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Enter the R100X | Custom builder turns 1990s BMW R80R into £40,000 stripped-back dirt demon

07 June 2024 by Nye Davis

What happens when you take a humble 1995 BMW R80R, pluck it from retirement and inject 800 hours of unbounded engineering mastery into it? The result is what Formula One engineer Ben Norton has...

Ducati pump the brakes on Scrambler concept hype and confirm departure of 1100 Sport Pro

06 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Following the global launch of two Scrambler prototypes at the recent Bike Shed Moto Show in London, Ducati bosses have told MCN that we could see a production bike come to market, but not anytime...

Honda commits to electric future for small capacity motorcycle market at 2024 business briefing

05 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Honda has announced that it will continue to push electrification for the small capacity motorcycle market. The automotive giant described EVs (electric vehicles) as the “most effective solution...

Norton heads up north | Solihull brand establishes first Scottish location with Perth dealership

05 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Norton’s full motorcycle lineup is now available to Scottish customers as the Solihull brand recently announced a sales partnership with Revolutions of Perth. Related: Norton widen net with South...

Wick High School teacher sets up a motorcycle mechanics club for kids as young as 11

05 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

You’re never too young to get into bikes – as a group of kids at a Scottish school discovered when one of their teachers set up an after-school club where they could learn how to strip, rebuild and...

Merseyside police recover and return motorbikes stolen from Isle of Man TT tourists in Liverpool

05 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Merseyside Police have recovered and returned two motorbikes belonging to German tourists, who were visiting Liverpool on their way to the annual Isle of Man TT races. The bikes – a Honda Africa...

KTM tease semi automatic AMT adventure concept at Red Bull Erzbergrodeo enduro event

05 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

KTM have teased what appears to be a new semi-automatic large-capacity V-twin engined adventure bike at the gruelling Red Bull Erzbergrodeo, in Austria. Ridden by French enduro legend Johnny...

It's trick triple time | Triumph team up with Breitling to produce limited edition Speed Triple 1200RR

04 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Got 23 grand laying around? Triumph may have just the ticket, launching a special-edition Speed Triple 1200RR in collaboration with Swiss watchmaker Breitling. Just 270 will be produced, with...

Globetrotting adventurer Nick Sanders completes another two-wheeled around the world adventure

03 June 2024 by Nye Davis

Legendary motorcycle adventurer Nick Sanders has completed yet another round the world ride, this time trading horsepower for manpower (with a dash of electric assistance). Related: Nick Sanders...

Skills school: 'A rapid turn for the better'

03 June 2024 by MCN

PART 5: NEXT-LEVEL STEERING If you want to boost your riding pace, first you need to learn how to steer like a total pro WITH DAVE HEWSON CHIEF TRACK COACH Dave’s done a 123mph lap of the...

'Make Your Mark': A new mental health organisation looking to make a difference in the biking community

03 June 2024 by Nye Davis

A new mental health organisation has been formed in Wales with the aim of training bikers to provide support within their communities, while also offering monthly ‘chat and check in’ style meet-ups...

Meet the travelling TT marshals on hand to provide rapid emergency response at the Isle of Man TT

03 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

This year’s Isle of Man TT races are being supported by volunteer travelling marshals – a highly experienced collection of ex-Mountain Course competitors who specialise in incident management,...

BMW restore supercharged 1937 255 Kompressor race bike ahead of planned Peter Hickman TT parade lap

03 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

BMW’s classic division in Germany have built a semi-replica version of their supercharged 255 Kompressor twin racer, which began competing at the Isle of Man in late 1930s and was ridden to victory in...

Arai celebrate 40 years at the Isle of Man TT races with parade lap and special RX-7V Evo helmet

03 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Arai have been celebrating their 40th anniversary of supporting the Isle of Man TT races this year, marking the occasion with a special helmet and a parade lap in the middle of the two-week road...

Humberside Police roll out Yamaha Ténéré 700-riding bike crime taskforce

03 June 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Humberside Police have launched a new force-wide operation designed to target criminals using motorbikes to commit offences, as well as deliberately evade arrest. Operation Yokohama kicked off on...

Annual Bike Shed London Show brings 16,000 custom bike fans into the capital

31 May 2024 by Nye Davis

The London Bike Shed Moto Show attracted thousands of custom and classic fans to the nation’s capital late last month, with 16,000 attendees visiting the Tobacco Dock venue between May...

Isle of Man Steam Packet ferry company promise more space and luxury for TT goers with new Manxman boat

31 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company put a new ferry into service ahead of this year’s TT races, promising more room, better food, and more. The ‘Manxman’ is the biggest vessel ever used by Steam...

Via Moto quits Sheffield | Main dealer driven out of Steel City over Clean Air Zone concerns

31 May 2024 by Nye Davis

Motorcycle dealership Via Moto has announced it will be moving its business premises from the city centre, marking the second major motorcycle retailer after SMC to leave Sheffield this...

