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Keith Code’s new “A Twist of the Wrist Volume 2” DVD

25 July 2009 by Gary Pinchin

Keith Code was at Donington Park this weekend to launch his new motorcycle training DVD, “A Twist of the Wrist Volume 2”. Code, a former AMA Superbike racer at the very launch of the series in the...

Rossi confirms he'll wear airbag suit

25 July 2009 by Marc Abbott

As predicted yesterday by MCN, eight-times world champion Valentino Rossi has confirmed he will debut in Dainese’s D-Air airbag suit in today’s Donington MotoGP action. He follows in the footsteps of...

Anti-bike petrol station in Southampton

24 July 2009 by Anonymous

I have been purchasing fuel for years from my local Somerfield filling station in Swaythling road Southampton SO30 3AG. When I called in the other day they had changed the policy to an anti biker one which caught me completely unaware. I had filled up already and went in to pay. I was told by a singularly unpleasant woman at the desk that she would not serve me until I removed my helmet. I have to...

Renner nervy ahead of record-breaking jump

24 July 2009 by Guy Procter

Red Bull nutter Ronnie Renner says he’s feeling nervous ahead of tomorrow’s attempt to break the world record for highest jump on a motorcycle. Renner is trying to break his own 2008 record of 59ft...

The bargain alternative to the... BMW K1300GT

24 July 2009 by Rupert Paul

The BMW K1300GT arguably has more road-focussed new technology on it than any other bike: sat nav, fuel-sipping engine management, mega-grunty top gear performance, a totally stable Hossack front end...

Ride With Kevin Schwantz at Indianapolis

24 July 2009 by Andy Downes

Racing legend Kevin Schwantz is offering the potential track day of all time with the chance to be one of only 34 people joining him on track at the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway – the first time a motorcycle track day has ever been allowed. Schwantz will be at the two-day even himself with either Honda CBR600RR or Suzuki GSX-R600s available on the two-day school on August 21 and 22 – a week...

Finance deals on new Aprilia & Moto Guzzi motorcycles

24 July 2009 by Andy Downes

Aprilia and Moto Guzzi are offering a host of new finance deals on a whole range of different motorcycles. Find Aprilias & Moto Guzzis for sale There are a variety of free finance deals on bikes...

Chanel Triton is best thing fashion designer Lagerfeld ever did

24 July 2009 by Guy Procter

This Chanel-branded Triton special was commissioned by fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld as a prop for a photoshoot, accidentally becoming by far the best thing he’s ever done. Well done Karl. Via...

First Mac Motorcycles will be ready in 2010

24 July 2009 by Laura Kennerley

Britain’s newest manufacturer Mac Motorcycles will have a working prototype within months and bikes for sale by spring 2010, MCN can reveal. It will commence production of its first prototype –...

New Ural outfit celebrates Hunt for Red October

24 July 2009 by Guy Procter

Russian bike dinosaur Ural is celebrating a bizarre anniversary with this scarlet versoion of its sidecar outfit. Find a Ural for sale The 750cc, 40bhp machine commemorates the 25th anniversary of...

Victory debut new models with a return to chick-on-bike marketing

24 July 2009 by Guy Procter

US cruiser maker Victory has launched two new model variants and attempted to renew its CORE concept bike by draping a lady over it. Find a Victory motorcycle for sale The Cross Country...

Skidoo/bike/quad thing is ultimate desert racer

24 July 2009 by Guy Procter

What’s the best way of crossing the desert at speed? Bike? Car? Snowmobile? Tell you what – hedge your bets and combine all three into this epically focused machine. The Platune Sand-X 800 T-ATV is...

New Faze 250 confirms relentless march of Honda's snub nose

24 July 2009 by Guy Procter

First it was the Fireblade, then the MCN-scooped new V4s, now it’s the scooters which are gaining snub noses and the ability to change gear on their own. Find a scooter for sale Honda’s new...

HJC release helmet for big heads!

24 July 2009 by Marc Abbott

The choice of lids for head sizes above XL (62cm) is very limited and above XXL (64cm) practically non-existent, but HJC have just released details of one of their most popular lids in a size XXXL...

Oxford neck warmers for kids

24 July 2009 by Marc Abbott

Oxford’s range of head and neck wear has expanded with the introduction of two children’s designs. The Little Devil and Little Madam packs retail for £5.99 each. They’re made from wind resistant...

Council road inspections: the code of conduct

24 July 2009 by Marc Abbott

If you’ve had an accident which you believe was caused by a badly-surfaced road, it’s worth knowing that there is a code of practice that governs their inspection. You need to ask the council for...

Rossi to debut airbag suit at Donington MotoGP?

24 July 2009 by Marc Abbott

Rumours circulating the British GP paddock yesterday at Donington suggest Valentino Rossi will race in Dainese’s D-Air Racing suit for the first time on Sunday. The suit, which uses complex technology...

