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Double WSB champ James Toseland donates racing leathers for Sheffield children’s charity

24 March 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Two-time World Superbike champion, James Toseland has donated two signed sets of his old racing leathers to The Children’s Hospital Charity, in Sheffield, to help them raise money for a new cancer and...

Global adventurer Nathan Millward offers his motorcycle camping tips

22 March 2021 by Dan Sutherland

With biking for pleasure set to resume in England on March 29 and self-contained holiday accommodation forecast to open on April 12, we can start planning trips – and what could be better than...

Pointy to perfect: Roland Sands creates a classic look for KTM 790 Adventure

22 March 2021 by Phil West

Californian master custom bike builder Roland Sands has been up to his bonkers bike-building ways once again with this ‘Urban Assault’ adventure weapon. Related articles on MCN Magni Italia 01/01...

Big-mile riders reveal what they’ve missed most about bikes during lockdown breaks

18 March 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Covid-19 has curtailed everyone’s big-mile aspirations, but #Ride5000miles members are now getting ready to more than make up for lost time. Members of the group revealed what they’d missed the most...

Farewell old friend: Euro5 means the end of some much-loved bikes

17 March 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

This is set to be one the most exciting years in recent memory for new bikes with 60-plus already released and plenty more to come. Related articles on MCN Emissions regulations and Brexit Kawasaki...

London bikers hit by charges: Islington start charging for parking

11 March 2021 by Stuart Prestidge

Islington Council in London are following in the footsteps of nearby Hackney by introducing parking charges for motorcycles and scooters within the borough. The costs came into effect on February 1...

Motorcycle training to resume in England from March 29

09 March 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

After extensive lobbying the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) have announced that CBT and other motorcycle training such as Direct Access can resume from March 29, with motorcycle practical...

Quarter-litre heroes from before the fall: Kawasaki KH250 v Suzuki GT250 v Yamaha RD250 LC

09 March 2021 by Practical Sportsbikes

The Yamaha RD250LC, Suzuki GT250 X7 and Kawasaki KH250 shrugged off the 125cc learner laws and are now more sought after than ever Politicians, eh? If they’re not cooking the books on their expense...

Brough Superior pay tribute to their most famous rider with special edition Lawrence

08 March 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Brough Superior have unveiled the ‘Lawrence’ – a tribute to famous Brough owner and rider T.E. Lawrence. Handmade from top-notch materials including titanium and carbon fibre, Brough say they set out...

Born-again R5K members offer post-Covid lockdown riding advice

08 March 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Born-again bikers have offered fellow members of MCN’s #ride5000miles group handy hints and tips for getting their bikes back out following a winter lay-up lengthened by lockdown three. With the...

Have it your way: British firm creates customisable electric utility bike

05 March 2021 by Ben Clarke

A startup electric bike firm based in West Yorkshire called Shed Rides have designed a modular electric bike system with almost infinite customisation possibilities. Related articles on MCN Swappable...

Double trouble: Updated Aprilia SX125 and RX125 are a learner's best friend

05 March 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Aprilia have announced internal updates to their learner friendly SX and RX125 for 2021, with both £3850 bikes receiving a fresh engine, improved instruments and claimed better fueling, thanks to a...

Aprilia release fresh images of 2021 RSV4 superbike range

04 March 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Aprilia are coming for the superbike crown in 2021 with an updated RSV4 range boasting more torque, fresh electronics, MotoGP-derived chassis parts and what we reckon is one of the best paintjobs in...

‘It shouldn’t be like this,’ says wife of biker seeking justice after suspect flees

03 March 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

The family of a paramedic who was killed while riding her bike are still seeking justice more than two years after the suspect fled the country. Related articles on MCN Harry Dunn: Latest update on...

Raising money and a smile! #R5k members get ready for charity missions

01 March 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Generous members of MCN’s #ride5000miles campaign are gearing up for some high-mileage charity antics as soon as lockdown restrictions ease. With many organisations experiencing hardship, after seeing...

New Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX spied testing with host of new tech

26 February 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Spyshots have emerged that show Kawasaki testing a new H2 SX SE+ that’s packed to the rafters with new tech. Related articles on MCN 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX bike review Kawasaki ZX-6R and H2 family...

Whatever happened to Buell Motorcycles?

25 February 2021 by MCN News

Founded by the charismatic engineer Erik Buell, Buell carved out a reputation for performance machines wildly at odds with what you’d expect from an American bike. They were light, quick steering and...

Gone hunting: Super Soco TS Street Hunter takes aim at commuters

23 February 2021 by Ben Clarke

Lightwieght electric specialists Super Soco have updated their range for 2021 including this sporty TS Street Hunter model. Related articles on MCN Best electric motorbikes of 2021 Cake Kalk AP helps...

Super Soco TC Wanderer gets a splash of retro charm

23 February 2021 by Ben Clarke

Super Soco have added a new TC model for 2021 with an impressive range and a retro styling update. Related articles on MCN Best electric motorbikes of 2021 Have it your way: British firm creates...

Government intends to scrap ‘Vnuk’ law

23 February 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced plans to scrap the controversial ‘Vnuk’ motor insurance law. The Vnuk law was introduced across the EU following a ruling by the European Court of...

Refined classics: Triumph Bonneville family updated with new engines, better brakes and more

23 February 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Triumph have updated their modern classics range for 2021 with new engines, improved brakes and better suspension. Related articles on MCN 2021 Triumph Tiger 850 Sport review 2021 Triumph Speed...

Project bikes prepped for post-lockdown #ride5000miles fun

22 February 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Mechanically savvy members of MCN’s #ride5000miles community have been putting their skills to the test by completing winter projects, ready to start piling on the miles once restrictions...

Supercharged stealth bomber: First blacked-out Bimota Tesi H2 Carbon to arrive in the UK in March

17 February 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Bimota’s supercharged Tesi H2 is receiving the Henry Ford treatment, with a blacked-out ‘Carbon’ edition arriving on UK shores in March. Beneath the new livery lies the same hub-steering Italian...

Limited edition Ducati-powered Bimota Tesi 3Ds go up for sale

17 February 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Thought the Kawasaki Ninja H2-powered Tesi H2 was the only funny-front-ended new Bimota currently on sale? Think again. Three new Ducati-powered Bimota Tesi 3D Naked Edizione Finales have gone on sale...

Aprilia Tuono 660 fully unveiled in launch video

16 February 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Aprilia have officially unveiled their Tuono 660 model with a YouTube video (below) showing the £9700, 94bhp parallel-twin from all angles. Following in the footsteps of the RS660 sportsbike, which...

Ural finally nail reliability: A decade of small steps for the Kazakhstan-based brand results in a motor that’s thoroughly modern

12 February 2021 by Stuart Prestidge

Sidecar specialists Ural have spent the past 10 years rebuilding the heart of their three-wheeled machines in a series of almost invisible, incremental steps, slowly bringing the 82-year-old Eastern...

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