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New motorcycles for 2024 - upcoming bike models and in-depth features from the world's best motorcycling publication, MCN.

From extreme in-line fours to hybrid nakeds, there’s a lot of new metal on offer during 2024, with more to come in 2025. MCN is first to give you all the breaking news and in-depth analysis.

New BMW R1200GS revealed

02 October 2012 by MCN

New BMW R1200GS revealed

The new BMW R1200GS will use a 125bhp water/air cooled motor and feature semi-active suspension. The biggest change comes in the engine, with the introduction for the first time of water-cooling.

Peugeot Metropolis 400 Three Wheeler Unveiled.

02 October 2012 by Andy Downes

Peugeot Metropolis 400 Three Wheeler Unveiled.

Peugeot have just taken the wraps off a brand new 400 cc three wheeler scooter to rival the Piaggio MP3. This is the first new scooter from Peugeot following a promise made in 2010 to overhaul its...

New Metal at Cologne Show

02 October 2012 by Andy Downes

New Metal at Cologne Show

Our MCN news team are in Cologne for the 2013 Intermot Cologne Bike Show, where 100s of members of the press are about to see new bikes being unveiled including the new BMW R1200GS, Triumph Street...

Poll: Should all new car drivers be required to do a CBT too?

01 October 2012 by MCN

Poll: Should all new car drivers be required to do a CBT too?

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Warlord

28 September 2012 by Steve Lloyd

Warlord

I’ve just bought a Honda VFR1200 in Black 2012 model. Its got all the updated features and a full Luggage kit for £10,999 brand new on the road. I’ve been delighted with the bike it looks great,...

Peugeot Onyx concept unveiled

27 September 2012 by MCN

Peugeot Onyx concept unveiled

This is French car/scooter/cycle firm Peugeot’s latest concept vehicle, the Onyx Supertrike, as unveiled at the Paris Motor Show. Although at first glance it seems to be just another MP3-alike,...

Honda tease next NC700

26 September 2012 by MCN

Honda tease next NC700

Honda has revealed this outline image of a new concept bike at a presentation in Tokyo which will be shown in full at next week’s Cologne bike show, and go on sale in early 2013. Honda boss Takanobu...

Poll: Is Honda's RC213V for the road a complete waste of effort?

25 September 2012 by MCN

Poll: Is Honda's RC213V for the road a complete waste of effort?

Honda has officially announced it will be putting a road-going version of the RC213V into production for 2014 as it tries to give a massive boost of excitement to the Honda brand. But is there any...

2013 Yamaha FJR1300 leaked

25 September 2012 by Andy Downes

2013 Yamaha FJR1300 leaked

Yamaha’s revised FJR1300 tourer was accidentally leaked for a brief period yesterday. The bike doesn’t show any major changes but it can be seen to have new side fairings, a slightly revised subframe...

Honda will make RC213V for the road

21 September 2012 by Andy Downes

Honda will make RC213V for the road

Honda has officially confirmed it will be putting a road-going version of the RC213V into production for 2014 as it tries to give a massive boost of excitement to the Honda brand. Honda boss Takanobu...

Honda’s 134mpg scooter

20 September 2012 by Steve Farrell

Honda’s 134mpg scooter

Honda’s latest 125 scooter will do a claimed 133.9mpg – around 50% more than the most fuel efficient petrol cars. The new SH125i has 16-inch wheels and space under the seat for a full-face helmet.

2013 KTM 1190 Adventure – official pictures released

20 September 2012 by Phil West

2013 KTM 1190 Adventure – official pictures released

Following yesterday’s leak of the first brochure shots of KTM’s eagerly awaited new 1190 Adventure, the Austrian factory has now decided to officially unveil the bike in advance of the forthcoming...

New KTM 1190 Adventure breaks cover

19 September 2012 by Phil West

New KTM 1190 Adventure breaks cover

This official brochure pic of KTM’s all-new 1190 Adventure has leaked out of the factory ahead of its scheduled unveiling at the Cologne Show on October 2. Apparently, KTM themselves mistakenly posted...

Poll: Should every motorcyclist own a Ducati at some point?

18 September 2012

Poll: Should every motorcyclist own a Ducati at some point?

Next week’s MCN (out September 26) features the world first test of Ducati’s semi-active suspension Multistrada 1200. This wildly advanced motorcycle provoked an office discussion about Ducatis in...

2013 ‘Skyhook’ Ducati Multistradas unveiled

18 September 2012 by Phil West

2013 ‘Skyhook’ Ducati Multistradas unveiled

Ducati’s updated 2013 Multistrada line-up has just broken cover – with the top-of-the-range models now featuring the firm’s innovative new semi-active suspension system, ‘Skyhook’, as predicted by MCN...

New sporty 125 for £2399

14 September 2012 by MCN

New sporty 125 for £2399

Learners looking for sports bike styling on a budget can now get the 125RR from WK Bikes for £2399. Chinese-made it has adjustable shocks and USD forks with twin front discs. It’s available in red or...

Husqvarna Strada and Terra on sale next month

14 September 2012 by Steve Farrell

Husqvarna Strada and Terra on sale next month

Husqvarna’s latest road bike is due to arrive in UK dealers early in October. The supermoto-style TR650 Strada uses the single-cylinder engine from BMW’s G650GS but tuned for 57bhp, up from 47. It...

New Yamaha Race Blu paintjob

14 September 2012 by Andy Downes

New Yamaha Race Blu paintjob

This new Race Blu paintjob seen here on the Yamaha YZF-R1 is the highlight of a series of colour changes for many of the 2013 Yamahas with no mechanical changes at all. Race Blu, which comprises blue...