Scott Redding's one-off Donington Shark RSR2 helmet

24 July 2009 by Marc Abbott

This is the special ‘God Save the Queen’ Shark RSR2 Carbon helmet that British 125GP star Scott Redding will wear in Sunday’s British GP at Donington Park, photographed as it’s being prepped in the...

Police warn of bike theft spate in North Warwickshire

23 July 2009 by Guy Procter

Police in North Warwickshire are warning bikers and owners of Husqvarnas in particular to fully secure their bikes and change their routines. The warning came after five off-road bikes were stolen...

Sammy Miller Museum

23 July 2009 by Steve Morris

Steve Morris & Martin Pepper from Kent, reflect on past and present machines at the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum, New Milton. Hants. Definitely worth a visit, allow a couple of hours

Moto Morini Baja 1200

23 July 2009 by Oberdan Bezzi

Moto Morini covers new roads in order to try a new identity of the brand and above all in order to enter in the difficult North American market. A great enduro always equipped with the V2 from 1200cc...

Judgement Days on tour: Test ride a Harley-Davidson near you

23 July 2009 by James Keen

Harley-Davidson’s Judgement Days test ride campaign earlier this year proved so popular that Harley are taking it on the road. Find a Harley-Davidson for sale A Judgement Days demonstrator truck...

Crash kick off Day of Champions

23 July 2009 by Andy Downes

James Toseland’s band Crash have already been on stage at Donington Park as the Riders for Health charity Day of Champions kicks off. Celebrithy quizzes, stage shows and more music are all planned...

Video: Ducati Streetfighter longterm test report

23 July 2009 by MCN

MCN road tester Michael Neeves has the Ducati Streetfighter on longterm test for the summer of 2009. So far he’s had the bike for a month and covered over 2,500 miles. Watch the video for his...

Tennis star Rafa Nadal gets a Harley-Davidson XR1200

22 July 2009 by Phil West

Spanish tennis star Rafa Nadal has blagged himself a Harley-Davidson XR1200. The former Wimbledon champ, who lives near to Yamaha MotoGP No. 2 Jorge Lorenzo said: “The XR1200R’s unique appearance and...

Gloves to keep your hands cool

22 July 2009 by Marc Abbott

Weise has just released details of their new AirPro gloves, which they claim are the cooler option for hot days. Compare and buy motorcycle gloves They’re designed to be comfortable to wear in the...

Bikes on TV: July 22-28

22 July 2009 by Alison Silcox

KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT – Discovery Real Time SHED – Discovery Shed (used to be DRTE) DSC – Discovery Channel DHD – Discovery Channel HD EXS – Extreme Sports Channel MM – Men and Motors MOT – Motors...

New VR46 range available now

22 July 2009 by Rob Hull

Just in time for the Donington GP, the latest range of Valentino Rossi endorsed products is available to buy from www.onpole.com. The reigning MotoGP World Champion has the biggest fan base of any...

Get £195 off a Shoei XR-1000 Diabolic Revelation

22 July 2009 by James Keen

Motorcycle clothing & accessories retailer Busters are offering the Shoei XR-1000 Diabolic Revelation for sale at £239.99 – that’s £195 cheaper than their normal price of £435. Compare and buy...

Yamaha widen Yamalube range

22 July 2009 by Rob Hull

Yamaha has now expanded the range of Yamalube Careline products to cover even more motorcycle applications from Fork Oil to Fuel Stabiliser, so that no matter what fluid or lubricant you require for...

Peter Fonda chooses Davida for Easy Riders 40th Anniversary.

22 July 2009 by Rob Hull

Forty years after the release of the massively successful and now iconic Easy Rider film, actor Peter Fonda donned a Davida motorcycle helmet for to celebrate the film’s 40th Anniversary at the...

New Biker Cool Vest

22 July 2009 by Rob Hull

This is one of the strangest looking, but weirdly well-performing products we’ve seen in a while. It’s from a manufacture called Jackson Technical Solutions and it’s used by members of the police...

Ducati 849 Scootster S

22 July 2009 by Oberdan Bezzi

After many confirmations and refutations, the last news confirms the presence at EICMA 2009 of a Ducati superscooter. It will be introduced as a prototype but in reality the commercialization will...

2nd edition of 'Rossi: Celebrating the Greatest' on sale now

22 July 2009 by James Keen

The second edition of the MCN bookazine celebrating the life and career of Valentino Rossi is available to buy online or at WHSmith now. Click here to buy a copy online now The 132 page tribute to...

Cheap Thai Triumphs? I don't think so

21 July 2009 by Stephen Harrison

With old age creeping up on me, I decided that I had time for one last chance at mortality. These things of course are best planned. So as every husband knows, you start moaning at the wife until she is so sick of hearing about it, she finally capitulates and allows the purchase of yet another motorbike. With the dodgy knee and replacement hip, I had to make this quick, before: A.The joints...

BMW Formula One and WSB racers swop machinery

21 July 2009 by Andy Downes

BMW World Superbike racer Troy Corser and Formula One driver Nick Heidfeld swopped with each other to get a flavour of what each other’s sport is about. The test was held at the Nurburgring short...

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