Mark Lancaster
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What we wear: Draken S Star full-face motorcycle helmet
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Having sported a black lid so far this year, I wanted a motorcycle helmet for the darker, dingier months to give me a better chance of being seen. The Draken S Star full-face motorcycle helmet from Spanish helmet manufacturer Axxis in gloss fluor red has not disappointed – unsurprisingly, I feel more visible! Yes, it’s…
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New kit: Munro Armoured Motorcycle Shirt from Roadskin
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Named in tribute to legendary motorcycle rider Burt Munro, this shirt offers AA-rated protection for motorcycle riders while remaining lightweight and comfortable. With its Kevlar® lining, this product is meticulously crafted to safeguard against unforeseen mishaps, allowing you to fully relish the joys of life on two wheels, all the while looking stylish and turning…
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Single and ready to mingle: Ducati’s Hypermotard 698 Mono
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Introducing the latest addition to the Ducati Hypermotard family – the 698 Mono. This new model, unveiled today, has a single-cylinder engine known as the ‘Superquadro Mono’. The Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono boasts class-leading supermoto performance as the first single-cylinder model from Bologna in decades! Here’s what you need to know. The Superquadro Mono engine,…
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Quick Spin: Indian Sport Chief
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Forgetting that Indian’s first bikes were famous for their sporting achievements prior to the First World War, Mossy gets surprised by a cruiser that has lots to offer. WORDS: Chris Moss PHOTOS: Indian Motorcycle The new Sport model is the fourth alternative in the Chief line-up, and as its name indicates, it’s the sportiest of…
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Scheme to improve biker safety
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You never stop learning – which is why a new police-backed plan is encouraging bikers to improve their road safety with some additional training. Here’s the lowdown. The scheme is part of a new ‘Vulnerable Road Users Operation’ instigated by the National Police Chiefs’ Council – following the release of a batch of figures which…
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Ridden: The NEW Royal Enfield Himalayan
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Chad’s over in India right now, riding the NEW Royal Enfield Himalayan, and it’s VERY hush-hush. We can show you some photos, but we can’t tell you Chad’s verdict or any specifications on the bike at the moment. One thing we can say though is it looks fabulous, and we’ll bring you Chad’s update as…
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CFMOTO electric motocross bike
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The official statement is that CFMOTO is embarking on the development of electric motocross, however, it can also be put forward as KTM’s venture into creating electric dirt bikes. This was hinted at in a teaser video starring Ronnie Renner. Are they being developed once more, either temporarily or permanently? However you view it, this…
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New Bikes: Aprilia’s RS 457
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The Italian firm’s looking to snap up sales in the learner legal market, revealing a proper A2-compliant sportsbike in the form of its new RS 457. Here’s what you need to know. Riders of a sporty disposition have got plenty to get excited about next year. There’s some exciting stuff going on at the lower…
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Ducati to debut in Motocross
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Ducati is embarking on a new and meaningful journey as the iconic red of Borgo Panigale makes its debut in the world of motocross. Ducati has enlisted the expertise of nine-time MX World Champion Antonio Cairoli to serve as their high-performance test rider for the upcoming racing program. 24 October 2023 marks the debut of…
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The Kove 450 Rally is coming
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There’s about to be an exciting new option for off-road riders who dream of Dakar Rallys… the Kove 450 Rally. The Chinese firm’s only been around since 2017, but after showing its bike at EICMA last year and competing in the 2023 Dakar Rally, it’s starting to become pretty clear the company has big plans…
