Tony Carter
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Watch Bridgestone’s new Rossi film
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Bridgestone and motorcycle racing legend Valentino Rossi recently came together near the nine-times World Champion’s home, Tavullia, Italy to collaborate on a stunning promotional film celebrating their winning partnership. The film showcases how both Bridgestone and Valentino ‘share’ a winning DNA, starting out from humble beginnings before going on to become leaders in the world…
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How to buy a Kawasaki GPz500S (1987–1994)
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The first of the budget bikes, a good GPZ is a bargain today… The GPz500S fell between bikes like Yamaha’s revvy two-stroke RD350 YPVS, and Kawasaki’s own – once class-leading – four cylinder four-stroke GPZ600R. The sporty looks were more than skin deep: with a minimalistic chassis it could turn a ride into something…
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Knox Handroid gloves review
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Tested by: John Milbank RRP: £169.99 More info: www.planet-knox.com or call 01900 825825 In 18 years, these are the most comfortable gloves I’ve worn. Described as ‘creepy’ by my wife, the flexible spines on the tops of the fingers slide in and out as you move your hand. They’re not just a gimmick though – every part…
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2014 BMW R1200RT review
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£15,390 | 125bhp | 92lb-ft | liquid-cooled boxer twin Tested by Roland Brown. Motorcycle Journalist and former international racer, Roland Brown is one of the world’s most respected bike testers. Subscribe to his fantastic YouTube channel – iMotorcycle Video – here. The initials RT have stood for a touring version of BMW’s boxer ever since the…
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New environmentally-friendly bike cleaner from Mudbuster
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Manufactured in Northern Ireland using 100% UK sourced products Mudbuster is a whole range of cleaning products that aims to challenge the big names of the current cleaning products market. A credible and environmentally friendly product which contains absolutely no caustic acids – the products contain natural degreasing and waxing agents which perform to…
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New communication system from Interphone
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Communication expert Interphone has launched the brand new MC-interphone series to its extensive range of products. The F3MC is a communication system from Interphone that connects wirelessly to a mobile phone, sat-nav and music player. It includes a rider-to-pillion intercom that can be used with a second device (Interphone or another brand) and allows…
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916 designer Massimo Tamburini has passed away
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Our thoughts are with the family after hearing that Massimo Tamburini, the man responsible for designing the iconic Ducati 916, has passed away at the age of 70. Tamburini was diagnosed with lung cancer late in 2013 and had been receiving treatment at an advanced medical centre near his home in San Marino. Tamburini’s…
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Kawasaki Z1000SX Long term review | A motorcycle brings you closer
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Motor Cycle Monthly and MoreBikes.co.uk editor John Milbank rediscovers the joy of two-up rides on his long-term test Kawasaki Z1000SX Rider: John Milbank Bike: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX Miles this month: 560 Miles in total: 560 Cost when new: £9699 Highlights this month: Getting back on the road with my wife as pillion Lowlights this month:…
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Being older and safer doesn’t mean having less fun!
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Maybe I’m getting older, but I’m pretty sure it’s got more to do with my four-year-old daughter: I’m a much more careful rider these days. Now don’t get me wrong, that doesn’t mean I don’t still have fun. At Cadwell Park on a Focused Events track day the other week, all I wanted to…
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2014 BMW S1000R Sport Review
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£11,390 | Liquid-cooled four cylinder | 160bhp | 83lb-ft Tested by Roland Brown. Motorcycle Journalist and former international racer, Roland Brown is one of the world’s most respected bike testers. Subscribe to his fantastic YouTube channel – iMotorcycle Video – here. It’s four years since BMW dropped the 190bhp bombshell of the S1000RR on the motorcycle…
