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Yamaha unveils future vision with three-cylinder engine

02 October 2012 by Richard Newland

Yamaha has unveiled its on-going commitment to motorcycle innovation this morning at the Cologne Show, by revealing its new three-cylinder P3 engine. Along with the expected unveiling of an updated...

New FJR1300 heads 2013 Yamahas

02 October 2012 by MCN

The biggest updates yet to the long-in-the-tooth FJR1300 tourer, including high tech electronic suspension, traction control, riding modes and more, is the highlight of Yamaha’s new range for...

New BMW R1200GS revealed

02 October 2012 by MCN

The new BMW R1200GS will use a 125bhp water/air cooled motor and feature semi-active suspension. The biggest change comes in the engine, with the introduction for the first time of water-cooling.

New MCN October 3: New bike special!

02 October 2012 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s MCN, out October 3, we reveal all the 2013 bikes at the Cologne Show. BMW has revealed the all-new R1200GS, which features the most advanced electronic system to-date and a new...

Peugeot Metropolis 400 Three Wheeler Unveiled.

02 October 2012 by Andy Downes

Peugeot have just taken the wraps off a brand new 400 cc three wheeler scooter to rival the Piaggio MP3. This is the first new scooter from Peugeot following a promise made in 2010 to overhaul its...

New Metal at Cologne Show

02 October 2012 by Andy Downes

Our MCN news team are in Cologne for the 2013 Intermot Cologne Bike Show, where 100s of members of the press are about to see new bikes being unveiled including the new BMW R1200GS, Triumph Street...

You ask/you answer: Am I experienced enough for a trackday?

01 October 2012 by MCN

I really want to do a trackday, but I’m a bit worried that my riding level isn’t good enough, and I’ll get spooked on track by faster riders. Should I just man up and get on with it, or should I do...

Poll: Should all new car drivers be required to do a CBT too?

01 October 2012 by MCN

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Poll: Have electronics gone too far on bikes?

01 October 2012 by MCN

Electronic aids on bikes seem to be developing at an amazing rate, with ABS and traction control becoming more and more common, and semi-active suspension beginning to appear on bikes. pollcomment

Triumph unveil limited edition Super III Daytona 675

01 October 2012 by Liam Marsden

Triumph has revealed a limited edition Daytona 675 based on the yellow and black paintscheme of the iconic Daytona Super III which was launched in 1994. Only 75 of the limited edition bikes will be...

2012 Triumph Speed Triple R gallery

31 October 2011 by Phil West

Triumph’s best-selling and class-leading super naked, the Speed Triple 1050 has only ever really lacked one thing – a taste of the exotic. But for 2012 even that’s changed with the introduction of...

MCN Back Off EU: Get the t-shirt!

28 October 2011 by Steve Farrell

T-shirts supporting our MCN Back Off EU protest are available to buy with profits to be donated to African development charity Riders for Health. Join our ride against stifling EU plans The...

Police demand riders admit to alleged offence, then decide what offence.

28 October 2011 by Steve Farrell

Police say they can demand riders admit to an alleged offence, then decide what offence. They have been accused of abusing the law with the tactic, used against a number of motorcyclists. MCN...

Digital version of MCN Marco Simoncelli tribute issue now available

28 October 2011 by MCN

Unprecedented demand for this week’s special Marco Simoncelli tribute issue, especially from overseas, has lead us to making this special digital edition available to buy and view online. What’s in...

MotoGP mourns Marco Simoncelli at Italian star’s funeral

27 October 2011 by Matthew Birt

MotoGP stars past and present have attended the funeral of Italian star Marco Simoncelli, who died from injuries sustained in last weekend’s Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang. Valentino Rossi, Loris...

Staff bikes: Triumph Tiger 800 - Taming the Tiger's thirst

27 October 2011 by Ped Baker

Since returning from Spain a while back I’ve had numerous emails from Tiger owners concerning fuel consumption. It appears that quite a few are finding it a little on the thirsty side compared to...

Staff bikes: Suzuki GSR750 - GSR takes on the Nurburgring

27 October 2011 by Liam Marsden

Rising at 5:30am on a day off isn’t exactly what I’d call relaxing, but with the GSR already loaded up and sat waiting patiently in the garage and the Nurburgring as the finishing point for the day I...

