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Italian firms set to surprise at Verona Bike Expo

08 January 2010 by Guy Procter

Italian firms set to surprise at Verona Bike Expo

Italian firms Bimota and Vyrus look set to drop some off-radar new-bike bombs at the Verona Bike Expo next week (15-17 January), making it a top visit if you’re anywhere nearby. The Rimini-based firms...

Learn to ride a vintage motorcycle

08 January 2010 by Andy Downes

Learn to ride a vintage motorcycle

The Vintage Motorcycle Club (VMCC) has released 2010 dates for three training days where you’ll be able to get-to-grips with 1920s and 30s motorcycles. The Vintage Motorcycle Training Days will all be...

Buell 1125CR is biggest selling 1000cc+ motorcycle in December

08 January 2010 by Chris Newbigging

Buell 1125CR is biggest selling 1000cc+ motorcycle in December

Defunct American motorcycle manufacturer Buell’s attempts to sell remaining stock is working – the 1125CR was the UK’s biggest selling 1000cc plus machine in November! Admittedly that accolade was...

Krazy Horse brings Samurai Choppers to the UK

08 January 2010 by Ped Baker

Krazy Horse brings Samurai Choppers to the UK

Bury St Edmunds based custom shop Krazy Horse has been chosen by exclusive Japanese chopper builder Zero Engineering to set up a new European dealer network and distribute it’s range of Samurai...

Price increase chart: read it and weep

08 January 2010 by John Westlake

Price increase chart: read it and weep

This chart shows a selection of 2010 price rises, ranging from the 25% hike to the Yamaha V-Max and R1 to the 4% increase to the Suzuki GSX-R600. Motorcycles for sale Japanese manufacturers claim...

World's top 100 bikes revealed!

08 January 2010 by MCN

World's top 100 bikes revealed!

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together the definitive...

New BMW riding jeans

08 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

New BMW riding jeans

BMW’s new City 2 and City 2 Denim trousers are casual bike trousers with removable protectors. They both consist of a mixture of cotton and Cordura. Both come with adjustable protectors on the knees...

New BMW kit for GS lovers

08 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

New BMW kit for GS lovers

BMW’s new Rallye range has just been launched. Here’s what it contains…  Rallye 3 suit: Successor to the Rallye 2. Claimed 100% wind and waterproof membrane and ‘Comfort-Mapping’, claimed to ensure...

BMW launches race kit in the UK

08 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

BMW launches race kit in the UK

First seen at the Milan show last November, BMW’s new Double R sports collection is now available in the UK. This collection comprises a suit, helmet, boots and gloves, all of which are designed for...

Valentino Rossi snowbound

08 January 2010 by Andy Downes

Valentino Rossi snowbound

This massive Valentino Rossi snow sculpture won a recent competition for snow artists in the Italian town of Selva di Val Gardena. The theme for 2009 was International Sports Personalities and this...

First Vyrus 987 bought by heir to Prada millions

08 January 2010 by Guy Procter

First Vyrus 987 bought by heir to Prada millions

Hub-centre-steered superbike builder Vyrus has delivered the first of its brand new 987s to the heir to the Prada fashion empire.      Lorenzo Bertelli, 20, son of Prada boss Miuccia Prada, was...

Yamaha FZ8 on sale in Summer 2010

08 January 2010 by Andy Downes

Yamaha FZ8 on sale in Summer 2010

The much-anticipated Yamaha FZ8 and Yamaha Super Tenere will be going on sale this summer according to Yamaha insiders. Yamaha is working hard to promote both bikes with heavily-disguised images...

Euro K Club members bikes

08 January 2010 by boxertwin

Here’s a selection of bikes & members from the Euro K Club, seeing as the snow is stopping most of us are getting out on our bikes a lot more at the moment!

Box lid is perfect for the world cup

08 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

Box lid is perfect for the world cup

Box’s BZ-1 helmet comes in an eye-catching England footie squad colourscheme, ideal for getting a bit of World Cup frenzie going. Save £££s on motorcycle helmets It features nine vents, a quick...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 10 to 1

08 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 10 to 1

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

New heated insoles for toasty winter feet

08 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

New heated insoles for toasty winter feet

Heated clothing manufacturer Keis has launched its new heated insoles ­- perfect for keeping some feeling in your feet at this time of year. Save cash on motorcycle products They’re built from...

New Ducchini Bluetooth helmet

08 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

New Ducchini Bluetooth helmet

Ducchini’s new D619 helmet is a flip-down lid that features an integrated sun shield, and a removable, washable liner. Save cash on motorcycle helmets The fully vented lid has an effective range of...

