September

"Tony really is the voice of Oliver’s Mount": commentator Tony Coupland retires after 47 years

Today 17:29 by Nye Davis

After almost five decades, much loved Oliver’s Mount road racing commentator, Tony Coupland, has retired. Coupland first attended the Mount in Scarborough as a spectator aged just four and has...

Yorkshire motorcyclist undertakes 5000-mile charity ride to raise money for men's mental health

Yesterday 10:42 by Nye Davis

A motorcyclist has set out on a 5000-mile charity ride with a twist, aiming to ride around the entire UK coastline while relying on the goodwill of others to pay for his food, fuel and accommodation –...

Norfolk mechanic plunges life savings into kickstarting his dream motorcycle workshop

13 September 2024 by Nye Davis

A Norfolk based motorcycle mechanic has realised his lifelong dream of opening his own bike detailing, service and repair centre. Related: Local bikers rally around family run workshop to support...

Triumph celebrate 50 years since Evel Knievel's Rocket Jump with pair of custom painted motorcycles

12 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Triumph commemorated the 50th anniversary of Evel Knievel’s legendary ‘Rocket Jump’ with the creation of two custom painted machines which went on to feature in a celebratory parade. Knievel’s...

Thork Racing’s DMD-T865 rally ready tablet combines the best bits of a satnav and smart device

11 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Electrical devices have become the go-to for getting around – although the consensus remains split between standalone sat-nav units and smart devices like phones and tablets. Related: The best...

Industry data shows reducing demand for large capacity motorcycles whilst small bike sales soar

11 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Latest data by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) showed a slight slump in bike sales throughout August, with year-to-date registrations also low compared with 2023. The steady, but...

Verge Motorcycles showcase new hubless TS Pro at annual Brighton Burn Up event

10 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Radical Finnish electric motorcycle brand, Verge have been engaging with inquisitive UK bikers by taking part in the annual Ace Café Reunion Brighton Burn Up event. The plug-in firm brought along...

Road racing and short circuit stars compete at Goodwood Revival 2024 using sustainable fuels

09 September 2024 by James Charman

Some of the biggest names in motorcycle racing proved that you don’t need to burn traditional fossil fuels to have a good time, as sustainable fuels powered the vast majority of the glamorous Goodwood...

Over £1000 raised by bikers in ride out of support for Lincolnshire teen's bereaved family

09 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Hundreds of motorcyclists from across Lincolnshire have come together in memory and support of a much-loved teenage girl who died at her home in late July. Kibi Wade (Barrett) passed away on July...

Norton Motorcycles announce finance deals for new bike sales and throw in free breakdown cover too

09 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Norton have launched a new range of finance options on their Commando 961, V4SV, and V4CR range, chucking in two years of national breakdown recovery with the RAC for good measure. “We are...

Motorcycle Live organisers announce first phase of major overhaul in bid to attract more biking fans

06 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

The annual Motorcycle Live show at Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre (NEC) is set to gain a radical overhaul for 2024, with organisers promising a new festival theme, as well more live action...

Hacked off London biking group launch fundraiser to fight Hackney motorcycle parking charges

06 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

An independent London motorcycle group are attempting to raise £20,000 to take Hackney Council to court over parking charges for two-wheelers in the borough. Save London Motorcycling began raising...

Pre-war Flying Merkel twin formerly owned by Bud Ekins to be auction by Bonhams next month

05 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

A wide range of classic and modern motorcycling rarities are set to go up for auction this coming October at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show in Stafford, including a 1936 Vincent HRD expected to...

Nowhere to hide for thieves as police forces across England continue to make arrests and recover stolen motorcycles

05 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Police forces across England are continuing to battle the ongoing issue of motorcycle theft, with yet more arrests made, and stolen machines recovered. In Nottinghamshire, officers in Mansfield...

Sidecar racing legends Ben and Tom Birchall honoured with coveted Segrave Trophy

04 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Four-time World Sidecar Champions and Isle of Man TT legends, Ben and Tom Birchall are the latest winners of the coveted Royal Automobile Club’s Segrave Trophy, which is awarded for ‘outstanding...

Newcastle-under-Lyme council propose a ban on gatherings of two or more motorcycles as part of ‘car cruising’ crackdown

03 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Bike meets and group rides in the West Midlands could be outlawed as a council looks to ban gatherings of two or more vehicles and forbid groups from riding in convoy. The Public Spaces Protection...

Last rumbles of Thundersport: Popular club racing series calls it a day after 15 years

12 October 2022 by Stuart Prestidge

The Thundersport GB club racing series is calling time after 15 years of close competition and having played a vital role for young talented riders moving on up into both British and world...

Phil Read – ‘The Prince of Speed’ – has died aged 83

06 October 2022 by Stuart Barker

Britain’s most successful motorcycle racer, Phil Read MBE has died at the age of 83. He was one of the greatest motorcycle racers ever to come out of Great Britain – and with 121 Grand Prix podiums to...

