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Kawasaki's flagship Versys gets more power and capacity boost to 1100 for 2025

26 September 2024 by Jon Urry

At a casual glance, you would be forgiven for thinking that the changes to the big-capacity Versys touring models are limited to new paint schemes. However the name gives the game away – there is more...

Epic former Ducati World Superbike racing Panigale up for sale with Iconic Auctioneers this November

26 September 2024 by Jim Moore

A selection of weird, wonderful, and downright amazing bikes will go under the hammer at the NEC Classic Motor Show this November as part of Iconic Auctioneers final sale of the year. The auction...

Ducati open Sunderland based dealership and service centre in partnership with Vertu Motors

26 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Ducati have opened a new Sunderland-based motorcycle dealership and service centre. Located alongside Vertu BMW Motorrad at Boldon Business Park, the store represents the Italian marque’s first...

Sidecar adventure duo offer £28,000 Ural prize in bid to raise funds for dream biking destination

25 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Three-wheeled adventure duo, Matt Bishop and Reece Gilkes (better known as The Sidecar Guys) are hosting a giveaway of a 2024 Ural Gear Up Sahara Edition to raise funds to launch a sidecar themed bar...

Suzuki GSX-8R makes its British Superbike championship debut at Oulton Park

25 September 2024 by Jim Moore

MCN’s 2024 Sportsbike of the Year, the Suzuki GSX-8R, made its racing debut within the ultra-competitive British Superbike championship at Oulton Park last month showing potential for top-10 pace...

Bosch's new radar system will pull away, brake, avoid accidents and even stop for you

24 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Global motorcycle technology company, Bosch are coming to market in 2025 with a range of new radar-guided assistance systems that have the power to bring a bike to a stop behind a vehicle, apply...

Honda announce host of tech based updates for their funky X-ADV adventure scooter for 2025

24 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Honda have announced a host of updates for their long-standing X-ADV, making the adventure scooter even more comfortable, convenient and capable. First introduced in 2017, the funky overgrown...

MCN Law | Can an insurer reduce your compensation payout for not wearing protective gear?

23 September 2024 by Andrew Campbell

In partnership with Bike Lawyer Each week, MCN’s legal specialist, Andrew Campbell, responds to reader questions about legal matters related to biking. This time it’s the turn of Ray from Reading who wants to know: “In May this...

Air Ambulance charities across the UK supported in national week of fundraising activity

23 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Bikers across the UK have been supporting their local Air Ambulance charities during a national week of fundraising. Air Ambulance Week 2024 took place from September 9-15 and was run by national...

Fundraiser for popular Adventure Rider Centre owner, Baz Fleming, closes in on £10K

20 September 2024 by Nye Davis

A charity fundraiser has been established for Adventure Rider Centre (ARC) owner Barry Fleming after it was discovered that he had developed an inoperable brain tumour. Related: Yorkshire...

Triumph ramp up enduro plans with all-British factory team set for 2025 World Championship assault

20 September 2024 by Jim Moore

Triumph’s off-road racing programme has been given a huge boost following the announcement that the brand will compete its much-anticipated enduro machine in both the 2025 FIM SuperEnduro and EnduroGP...

2025 Ducati Multistrada revealed! Bologna lift lid on tech filled MY25 adventure bike range

19 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Ducati have lifted the lid on their adventure bike offerings for the year ahead with the unveiling of a heavily updated Multistrada V4 range – available in dealerships from October 2024. At the...

Voxan electric motorbike smashes four speed records, achieving over 180mph in a flying mile

19 September 2024 by Jim Moore

Ohio State University set four new speed records for electric motorcycles in late August with a machine built by its students. The bike, a joint project with manufacturer Voxan, set the records at...

Road racer Dave Suddes has died

19 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Motorcycle road racer, Dave Suddes has dies following injuries sustained during an accident. The news was announced in a statement released by Oliver’s Mount Racing, which read: “It is with...

Manchester Police sting bike thieves with helicopter help

19 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Police across Greater Manchester have been stamping out motorcycle-related crime in a number of recent operations, recovering two stolen bikes during a raid in Manchester, and stopping three riders...

"Tony really is the voice of Oliver’s Mount": commentator Tony Coupland retires after 47 years

18 September 2024 by Nye Davis

After almost five decades, much loved Oliver’s Mount road racing commentator, Tony Coupland, has retired. Coupland first attended the Mount in Scarborough as a spectator aged just four and has...

Yamaha announce details of the tricked up and race ready 2025 track-only R1 superbike

18 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Yamaha have pulled the covers off their track-only 2025 R1 superbike, highlighting a host of technical changes to make the four-cylinder machine even racier than ever. The reveal follows the...

Bolton bike builder CCM reveals tasty Street Moto street tracker duo starting at under £10k

18 September 2024 by Nye Davis

CCM have unveiled a pair of super lightweight 600cc street trackers which, judging by their spec, should be a hoot to ride. Related: CCM HERITAGE 71 Ti Review Related: CCM Spitfire Bobber...

