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XT500 submarine

Here’s a video of the Yamaha XT500 going under water.

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - the grand finale

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - the grand finale

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 9 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham.         Check back soon for more news & video from the show.

Why aren't there more lady bikers?

Why aren't there more lady bikers?

Following the piece in last week’s MCN I felt I should add my thoughts on why other ladies don’t indulge in biking. reaking into any male oriented activity can be intimidating for some women. The...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - dirt day

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - dirt day

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 8 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham.          Check back soon for more news & video from the show.

Two years of happy biking

Two years of happy biking

My first CBT 2 years ago – that was an exciting day. Cold, Damp, but full of enthusiasim. I got through it fine then 4pm came and I got my certificate and was told, “Ok mate you’re on your own.” The...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - day 7

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - day 7

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 7 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham.        Check back soon for more news & video from the show.

Fantastic Christmas offers on subscriptions to MCN, Bike, RiDE, PB and Classic Bike

Fantastic Christmas offers on subscriptions to MCN, Bike, RiDE, PB and Classic Bike

If you’re struggling to figure out what you’re going to give your friends and loved ones for Christmas this year, then this just might be the answer… Click here for great subscription offers A...

MCN Xmas gift idea: The Ogri collection

MCN Xmas gift idea: The Ogri collection

The MCN Shop is packed full of motorcycle gift ideas and stocking fillers at prices to suit any budget.  If you’re looking for a Christmas gift idea for bike-mad friends or family, then this Ogri...

Skidmarx race kit for Honda Fireblade

Skidmarx race kit for Honda Fireblade

Now Skidmarx offer not only screens, but also a full set of race bodywork for Fireblade’s from 2008-2010.  Save £££ on motorcycle bodywork in the MCN Shop The fairing and single seat unit are...

Video: Australia, coast-to-coast

Video: Australia, coast-to-coast

Watch these two guys attempt a coast-to-coast crossing of Australia in a new DVD available at www.motorbikin.com.au. Using DR650s in their unsupported, 92-hour trek, Phil and Bill make for...

Video: See and hear the Horex VR6 run

Video: See and hear the Horex VR6 run

Horex has released this video of it’s innovative new VR6 motorcycle engine running on an engine dyno in Munich. This short video is the first time the prototype machine has been seen running. It’s...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - the main event

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 6 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham.      Video highlights from day 1 Video highlights from day 2 Video highlights from day 3 Video highlights from day 4 Video highlights from day 5 Check back soon for more news & video from the show.

Bid to have killer driver jailed

Bid to have killer driver jailed

A granddad’s grieving family and friends are demanding a review of the non-custodial sentence handed to the motorist convicted of killing him by dangerous driving. Outraged loved-ones have written to...

Crosby Moriwaki on sale next week

Crosby Moriwaki on sale next week

1980s racing legend Graeme Crosby’s iconic Moriwaki superbike is expected fetch £50,000+ when it goes on sale at auction next Wednesday. The Kawasaki Z1-powered machine is the very one on which New...

Me And Charley Boorman

Me And Charley Boorman

Went to Motorcycle Live at the NEC on Saturday and met Charley Boorman. Had a great day with much thanks to Charley.

New X-ring chains from DC

New X-ring chains from DC

DC claims their chains last longer, give smoother gear shifting and require less maintenance than your current chain. Save cash on motorcycle chains in the MCN Shop The firm’s QX rings are designed...

2010 Motocross of Nations on DVD

2010 Motocross of Nations on DVD

Re-live all the action from the 2010 Red Bull Motocross of Nations as 30 teams from around the world battle for the title. This official review DVD boasts a star-studded line-up, with the MX1, MX2 and...

Video: Kawasaki W800 - retro commuter

Video: Kawasaki W800 - retro commuter

Kawasaki have created this video to promote their new W800 – it seems to suggest that they’re pitching the bike at trendy London types who want a retro-cool commuter for the city.  With an...

Riders for Health honoured in the mainstream press

Riders for Health honoured in the mainstream press

Sky News and the Independent newspaper are showing the general public how Riders for Health use motorcycles in Lesotho to reach remote villages in the fight against HIV/AIDS. You can watch the...