New Kawasaki ZX-6R officially unveiled

13 September 2012 by Liam Marsden

New Kawasaki ZX-6R officially unveiled

As revealed by MCN last month, the 2013 Kawasaki ZX-6R will return to a displacement of 636cc, with strong low to mid range power for a more tractable engine. Kawasaki has officially unveiled the...

Optional extras

07 September 2012 by Anonymous

Perusing the pages of one of Britain’s more respectable newspapers (if there is such a thing nowadays), I came across an interesting article on the subject of added extras on modern cars. Apparently the average car driver is fed up with the countless and often useless options available on their car, with nearly 90% saying they wished manufacturers would just go back to basics. Drivers’ biggest...

Triumph unveil new Explorer XC

03 September 2012 by Phil West

Triumph unveil new Explorer XC

This is Triumph’s new XC version of its Explorer 1200 – the surprise unveiling and one of the highlights of the weekend’s Triumph Live at Mallory Park. Built as a more, rugged, off-road orientated...

Ducati 1199 Panigale recall

03 September 2012 by Andy Davidson

Ducati 1199 Panigale recall

Ducati UK has issued a recall for its 2012 1199 Panigale. The notice, which will affect 618 units, states three different problems with the machine. Ducati will be contacting the owners affected by...

Bentley V6 Roadster concept

22 August 2012 by Oberdan Bezzi

Bentley V6 Roadster concept

Could Bentley be the other motorcycle brand of the Volkswagen Group? Here’s my concept for the Bentley V6 Roadster.

New Ossa Trialster for 2013

17 August 2012 by MCN

New Ossa Trialster for 2013

This is Ossa’s brand new, 2013 flagship trials machine, the TR280i. The new bike gets front suspension from Marzocchi and rear suspension from Ohlins as well as an improved clutch and improved...

0% finance on new MV Agustas

17 August 2012 by MCN

0% finance on new MV Agustas

MV Agusta is offering 0% finance over a period of up to four years on the F4 1000 and Brutale ranges. The offer means the MV Agusta Brutale 920 – introduced last year – can be had for £109 a month...

£1000 worth of free extras with Ducati Multistrada

16 August 2012 by MCN

£1000 worth of free extras with Ducati Multistrada

If you buy a new Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Sport or Touring before October 31 you’ll receive £1000 of free accessories to add to your new bike. Customers will be able to choose from a sport or touring...

2013 Husaberg enduro range revealed

15 August 2012 by Liam Marsden

2013 Husaberg enduro range revealed

Husaberg has announced the changes to their enduro range for 2013, which includes an entirely new model. The new model, which will be available from September, is the Husaberg FE 250 – the first 250cc...

Video: Horex VR6 onboard

15 August 2012 by MCN

Video: Horex VR6 onboard

Video shot by German magazine Motorrad has revealed the distinctive sound of the new Horex VR6 Roadster. The VR6 makes 161bhp and produces 100ftlb of torque, delivered at low rpm – 66ftlb of torque is...

Sheene inspired Suzuki Gladius launched

10 August 2012 by Liam Marsden

Sheene inspired Suzuki Gladius launched

Suzuki has launched a limited edition Gladius with Barry Sheene inspired paint scheme. The 1970s RG500 inspired bike will be available for a limited time from authorised Suzuki dealers at a cost of...

New Kawasaki ZX-6R spied

09 August 2012 by Andy Downes

New Kawasaki ZX-6R spied

This is the 2013 Kawasaki ZX-6R, spied while filming a Kawasaki promotional video, which reveals the firm has gone back to the big-bore 636cc designation of previous years. The spy shots have emerged...

Vyrus Moto2 bike for sale

09 August 2012 by MCN

Vyrus Moto2 bike for sale

Italian specialist motorcycle manufacturer Vyrus is selling one of its 986 M2 Moto2 bikes for £29,500. The bike is powered by a Honda CBR600RR engine  and has hub-centre steering along with MotoGP...

Poll: Do you really want semi-active suspension?

08 August 2012 by MCN

Poll: Do you really want semi-active suspension?

The new BMW S1000RR HP4 will have technology that automatically adjusts the suspension damping depending on how you’re riding. It could mean the end of suspension twiddling, but it’ll no doubt cost a...

New Victory Boardwalk revealed

02 August 2012 by Liam Marsden

New Victory Boardwalk revealed

Victory has revealed the new Victory Boardwalk, which replaces the Kingpin in their cruiser range. The Boardwalk uses Victory’s usual 1740cc air-cooled V-twin engine and runs on 16-inch wire wheels...

New Kawasaki Ninja 250R unveiled

02 August 2012 by Liam Marsden

New Kawasaki Ninja 250R unveiled

The Kawasaki Ninja 250R gets a significant update for 2013, with a whole new look as well as modifications to the engine and optional ABS. The 249cc parallel twin engine gets new pistons and...

Destination dealer: Win a Honda Fireblade

01 August 2012 by MCN

Destination dealer: Win a Honda Fireblade

ADVERTISING PROMOTION This year marks the 20th anniversary of the mighty Honda Fireblade, the bike that re-defined the sports bike market. Honda dealers throughout the land will be celebrating on...

Poll: What would make you fall in love with 600cc sports bikes?

31 July 2012 by MCN

Poll: What would make you fall in love with 600cc sports bikes?

New 600cc sportsbike sales have fallen through the floor. What would make you fall in love them again? pollcomment