Celebrate Father's Day with MCN

31 May 2024 by MCN

This Father’s Day, give Dad the gift of adventure with MCN. For just £19.99, treat him (or yourself) to 12 exciting issues packed with the latest news, bike reviews, and sports analysis to enjoy every...

Over 100 motorcycles available to test ride at Adventure Bike Rider Festival 2024

31 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Organisers of the annual Adventure Bike Rider Festival have confirmed that over 100 different motorcycle models will be available to test ride at this year’s event. Returning to the grounds of...

Rutter family honoured at 2024 Isle of Man TT with new corner name and parade lap

31 May 2024 by Nye Davis

The life and racing accomplishments of the Rutter family will be celebrated at this year’s Isle of Man TT races, with a parade lap and the renaming of a corner. This year marks 30 years since the...

Buell announce planned European expansion backed by US small business grant

30 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Buell Motorcycles, famed for their heritage of rumbling V-twin muscle bikes, have announced they are planning to come back to Europe in the near future. The Michigan firm’s current range includes...

Chris Dabbs 1963-2024 | A tribute to legendary former MCN staffer

28 May 2024 by Stuart Barker

Chris Dabbs was one of the best known and most respected motorcycle journalists in the industry, having worked at MCN for almost 37 years. But it was his lion-hearted spirit and absolute refusal to...

Distinguished Gentleman's Ride raises millions as 111,000 riders turn out in style

28 May 2024 by Nye Davis

Thousands of riders around the world donned their finest threads to take part in this year’s annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR), raising more than £5.5 million for men’s mental health and...

BMW launch two-litre R20 boxer-powered roadster concept at Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este show

24 May 2024 by Nye Davis

BMW have pulled the covers off an all-new R20 concept machine at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este show on the banks of Lake Como, suggesting a new roadster could be on the way soon. BMW say...

Ducati showcase exciting new Scrambler concepts at London Bike Shed show

24 May 2024 by Nye Davis

Ducati could soon be adding fresh metal to their already extensive retro Scrambler range, with the Bologna brand unveiling two new V-twin prototypes in London. Revealed to the world at the Bike...

Dorset Police seeking assistance after 10 bikes stolen from Rotate Motorcycles dealership

24 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Rotate Motorcycles in Bournemouth are appealing to the public for information after their used bike showroom was targeted by thieves, who stole ten bikes under the cover of darkness including a number...

Norton launch custom colour program with unique White Charger rotary tribute

24 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Norton Motorcycles have launched a new ‘One of One’ custom colour program with a unique V4 SV superbike, inspired by the ‘White Charger’ RCW588 rotary ridden to victory in the 1992 Senior TT race on...

New Voge DS900X wants its share of adventure, with the BMW F900 engine and an array of off-road kit

22 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Voge Motorcycles are hoping to muscle into the crowded mid-size adventure segment with their new 900 DSX twin – and its sub-£9000 price tag is bound to get it noticed. The 895cc parallel twin motor...

Suzuki Live will celebrate 25 years of the Hayabusa and SV650 at Cadwell Park

22 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Suzuki UK will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of both the dependable SV650 twin and ballistic Hayabusa hyperbike at Cadwell Park this coming June. The special occasion will be marked during...

Had a bike nicked? Merseyside Police seek rightful owners of stolen off-roaders

22 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Police are seeking the owners of several off-road motorcycles and a quadbike, after they were seized by officers during a recent operation in Merseyside. The force recovered the stolen machines...

BSB with a view as Cadwell Park opens new hospitality centre

22 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Lincolnshire race circuit Cadwell Park have opened a new hospitality centre, aiming to give customers a more luxurious spectating experience at the top of the iconic Mountain section. Based within...

What is a mousse and are they legal? | MCN explains the ins and outs of this off-road puncture proof system

17 May 2024 by Nye Davis

Off road racers – include Dakar heroes are well known for using puncture-proof mousses in their tyres, but they’re now becoming more and more popular with everyday off-road enthusiasts. Since their...

Ducati pay tribute to three-time F1 champion Ayrton Senna with limited edition Monster

16 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Ducati are paying tribute to three time Formula One world champion Ayrton Senna with a special edition version of their Monster naked, priced at £23,500. Called the ‘Monster Senna’, it marks the...

‘I thought it was a wind-up!’ | MCN Compare competition winner bags brand new Suzuki GSX-8S

16 May 2024 by Nye Davis

One lucky MCN reader has managed to bag himself a brand-new Suzuki GSX-8S – completely free of charge, all by simply carrying out an insurance quote with MCN Compare. Related: New rider wins...

Motorcycle industry boss responds to reports of 2040 petrol motorcycle ban

16 May 2024 by Dan Sutherland

The CEO of the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) has confirmed that we could see a fresh announcement on the phase out of petrol bikes ahead of the UK Parliament summer recess in July, however...

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