MCN Xmas gift idea: Bultaco retro t-shirt

MCN Xmas gift idea: Bultaco retro t-shirt

The MCN Shop is packed full of motorcycle gift ideas and stocking fillers at prices to suit any budget. If you’re looking for a Christmas gift idea for bike-mad friends or family, then this Bultaco...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - let us entertain you

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - let us entertain you

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 5 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham.   Video highlights from day 1 Video highlights from day 2 Video highlights from day...

Me and Jorge!

Me and Jorge!

Guess who I met at Motorcycle Live! I travelled all the way from Glasgow and it was worth it!

The Cat visits HOC

The Cat visits HOC

Danny John-Jules (The Cat from Red Dwarf) visited the Honda Owners Club stand at Motorcycle Live. Cracking fella!

Kawasaki Z1000SX a hit with sportsbike refugees

Kawasaki Z1000SX a hit with sportsbike refugees

The Kawasaki Z1000SX – a sports touring version of the Z1000 – proved very popular in our snap poll of Motorcycle Live show-goers. Read the Kawasaki Z1000SX review Les Baines, 56, Hayfield,...

Deus Ex Machina 'much much go'

Deus Ex Machina 'much much go'

Cucumber cool custom builders Deus Ex Machina held their inaugural Bike Build off at the weekend in Campertown, Australia. Deus are famed for their lithe, bobber style machines that typically take on...

Just popping out to get MCN

Just popping out to get MCN

Just been out to get this week’s MCN. The car was snowed in so I took the BSA Tracker instead – great fun.

New Sidi adventure boot

New Sidi adventure boot

Sidi’s new Adventure Gore boots are made from leather with a Gore-Tex membrane. Get the best price on Sidi boots in the MCN Shop They’re claimed to be water-repellent and breathable. There’s a...

New armoured Weise Parka

New armoured Weise Parka

Scooterists rejoice – the new Weise Parka has a retro look with the added benefit of modern materials and armoured protection. Save money on bike jackets in the MCN Shop It’s claimed to be...

Honda extends Fireblade, CB1000R & CBR600RR finance offers

Honda extends Fireblade, CB1000R & CBR600RR finance offers

Honda has extended until the end of December a series of low and 0% finance offers on a selection of bikes in the range including the CBR1000RR Fireblade, CB1000R and CBR600RR. Find a Honda for...

MCN Xmas gift idea: Knox SixPack rucksack

MCN Xmas gift idea: Knox SixPack rucksack

The MCN Shop is packed full of motorcycle gift ideas and stocking fillers at prices to suit any budget. If you’re looking for a Christmas gift idea for bike-mad friends or family, then this Knox...

Video: 2011 Triumph Speed Triple v KTM SuperDuke v Kawasaki Z1000

Video: 2011 Triumph Speed Triple v KTM SuperDuke v Kawasaki Z1000

Watch the revamped 2011 Triumph Speed Triple take on its closest rivals – the Kawasaki Z1000 and KTM SuperDuke – in the super naked class.        Find a Triumph Speed Triple for sale Will more...

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - the craft of customisation

Video: Carole Nash Motorcycle Live - the craft of customisation

Watch the video below for the highlights from day 4 of Carole Nash Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham.   Video highlights from day 1 Video highlights from day 2 Video highlights from day...

So what bike is X-Factor's Wagner riding?

So what bike is X-Factor's Wagner riding?

X-Factor curiosity Wagner was spotted brandishing a copy of MCN at the weekend, shortly before getting booted off the programme for sonic cruelty. So, what bike do you think the Brazilian ex-lion...

Used bikes of the week - Nov 30

Used bikes of the week - Nov 30

Every week we have over 10,000 bikes for sale online and in the paper. Look carefully and you can find gems at amazing prices.                 Browse bikes for sale Here’s my picks of the week to...

Britain's Got Biking Talent winner announced

Britain's Got Biking Talent winner announced

The winners of the Britain’s Got Biking Talent with Carole Nash competition were announced on the first day of Motorcycle Live… This Yoshimura replica Suzuki GSX-R1000 owned by Stephen Stone scooped...

Destination dealer: Drayton Croft Motorcycles

Destination dealer: Drayton Croft Motorcycles

ADVERTISING PROMOTION Drayton Croft Motorcycles is celebrating taking on a franchise for exotic Italian motorcycle marque MV Agusta with prices starting at £8758. The dealership also has MV...