Marco Simoncelli’s funeral begins in Italy

27 October 2011 by Matthew Birt

The funeral of Marco Simoncelli has started in Coriano today, with thousands of fans paying their respects to the popular Italian MotoGP star. The 24-year-old died from head, neck and chest trauma...

Two-stroke answer to rising crosser costs

27 October 2011 by Dan Aspel

This immaculate Kawasaki KX500 hybrid is one motocross racer’s response to the rising costs of four-stroke off-road competition machines. Chris Place, 21, hopes the blend of an easily-fixed two-stroke...

A tribute to trials bikes

27 October 2011 by Andy Westlake

Nearly 40 years have now elapsed since the BSA factory gates at Small Heath closed for the last time. However, thanks to enthusiasts like Bill Faulkner the name’s being kept alive. Now retired after a...

Indian Racing Horse concept

27 October 2011 by Oberdan Bezzi

Here’s my concept idea for a sports bike made by Indian.

Destination dealer: George White Explosive Sale Weekend

27 October 2011 by MCN

ADVERTISING PROMOTION The summer biking season is coming to an end and that can only mean one thing… it’s time for the George White Explosive Sale Weekend! This unmissable event has become a firm...

Marco Simoncelli painting in aid of Riders for Health

26 October 2011 by MCN

Ian Kenken told MCN: “I’ve watched racing for 50 years now, growing up with Surtees and Duke, and like most others who love bike racing, had one of the worst weekends ever. “I therefore did a painting...

Lorry shoots red light

25 October 2011 by Pat H

Commuting in London and I stop for a red pedestian crossing. Luckily to one side which helped me avoid being flattened by the following lorry.

Passenger opens door in traffic

25 October 2011 by Pat H

The motorbike in front is filtering. Watch the white van in the outside lane and the passenger door opening.

Brave to cut up a lorry!

25 October 2011 by Pat H

Riding in the rain and the car in front decides to pull into the middle lane. Not an issue if the lorry there wasn’t going a good few MPH faster!

White Van man

25 October 2011 by Pat H

Riding in the rain and white van man decides to change lanes.

Two cars run a red light

25 October 2011 by Pat H

Riding to work and stopped for a red light. Seems the car behind had much poorer brakes and the one behind had no brakes!

Video: 2012 BMW S1000RR onboard

25 October 2011 by MCN

BMW has updated its class-leading S1000RR superbike for 2012, with new traction control, a modified chassis and more low-midrange power. MCN’s Adam Child rode the bike at the launch in Valencia, and...

Adventure Map - tours and motorcycle hire across the globe

25 October 2011 by MCN

Have you ever dreamt about leaving it all behind? Loading up your bike and heading for the channel isn’t the only option, with the potential to go further in your time out by flying to join an...

New MCN October 26: Marco Simoncelli 1987-2011

25 October 2011 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s issue of MCN, on sale Wednesday 26 October, MCN and the racing world remember’s Marco Simoncelli after the Italian tragically passed away after an incident during the Sepang MotoGP...

2012 GSX-R1000: bigger midrange, new brakes and better fuel economy

24 October 2011 by John Westlake

Suzuki’s 2012 GSX-R1000 gets new Brembo Monobloc brakes, more midrange power and is 2kg lighter than this year’s model. Though Suzuki list dozens of changes to the outgoing model, the majority are...

Editor's picks: Triumph Speed Triple 1050

24 October 2011 by MCN

With Triumph unveiling the new-for-2012 Speed Triple R, an uprated and upgraded version of its ever-popular super naked, laden with Ohlins suspension, Brembo Monobloc brakes and lightweight, forged...

Bike shops in Shiga, Japan

24 October 2011 by gtufnell

Browsing bike shops in Japan. The first picture is at Nankai (Japan’s answer to Hein Gericke). The second is at The Red Baron. Both shops open 7 days until 8pm. Left my copy of MCN at Red Baron for...

Honda Integra promises low running costs

24 October 2011 by Trevor Franklin

Honda has just released full details on the new dual-clutch Integra maxi-scooter including a claimed 76mpg fuel consumption figure (250 mile tank range) and reduced service costs with an 8000 mile...

Speed Triple gets the ‘R’ treatment

24 October 2011 by Phil West

These are the first pictures of Triumph’s hotly-rumoured, new-for-2012 Speed Triple R – a special, uprated version of its best-selling super naked. Following in the footsteps of Triumph’s previous...