Triumph launch sizzling new Speed Twin 1200 RS! Retro naked lands alongside revised standard model

17 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Triumph Motorcycles are kicking off another year of new model reveals with an updated Speed Twin 1200 retro roadster, plus a new sportier RS model with optional clip-on bars to transform it into a...

Yorkshire motorcyclist undertakes 5000-mile charity ride to raise money for men's mental health

17 September 2024 by Nye Davis

A motorcyclist has set out on a 5000-mile charity ride with a twist, aiming to ride around the entire UK coastline while relying on the goodwill of others to pay for his food, fuel and accommodation –...

Adding lightness! Krämer Motorcycles launch single-cylinder race bike powered by KTM 350 EXC-F motor

13 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Race bike specialists Krämer Motorcycles have announced a run of smaller single cylinder track-only machines for the American market, powered by KTM’s 350 EXC-F four-stroke enduro motor. Called the...

Norfolk mechanic plunges life savings into kickstarting his dream motorcycle workshop

13 September 2024 by Nye Davis

A Norfolk based motorcycle mechanic has realised his lifelong dream of opening his own bike detailing, service and repair centre. Related: Local bikers rally around family run workshop to support...

Triumph celebrate 50 years since Evel Knievel's Rocket Jump with pair of custom painted motorcycles

12 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Triumph commemorated the 50th anniversary of Evel Knievel’s legendary ‘Rocket Jump’ with the creation of two custom painted machines which went on to feature in a celebratory parade. Knievel’s...

Thork Racing’s DMD-T865 rally ready tablet combines the best bits of a satnav and smart device

11 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Electrical devices have become the go-to for getting around – although the consensus remains split between standalone sat-nav units and smart devices like phones and tablets. Related: The best...

Industry data shows reducing demand for large capacity motorcycles whilst small bike sales soar

11 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Latest data by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) showed a slight slump in bike sales throughout August, with year-to-date registrations also low compared with 2023. The steady, but...

Verge Motorcycles showcase new hubless TS Pro at annual Brighton Burn Up event

10 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Radical Finnish electric motorcycle brand, Verge have been engaging with inquisitive UK bikers by taking part in the annual Ace Café Reunion Brighton Burn Up event. The plug-in firm brought along...

Road racing and short circuit stars compete at Goodwood Revival 2024 using sustainable fuels

09 September 2024 by James Charman

Some of the biggest names in motorcycle racing proved that you don’t need to burn traditional fossil fuels to have a good time, as sustainable fuels powered the vast majority of the glamorous Goodwood...

Over £1000 raised by bikers in ride out of support for Lincolnshire teen's bereaved family

09 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Hundreds of motorcyclists from across Lincolnshire have come together in memory and support of a much-loved teenage girl who died at her home in late July. Kibi Wade (Barrett) passed away on July...

Triumph appear to show new Speed Twin 1200 RS classic model with brief social media teaser clip

09 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Triumph Motorcycles have teased what appears to be a new Speed Twin 1200 RS naked model on social media, releasing clips of a bright orange parallel twin naked ridden dynamically on a mountain...

Norton Motorcycles announce finance deals for new bike sales and throw in free breakdown cover too

09 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

Norton have launched a new range of finance options on their Commando 961, V4SV, and V4CR range, chucking in two years of national breakdown recovery with the RAC for good measure. “We are...

Motorcycle Live organisers announce first phase of major overhaul in bid to attract more biking fans

06 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

The annual Motorcycle Live show at Birmingham’s National Exhibition Centre (NEC) is set to gain a radical overhaul for 2024, with organisers promising a new festival theme, as well more live action...

Hacked off London biking group launch fundraiser to fight Hackney motorcycle parking charges

06 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

An independent London motorcycle group are attempting to raise £20,000 to take Hackney Council to court over parking charges for two-wheelers in the borough. Save London Motorcycling began raising...

Learner legal Mutt Stravaig 125 adventure bike offers big bike features at an affordable price

06 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Who says adventure bikes have to be giant 1300cc beasts? Certainly not West Midlands-based Mutt who’ve just revealed this CBT-friendly adventurer which packs many of the creature comforts of its big...

British electric trike promises 100mph top speed, 100 miles of aggressive riding on 15-minute charge

06 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

A crack team of British engineers have launched a new three-wheeled electric response vehicle, promising 100 miles of aggressive riding range, advanced aerodynamic capabilities, and a recharge time of...

Pre-war Flying Merkel twin formerly owned by Bud Ekins to be auction by Bonhams next month

05 September 2024 by Dan Sutherland

A wide range of classic and modern motorcycling rarities are set to go up for auction this coming October at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show in Stafford, including a 1936 Vincent HRD expected to...

SuperBike Factory announce plans for UK expansion following successful 2024 sales

05 September 2024 by Nye Davis

Europe’s largest used motorcycle retailer – SuperBike Factory – has announced plans to expand their UK dealer network, while also stating that they have ambitions to expand into mainland Europe in the...

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