Bike Kit

The best motorcycle cleaning products tried and tested by MCN | The stuff that really works

Yesterday 15:07 by Ben Clarke

Some bikers relish getting out the bucket and sponge and setting about cleaning their motorcycle with all manner of lotions and potions – but I am definitely not one of them. The easier you can make...

The best summer motorcycle gear rated by MCN for adventure, cruising, racing and touring

Yesterday 15:06 by Jim Blackstock

One of the best times to go riding is in the summer; bright sunshine, warm weather and long hours of daylight make any ride even more fun. And the prospect of a ride to the seaside for fish and chips...

Best motorcycle shoes | Why we live in them and how to pick the right ones for you

Yesterday 15:03 by Phil Clarke

Motorcycles are a great way to get to work, nip down to the shops, and make social calls in style. But as practical as they are for getting around, that means the kit we wear is often made with...

Best motorcycle locks to keep your motorcycle safe and secure

Yesterday 14:58 by Jim Blackstock

One of the first lessons you learn when you get a bike is to use motorcycle security of some kind or else it might not be there when you return. However, that ‘might’ from 20 years ago has become...

Wherever you’re headed, MCN shares the best motorcycle sat navs and mobile apps to take you there

Yesterday 14:56 by Robin Kirkley

Motorcycle sat navs are now a commonplace accessory. Many motorcyclists use them for plotting routes and following directions, but also for having sight of useful guidance information as they ride.

Best motorcycle gadgets and accessories | Improve your riding experience

Yesterday 14:54 by Charlotte King

We live in a digital age where it’s difficult to get by without technology. There are lots of gadgets and accessories on the market now that aim to make your riding experience easier and more...

A guide to cleaning your motorcycle chain including tips and the best cleaners

Yesterday 14:32 by Charlotte King

Looking after your motorcycle chain is a really important chore, after all it is the part of your bike that runs the power to your rear wheel unless you own a belt or shaft-driven motorcycle. So chain...

Your guide to top motorcycle camping tents for self-sufficient touring adventures, whatever your budget

Yesterday 14:30 by Robin Kirkley

Motorcycle camping tents are a home away from home that can be carried on your touring bike on any self-sufficient motorcycle camping adventure. It’s where you rest your weary head after a day in the...

Best motorcycle gear for new riders | A buyers guide to finding the kit for you

Yesterday 14:28 by Charlotte King

If you are looking to buy your first motorbike, chances are you are going to be looking to buy yourself some protective kit. The only legal requirement is to wear a helmet (in most states) but there’s...

Motorcycle phone mounts | For easy access to navigation and other apps on your phone while you ride

Yesterday 14:25 by Robin Kirkley

Motorcycle phone mounts are a game changing accessory for riders who like to also use their phones for navigation, and want quick access to their apps while they ride. That includes connecting a...

Motorcycle dash cam buying guide | These high-tech video cameras give you added peace of mind

03 February 2025 by Robin Kirkley

Motorcycle dash cams are just as crucial for capturing incidents and proving innocence as automobile dash cams, yet most motorcyclists don’t bother. Until they wish they had. Jump to: What...

A guide to buying the best women's motorcycle boots, carefully curated by the female riders at MCN

30 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Stereotypically, we ladies love a good pair of shoes, and motorcycle boots should be no different. It’s just as important to protect our feet as it is any other part of our bodies when riding a...

Motorcycle Jump Packs Buying Guide | Bring your bike back from the grave in a flash here on MCN

30 January 2025 by Phil Clarke

There’s no worse feeling than getting ready to go to ride only to hop on, press the ignition, and be met with nothing but cold dead silence. We’re all secretly hoping it won’t happen every time we...

MCN’s guide to choosing the best motorcycle helmet cameras to capture all the action of your ride

30 January 2025 by Robin Kirkley

What some call motorcycle helmet cameras others call action cameras, bodycams or adventure cameras. Different names for the same piece of kit – a camera mounted on your body or motorcycle that...

There's no such thing as women's motorbike helmets and here's why | Expert buying guide

30 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Women’s helmets seems to be a frequently searched term, so I wanted to offer some guidance explaining motorcycle helmets from a female perspective . I spoke with the other ladies on the MCN team about...

Sportsbike Shop open Norwich store on Saturday 1st February bringing their total to 10

29 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Motorcycle kit retailer, Sportsbike Shop are opening a new store in Norwich, bringing their total to ten. It will open it’s doors on Saturday 1st February at 9am, and will be located on Ber Street, in...

RST release new and upgraded Pro Series range with the Paragon 7 jacket and trousers

29 January 2025 by Charlotte King

RST have updated their popular Pro Series textile jacket range with the release of the Paragon 7, the new and improved version of the older Paragon 6. RST claim that the new textiles are the ‘ultimate...

These Continental ContiAttack SM2 tyres took everything we threw at them on road and track

24 January 2025 by Carl Stevens

Supermotos may be light, but they ask a lot of their tyres – whether they are being used for urban commutes or wild, sideways action. For that reason, a supermoto tyre has to deal with a lot. Not only...

