December
Beta's latest trial
28 December 2006 by
Beta has just released its latest four-stroke 250cc trial bike in the UK, the Rev-3. Traditionally trial bikes use two-stroke engines, however, Beta says environmental concerns and stricter emissions...
1098 mobbed in US
13 December 2006 by
Ducati’s 1098 drew such huge numbers to the manufacturer’s stand at the Seattle motorcycle show, show organisers came close to shutting the stand because of the fire risk caused by the mob. Fire...
2007 R6 available now
13 December 2006
The first 2007 model Yamaha R6s are available in dealers now. The MCN Bike of the Year isn’t significantly changed from 2006 specification, but there’s a new choice of paint schemes in white, blue or...
We're on the hunt
08 December 2006 by
We’ve had a tip-off that a much-awaited all-new superbike is about to hit a European test track sometime soon, so we’ve sent off our snappers to track it down. We can’t say too much at the moment in...
Video: 07 CBR6 launch
07 December 2006 by
In late November 2006 MCN’s test rider Adam Child headed to America to try out the new Honda CBR600RR. Following an outing on this revised 2007 model, feelings from the MCN camp are that Honda has...
Video: Wild new Husky
07 December 2006 by
Husqvarna launched an amazing new supermoto at the Milan show and we’ve got video of the new bike. The incredible machine is purpose designed and comes complete with a unique adjustable frame. ...
Video: £70,000 MV F4
07 December 2006 by
MV Agusta has launched the most radical version of the F4 yet with the incredible, limited edition F4 CC. The bike is named after the MV boss and bike designer, Claudio Castiglioni, and will sell...
New Guzzi's launched
07 December 2006 by
Guzzi has launched its 2007 model range at the Milan show and we’ve got video of the bikes. The line-up includes a new Griso, a custom bike and an entry level version of the Norge tourer. The new...
Aprilia unveil '07 Mana
07 December 2006 by
Aprilia has revealed a whole range of new bikes at the Milan show today (Tuesday). The new models include the new Mana 850. A radical machine using another new engine – this time an SOHC, 850cc...
Aprilia unveil '07 Shiver
07 December 2006 by
Aprilia has revealed a whole range of new bikes at the Milan show today (Tuesday). The new models include the Shiver 750, a naked sportsbike powered by a new 95bhp DOHC V-twin. Designed to...
Video: 1098 Milan launch
07 December 2006 by
Ducati officially launched its new 1098 superbike at the Milan show today and we’ve got the first video of the full bike. The new machine will come in both standard and S versions as well as a...
Video: Ducati 1098 spied
07 December 2006 by
Just week’s before it’s due to make it’s first public appearance at the MIlan bike show, Ducati’s 1098 has been spied testing outside the factory and we’ve got the first video of the bike in action.
2007 R1 chopped
07 December 2006 by
Following the unveiling of the brand new R1, Yamaha secluded a small section of their stand at this years Intermot in Cologne for one of the best features of the show. Not only was the superb looking...
Video: Kawasaki Z1000
07 December 2006 by
Kawasaki launched its 2007 range of bikes at a special event at the Intermot show in Cologne, Germany – and you can see video of the new Z1000 here.
Video: Kawasaki ZX-6R
07 December 2006 by
Kawasaki launched its 2007 range of bikes at a special event at the Intermot show in Cologne, Germany – and you can see video of all the bikes here. See the new ZX-6R on stage
Video: Kawasaki Versys
07 December 2006 by
Kawasaki launched its 2007 range of bikes at a special event at the Intermot show in Cologne, Germany – and you can see video of all the bikes here. watch the Versys 650 take to the runway
Video: Kawasaki GTR1400
07 December 2006 by
Kawasaki launched its 2007 range of bikes at a special event at the Intermot show in Cologne, Germany – and you can see video of all the bikes here. See video of the massive new GTR1400 tourer here.
Video: 07 Yamaha R1
07 December 2006 by
Yamaha launched its 2007 range at Intermot in Germany on Tuesday including a brand new R1 and FZ6 – and you can watch the video here. Watch the launch of the brand new Yamaha R1 and see the bike in action for the first time.
Intermot: 2007 Benellis
07 December 2006 by
Benelli has got in on the act today at Cologne for the 2007 Intermot bike show dragging the covers from three new concept bikes, all falling into different motorcycling categories. Firstly is the...
Video: New Hornet 600
07 December 2006 by
Honda’s exclusive pre-Intermot show in Cologne, Germany, saw the launch of the brand new Hornet 600 and we’ve got the first video. Watch the clip to see the Hornet in action then hear the bikes...
Goldwing airbag explodes
07 December 2006 by
Honda gave a graphic demonstration of its Goldwing airbag system at its pre-Intermot show in Cologne, Germany, and we’ve got video of it going off on stage. Honda made a big play on its new push...
1098 picture special
06 December 2006 by
In this week’s MCN, out Wednesday, December 6, Editor Marc Potter brings you news of the 1098 launch at Kyalami. Here are just some of his thoughts and to read the rest check out MCN. This is not just...
Video: Voxan Charade
05 December 2006
“MCN tested the new Voxan Charade on French roads this week so we captured some exclusive footage of the new bike just for you. The French-made bike is available through the firms new UK importer...
Free fully comp insurance for Suzukis
04 December 2006 by
Suzuki is offering free fully comprehensive insurance on all SV650 and Bandit 650 models until the end of December. Covering both faired and naked models, the promotion offers even greater choice with...
Test ride the Piaggio MP3
04 December 2006 by
Now it’s your chance to test ride Piaggio’s radical MP3 three-wheeled scooter. Piaggio is inviting you to come and test ride its MP3 on December 8-10 at its dealers across London. MCN had great...
Exclusive: Piaggio boss chats to MCN
01 December 2006 by
Two years ago Piaggio UK’s Managing Director, Tony Campbell, was racing against Dani Pedrosa. Here he gives MCN his first press interview. The Piaggio Group’s ambitions for global domination and...
What 600 do you want?
01 December 2006 by
Following the launch of so many new superbikes over recent weeks, MCN would like to know what you think. For next week’s paper, out on Wednesday, December 6, 2006, we would like to know whether you...