October

Triumph Tiger 800 XC – new spy pic

Triumph Tiger 800 XC – new spy pic

There have been so many leaked spy pics and teaser shots of Triumph’s new Tiger 800 in both its guises that’s there’s not much left to see – but this pic is the best view yet of the whole XC...

Destination dealer: Doble

Destination dealer: Doble

ADVERTISING PROMOTION Doble Motorcycles have generated a enviable reputation throughout their 43-year history for supplying their customers with the best deals and the best service. Their friendly,...

Schwantz & Spencer to ride at Carole Nash MCN Show!

Schwantz & Spencer to ride at Carole Nash MCN Show!

Triple World champion Freddie Spencer and 1993 500cc champion Kevin Schwantz have been announced as the first star riders in a brand new, never-been seen-before, live action show called...

MCN in Skiatho

MCN in Skiatho

Still got time to look at Motorcycle News on the balcony with a Gin and Tonic in Skiatho

2011 Ducati 1198SP first ride

2011 Ducati 1198SP first ride

MCN Senior Road Tester, Michael Neeves, is currently at Imola in Italy testing the new Ducati 1198SP. Here’s his first impressions: “This is the replacement for the Ducati 1198S, costing an estimated...

Honda releases second design sketch of new 800cc V4

Honda releases second design sketch of new 800cc V4

Honda has issued a second image of the new VFR800X – a V4 bike the firm is dubbing a ‘crossover’ bike that mixes adventure bike looks but with road bike manners and ability. This bike will be released...

New MCN October 20: 2011 Triumph Speed Triple world first test

New MCN October 20: 2011 Triumph Speed Triple world first test

In this week’s issue of MCN, on sale October 20, we test the new 2011 Triumph Speed Triple on road and track. Plus, you could win £25,000 to buy your dream garage and riding kit! Also in this week’s...

New cell mate for Al Capone

New cell mate for Al Capone

Del Wilton from Cornwall has plenty of time to read MCN while planning his escape from Alcatraz! The easiest way off the rock turned out to be getting on the passenger ferry, unlike some notorious...

BMW R1200GS Triple Black special edition

BMW R1200GS Triple Black special edition

This is the new 2011 BMW R1200GS Triple Black; a limited edition bike that will be officially released in a couple of weeks at the Milan bike show. There are no mechanical changes to the bike but it...

Lucky escape for MCN road tester!

Lucky escape for MCN road tester!

Senior MCN road tester Adam ‘Chad’ Child had a lucky escape from a dramatic crash at Cadwell Park’s Gooseneck on Saturday, racing in the Auto 66 championship. Adam was running fourth in the race but...

Bikes on TV: October 20-26

Bikes on TV: October 20-26

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

New Axo Globe motorcycle jacket

New Axo Globe motorcycle jacket

Axo has just launched this new Globe jacket, designed for short journeys in all weathers. There is armour at the shoulders, elbows and back, a removable quilted lining and a ‘Watertech’ membrane. The...

New 'Black Series' Two Brothers exhausts

New 'Black Series' Two Brothers exhausts

Two Brothers’ new Black Series exhausts are said to be “dyno-tuned and track-tested”. They feature black Teflon-coated cast magnesium end caps, billet aluminium inlets and outlets and reinforcement...

20% off GPR exhausts

20% off GPR exhausts

To celebrate the launch of their new website GPR exhausts are offering 20% off all their exhausts and free UK delivery for a limited period only. Managing Director Arthur Macdonald says, “the new site...

Unofficial Ferrari trike powered by Hayabusa engine

Unofficial Ferrari trike powered by Hayabusa engine

This Ferrari F1-themed trike was originally a Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa. The mechanics are largely unchanged, the work being focussed on the red, decal-laquered frame and rear wheels, turning the...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Triumph Speed Triple video

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Triumph Speed Triple video

The new 2011 Speed Triple was launched at Cologne. The model features all new headlights as well as a wealth of new parts, but it’s the headlights that have got everyone talking. Have Triumph made a...

Best of bikemart: Modern classics up for grabs this week

Best of bikemart: Modern classics up for grabs this week

We’ve been browsing MCN bikes for sale every day to bring you some of our top picks from over 10,000 motorcycles for sale.   Read more modern classics news and features Here’s just a few of the...

Honda VT750 Black Spirit on X-Factor

Honda VT750 Black Spirit on X-Factor

X-Factor hopeful Storm Lee will be using a Honda VT750 Black Spirit cruiser as a prop while he performs on the highest rated television show on Saturday night. X-Factor regularly attracts 12 million...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Ducati 1198SP

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Ducati 1198SP

Ducati launched the new 1198SP at the Cologne Bike Show. The bike features a whole host of trick parts and is the first production Ducati to feature a quickshifter.

