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Indian recall Chief for rear brake issues

11 November 2015 by Richard Newland

Indian Motorcycle have issued a recall to address a fault with the rear brake master cylinder piston assembly on selected bikes in the Chief family of models. The fault could lead to complete rear...

The Buyer: ‘There’s no rebellion in a factory custom’

11 November 2015 by MCN

Neil Murray makes a living buying & selling pre-loved metal – and he’s on your side et’s cruise. Yeah, I know: there’s something faintly embarrassing about Japanese factory customs, or ‘cruisers’ as...

New BMW G310R roadster revealed

11 November 2015 by Andy Downes

BMW are pinning a huge amount on the success of this small-capacity roadster – their all-new G310R. The bike has been completely designed and engineered by BMW in Munich, Germany just like every...

Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory v Ducati Monster 1200 R

11 November 2015 by Michael Neeves

Ducati have now dropped the Streetfighter S from their range, leaving the new Monster 1200 R as the firm’s naughtiest naked. But does it have enough fire to excite? We pitch it against Aprilia’s Tuono...

New MCN November 11: Rossi: I feel cheated

10 November 2015 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s edition of MCN, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from November11: Rossi: ‘I feel cheated’ 20-page MotoGP Special Danny Kent: champion at last! New Triumph Speed Triple...

Yamaha reveal Roland Sands MT-09 Faster Wasp

09 November 2015 by Richard Newland

Yamaha are expected to reveal a new model based on their phenomenally popular MT-09 at next week’s Milan show, and all the indications are that this Roland Sands special is part of the story. The firm...

Picture story: Inside the heart of an RD500

09 November 2015 by MCN

How to pack four cylinders into a small space – these are two views of the 88bhp, 50° V4 two-stroke motor Yamaha introduced in the RD500 in 1984. Inspired by the YZR500 factory racer ridden by Kenny...

7 bikes that are costly to keep going

09 November 2015 by MCN

These bikes will turn a small fortune into an even smaller one. Ducati 900SS (1990-1995) Yes, yes, a Ducati 900SS is (for many) the quintessential Ducati. Simple, light and while not wildly powerful,...

Metzeler announce new Roadtec 01

09 November 2015 by Liam Marsden

Metzeler have launched a new high-mileage sport touring tyre called the Roadtec 01 to replace the Roadtec Z8 Interact. Although the 01 replaces the Z8, it has been developed from a completely new set...

Tell us about your bike!

09 November 2015 by MCN News

Have you bought one of these best-selling bikes of 2015? If so, we’d love to hear from you and why you reckon your bike has topped the sales chart. We want to know what you have to say about the below...

Landmark launch: Yamaha YZF R1

08 November 2015 by Bike magazine

In January 1998 Bike magazine’s rode tester Olly Duke rode the original R1 at the bikes launch in Cartagena. It’s fair to say he liked it. He liked it a lot. ESSS! Yes, yess, yeeesss! Omigod,...

Padgetts on how to win a TT: 'Get up early. And go to bed late'

07 November 2015 by MCN

You want to win as many TT races as the Padgetts? Mike Nicks takes a lap with Mountain circuit guru Clive to find the team’s formula for success he alarm goes at 5.30am in my Snoozebox portable hotel...

Montesa 4RIDE revealed

06 November 2015 by Liam Marsden

Montesa has revealed an all-new model called the 4RIDE, which bridges the gap between trials and enduro bikes, much like the KTM Freeride. The new model is powered by the same 259cc single cylinder...

The Best In Breed: Ducati Superbike Special

06 November 2015 by MCN

MCN looks back at the Panigale family tree to uncover how Ducati has turned its once wayward V-twin into the superbike to beat. he 1299 Panigale S is a bike that defies logic, not to mention physics.

Classic TT Rotaries: Dunlop rides a TT Norton

05 November 2015 by MCN

23 years after Hislop’s TT win, the Island will once more echo to the wail of a Norton rotary, with William Dunlop in the hot seat. And MCN was there for his first ride. he slight figure of a racer...

Posing power: Just design statements or rewarding rides?

05 November 2015 by Adam Child

Harley, Ducati and Guzzi’s entry-level machines battle to capture the attention of the capital’s most fashion-conscious critics hese bikes provide an entry into three of the coolest brands in biking.

Smarter, sharper CBR500R revealed

05 November 2015 by Richard Newland

Honda used the Tokyo Motor Show to confirm and release exciting 2016 models, ahead of Europe’s biggest motorcycle show, EICMA, in two weeks’ time. Leading the long list of confirmed 2016 models were...

Laverda’s Street Sleepers

04 November 2015 by Classic Bike

Laverda’s ’70s twins are overshadowed by a certain triple wearing the same badge. But the 500 Alpino and SF750 have their own charm and appeal. ention ‘Laverda’ to any biker of a certain age, and I’d...

