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Hit-and-run hunt update

03 June 2005

Hit-and-run hunt update

Police have issued an update on their hunt for a hit-and-run biker after the death of rider Ralph Snowden on the B1257 on May 28. They say they are now trying to trace the rider of a black Suzuki...

Bikes boom abroad

03 June 2005

Bikes boom abroad

Motorcycle use is booming in India, as Bajaj Autos, the second-largest bike firm, announces 76 per cent growth for May, 2005 alone. A total of 153973 two-wheelers were sold in May alone, up from...

Road charge pricing

03 June 2005

Road charge pricing

Transport Secretary Alastair Darling is set to reveal his plans for a new road charge scheme which charges for every mile you cover. He is expected to say he wants pilot schemes set-up within two...

Infinity expands range

03 June 2005

Infinity expands range

Infinity Motorcycles has now introduced Aprilia and Kawasaki franchises to their York branch, celebrating with an official launch attended by World Superbike star Chris Walker. “We are confident...

Scotland gets SPECS

03 June 2005

Scotland gets SPECS

Work is underway on the first SPECS safety camera system to be introduced into Scotland. The system will be used on a 46 kilometre stretch of the A77, from Bogend Toll, north of Ayr, to Ardwell,...

Own a GP bike

03 June 2005

Own a GP bike

You could own your own Team KR MotoGP bike, or a 1961 Honda RC162 Mike Hailwood replica with an online auction. The Monterey Classic Bike auction takes place on Saturday July 9, to coincide with the...

Pay-as-you-go tax looms

03 June 2005

Pay-as-you-go tax looms

The Government has outlined details for a radical ‘pay-as-you-go’ road charging system to replace road tax and fuel duty – but it has yet to explain if we will pay less to go by bike. Transport...

In MCN - out on June 8

03 June 2005

In MCN - out on June 8

This week’s issue of MCN comes with the revelation that the new Roads Minister is a biker. We reveal how that’s making a real difference to how motorcycling will get treated from now on. PLUS:...

Budget racing weekend

03 June 2005

Budget racing weekend

Saturday and Sunday the 11th and 12th of June, is round 3 of the British 50cc Racing Endurance Championship at Elvington near York. It’s only £5 for spectators for both days! Saturday is practice and...

What's on: June 8 on

03 June 2005

We’ve changed our What’s On listings to now show events by their location, making them easier to find. Click the links below to choose the listing for your area and find out what events are on near you this week. Worldwide Midlands East of England Ireland The North Scotland South East England South West England Wales

GSX-R1000 v Rocket III

03 June 2005

GSX-R1000 v Rocket III

First away from the lights: A Suzuki Triumph Rocket III or a Suzuki GSX-R1000 K5? Download the 800kb video clip below for the answer. It’s the latest from self-confessed Dutch maniac Daan. This is...

National bike week plans

01 June 2005

National bike week plans

Get a mate into biking with National Motorcycle Week. It runs from July 17 to 24 under the slogan ‘You’ve thought about it – now do it.’ Organisers, the Motor Cycle Industry Association, reckon there...

Cars caught in bike blitz

01 June 2005

Cars caught in bike blitz

The speed enforcement campaign around the World Superbike Event at Silverstone on May 28-30 succeeded in catching 11 motorists; eight car drivers and three motorcyclists. The campaign continues this...

Free GPS for BMW tourer

01 June 2005

Free GPS for BMW tourer

Anyone buying a BMW K1200LT tourer will receive a Motorrad Navigator II GPS system worth £1350 for free, including fitting, until the end of September, 2005. The K1200LT has won the MCN Best Tourer...

Hit-and-run rider hunt

01 June 2005

Hit-and-run rider hunt

Police are holding a press conference on Wednesday June 1 appealing for help in tracing a hit-and-run rider. One rider – Ralph Snowden, 66, from York, died in the incident. His had been riding one of...

Ticket wardens nick bikes

01 June 2005

Ticket wardens nick bikes

An investigation by the BBC claims London parking attendants have been stealing motorcycles parked illegally. The claims are made by a reporter for the Whistleblower programme, which airs on...

Speed traps on TT trips

01 June 2005

Speed traps on TT trips

If you’re travelling to the Isle of Man TT races by bike and ferry, be aware that Merseyside police has launched a speeding clampdown during May. The campaign is not targetted specifically at...

Ewan demands lock-up

01 June 2005

Ewan demands lock-up

Ewan McGregor stars in the opening night of Guys and Dolls in London’s West End on June 1, safe in the knowledge that his bike is secured in a purpose-built lock-up by the stage door. McGregor is...

Bristol ignores bikes

01 June 2005

Bristol ignores bikes

Bristol County Council has excluded motorcycles from its ‘Jam Busting June’ campaign, unless they are carrying a pillion. The Motor Cycle Industry Association has voiced concern about the campaign,...

