawasaki confirms new Z1000 for imminent release

01 October 2013 by MCN News

Kawasaki’s Z1000 has been a strong player in the naked litre class since the reintroduction of the model in 2003, replete with shotgun-style exhausts in homage to the original Zed. And on November 5,...

New MCN October 2: Cafe racer showdown

01 October 2013 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s MCN paper, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from October 2: – Triumph and Moto Guzzi take on the new Royal Enfield Continental GT in our cafe racer showdown – BMW NineT...

Now there’s a retro Jawa!

01 October 2013 by Phil West

Latest to jump on the retro-styling bandwagon – although possibly with more integrity than some – is Jawa. The Czech, former Soviet bloc, manufacturer still produces utilitarian, budget,...

What to do if you’re ‘first on scene’ to a motorcycle accident

09 November 2012 by Pete Baker

In support of Road Safety Week – 9 to 25 November, BASICS Scotland has issued a list of top 10 first aid tips for motorcyclists that could help save a life. Compiled by Kevin McCloskey, a Senior Staff...

MV Agusta Rivale Official Sketch

31 October 2012 by Richard Newland

This is the first official image released by MV Agusta of their new model – the Rivale. Expected to be on sale in September 2013, the new 800cc triple shares a motor with a new Brutale 800, both of...

Poll: Will Stoner get bored and return to racing?

30 October 2012 by MCN

Next weekend out at Valencia sees the last race of two-time world champ Casey Stoner, after he announced his retirement earlier in the season. However, still only 26, many are predicting that Stoner...

Poll: Who would you bring back, at their peak, if you could?

30 October 2012 by MCN

Every generation has their two wheel hero, but if you could see one of the past greats brough back to mix it with the racers of today, who would it be? Barry Sheene, maybe to bring some rock’n’roll...

Poll: What I love about biking

30 October 2012 by MCN

Every biker loves biking for a different reason, even when it comes to performance. So, this week, we’re asking – what is it you love about your bike’s performance? Is it the way you can blast off...

You ask/you answer: Should I go naked?

30 October 2012 by MCN

I’ve been riding faired sportsbikes for thirteen years, but I’m actually getting a bit frustrated by how good they are, and how you can’t use them properly on the road (I don’t do trackdays)… I’m...

New Rossi special on the iPad

30 October 2012 by MCN

MCN’s sister title MCN Sport has just released a new, interactive Rossi special issue on the iPad. Featuring interviews with those closest to him, technical analysis of all his world...

Win a £7000 classic Laverda

30 October 2012 by Steve Farrell

Someone will have extra reason to celebrate this Christmas after winning this immaculate 1973 Laverda SF1 750 worth over £7000. It’s the top prize in the Vintage Motorcycle Club’s Christmas raffle,...

New MCN October 31: Acceleration Special

30 October 2012 by MCN

In this week’s MCN, out October 24, we look at speed off the line with our acceleration special. We talk to top racers on technique, look at the kings of top end; drag racers, and have some quarter...

Deadly 720 world record

30 October 2012 by Andy Davidson

The Top Gear stunt team established a first world record double loop-the-loop using a motorbike at Birmingham’s NEC last week. Stunt rider, Gary Hoptrough successfully completed the Deadly 720 on a...

Riders for Health's appeal raises £634,770

30 October 2012 by MCN

Riders for Health have had a massive success with their summer appeal, raising £317,385 to improve health care access in Africa. Under the British government’s Aid match program, this will be doubled...

Oct 31 Bikes on the Box

30 October 2012 by Alison Silcox

KEY TO CHANNELS. DRT – Discovery Real Time DSC – Discovery Channel DHD – Discovery Channel HD EXS – Extreme Sports Channel EUR1 (2, HD) – Eurosport 1 (2, HD) MOT – Motors TV CH4 – Channel...

Unfinished project, no V5, £60,000

30 October 2012 by Steve Farrell

A bike that looks like this wouldn’t normally make a tempting financial investment but this one fetched £59,740 at a Bonhams auction. The 1930 Brough Superior Overhead 680 doubled its top estimate...

Rip off Britain

29 October 2012 by Anonymous

Recently received quote for new Harley. Cost £18,000 new, £5,400 deposit, balance to finance £12,600 over 36 payments. Cost per month ,£223.14 with a final payment of £8,718. Total charge for credit a whopping £4226.04 which equates to approx 33.54% over the payback period. Total cost of bike £22,226.04. They say its a good deal what do you think? I think its extortionate.

Rider killed at Oulton Park trackday

New BMW R1200GS Adventure revealed

Autumn here, winter approaching

The Bike Shed - Event II - 24 Hours To Go.

Staff Blog: New Dog, Newer Tricks

Video: See the new KTM Super Duke R in action

Staff Blog: Well, that’ll be autumn then!

Would you miss Mallory Park if it closed permanently?

Which naked nutter bike are you most looking forward to?

Suzuki announce UK price for new V-Strom 1000

KTM 1290 Super Duke R breaks free

Win hospitality tickets to the BSB Showdown finale

Entry-level 600 owners needed

Do Brands Hatch BSB in style with Kawasaki Riders Club

Video: Café Racers Get Serious

Kawasaki confirms new Z1000 for imminent release

New MCN October 2: Cafe racer showdown

Now there’s a retro Jawa!

What to do if you’re ‘first on scene’ to a motorcycle accident

MV Agusta Rivale Official Sketch

Poll: Will Stoner get bored and return to racing?

Poll: Who would you bring back, at their peak, if you could?

Poll: What I love about biking

You ask/you answer: Should I go naked?

New Rossi special on the iPad

Win a £7000 classic Laverda

New MCN October 31: Acceleration Special

Deadly 720 world record

Riders for Health's appeal raises £634,770

Oct 31 Bikes on the Box

Unfinished project, no V5, £60,000

Rip off Britain

Original 1902 motorcycle for sale, several careful owners

Motorcyclist caught speeding at 152mph

Number plate ‘CBR400R’ in DVLA auction

New motorway tax considered