2025
KTM release full details on 390 and 125 SMC R supermotos after debut teaser at 2024 EICMA trade show
14 January 2025 by
KTM are taking a business as usual approach, revealing two smaller-capacity single-cylinder supermotos, designed to tap into the A1 and A2 licence-holding hooligan market. The £5699 390 SMC R and...
Adaptive aero used on Bimota’s KB998 Rimini could be the next big thing in superbikes
14 January 2025 by
With the advent of the new Bimota KB998 Rimini, superbikes could be seeing the dawn of an aerodynamics revolution – with the bike featuring winglets that “are able to automatically maintain the...
The future of EV? Honda begins pilot production of all-solid-state batteries in Japan
13 January 2025 by
A collection of unremarkable white factory buildings in Sakura, Japan, could house the key to Honda’s future – all-solid-state EV batteries. In January 2025, it comes to life as a demonstration...
13,000 sign up to West Midlands Police CCTV database gathering evidence against bike thieves
13 January 2025 by
Over 13,000 local people and businesses across the West Midlands have now signed up to a CCTV database, allowing police officers to access footage from their premises if needed when gathering...
Scottish charity raise the required funds to buy Davidson Legacy Cottage
10 January 2025 by
A Scottish cottage, once belonging to the ancestors of a Harley-Davidson founder, has been rescued from the threat of demolition by a local charity. The stone dwelling, found in Netherton, Angus,...
Garmin's zūmo R1 Radar plug-and-play safety kit gives you eyes in the back of your head
10 January 2025 by
Have you ever been caught out by a car lurking in your blind spot? If so, the sat nav experts at Garmin may have just the ticket with the introduction of a new universal-fit radar-based hazard warning...
Two Wheels for Life confirm end to Day of Champions charity event at Silverstone MotoGP round
10 January 2025 by
MotoGP’s official charity, Two Wheels for Life have confirmed that the annual Day of Champions fund-raising event at the Silverstone British MotoGP round has come to an end – despite generating...
Bike market sees end-of-year registrations spike and overall figures up despite dealer struggles
10 January 2025 by
Despite market difficulty and dealership closures across 2024, data shared by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) has revealed a slight increase in overall new bike registrations for last year,...
Honda Motorcycles working with Swedish start-up on swappable battery program for EM1 e electric scooter
10 January 2025 by
Honda are looking into the viability of battery sharing on low-capacity electric motorcycles in Europe, with a one-year feasibility study in partnership with a Swedish start-up. The project will...
Unregistered 2005 Honda Fireblade still in its original shipping crate set for February MCN auction
10 January 2025 by
A new/old stock Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade, still in its original transport crate from 2005, will be sold with Iconic Auctioneers at the upcoming Devitt MCN London Motorcycle Show in February. The...
Government refuse to look into potential safety benefits of default bus lane access for bikers
09 January 2025 by
After previously rejecting calls to allow motorcyclists into bus lanes by default, the Government will not pursue research to determine whether the idea could hold potential safety...
Sub-£9k adventurers | Morbidelli introduce V-twin duo to lure buyers away from established players
09 January 2025 by
Born again Italian marque Morbidelli are stepping into one of motorcycling’s most fiercely contested segments, bringing to market a pair of big-bore adventure bikes. Related: Morbidelli C1002V...
KTM launch updated 790 Duke naked for 2025 with new TFT dash and electronics Demo Mode
08 January 2025 by
The KTM 790 Duke has been updated for 2025, with the 799cc LC8c parallel twin motor now tweaked to meet more stringent Euro5+ conditions. Now priced at £7999 and available from dealers from the end...
Spotted! Fresh photos show mid-sized Royal Enfield Himalayan 650 adventure twin in development
08 January 2025 by
Royal Enfield look set to be gearing up for the arrival of a larger new Himalayan 650 adventure bike, powered by the firm’s tried and tested 648cc parallel twin engine. Already used within six...
Tera for all terrains | Bimota's top shelf tourer gains a hint of high-speed off-road prowess
08 January 2025 by
Bimota have given their Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX powered Tera a tickle for the new year, adorning the supercharged sports tourer with aerodynamic winglets and high-speed knobbly tyres. Related: Best...
Aprilia return to the desert with extended rally team in search of repeat Africa Eco Race success
07 January 2025 by
Aprilia have once again returned to the Africa Eco Race with a tricked-up version of their Tuareg 660. Related: Aprilia return to Eco Race as part of plans to up their involvement in desert...
CEO of Zero Motorcycles discusses bold new plans to introduce six sub-£10K models in two years
06 January 2025 by
CEO of Zero Motorcycles, Sam Paschel has spoken exclusively to MCN about the Californian electric bike firm’s ambitious new plans to bring six more bikes to market in the next two years, all priced...
Ducati spokesperson confirms no expansion plans for single-cylinder Hypermotard 698 Mono family
04 January 2025 by
Ducati stole the show in late 2023 when they launched their new 659cc Superquadro Mono engine – the highest revving and most powerful road-going single-cylinder ever produced, kicking out a claimed...
Honda CT125 Hunter Cub competition aims to raise £30,000 to get paralysed rider back on a bike
03 January 2025 by
Motorcycle adventure expert and tour guide, Nathan Millward is aiming to raise £30,000 for a paralysed rider by giving people the chance to win a number of Honda CT125 Hunter Cubs. With entrants...
Lincs Blood Bikes boost distance covered in 2024 by 30% racking up a life-saving 180,000 miles
02 January 2025 by
Lincolnshire Emergency Blood Bikes Service (LEBBS) have covered over 180,000 miles throughout 2024, delivering life-saving medication and transporting biological samples to support the NHS – that’s...
Staffs Police deploy drones and off-road officers to apprehend offenders and recover stolen bikes
02 January 2025 by
Specially trained Staffordshire Police officers riding off-road motorcycles were deployed as part of a successful operation in Stoke-on-Trent tackling bike theft. Related: Nowhere to hide for...
Sub-£5000 AJS Sedona 250 cruiser launched with A2 licence compliant V-twin engine
02 January 2025 by
Affordable low-capacity bike specialists AJS have launched a new Sedona 250 V-twin cruiser for 2025, priced at just £4599. Producing a claimed 26.6bhp at 9000rpm, and tipping the scales at 172kg in...
This CFMoto 800MT-X could be the budget-friendly dirt destroyer to topple established competition
01 January 2025 by
CFMoto have their sights set on the hardcore adventure market with a new middleweight option, the 800MT-X. With a price of just £7999 and a spec list that puts many rivals’ efforts to shame, it could...