September

'Road rage' driver jailed after knocking off motorcyclist for filtering past him

30 September 2024 by Nye Davis

A car driver has been sentenced to over three years in prison after a “road rage” attack left a motorcyclist seriously injured near Worthing. Related: Driver jailed after horrifying attack sends...

WSBK star, Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, joins the line-up at this year’s Motorcycle Live show at the NEC

30 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Organisers of the annual Motorcycle Live show at Birmingham’s NEC have confirmed more treats for 2024, with stars from World Superbikes in attendance as well as stunt shows from a multiple Guinness...

Scottish home of Harley-Davidson co-founder set to be demolished if funds aren't raised to save it

27 September 2024 by Jim Moore

A GoFundMe campaign is aiming to raise £70,000 to save a Scottish cottage steeped in historical significance for America’s most famous motorcycle brand. The stone dwelling in Netherton, Angus,...

Marco Bezzecchi one-off leathers raise thousands for Italian children’s charity in online auction

27 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

An online auction giving MotoGP fans the chance to win a one-off custom pair of Dainese leathers designed by Marco Bezzecchi has raised €11,350 (around £9750) for a children’s charity. Related:...

Drowsy drivers are twice as likely to be reckless behind the wheel says new industry study

26 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Motorists are twice as likely to drive recklessly and impede the safety of others if they are tired behind the wheel, according to new research from insurance provider Allianz. Related: Drivers...

Kawasaki's flagship Versys gets more power and capacity boost to 1100 for 2025

26 September 2024 by Jon Urry

At a casual glance, you would be forgiven for thinking that the changes to the big-capacity Versys touring models are limited to new paint schemes. However the name gives the game away – there is more...

Epic former Ducati World Superbike racing Panigale up for sale with Iconic Auctioneers this November

26 September 2024 by Jim Moore

A selection of weird, wonderful, and downright amazing bikes will go under the hammer at the NEC Classic Motor Show this November as part of Iconic Auctioneers final sale of the year. The auction...

Ducati open Sunderland based dealership and service centre in partnership with Vertu Motors

26 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Ducati have opened a new Sunderland-based motorcycle dealership and service centre. Located alongside Vertu BMW Motorrad at Boldon Business Park, the store represents the Italian marque’s first...

Sidecar adventure duo offer £28,000 Ural prize in bid to raise funds for dream biking destination

25 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Three-wheeled adventure duo, Matt Bishop and Reece Gilkes (better known as The Sidecar Guys) are hosting a giveaway of a 2024 Ural Gear Up Sahara Edition to raise funds to launch a sidecar themed bar...

Suzuki GSX-8R makes its British Superbike championship debut at Oulton Park

25 September 2024 by Jim Moore

MCN’s 2024 Sportsbike of the Year, the Suzuki GSX-8R, made its racing debut within the ultra-competitive British Superbike championship at Oulton Park last month showing potential for top-10 pace...

MCN Law | Can an insurer reduce your compensation payout for not wearing protective gear?

23 September 2024 by Andrew Campbell

In partnership with Bike Lawyer Each week, MCN’s legal specialist, Andrew Campbell, responds to reader questions about legal matters related to biking. This time it’s the turn of Ray from Reading who wants to know: “In May this...

Air Ambulance charities across the UK supported in national week of fundraising activity

23 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Bikers across the UK have been supporting their local Air Ambulance charities during a national week of fundraising. Air Ambulance Week 2024 took place from September 9-15 and was run by national...

Fundraiser for popular Adventure Rider Centre owner, Baz Fleming, closes in on £10K

20 September 2024 by Nye Davis

A charity fundraiser has been established for Adventure Rider Centre (ARC) owner Barry Fleming after it was discovered that he had developed an inoperable brain tumour. Related: Yorkshire...

Triumph ramp up enduro plans with all-British factory team set for 2025 World Championship assault

20 September 2024 by Jim Moore

Triumph’s off-road racing programme has been given a huge boost following the announcement that the brand will compete its much-anticipated enduro machine in both the 2025 FIM SuperEnduro and EnduroGP...

Voxan electric motorbike smashes four speed records, achieving over 180mph in a flying mile

19 September 2024 by Jim Moore

Ohio State University set four new speed records for electric motorcycles in late August with a machine built by its students. The bike, a joint project with manufacturer Voxan, set the records at...

Road racer Dave Suddes has died

19 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Motorcycle road racer, Dave Suddes has dies following injuries sustained during an accident. The news was announced in a statement released by Oliver’s Mount Racing, which read: “It is with...

Manchester Police sting bike thieves with helicopter help

19 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Police across Greater Manchester have been stamping out motorcycle-related crime in a number of recent operations, recovering two stolen bikes during a raid in Manchester, and stopping three riders...

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

18 September 2024 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

17 September 2024 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...

KTM parent company Pierer Mobility announce further redundancies amidst 2024 sales slump

02 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Pierer Mobility – the parent company of KTM, Husqvarna, GasGas and WP Suspension, and 50.1% owner of MV Agusta – have announced further plans to axe jobs in the light of poor sales figures which saw...

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...