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Honda N.S.C teased ahead of Milan Show

20 October 2017 by Liam Marsden

We’re less than a month away from most of the 2018 models being unveiled at this year’s Milan Show, which means we’re smack bang in the middle of teaser season, and the latest manufacturer to give us...

Yamaha XMAX 400: 'A maxi scooter without a maxi price tag'

20 October 2017 by Alison Silcox

We recently took part in the UK launch of Yamaha’s updated £5999 XMAX 400 which has the performance and quality finish of the TMAX, at almost half the price. We rode on a 500 mile trip from the UK to...

Video: Kymco tease two new scooters

20 October 2017 by Liam Marsden

Another day, another teaser. Just show us the bikes already! The latest video to grace our screens comes courtesy of Taiwanese manufacturer Kymco, who will be unveiling two new scooters at the...

Honda NSR500: 'The NSR was light, agile and edgy'

19 October 2017 by MCN News

‘It went from 50bhp to 150bhp in just 100rpm!’ Wayne Gardner, 1987 500GP champion. “There was nothing like riding a racing two-stroke. I only ever rode Honda 500s in my GP career and they were so...

Make the most of the Oakdene Cafe

19 October 2017 by Justin Hayzelden

About 5 miles from Brands Hatch racing circuit, on the A20 London Road in Kent, is an innocuous looking prefab building set back from the highway on a pot-holed, dirt parking lot. For most of the week...

News podcast episode 16: Bike of the year special

19 October 2017 by MCN News

Welcome to the latest episode of the MCN News Podcast is an online offering from MCN, discussing the latest news in the biking world. The MCN News Podcast is available regularly via Soundcloud and the...

New KTM Freeride E-XC unveiled

19 October 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

KTM have just unveiled the new Freeride E-XC at Hangar-7 in Austria (a collection of all things Red Bull), which they say is their statement of intent. KTM want to sing loud and proud about ‘urban...

Toro, Toro, Toro!

18 October 2017 by MCN News

Established Spanish off-road firm, Toro Trail, have launched a new adventure break, dubbed Toro Adventure, and using BMW’s R1200GS Rallye. Based in a luxurious mountain top villa, Toro Adventure is...

Video: Yamaha jump on the teaser bandwagon

18 October 2017 by Liam Marsden

Not wanting to be left out, Yamaha have now joined in the fun with the release of a teaser video teasing something on October 25 – bang in the middle of the Tokyo Motor Show. Mark October 25 on your...

Yamaha’s MT-09 new model barmy

18 October 2017 by Richard Newland

After a year of rampant success with their hot SP version of the already bonkers MT-10, the Japanese rumour mill suggests that Yamaha are on the verge of releasing an SP version of the MT-09, too. The...

MV Agusta reveal new F4 RC

18 October 2017 by Richard Newland

After the recent announcement of the Lewis Hamilton-designed F4 LH44, MV Agusta are battling back with another stunning new bike, following months of financial turbulence. The immediate fruits of this...

Moped gang jailed for 18 years

17 October 2017 by MCN News

A gang of thieves who used mopeds to enable their crime spree of more than 100 robberies in a period of less than three weeks were jailed last week for a total of over 18 years. Claude Parkinson, 18,...

Bike tech – the way forward

17 October 2017 by Richard Newland

BMW have long been at the sharp end of motorcycle tech development, and are continuing to push the boundaries with their ConnectedRide programme, which aims to deliver inter-vehicle position awareness...

Zero Motorcycles get a bit more range for 2018

17 October 2017 by Liam Marsden

Zero Motorcycles have now made their 2018 range a l-i-t-t-l-e bit more exciting by adding 10% more range and faster charging. The electric motorcycle manufacturer has introduced three new batteries;...

Tougher terms for reckless drivers

16 October 2017 by James Archibald

Drivers who kill behind the wheel could now be sentenced to life in prison under new legislation. Those who cause death by dangerous driving, or by careless driving while under the influence of drugs...

The Sunday Social with the British Trans America Expedition team

15 October 2017 by Liam Marsden

For this week’s Sunday Social we spoke with Major Nick Foulerton and Surgeon Lieutenant Alex Bamford, two members of a six man military expedition that recently rode from Ushuaia, Argentina to Prudhoe...

Revealed: The best vans and trucks for lugging motorbikes

13 October 2017 by MCN News

If you’re lugging your bike around to be fixed or transported during the wintry season, chances are you’ll need a big vehicle. Luckily, help is at hand if you’re trying to decide what to buy or rent...

