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New cell mate for Al Capone

19 October 2010 by Derek Wilton

Del Wilton from Cornwall has plenty of time to read MCN while planning his escape from Alcatraz! The easiest way off the rock turned out to be getting on the passenger ferry, unlike some notorious...

BMW R1200GS Triple Black special edition

18 October 2010 by Andy Downes

This is the new 2011 BMW R1200GS Triple Black; a limited edition bike that will be officially released in a couple of weeks at the Milan bike show. There are no mechanical changes to the bike but it...

Lucky escape for MCN road tester!

18 October 2010 by MCN

Senior MCN road tester Adam ‘Chad’ Child had a lucky escape from a dramatic crash at Cadwell Park’s Gooseneck on Saturday, racing in the Auto 66 championship. Adam was running fourth in the race but...

Bikes on TV: October 20-26

18 October 2010 by Alison Silcox

KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT – Discovery Real Time SHED – Discovery Shed DSC – Discovery Channel DHD – Discovery Channel HD EXS – Extreme Sports Channel EUR1 (2, HD) – Eurosport 1 (2, HD) MOT – Motors...

New Axo Globe motorcycle jacket

18 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

Axo has just launched this new Globe jacket, designed for short journeys in all weathers. There is armour at the shoulders, elbows and back, a removable quilted lining and a ‘Watertech’ membrane. The...

New 'Black Series' Two Brothers exhausts

18 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

Two Brothers’ new Black Series exhausts are said to be “dyno-tuned and track-tested”. They feature black Teflon-coated cast magnesium end caps, billet aluminium inlets and outlets and reinforcement...

20% off GPR exhausts

18 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

To celebrate the launch of their new website GPR exhausts are offering 20% off all their exhausts and free UK delivery for a limited period only. Managing Director Arthur Macdonald says, “the new site...

Unofficial Ferrari trike powered by Hayabusa engine

18 October 2010 by Dan Aspel

This Ferrari F1-themed trike was originally a Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa. The mechanics are largely unchanged, the work being focussed on the red, decal-laquered frame and rear wheels, turning the...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Triumph Speed Triple video

15 October 2010 by MCN

The new 2011 Speed Triple was launched at Cologne. The model features all new headlights as well as a wealth of new parts, but it’s the headlights that have got everyone talking. Have Triumph made a...

Best of bikemart: Modern classics up for grabs this week

15 October 2010 by MCN

We’ve been browsing MCN bikes for sale every day to bring you some of our top picks from over 10,000 motorcycles for sale. Read more modern classics news and features Here’s just a few of the...

Honda VT750 Black Spirit on X-Factor

15 October 2010 by Andy Downes

X-Factor hopeful Storm Lee will be using a Honda VT750 Black Spirit cruiser as a prop while he performs on the highest rated television show on Saturday night. X-Factor regularly attracts 12 million...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Ducati 1198SP

15 October 2010 by MCN

Ducati launched the new 1198SP at the Cologne Bike Show. The bike features a whole host of trick parts and is the first production Ducati to feature a quickshifter.

Motorcycle film festival to celebrate adventure riders

15 October 2010 by Dan Aspel

A UK-based film festival will show footage of the greatest motorcycle journeys ever attempted, organisers have announced. The Adventure Travel Film Festival aims to show “films that truly capture the...

Italjet junior motocross bikes return

15 October 2010 by Dan Aspel

Italjet’s iconic junior motocross bikes will return to the UK marketplace after a recent takeover deal. Apache Quads will be distributing the Italian brand through their dealer network. Three models...

2011 textile jackets from Spyke

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

Italian firm Spyke is unleashing a massive range of kit in 2011. Here we’ve chosen to share a few of the firm’s new textile jackets, with their specs. Prices are as yet unknown. More info:...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 BMW K1600GT video

14 October 2010 by MCN

BMW launched their new KT1600GT at the Cologne Show. It is built around an amazing inline six engine capable of an estimated 170bhp. The bike also features a wealth of amazing gadgets and some very...

2011 leather jackets from Spyke

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

Italian firm Spyke is unleashing a massive range of kit in 2011. Here we’ve chosen to share a few of the firm’s new leather jackets, with their specs. Prices are as yet unknown. More info:...

Cologne Bike Show: 2011 Suzuki GSX-R600, GSX-R750 and GSR750

14 October 2010 by MCN

Suzuki have launched the 2011 GSX-R600, GSX-R750 and the all new GSR750 at the Cologne Bike Show. The GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 have been on a weight-loss program and the GSR750 is an entirely new bike.