Man who killed neighbour over motorcycle noise is sentenced

30 September 2022 by Stuart Prestidge

A man who stabbed his neighbour to death in a “cold-blooded attack” in Thorpe St Andrew has been sentenced to life imprisonment. Jamie Crosbie, 48, was sentenced at Norwich Crown Court after he was...

ACU British Sand Masters Championship returns to Blackpool for two-day event

28 September 2022 by Stuart Prestidge

Following the return of the Fylde ACU British Sand Masters Championship to the UK mainland last year, Blackpool’s Lytham St Anne beach will this year host an extended two days of sand...

Meet the Hydra: Could this hydrogen-powered machine be the future of motorcycling?

23 September 2022 by Stuart Prestidge

Electric motorcycles are undoubtedly part of the future, but a futuristic looking, hydrogen powered concept bike is piquing the interest of hydrogen technology manufacturers. The Hydra is the...

Oxford Products donate ambulances to Ukraine

22 September 2022 by Stuart Prestidge

Motorcycle accessory manufacturer Oxford have continued their support for Ukraine by buying two former NHS ambulances and donating to them to an Oxfordshire fundraising campaign. The vehicles were...

Kawasaki offer the chance to try out their KX enduro bikes

20 September 2022 by Phil West

Kawasaki are offering the chance to experience their 2023 enduro range, including the KX250X and KX450X, at an event on October 8. Coney Grove Farm, just outside Stourport in Worcestershire, is the...

New colours for Honda models in 2023

20 September 2022 by Phil West

Honda have new colours for the 2023 X-ADV, NC750X, Forza 750, and NT1100. Starting with the quirky X-ADV adventure scoot, both the 330cc and 745cc receive a special edition ‘Shasta White’...

True Heroes Racing pay tribute to the Queen with bespoke livery

16 September 2022 by Stuart Prestidge

True Heroes Racing Team have honoured Queen Elizabeth II with a bespoke tribute livery on one of their Suzuki GSX-R1000s that was unveiled at Snetterton. Founded by Royal Navy Warrant Officer Phil...

Inaugural Lincolnshire hill climb raises thousands for charity

15 September 2022 by Dan Sutherland

The first-ever Lincolnshire Wolds Vintage Hill Climb has raised an estimated £5000 for Cancer Research UK and selected good causes in and around Lincs town of Louth. The event, held on September 3...

Triumph bobber goes full-on ’80s: JvB kit conjures ‘modern minimalist’ look

14 September 2022 by Phil West

This cut-down, minimalist, modernised Triumph Bonneville Bobber is the latest from German customiser JvB Moto – who’ll soon be offering replica parts for you to make your own. It’s called the...

BMW K100 review and used buying guide: Ever heard of the Flying Brick?

07 March 2022 by Ped Baker

Ben Kingham, owner of BMW K series specialists BSK Speedworks reveals his buying tips for the 987cc four cylinder BMW K100, affectionately known as the Flying Brick… Related: 30th anniversary of K...

Rare MotoGP race bikes up for grabs at Bonhams Stafford auction

29 September 2021 by Phil West

An astonishing 24-bike collection of rare racers – including five genuine MotoGP machines – is among the stars of the upcoming Autumn Stafford Sale by auctioneers Bonhams. The MotoGP machines are all...

It’s the Flying Dutchman: Nico Bakker gives BMW K1600GT the GS treatment

29 September 2021 by Alan Cathcart

This 1600cc, 160bhp beast has to be the maddest ‘GS’ ever. When Willem Heijboer started grinding out the engine cases of his BMW K1600GT he realised that he needed help. That help came from Dutch bike...

Big backer for CCM: British firm to expand and explore new markets

28 September 2021 by Andy Calton

CCM’s 50th birthday present has just arrived in the form of a huge chunk of investment which should help the firm go from strength to strength. Related articles on MCN CCM celebrate 50 years with two...

Parkers Awards: Best Large Van and Best Electric Van winners revealed  in association with MCN

27 September 2021 by MCN

Parkers – the definitive resource for car buying advice in the UK – have partnered with MCN to bring you the awards for the Best Large Van and Best Electric Vans in the prestigious Parkers New Car...

New Ducati Desert X adventure weapon leads new bike charge

23 September 2021 by Andy Calton

Ducati is planning to unleash a raft of red-hot new machines between now and Christmas with the all-new Desert X adventure weapon being the headline machine for the firm’s 2022 line-up. Related...

Sammy Miller scoops top honours at star-studded Salon Privé Concours

16 September 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

This fabulous 1951 Moto Guzzi racer owned by Sammy Miller MBE was one of three bikes that scooped top honours at the 2021 star-studded Salon Privé Concours. Held in the grounds of Blenheim Palace,...

Triumph launch Ride Out to Help Out campaign

16 September 2021 by Phil West

Triumph and some of our best known biking celebs have launched a scheme to get Britain biking. Star names, including Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton and TT racer Maria Costello MBE, are urging...

Lincolnshire firefighters on course to raise £2000 with 400-mile county charity ride

13 September 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Five firefighters from across Lincolnshire have ridden 400 miles in a day, visiting every fire station in the county to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity and Prostate Cancer UK. “To see people...