Mark Lancaster
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Quick Spin: Benelli TRK 702 X
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We’ve just got our hands on Benelli’s new TRK 702 X, which is vying for attention in the increasingly competitive middleweight adventure bike market. Ross Mowbray sees how it stacks up. Benelli’s on a mission. Since its takeover by Chinese giant QianJiang Motor, it’s churned out an enviable array of bikes – first focusing its…
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What We Wear: Weise Ozark Jacket and Trousers
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Chris Bailey has been using these for a few months. Here’s how he got on: These Ozark textiles from Weise are my go-to. They feel robust, substantial and protective, without feeling restrictive or impeding your movement. That’s something not all textiles offer. The jacket is AA-certified and comes equipped with CE level 1 back armour,…
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Suzuki announces GSX-S1000GX+
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Suzuki has announced a GSX-S1000GX+, a pannier-equipped version of its new-for-2024 GSX-S1000GX, which comes with an OTR price of £15,599, just £1,100 over the GSX-S1000GX. For customers looking for the added carrying capacity the GX+ offers, it represents a saving of £175 over the individual cost of the panniers and fitting. Moreover, including genuine accessory panniers as…
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What We Wear: Held ‘Pentland’ Jacket and Trousers
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MoreBikes Editor Ross has been putting some motorcycle textiles from Held through their paces. Here’s what he thinks: I’ve never worn Held gear before, but the German firm has been on my radar for years. They’re seriously popular on the continent – and when you take a look at the range of their kit, it’s…
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Harley-Davidson 2024 Motorcycles Now Available at Authorised Dealers!
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Additional new models to premier 24th January, too… Harley-Davidson has revealed on H-D.com a portion of its 2024 motorcycle line and announced these bikes are now available at Authorized Harley-Davidson® Dealerships globally, with additional new models to be unveiled soon. The limited-production 2024 models from Harley-Davidson® Custom Vehicle Operations™ (CVO™) and more new Harley-Davidson® motorcycle models will be revealed with a unique…
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TOP GEAR: Gerbing Heated Glove Liner
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It’s not so easy to get your hands on (and in) a pair of heated gloves without spending a good wedge of cash. But to keep costs down, how about considering this pair of heated liners which sit inside your usual riding gloves? Made from Lycra with heating elements running the length of each finger…
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TOP GEAR: Kriega OS-32 Pannier
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When it comes to motorcycle luggage, Kreiga’s right at the top of its game. Over the years it’s become the go-to choice for bikers in the know. If you’ve never tried their gear before, and you’re in the market for some soft panniers to kit out your adventure bike for your next expedition, the new…
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TOP GEAR : Shoei Neotec 3 System Helmet
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Top Japanese crash-hat maker Shoei has released the latest version of its flip-front system helmet, the Neotec 3. It’s fully homologated to ECE 22.06 regs, with dual approval for open and closed use. The outer shell uses a new Advanced Integrated Matrix (AIM) composite fibreglass material with even better performance than before. The flip- front…
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Top Gear: Weise ION Heated Gloves
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Now that we’re experiencing some more refreshing climatic conditions, it isn’t time to park up the bike for the winter, but rather equip ourselves to carry on riding through to the spring. The Weise Ion gloves are made with a combination of textile and full-grain leather – dual layered over critical zones – with KP1…
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Long Termers: Indian Challenger
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Motorcycle Sport & Leisure Magazine Editor Dave Manning feeds back on his five months with the Indian he intercontinental ballistic cruise missile that is the Challenger has now returned to Indian. There are a few things that I’ll not miss, as I slide my weary behind on to any one of a number of significantly…
