Ross Mowbray
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The MCIA needs YOU. Help promote bikes and scooters as an alternative to public transport.
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The MCIA is asking bikers and scooterists to write to their MPs and ask why the government isn’t promoting two wheelers as an alternative to public transport. With social distancing still in place to help limit the spread of the coronavirus, you’d think the government would be shouting about the advantages of motorcycles and scooters.…
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VIDEO: Scrambling in the ‘60s. Archive film to take you back in time.
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We love a bit of archive film here at MoreBikes – and the latest to catch our eye is ‘Scrambling for it’, which takes a look at scrambling in the UK in the 1960s. The film’s part of the Rank Organisation’s ‘Look at Life’ series – and this one in particular takes a look at…
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RUMOURED: Royal Enfield’s working on a 650cc scrambler.
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Rumours have started swirling that Royal Enfield’s working on another bike built around its 650cc parallel twin engine. This time it’s a scrambler. Over the last few days, the Indian motorcycle press has been shouting that Royal Enfield’s next project will be a 650cc scrambler. The rumour started following a webinar held earlier this week…
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Honda files patent for CB4X CONCEPT. Could it be coming for 2021?
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Design drawings have been uncovered which confirm Honda’s starting to get serious about its CB4X concept which was shown at EICMA last year. Honda’s CB4X concept bike received a lot of love when it was show at EICMA – and it seems the Japanese factory is taking steps to start production of the mid-size sport…
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WSB: Race organisers look into increasing the maximum engine size allowed in World Superbikes. 1200cc V4s could be coming to a racetrack near YOU.
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Gregorio Lavilla, Sports Director of the Superbike World Championship, has suggested that he’s looking into increasing the maximum engine displacement allowed in the race series. WSBK is studying to increase the maximum engine displacement to 1,100 or 1,200 cc for some engines. This would be especially interesting for Italian manufacturers, whose standard V4 engines cover…
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RUMOURED: Jawa prepares to return to Europe
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The Indian motorcycle media has hinted that Jawa is gearing up to start selling bikes in Europe. Jawa has been going from strength to strength following its relaunch in India last year. And now, the historic Czech brand is rumoured to be readying bikes for the European market. Jawa was bought by Indian automotive giant…
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TT 2020: It’s happened. The Classic TT has been CANCELLED too.
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A statement has been released which confirms that this year’s Isle of Man Classic TT has been cancelled as a result of the ongoing coronavirus crisis. The decision was made by the Isle of Man Government and the Manx Motor Cycle Club – and although the news won’t come as a massive surprise, there will…
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SAVE SOME CASH: Suzuki offers £500 OFF alongside 0% finance campaign.
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Suzuki is offering to knock £500 off a range of its bikes which are currently available as part of its four-year 0% hire purchase finance deal. The latest money-saving offer from Suzuki follows the most recent government announcement, which allows dealerships to take orders online or over the phone and deliver new bikes and parts…
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GET ON 2 WHEELS: Part Four. Module Two Test.
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Thinking about getting on two wheels? The final part of the process is the Module Two test. WHAT’S INVOLVED? During your Module Two test you’ll be judged on your ability to ride safely on the road, in accordance with the Highway Code – and it’ll take around an hour to complete. The test is broken…
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GET ON 2 WHEELS: Part Three. Module One Test.
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Thinking about getting on two wheels? Now it’s time to tackle the Module One test. MODULE ONE Ok, so you’ve decided you’d like to ride a motorcycle – and you’ve got your hands on your Compulsory Basic Training certficate. The next step to get your hands on your full motorcycle licence is Module One. For…