New theft threat

04 November 2015 by Richard Newland

Police in the UK, and particularly in London, have noticed a worrying new high-tech trend emerging in the way bike thieves track down their targets, according to bike crime expert Ken German. While...

The Buyer: ‘£6k for an ’01 Gold Wing? It’s a bargain’

04 November 2015 by MCN

Neil Murray makes a living buying & selling pre-loved metal – and he’s on your side ne thing I couldn’t help noticing while perusing the new bike registration figures was the sharp decline in sales of...

Generation Next

04 November 2015 by Michael Guy

Electric trials bikes are the TY80s of the digital age – but how easy is it to get your kids on two wheels? aving spent most of my adult life juggling work and family commitments in order to make more...

Suzuki confirm turbo bike

04 November 2015 by Richard Newland

Amongst Suzuki’s handful of concepts and 2016 models at the Tokyo Motor Show (no, there was no GSX-R1000 unveiled – give it another two weeks), was a turbocharged motor devoid of a motorcycle. The sum...

Lording it up on a new Hesketh

03 November 2015 by MCN

Spring, 1981 New V-twin Hesketh V1000 launch n the late 1970s, when the British bike industry was on its deathbed, a high-living, petrol-head aristocrat strode onto the scene like a knight in shining...

MCNLive! 2016 will have more fantastic acts and bands than ever before

03 November 2015 by MCN News

Next year’s MCNLive! event at Butlins Skegness looks set to be the biggest and best party of the year as we’re booking more bands than ever. On April 15-18 we’ll be raising the roof with a smorgasbord...

FMX returns to Motorcycle Live - Win tickets

03 November 2015 by MCN News

Freestyle motocross will make a return to Motorcycle Live at The NEC, Birmingham this November with the all-new FMX Live presented by Arenacross. The show will feature some of the world’s leading...

New MCN November 4: Rossi Ready For War

03 November 2015 by Simon Patterson

In this week’s edition of MCN, available in newsagents, on iPad and Android from November 4: Rossi Ready For War In Valencia 12-page MotoGP Preview Special First Test: Yamaha XSR700 Future Classics...

12 essentials your garage must have

03 November 2015 by Tony Hoare

Avoid frustration, foul language, strained eyes and bleeding hands by getting these indispensable items 1. Torque wrench There’s a torque setting for nearly every fastener on your bike. In...

Yamaha tease MT-09 flat-tracker

02 November 2015 by MCN News

Yamaha have released a new teaser film that introduces a Roland Sands built MT-09 flat-tracker, complete with yellow speed-block paintjob, tyre-shredding rolling burnouts, plenty of aggression, and...

Ducati unveil lightweight e-Scrambler

02 November 2015 by MCN News

Okay, so it might be more mountain bike than motorbike, but this funky ‘Fat’ e-bike, built under licence by Italwin, is still a Ducati – of sorts. The latest in a long line of Italwin Ducati e-bikes,...

7 great love/hate bikes designed by Pierre Terblanche

02 November 2015 by MCN

He’s the controversial designer who replaced 916 genius Massimo Tamburini. Talk about a hard act to follow… 1993 Ducati Supermono South African Pierre Terblanche’s motorcycle design career began...

Picture story: Meet a real Jack Sparrow

01 November 2015 by Classic Bike magazine

It’s 1954 and Shrewsbury bike shop manager JJI Sparrow is returning from the Isle of Man where he’s just finished 16th in the Lightweight (250) TT. In the rain-affected race he averaged 66.83mph. The...

Foggy reunited with his first bike

31 October 2015 by Richard Newland

Carl Fogarty’s first bike, given to him on his 10th birthday in 1975, was presented to him again today – a full 40 years later – having been completely restored by the National Motorcycle Museum. A...

Tyre tech talk: Sticky when wet

31 October 2015 by RiDE magazine

Rain is a constant threat in the real world. Not a problem if you’ve chosen the right rubber. Michelin experts Tony Charlton and Daley Mathison reveal all… he stickiest sportsbike tyres in every...

MCN Sport Classic race team: It all started so well

31 October 2015 by MCN

When you race 44 year-old motorbikes, you accept that disaster will be gnawing at your ankle. You just hope it doesn’t try and eat your entire leg here’s an old saying: don’t try and teach a pig to...

Have a blast at MCN Live!

31 October 2015 by MCN News

Sign up for next year’s MCN Live! event at Butlins and you could find yourself riding a stunning classic, motocross or adventure bike – and all at no extra charge. We’ve teamed up with the National...

WK release Café Racer 125

30 October 2015 by James Archibald

As part of their plan to diversify and expand their range, WK Bikes have released a new retro-themed 125, aptly named the Café Racer 125. Powered by a simple 124cc motor that produces 7.9kw @...

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