Me and Leon Haslam

14 October 2010 by Debs Price

Here’s me and Leon Haslam at an open day at Thunderoad Motorcycles, Bridgend. Any tips for riding my GSX-R, Leon?

New Honda VFR adventure bike breaks cover

14 October 2010 by Andy Downes

This is an official sketch of a new Honda VFR adventure style bike that will be seen in full production form in just two weeks – but it’s not a 1200cc as many think it is. The sketch has been released...

2011 leather race suits from Spyke

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

Italian firm Spyke is unleashing a massive range of kit in 2011. Here we’ve chosen to share a few of the firm’s new race suits, with their specs. Save cash on motorcycle suits Prices are as yet...

New X-Lite adventure helmet

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

The new-for-2011 X-Llite X-551 is a composite-fibre helmet designed for enduro, supermoto and adventure bike riders. Save cash on motorcycle helmets There’s venting at the brow and chin, plus...

New Duchinni adventure suit

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

This new ‘Sahara’ jacket and trousers is new from Duchinni. Save £££s on motorcycle clothing Made from claimed waterproof and breathable textile, and featuring CE-approved armour throughout,...

New ‘Nutcase’ helmets

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

These new ‘Moto’ lids from helmet firm Nutcase were shown at Cologne this week. They meet the legal requirements for road legality and will be available from spring next year in 13 different...

Kawasaki ER-6 hugger from Pyramid

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

This new carbon-look hugger from Pyramid Plastics is designed for the 2009-on Kawasaki ER-6. It’s claimed to be strong, durable and light, and will cost you £89.95. Save cash on motorcycle...

New Yamaha R1 exhausts from Harris

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

Harris Performance have new stainless steel/titanium slip-ons for the 09/10 Yamaha R1. They have removable baffles and a carbon heat shield for the left hand pipe. Save £££s on motorcycle...

New Uvex visor changes tint automatically!

14 October 2010 by Marc Abbott

The visor on this Uvex GT500 helmet might look like any other, but – as unveiled at this week’s Cologne bike show – it’s actually a very clever, battery operated visor that changes from clear to...

2011 Triumph Speed Triple first road ride: 'it's an absolute joy'

14 October 2010 by MCN

Triumph’s new 2011 Speed Triple 1050 is a ‘demon road tool’ according to MCN’s Trevor Franklin is currently riding the motorcycle in Spain. Firing back his first thoughts after a brief road ride this...

Destination Dealer: Vines

14 October 2010 by MCN

ADVERTISING PROMOTION “Friendly”, “experienced”, “highly trained”, “customer-focused” and “passionate”. These are just a few words, which describe the staff you will find at Vines Motorrad in...

Wedding cake topper!

14 October 2010 by Katyb1000

Kate and Ryan Rankin on their wedding day, 29 May 2010. The cake topper says it all and is a copy of Kate’s Suzuki GSX-R1000. Couldn’t have a green Kawasaki on top of a wedding cake now!

Heading home to Ireland

13 October 2010 by gsxr1971

On the ferry after riding back from Oulton Park bsb. In the photo is Patrick and Mick, too shy for the photo were Phil Moriarty and John (Burnt Paws) Cashman.

20% of motorists tweet behind the wheel

13 October 2010 by Dan Aspel

One in five drivers text, tweet and check Facebook while driving, an RAC survey has claimed. A further 39 per cent of drivers admitted being distracted by calls, texts and social media website alerts...

2011 Triumph Speed Triple first ride: 'beautifully tractable'

13 October 2010 by MCN

MCN’s Chief Road Tester, Trevor Franklin has just had his first ride of Triumph’s new 2011 Speed Triple at it’s world launch at Ascari in Southern Spain, here’s what he has to say: “Triumph states its...

2011 Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 first ride: 'the start of a new era'

13 October 2010 by MCN

MCN Senior Road Tester Michael Neeves is in Italy riding Aprilia’s new Dorsoduro 1200. This is what he has to say so far: “This isn’t just any big supermoto, it marks the start of a new era for the...

Rizla Suzuki Kettle 2011 race team

13 October 2010 by Richard

The Kettle Club will have its usual high standard of bikes on display at the Classic Bike show this weekend at Stafford. Launching its 2011 Calendar it will have two stunning Kettles that have just...

2011 Triumph Speed Triple: countdown to first ride

12 October 2010 by MCN

Triumph’s all-new 2011 Speed Triple will be ridden for the first time by MCN tomorrow (Wednesday) and Chief Road Tester Trevor Franklin has just arrived at the Ascari circuit in southern Spain. He...

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