Bargain big tourers

01 June 2005

Bargain big tourers

BMW has got a special offer on its massive K1200LT tourer, with £1300 worth of sat nav free when you buy the bike, but if you don’t want to pay the full £13,550 asking price there are plenty of...

Cut price Exotica

27 May 2005

Cut price Exotica

There are so many different options to choose from when buying a new bike but it’s hard to resist the sexy bikes that stand out from the crowd and there are some great deals on that kind of exotica in...

Sachs drops prices

27 May 2005

Sachs drops prices

Sachs has announced that it is cutting huge amounts off it’s stylish 125cc bikes the XTC125 and the X-Road 125. The £800 price cut makes the XTC 125 only £400 more than the market leading Honda...

See Sheene?s RG500s

27 May 2005

See Sheene?s RG500s

The organisers of the Sheene Run around Rugby town centre have managed to secure two of Sheene’s World championship RG500s. The bikes have been in Australia since Sheene emigrated there 21 years ago...

What?s On: June 1 on

27 May 2005

We’ve changed our What’s On listings to now show events by their location, making them easier to find. Click the links below to choose the listing for your area and find out what events are on near you this week. Worldwide Midlands East of England Ireland The North Scotland South East England South West England Wales

In MCN out on June 1...

27 May 2005

In MCN out on June 1...

The June 1 issue of MCN reveals James Toseland’s secrets of success as he celebrates his first home WSB victory. PLUS: Why the experts agree – speed cameras don’t save lives PLUS: Unseen Silverstone...

Classic Bike Stamps

27 May 2005

Classic Bike Stamps

The post office is issuing two limited edition sets of stamps to celebrate the greats of British motorcycling, including the legends Geoff Duke and John Surtees. The first of the two sets was issued...

Events: May 25 on

20 May 2005

Each week we publish a list of SHOWS, OPEN DAYS, RALLIES and AUTOJUMBLES. These are those for the week commencing May 25, 2005. SHOWS FRIDAY May 27 Skyra GB’s Moorland Fling Bike Show and Party, Dartmoor, Devon. 07863-394872. SATURDAY May 28 Skyra GB’s Moorland Fling Bike Show and Party, Dartmoor, Devon. 07863-394872. Driffield Bike Carnival, Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire. 07931-744562 or...

DVLA lost your licence?

20 May 2005

DVLA lost your licence?

MCN is looking for people who have had their category-A bike entitlement deleted by the DVLA. If you’ve recently updated your licence to a photo card, registered a change of address or added a...

Bikes on TV: May 25 on

20 May 2005

Each week we publish a list of events happening around the UK, and listings on motorcycling programmes on TV. This is the TV listing for the week beginning Wednesday, May 25. KEY TO CHANNELS: DHL = Discovery Home & Leisure MM = Men & Motors EXS = Extreme Sports Channel MOT = Motors TV, SS1 (2,3 or X) = Sky Sports 1 (2,3 or Extra) EUR = British Eurosport Wednesday 25 11am MM Natural Born Racers...

BMW Adventure special

20 May 2005

BMW Adventure special

BMW has launched a special edition version of its R1150GS Adventure, offering even more focus on enduro and long distance riding. The bike takes the already off-road focused Adventure and adds the...

In MCN - out on May 25

20 May 2005

In MCN - out on May 25

In this week’s issue of MCN – out from Wednesday May 25 – celebrate the new laws which tackle the menace of bad drivers… PLUS: NW200 – special regional issue with the North West on the front in...

Interest free Suzukis

20 May 2005

Interest free Suzukis

Suzuki has launched a new finance deal on all its 650cc bikes letting you pick one up for next to nothing. For just a £1 deposit you can walk away with either a faired or unfaired Bandit 650, SV650...

Honda stars at open day

20 May 2005

Honda stars at open day

British Superbike stars Michael Rutter and Karl Harris will be at the Gants Hill branch of Hein Gericke for an open day on Sunday, May 29. The Honda riders will be there to meet visitors, sign...

Bike Meets: May 25 on

20 May 2005

Each week we publish a list of BIKE MEETS on in the UK. Those listed here are for the week commencing May 25, 2005. WEDNESDAY May 25 Bulls Head, Clotton, Cheshire. 01829-781354. Bulls Head, Thringstone, Leicestershire. 01530-224327. Coach House Inn, Kirkby Mallory, Leicestershire. 01455-840330 or www.kirkbymallorycoachhouse.com. Crown Inn, Salisbury, Wiltshire. 6pm. 01980-629247. Duke of York,...

Video: our BMF ride-ins

20 May 2005

Video: our BMF ride-ins

Hundreds of you joined us for the MCN Ride-ins to the BMF Show. We’ve already added some video over the weekend, now there’s more – including a complete 2 minute clip (6.5mb) of everyone leaving from...

Cops out for Silverstone

20 May 2005

Cops out for Silverstone

Watch out if you are heading to Silverstone this weekend for the British round of the World Superbike championship, the police will be out in force. Northants police has issued a warning to all...