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Suzuki GSX-S1000 2017: more power and more tech

24 February 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

The Suzuki GSX-S1000 has received a few changes for 2017 including more power and a slipper clutch With its powerful 1000cc motor, the GSX-S1000 has become a firm favourite in the super naked category...

Russian firm reveals hoverbike prototype

24 February 2017 by Ped Baker

If you’re bored of two wheels (and possibly bored of living) Russian firm Hoversurf have an ideal solution for you, the Scorpion-3 hoverbike. TOP STORIES Yamaha launch YBR125 replacement Honda...

First ride: KTM 1090 Adventure

24 February 2017 by Adam Child

The now deceased 1050 was KTM’s entry point for new riders into their Adventure range. The Austrian factory deliberately restricted its LC8 engine to 95bhp while the whole package was designed to be...

Shed Built: 1981 Kawasaki Z440

24 February 2017 by James Archibald

After a long period away from motorcycling, Gareth Duns wanted something to de-stress and distract him from the everyday routine so decided to build a bike. After a lengthy search for a suitable...

Don't fear the chills!

24 February 2017 by Adam Child

Finding grip It will take much longer for your tyres to come up to optimum operating temperature, so be cautious over the first few miles. Race or track day tyres simply won’t work in freezing...

Poll: So we’ve got £4000 to spend on a bike…

23 February 2017 by Ped Baker

A second hand bike will be part of the MCN long term test fleet this year and we’d like you to help us pick one out. We’ve looked at the most searched for models on Bikes for Sale in 2016 and...

Yamaha YS125 launched: YBR125 replacement

23 February 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

The YS125 has a new Euro 4 compliant engine plus a larger 14 litre fuel tank all for £2,799 The YBR125 has been a big sales success for Yamaha, shifting over 150,000 units during the last 10 years in...

Yamaha TMAX world launch incoming!

23 February 2017 by Michael Neeves

We’ll be riding Yamaha’s new £9399 TMax this weekend at its world launch in Cape Town. It’s the maxi-scooter’s first major overhaul since it was released in 2001 (and growing from 499cc to 530cc along...

Buying season hasn't quite begun, but we're Spring dreaming!

23 February 2017 by Neil Murray

I sold the Kawasaki KH100 at Kempton Park for £775, or £125 more than it cost me in late 2015. So I scratched the lingering two-stroke itch, had some fun, and made a nice little profit on it. If I’d...

The 'long-distance lunatics' have been going 10 years

23 February 2017 by MCN News

Motorcycle clubs are magnificent in both scope and specialisation – there’s something for everyone, be they into discussing 1950s Ducatis in Dorking or racing rat-bikes in Rutland. But the members of...

Hesketh unveil 2100cc supercharged behemoth

22 February 2017 by James Archibald

Supercharged Brit breaks cover Reborn British brand Hesketh launched a new bike at the Carlole Nash MCN London Show last weekend – and it’s a 2100cc monster! Named the Valiant after the cold war...

BMW launches new 2017 army

22 February 2017 by MCN News

Where: BMW dealers When: Saturday, Feb 25 Entry: Free Info: bmw-motorrad.co.uk With a whole host of new bikes out in 2017, BMW are making a day of it. Dealers up and down the land will have a...

Freddie Spencer joins the Race Retro this weekend

22 February 2017 by MCN News

Where: Stoneleigh Park, Coventry When: February 24-26 Entry: Adult £20, child £5 Info: raceretro.com Race Retro is a celebration of all aspects of classic motorsport. There’s a huge range of...

CCM launch 2017 Spitfire

22 February 2017 by James Archibald

CCM have launched their new Spitfire motorcycle at the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle show after a period of strong growth in 2016. This hand-built bike will be competitively priced at £7995 –...

Honda’s new V4 superbike is taking shape for 2019 unveiling

22 February 2017 by Ben Purvis

While the new Fireblade is grabbing the headlines right now, Honda’s engineers are already moving on with a secret V4 superbike that’s expected to be unleashed in 2019. Scheduled to coincide with...

WWII-styled sidecar gets a new lease of life

22 February 2017 by MCN News

In China it was still possible to buy a brand new sidevalve-engined bike designed in the 1930s, in the form of the ChangJiang CJ750 M1 – based on the WW2-era Russian IMZ M-72, itself a copy of the...

In this week's issue: Ducati SuperSport is the real deal

22 February 2017 by MCN News

In this week’s issue, we have the world first ride of the new Ducati SuperSport and KTM’s new 1290 and 1090 Adventure models. We also bring you all the news and gossip from the Phillip Island MotoGP...