Merlin Curborough Heated Gloves | If you’re going to ride through the winter be safe and comfortable

24 January 2025 by Robin Kirkley

The Merlin Curborough Heated gloves can be used as both warm and protective winter gloves without the heating element, and as toasty heated gloves when the temperature drops way down low. Is...

Furygan announce their new and improved range of adventure and touring kit set for 2025 release

23 January 2025 by Charlotte King

French motorcycle kit manufacturer Furygan have revealed their new range of touring and adventure focused kit for 2025. Several new items have been added to the line for this year, including textile...

Sena and Shark team up to release new 2025 intercom systems to replace the previous Sharktooth line

22 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Shark have announced a new line of integrated communication systems in collaboration with Sena. Previously Shark specific intercoms had been coined Sharktooth, but the new units are to be named ‘Sena...

Best textile jacket winter deals | Snag up to 45% off textile jackets we actually wear this winter

21 January 2025 by Phil Clarke

Sportsbike Shop are currently offering a range of textile jackets on discount while stocks last, featuring some of our favourite jackets from top brands like Dainese, Rev’it, Richa, RST, and Oxford.

MCN's buying guide to the best women's ankle motorcycle boots with tried and tested reviews

17 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Ankle length motorcycle boots can be a handy option: they’re shorter cut allowing for a bit more movement and they eliminate the issue of trying to get boots that fit your calves. However, the lower...

Metzeler Roadtec 02 tyre review - 'After over 1000 miles in all conditions they're hard to fault'

16 January 2025 by Carl Stevens

Nowadays, it’s not enough for a motorcycle tyre to do just one thing well. Trackday tyres need to perform in all conditions, off-road tyres need to endure tarmac, and sporty, touring tyres? Well, not...

Neevesy reviews the Oxford Loop Lock, saying "I take this Oxford Loop Lock with me everywhere"

15 January 2025 by Michael Neeves

Oxford offer a range of security devices, from lever locks to ground anchors, U-locks, disc locks and chains. They also sell an array of cable locks from simple zip locks to heavy duty armoured cable...

What's the deal with the Sena 60S Bluetooth headset? Find out what it is and how it works here

13 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Well-known motorcycle intercom manufacturer SENA announced their latest flagship smart communication unit at the Italian Motorcycle Trade Show called EICMA last November, designed to compete with the...

Cardo announce new Mesh Boost features for unlimited connectivity, available to download free soon

13 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Cardo has announced a major update to its Mesh software, unlocking greater connectivity for second-generation Packtalk devices. Mesh Boost is expected to launch in the first quarter of 2025—the...

Sena vs Cardo - MCN's guide to choosing the best helmet headset brand to keep you connected

13 January 2025 by Ben Clarke

If you’re trying to pick your first Bluetooth motorcycle headset and have done some research, you’ve probably noticed that two brands keep coming up: Sena and Cardo. The two companies have oddly...

Here are the best Bluetooth helmets, but should you buy one or stick with a universal comms device?

13 January 2025 by Ben Clarke

Bluetooth connectivity has become a part of everyday life, whether we like it or not. From wearable tech like smartwatches to headphones, cars, speakers, motorcycles… the list goes on and on. One...

The best motorcycle earplugs to protect your hearing on the bike and keep tinnitus at bay

13 January 2025 by Jim Blackstock

Riding motorbikes is a noisy business and so motorcycle earplugs are generally considered to be a good idea. According to a study published by Cambridge University, there is “evidence of both...

MCN's guide to women's motorcycle trousers, from jeans to textiles - written by our expert ladies

08 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Getting women’s motorcycle kit that fits properly can prove tricky and this is definitely the case with women’s motorcycle trousers. Some people may simply ride in regular jeans or trousers. The...

The Bell MX-9 Adventure Helmet | A great value helmet adaptable for both street and off-road riding

07 January 2025 by Adam Oldfield

The Bell MX-9 helmet is a firm staple in the motocross market, and now it’s available in this adventure riding guise. It boasts more road riding features, in part by utilising its built-in flip down...

Could the Sidi Adventure 2 be the perfect adventure and touring motorcycle boots?

07 January 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Sidi’s original incarnation of the Adventure was a fantastic piece of footwear, and one of the first adventure touring boots with proper off-road protection to hit the market. I bought a pair back in...

A guide to women's waterproof motorcycle boots, tried and tested by the expert ladies at MCN

02 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Is there anything worse than having wet feet and soggy socks? A pair of waterproof motorcycle boots are a must for any biker, especially in Britain, where we can get a surprise rain shower on pretty...

Cardo announce new Mesh Boost features for unlimited connectivity, available to download free soon

02 January 2025 by Charlotte King

Cardo have announced a major update to their Mesh software that will unlock greater connectivity for second-generation Packtalk devices. Are you in America? Find the USA version of this page...

Sena vs Cardo - MCN's guide to choosing the best helmet intercom brand to keep you connected

02 January 2025 by Ben Clarke

If you’re trying to choose your first Bluetooth motorcycle intercom and you’ve done a little bit of research, you’ve probably noticed that two brands come up again and again: Sena and Cardo. Are...