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First pics of final 1098

04 November 2006

First pics of final 1098

The first undisguised pictures of Ducati’s highly anticipated 1098 have surfaced. These shots were leaked on to the internet before the official unveiling by Ducati and show the new machine in its...

Record KTM sales

04 November 2006

Record KTM sales

KTM has announced a record in annual sales for the business year 2005/06. Group sales exceeded the €500 million mark for the first time in the Austrian firm’s existence, an increase of over €100...

Elle on hand at auction

04 November 2006

Elle on hand at auction

Supermodel and actress Elle Macpherson has joined forces with former MotoGP racer Randy Mamola to raise money for biking charity Riders for Health. The Australian supermodel, who is also a keen...

Aprilia gets new partner

04 November 2006

Aprilia gets new partner

Aprilia Motorcycles has just announced a strategic partnership with one of China’s largest motorcycle manufacturers, Jincheng Corporation. The Chinese company, who are also aligned with Devon...

Grant for bike charity

04 November 2006

Grant for bike charity

The Disabled Motorcyclists Association has been awarded more than £4,000 by the National Lottery. The charity, which helps disabled riders by providing guidance, discounts and inspiration from other...

Diesel Problem Exposed

04 November 2006

Diesel Problem Exposed

MCN’s consumer king, Steve Farrell has been working into the small hours to track down the cause of a new diesel menace that is sweeping the UK. We’ll reveal all in next Wednesday’s MCN – and we’ll...

New MCN downloads

04 November 2006

New MCN downloads

MCN Mobile users can now get your hands on free downloads as part of a Valencia special. See behind the scenes action, exclusive video downloads. The freebies include Rossi in the French 125, clips of...

Crutchlow tries GP bike

04 November 2006

Crutchlow tries GP bike

During the recent Rizla Suzuki and MotoGP testing at Valencia, new signing Cal Crutchlow had the chance to ride something even quicker than his BSB GSX-R1000 for next year. And you can see what...

2007 R1 launch questions

04 November 2006

2007 R1 launch questions

Yamaha’s world launch of the 2007 YZF-R1 is happening on Thursday November 9, and MCN’s chief road tester Trevor Franklin will be one of the first riders to experience this new machine. If you have a...

R1 gets the thumbs up

04 November 2006

R1 gets the thumbs up

MCN’s Chief Road Tester Trevor Franklin is in Qatar right now testing the new 2007 Yamaha R1, and he’s just been on the phone to give us his first impressions of the all-new Yamaha superbike. ...

Trials with Dougie Lampkin

04 November 2006

Trials with Dougie Lampkin

VIP passes for the upcoming Indoor Trial at Sheffield Arena on Friday, December 29 have just gone on sale. But it’ll cost you nearly £100 to get your hands on one. If you want the ultimate Trials...

Hammond's teaser

04 November 2006

Hammond's teaser

Richard Hammond is in full flow as he prepares to share with MCN readers what he has been through over recent weeks. As a teaser for you all, he wanted to give you a glimpse of what to expect in his...

Video: '07 Sport Classics

04 November 2006

Video: '07 Sport Classics

We’ve had the 2007 Ducati Sports Classics out on UK roads already and you can watch our exclusive video here. Click the screen below to watch the stunning bikes in action and hear MCN Road-Tester...

Tiger lacks excitement

04 November 2006

Tiger lacks excitement

Rumours in the bike industry are rife Triumph’s brand new Tiger has received a record low interest from the public. MCN has received information claiming Triumph have next to no orders on the new...

Speed camera v police

01 November 2006

Speed camera v police

The BMF has welcomed the call by the House of Commons Transport Select Committee for more road policing. However the group are not pleased by the argument for automatic vehicle speed control. This...

Stars delight fans

01 November 2006

Stars delight fans

Some familiar faces have paid a visit to the Yamaha stand at the NEC’s International Motorcycle and Scooter Show. New singing Troy Corser, who will be riding alongside Noriyuki Haga in the 2007 World...

Awards time at NEC

01 November 2006

Awards time at NEC

Bennetts British Superbike Champion Ryuichi Kiyonari has confirmed he will be back to defend his title in 2007. The HM Plant Honda Rider made his announcement as he was crowned with his championship...

Registration suggestion

01 November 2006

Registration suggestion

Biking groups have shown their disapproval to the idea of all motorbikes carrying number plates. MPs have suggested this idea to help solve address issues surrounding illegal use of mini and toy...

