Mark Lancaster
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Moto Morini GOES BIG!
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Speaking to the press, Moto Morini’s General Manager Alberto Monni said that there’s a whole host of new machines earmarked for production in the not-too-distant future. Following its takeover by Chinese automotive giant Zhongeng in 2018, things went a bit quiet at the historic Italian firm. It stated its plans to significantly increase production and…
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Honda – looking to encourage more to try riding
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Honda’s new ‘Ride Free’ campaign aims to encourage more people to try riding motorcycles – and they are offering frees ride to anybody who’s interested. Honda knows that motorcycles and scooters are good fun, as well as great transport. So it has a simple and straightforward offer to those contemplating getting started on two wheels…
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New Rider Hub launches to support new and young motorcyclists
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South Yorkshire Safer Roads Partnership (SYSRP) is launching a one-stop shop for new and young powered two-wheeler (PTW) riders to help them safely navigate life on the road. SYSRP is helping to promote the new website, which contains a host of information on subjects including training, maintenance, security and insurance. It is hoped that the…
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Yamaha UK’s new Certified Pre-Owned platform
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Yamaha has announced the launch of its new Certified Pre-Owned platform, enabling riders to buy used Yamaha motorcycles with the extra peace of mind that it has been checked and approved by an authorised Yamaha dealer. In essence, YOU (Yamaha Offers You) Certified Pre-Owned is a guarantee that a pre-owned Yamaha has been thoroughly checked…
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‘Noise Camera’ fines for loud exhausts (Not yet!)
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It was announced recently that the Department for Transport would be trailing noise cameras aimed at catching and fining drivers and riders with loud exhausts across four areas in England and Wales. Understandably, many bikers were concerned, particularly those who adhere to the adage, ‘Loud Pipes Save Lives’, and believe that making a bit of…
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SPEED LIMITERS coming to motorcycling?
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Speed limiting software is set to become mandatory for all new cars in the UK from this July. Are motorcycles coming next? The British Motorcyclists Federation has spoken out about the possibility of all new bikes being fitted with speed-limiting software. It comes ahead of the implementation of new rules which see new cars being…
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MAG campaigns for BUS LANE ACCESS FOR BIKES
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Bikers should be allowed access to all bus lanes in the UK, campaigners say. At present, the use of bus lanes by motorcyclists isn’t consistent. Some transport authorities allow it, others ban bikers from the routes. Now a Motorcycle Action Group report has identified that only 56 of the 159 transport authorities in the UK…
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BREAKING NEWS: TRIUMPH ANNOUNCES THE ACQUISITION OF THE ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE MANUFACTURER OSET BIKES
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Triumph announces the acquisition of the electric motorcycle manufacturer OSET Bikes, as part of their wider plan of offering a full range of off-road motorcycles and nurture a new generation of motorcycle riders. Ahead of the launch of the Motocross and Enduro range, Triumph Motorcycles takes another exciting step in the off-road world through the…
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Honda’s V-Twin Alternative
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Steve Cooper investigates: It’s late 1995 and the premier class of Grand Prix motorcycle racing is beginning to look just a little stale and stilted. The series has become a three-horse race between Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha, all with running variations on the theme of four-cylinder two-strokes. Every single machine on the track that stands…
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BMW R1250GS – does it still lead the pack?
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Gary Hartshome checks if the GS still leads the pack.. The instigator of all things adventure in the motorcycle world continues to evolve since its launch over 40 years ago. The GS’ engine has grown in capacity, the mechanical features have advanced, and rider aids have become plentiful, but is it still the King? My…