Suzuki announce prices for new V-Strom models

21 February 2017 by James Archibald

New V-Strom is yours from £7399 Suzuki have announced the prices of the new 650 and 1000 V-Strom models ahead of their arrival in dealers late next month. The standard V-Strom 650 is yours for £7399...

Indian Ride Command system tested

21 February 2017 by Phil West

Indian’s Ride Command infotainment system is now standard equipment on the range-topping Chieftain and Roadmaster models, and is pretty big news. Ride Command is a touchscreen info and entertainment...

Gear up for the MCN Festival of Motorcycling 2017

21 February 2017 by MCN News

The dust has barely settled at London’s ExCel after a record-breaking weekend, but we’re already excited about the MCN Festival of Motorcycling, taking place May 13-14 at Peterborough Arena. This...

Poll: How many miles will you ride this year?

21 February 2017 by MCN News

How many miles will you ride this year?

Video: Ducati SuperSport first ride

20 February 2017 by Michael Neeves and Liam Marsden

Update, February 14, 5:30pm After a three hour 80km road ride in wet conditions on the standard SuperSport model Neevesy reckons the bike leans much more to the sporty side of the spectrum: “I was...

Ducati and Honda Backing for Hailwood Parade

20 February 2017 by Mike Nicks

The Sports Motorcycles Ducati 900SS, a Honda 297cc six, and the 750cc BSA Rocket III that Mike Hailwood rode in the 1972 Daytona 200 will be the stars of a spectacular tribute to Hailwood at Castle...

2017 Classic Bike of the Year winner announced #MCNShow

19 February 2017 by MCN News

In association with Coys and Godin, this year’s Classic Bike of the Year 2017, saw an array of some highly impressive machines. But there can only be one winner. This year saw Les Phelps crowned...

2017 Custom bike competition winners announced #MCNShow

19 February 2017 by Ped Baker

An exquisite, titanium framed V11 Moto Guzzi took top honours in the MCN London Custom Building Championship at the weekend (Feb 17-19) despite some impressive competition from the cream of custom...

Classic or modern? Which #MCNShow used bike would you pick?

19 February 2017 by MCN News

We’ve had a wide variety of used bikes at the 2017 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show. Some with high price tags, others with a wealth of history but all with an interesting story to tell, whether...

Round-up: 2017 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show

19 February 2017 by MCN News

The 2017 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show opened its doors to visitors on Friday with punters arriving in a flurry to see the latest bikes, buy gear and watch the Australian and British ‘Slide’...

Video: Ducati GP bikes started up at Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show

19 February 2017 by Oli Rushby

If you’ve ever been stood next to a Grand Prix bike when it’s fired up you’ll know how the ground shakes along with most of your internal organs as the machine roads into life. If you haven’t, take a...

10 top motorcycle t-shirts

19 February 2017 by MCN News

Looking great doesn’t have to involve expensive fashion labels; here are our 10 of our top t-shirts available from the MCN t-shirt shop. Which design is your favourite? Exhaust identification,...

Team Classic Suzuki riders announced at 2017 MCN Show

18 February 2017 by Liam Marsden

Team Classic Suzuki have announced their rider lineup for the 2017 Endurance Legends 4-hour race, with MCN Senior Road Tester Michael Neeves racing alongside racing legends Steve Parrish and James...

Raise brake expectations

18 February 2017 by MCN News

Get to know your brakes It is possible to ride many miles without the need for hard braking. In fact, if you are frequently using heavy braking in your everyday riding then it is a sign that your...

Testing times for 2017 KTM adventure weapons

17 February 2017 by Adam Child

MCN’s Senior Road Tester Adam Child has packed his bags and is heading to Corsica to ride KTM’s powerful 1290 Super Adventure S and the new 1090 Adventure. The powerful Super Adventure first appeared...

Bespoke motorcycle specials in custom comp

17 February 2017 by MCN News

Check out the best bespoke motorcycle specials in Europe at the 2017 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle show. Now in it’s fourth year, the London Custom Bike Building Championships arrives in the...

MCN Show: Suzuki Sheene and retro bikes

17 February 2017 by MCN News

Along with some retro Suzuki bikes, the 2017 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show there will be a rare collection of memorabilia from British motorcycling hero Barry Sheene, including race leathers,...

Don't miss the COYS auction at 2017 MCN London Show

17 February 2017 by MCN News

From race bikes to basket cases, a smorgasbord of exotic road and race bikes goes up for sale on February 18 as prestigious auctioneers Coys of Kensington start the bidding at this year’s Carole Nash...

Top retro bikes at 2017 MCN Motorcycle Show

17 February 2017 by MCN News

The retro scene just keeps on getting bigger and bigger, with most manufacturers now offering several of their own factory retro bikes. There are yet more retro bikes coming your way for 2017, and...

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