In one go: Triumph's Explorer tackles the road, off-road and motocross

13 October 2017 by Liam Marsden

We’re currently slap bang in the middle of teaser video season, but Triumph don’t have any teaser videos to show us apparently, so instead they’ve put together this video with their current Explorer...

The history of two-strokes

13 October 2017 by Matt Wildee

It’s all about character. Nothing else on two wheels delivers the visceral thrills of a two-stroke engine. They deliver a hit of power every other stroke where a four-stroke manages only half as many.

Excelsior-Henderson brand up for auction

13 October 2017 by Liam Marsden

The entire historic brand of Excelsior-Henderson is set to go up for auction at the Mecum auction in Las Vegas on January 27, 2018. Excelsior-Henderson was a big American motorcycle manufacturer, on a...

Officially one of the best on the spanners in Europe

12 October 2017 by James Archibald

A Suzuki mechanic working at Bristol’s Fowlers dealership has come second in a European-wide competition that celebrates and finds the best technicians on the continent. Dave Ball has been a...

Dales pitstop

12 October 2017 by Justin Hayzelden

Deep in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, at the head of Wensleydale, lies the small market town of Hawes. Drop in on almost any weekend throughout the riding season and you’re guaranteed to find more...

Gallery: A trio of Street Triples

11 October 2017 by Jon Urry

The Street Triple has always hit the nail on the head, astounding riders with its sporty chassis and storming motor – not to mention its affordable price. But the problem when you build a bike this...

Coroner calls for cycle lane review after motorcyclist death

11 October 2017 by MCN News

A coroner has said there needs to be urgent research into the levels of grip on London’s cycle superhighways following the death of a motorcyclist in Battersea. Assistant Coroner for Inner West...

BMW’s 2018 R1200GS Adventure arriving in dealers now

11 October 2017 by Richard Newland

The new-for-2018 incarnation of the R1200GS Adventure has arrived in dealers, bringing all the updates enjoyed by the 2017 R1200GS to conform to Euro4 regulations – and adding a whole host of optional...

Video: Riding the Suter MMX500

11 October 2017 by MCN News

So, a mega-money, low-volume track machine is the greatest two-stroke ever? Too right it is. This the best stinkwheel the world has ever seen – and it’s currently in production. Anyone can rock up to...

Officially the coolest kid on the block

11 October 2017 by James Archibald

We all remember being a kid, riding around on a bicycle and wishing it was a motorbike. A piece of card on the frame getting attacked by the spokes of the wheel was a common sight, providing a...

Alta Motors unveil Redshift EX

11 October 2017 by MCN News

American electric bike builders Alta Motors have been steadily developing their line-up and now they’ve added another: the Redshift EX, an enduro version of the existing MX model. The changes are...

Gallery: Two-stroke heaven - the Suter MMX500

11 October 2017 by MCN News

The Suter MX500 is the fastest, most-advanced production two-stroke the world has ever seen, and MCN Senior Editor Matt Wildee was lucky enough to get a spin on one at Rockingham recently. The MMX is...

Dear oh deer, it’s that time of the year

11 October 2017 by James Archibald

Road safety organisation, GEM Motoring Assist are warning drivers and riders to be extra vigilant of deer at this time of year as they are more active due to the rutting season. With the Deer...

Tacita reveal radical electric cruiser concept

11 October 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

Cruisers are large, thunderous brash things – they’re not smooth and silent, so you might not think of them as primed to lead the electric revolution, but that hasn’t stopped Tactica releasing the...

Crouching Tiger, hidden engine

11 October 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

When Triumph opened their new visitors centre, they regaled us with stories of legendary victories at the TT and on the saltflats but there was a distinct gap. While they’ve had off-road bikes in...

Surtees bikes at Classic Bike Live

10 October 2017 by MCN News

Classic Bike Live will soon open its doors at The East of England Arena over the weekend of October 28-29. The latest addition to the attractions is a special display honouring the late, great John...

Which has been your favourite race series of 2017?

10 October 2017 by MCN News

We’ve seen some epic racing across all three of the major classes this year. In MotoGP Marc Marquez is currently leading the championship, but he’s been pushed every step of the way, with Ducati...

Kawasaki to reveal new supercharged bike

10 October 2017 by James Archibald

Kawasaki have got us very excited with the release of a new video that’s teasing a new supercharged motorcycle at EICMA next month. It’s that time of year when the teaser mill is turning in full...

Watsonian Sidecars get, er, sporty

09 October 2017 by James Archibald

British manufacturer Watsonian-Squire have released a new sidecar to mark the company’s 105th anniversary. Called the Flight, the sidecar has been designed to suit modern motorcycles. It features a...

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