MAG recruit ex cop

01 November 2006

MAG recruit ex cop

A former Chief Superintendent of North Yorkshire Police has begun his new role with the Motorcycle Action Group. David Short has joined MAG as head of their political campaigns section in the UK. ...

Flippin' great show

01 November 2006

Flippin' great show

The 2007 London Motorcycle Show has set the stage for a UK first – the first back flip ever performed in London! Top freestyle motocrosser Gary Taylor will be setting up his ramps to perform the...

Hyosung 2008 launch

01 November 2006

Hyosung 2008 launch

Hyosung has announced its GT650X concept bike is to go into production ready for 2008. The Korean manufacturers say this is more than just a stripped version of the GT650R sports bike. A 1000cc...

2007 MCN Diary offer

01 November 2006

2007 MCN Diary offer

MCN are giving our readers the chance to buy an exclusive diary with race dates and hints for 2007. The diary costs £5.99 and comes complete with a high quality leather cover. This ideal Christmas...

Arai auction for charity

01 November 2006

Arai auction for charity

Arai goods signed by some of the world’s top riders will be auctioned off at the NEC on Sunday. The auction will raise funds for Riders for Health to supply bikes to aid workers in Africa. There are...

Aprilia secret is out

01 November 2006

Aprilia secret is out

Pictures of Aprilia’s 2007 range have been leaked weeks before their official launch. Riders can expect a new 750cc V-twin machine, which makes about 100bhp. This concept has also been developed into...

Your Butlins photos

28 October 2006

Your Butlins photos

motorcyclenews.com has received dozens of photographs of your Butlins experiences earlier this month. Great fun was had by all in Skegness as can be seen on the photographs. To view these pictures...

NEC show news

28 October 2006

NEC show news

Two wheel fans have been entertained over the weekend at the 2006 International Motorcycle and Scooter Show with star riders taking to the various stages. The event was officially kicked off by TV...

MCN Awards highlights

28 October 2006

MCN Awards highlights

The 2006 MCN awards took place at the National Motorcycle show last week and you can see video highlights of the event. You’ll get all the action from the black-tie event and who and what took home...

Jay Kay's new Vespa

28 October 2006

Jay Kay's new Vespa

Jamiroquai lead singer, Jay Kay, has added a new edition to his vast fleet of vehicles – the new Vespa Vintage GTV 250 scooter. Kay now joins other celebrity Vespa riders, including Gwyneth Paltrow,...

TT Commemoration

28 October 2006

TT Commemoration

Heroes of the Isle of Man TT Race have been chosen to commemorate the Centenary of the historic event. The Isle of Man Post Office is celebrating the landmark in 2007 by producing a unique range of...

BMW scoop awards

28 October 2006

BMW scoop awards

BMW Motorrad UK has walked away with three awards at the annual Motor Cycle News dinner. The company was presented with the coveted Best Trailie, Best Sports-Tourer and Best Tourer awards. This...

MCN needs you

28 October 2006

MCN needs you

MCN is asking for readers to help them with the long running feature ‘Why I Had To Have’. Quality bikes for sale: Click here. Bike reviews: Click here. Product reviews: Click here. We need owners...

GP fans gather at show

28 October 2006

GP fans gather at show

Thousands of MotoGP fans gathered in front of a giant screen at the NEC to see Nicky Hayden clinch his first title. Visitors to the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show grouped around the screen...

Edwards meets fans

28 October 2006

Edwards meets fans

MotoGP rider Colin Edwards made a detour on his way home from Valencia to drop in at the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show. The Yamaha rider, who saw team-mate Valentino Rossi narrowly miss...

New MCN: November 1

28 October 2006 by Greg Haines

New MCN: November 1

In this week’s MCN read all about the agony and ecstasy of Nicky Hayden and Valentino Rossi’s chamionship thriller in Valencia. We get the insde information on the joy of the Hayden camp, as Nicky...

New CCMs at NEC show

21 October 2006

New CCMs at NEC show

CCM has shown the latest additions to its Retro range of bikes to the public for the first time at the NEC. The two new café racer style bikes are based around the firm’s usual Suzuki 400cc single...

Riders for Health raffle

21 October 2006

Riders for Health raffle

Riders for Health have kicked off the 2006 raffle in style with a humorous edge. The charity, which raises money to buy motorcycles for health workers in Africa, was assisted by comedians Alan...