Motorcycle film festival to celebrate adventure riders

Motorcycle film festival to celebrate adventure riders

A UK-based film festival will show footage of the greatest motorcycle journeys ever attempted, organisers have announced. The Adventure Travel Film Festival aims to show “films that truly capture the...

Italjet junior motocross bikes return

Italjet junior motocross bikes return

Italjet’s iconic junior motocross bikes will return to the UK marketplace after a recent takeover deal. Apache Quads will be distributing the Italian brand through their dealer network. Three models...

2011 textile jackets from Spyke

2011 textile jackets from Spyke

Italian firm Spyke is unleashing a massive range of kit in 2011. Here we’ve chosen to share a few of the firm’s new textile jackets, with their specs. Prices are as yet unknown. More info:...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 BMW K1600GT video

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 BMW K1600GT video

BMW launched their new KT1600GT at the Cologne Show. It is built around an amazing inline six engine capable of an estimated 170bhp. The bike also features a wealth of amazing gadgets and some very...

2011 leather jackets from Spyke

2011 leather jackets from Spyke

Italian firm Spyke is unleashing a massive range of kit in 2011. Here we’ve chosen to share a few of the firm’s new leather jackets, with their specs. Prices are as yet unknown. More info:...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Suzuki GSX-R600, GSX-R750 and GSR750

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Suzuki GSX-R600, GSX-R750 and GSR750

Suzuki have launched the 2011 GSX-R600, GSX-R750 and the all new GSR750 at the Cologne Bike Show. The GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 have been on a weight-loss program and the GSR750 is an entirely new bike.

Me and Leon Haslam

Me and Leon Haslam

Here’s me and Leon Haslam at an open day at Thunderoad Motorcycles, Bridgend. Any tips for riding my GSX-R, Leon?

New Honda VFR adventure bike breaks cover

New Honda VFR adventure bike breaks cover

This is an official sketch of a new Honda VFR adventure style bike that will be seen in full production form in just two weeks – but it’s not a 1200cc as many think it is. The sketch has been released...

2011 leather race suits from Spyke

2011 leather race suits from Spyke

Italian firm Spyke is unleashing a massive range of kit in 2011. Here we’ve chosen to share a few of the firm’s new race suits, with their specs. Save cash on motorcycle suits Prices are as yet...

New X-Lite adventure helmet

New X-Lite adventure helmet

The new-for-2011 X-Llite X-551 is a composite-fibre helmet designed for enduro, supermoto and adventure bike riders. Save cash on motorcycle helmets There’s venting at the brow and chin, plus...

New Duchinni adventure suit

New Duchinni adventure suit

This new ‘Sahara’ jacket and trousers is new from Duchinni. Save £££s on motorcycle clothing Made from claimed waterproof and breathable textile, and featuring CE-approved armour throughout,...

New ‘Nutcase’ helmets

New ‘Nutcase’ helmets

These new ‘Moto’ lids from helmet firm Nutcase were shown at Cologne this week. They meet the legal requirements for road legality and will be available from spring next year in 13 different...

Kawasaki ER-6 hugger from Pyramid

Kawasaki ER-6 hugger from Pyramid

This new carbon-look hugger from Pyramid Plastics is designed for the 2009-on Kawasaki ER-6. It’s claimed to be strong, durable and light, and will cost you £89.95. Save cash on motorcycle...

New Yamaha R1 exhausts from Harris

New Yamaha R1 exhausts from Harris

Harris Performance have new stainless steel/titanium slip-ons for the 09/10 Yamaha R1. They have removable baffles and a carbon heat shield for the left hand pipe. Save £££s on motorcycle...

New Uvex visor changes tint automatically!

New Uvex visor changes tint automatically!

The visor on this Uvex GT500 helmet might look like any other, but – as unveiled at this week’s Cologne bike show – it’s actually a very clever, battery operated visor that changes from clear to...

2011 Triumph Speed Triple first road ride: 'it's an absolute joy'

2011 Triumph Speed Triple first road ride: 'it's an absolute joy'

Triumph’s new 2011 Speed Triple 1050 is a ‘demon road tool’ according to MCN’s Trevor Franklin is currently riding the motorcycle in Spain. Firing back his first thoughts after a brief road ride this...

Destination Dealer: Vines

Destination Dealer: Vines

ADVERTISING PROMOTION “Friendly”, “experienced”, “highly trained”, “customer-focused” and “passionate”. These are just a few words, which describe the staff you will find at Vines Motorrad in...