Australia Blog: Day 1 - Neevesy arrives in Oz

08 January 2010 by Michael Neeves

Australia Blog: Day 1 - Neevesy arrives in Oz

Sorry to rub it in, but I’ve escaped the icy clutches of British winter. After 22 hours in the air, I’ve just landed in Australia (Sydney to be exact) and I’m planning a week of sunny biking excess.  ...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 20 to 11

08 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 20 to 11

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

Lebanon gets new firefighting scooter

08 January 2010 by Andy Downes

Lebanon gets new firefighting scooter

The narrow alleyways of ancient Lebanon in the Middle East have created a need for a new scooter-based firefighting vehicle. The scooter will be used in Sidon and has hoses, ladders, stretchers and...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 30 to 21

08 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 30 to 21

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 40 to 31

08 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 40 to 31

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

Send us your snow stories!

08 January 2010 by Chris Newbigging

Send us your snow stories!

MCN readers have been sharing their stories of biking in the snow – from being trapped at home to towing friends on snowboards. Nick Bennett’s Suzuki DR-Z400 is the perfect bike to enjoy winter...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 50 to 41

08 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 50 to 41

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

The Jewels of the Honda Collection Hall

08 January 2010 by Andy Downes

The Jewels of the Honda Collection Hall

MCN has recently been lucky enough to get a look inside the Honda Collection Hall at Motegi in Japan. The Collection Hall is the main museum for Honda in the world and holds some of the most important...

New Kawasaki Z1000 price is a bit high!

08 January 2010 by screemin187

Kawasaki removed pricing from their website on Wednesday, so we at the Z1000 owners Club watched carefully to see if this was a sign of the 2010 pricing being announced. It was, and yesterday the 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 was given a UK price tag of £8499 OTR! It’s a lot of money and £500 – £1000 more than members hoped it would be. Almost all interested parties have changed their mind on purchasing one...

Harley-Davidson’s ultimate full dresser tested!

07 January 2010 by Phil West

Harley-Davidson’s ultimate full dresser tested!

Harley-Davidson have produced, for 2010, an even grander version of its ElectraGlide full-dress tourer – and it’s on test in next week’s MCN! Dubbed the Electra Glide Ultra Limited – and if that name...

New BMW R1200GS first ride!

07 January 2010 by Phil West

New BMW R1200GS first ride!

The first test of BMW’s eagerly-anticipated new twin-cam R1200GS will feature in the January 13 issue of MCN. The twin-cylinder adventure bike, made famous by the globe-trotting TV exploits of actors...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 60 to 51

07 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 60 to 51

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

New Garmin motorcycle satnav launched

07 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

New Garmin motorcycle satnav launched

Garmin has revealed full details of its new Zumo 665 motorcycle satnav at the 2010 Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show. Save £££s on motorcycle satnavs It can stream radio to bluetooth helmet...

What are you going to do for bikers in the election?

07 January 2010 by guzzivee8

As it is becoming obvious that Labour are like to go down to the wire, and not call the election till May, NOW is the time for us riders to get organised! “Riders are voters” (RAV) (http://www.ridersarevoters.org) is a joint campaign by MAG, BMF and the MCIA to encourage riders to vote in the forthcoming Election but MORE IMPORTANTLY to discuss issues with potential MPs. 2010 is the best chance in...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 70 to 61

07 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 70 to 61

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

Hodgson to race in new Nitro helmet

07 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

Hodgson to race in new Nitro helmet

Carrying on the fine tradition of British collaboration, BSB returnee (and ex-WSB champion) Neil Hodgson has hooked up with the Lake District’s Lloyd Lifestyle to wear a Nitro helmet in this year’s...

Revolutionary Lazer Superskin helmet inventor speaks

07 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

Revolutionary Lazer Superskin helmet inventor speaks

This video explains the concept behind Lazer’s new Superskin helmet. It is designed to prevent the head from rotating in an accident. Save money on motorcycle helmets Its makers claim it could...

Top 100 Motorcycles: 80 to 71

07 January 2010 by MCN

Top 100 Motorcycles: 80 to 71

More than 12,000 MCN readers have responded to our Biking Britain survey this year, and their combined scores on the bikes they own and love (or hate) have allowed us to put together this definitive...

‘Winter snow kit’ for Scorpion helmets

07 January 2010 by Marc Abbott

‘Winter snow kit’ for Scorpion helmets

UK distributor Thunderchild is selling what it calls a winter snow kit for its Scorpion helmets. Save £££s on helmets and accessories The kit, which is suitable for the EXO-400, EXO-450, EXO-700 and...