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Norton releases OFFICIAL statement about customer deposits
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Norton Motorcycles has issued its first official statement outlining the company’s stance on the customer deposits received during the previous owners reign. Norton’s new parent company TVS has got some work to do to rebuild the reputation of the iconic British brand. It’s being proactive though, as it attempts to right the wrongs of the…
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WIN a very special Pro-Am Yamaha RD250LC!
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If you want to win a very special machine ridden by the likes of Alan Carter (former 250cc GP winner) Niall Mackenzie (three-time BSB champ) then look no further! Daryll Young who runs IDP Moto – the people behind some of Niall Mackenzie, Shane ‘Shakey’ Byrne and Steve ‘Stavros’ Parrish’s restorations – said: “Back…
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Aprilia’s RS 660 is HERE. 100bhp. 183kg. £10,149.
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The Italian factory has just released its hotly anticipated mid-capacity sportbike; and it should be a good ‘un. We’ve been talking about Aprilia’s new RS 660 for a couple of years. After seeing the prototype in the flesh at EICMA 2018 and getting a bit more information during last year’s show season, we’ve seen design…
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Aprilia’s working on a new THREE-WHEELER. Challenger for Yamaha’s funky Niken.
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Aprilia has filed designs for a three-wheeled motorcycle, that looks to be following in the footsteps of Yamaha’s leaning multi-wheeler oddity, the Niken. The patent offers a pretty comprehensive view of the machine and is packed with intricate details, so chances are the bike/trike is probably well on its way. At this stage we don’t…
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Rev your engines, Classic Superbikes by Frank Melling is here
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There are many great books about classic motorcycling which are packed with fascinating technical information and critical dates in a bike’s production life. Classic Superbikes, by Frank Melling, isn’t one of them. This book is a tale of 15 classic bikes, every one of which keeps you awake at night just thinking about them. There…
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Unlock Your Freedom: Take advantage of the benefits of commuting on two wheels!
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Looking for an enjoyable and economical way to travel, especially during these troubling times? Commute on a scooter or motorcycle! The MCIA have launched a fantastic campaign – #UnlockYourFreedom – to urge the public to take advantage of all the benefits of riding on two wheels, including the ability to commute in isolation. Here are…
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‘Baby’ BMW G310GS gets updates for 2021
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BMW has announced an updated version of the smallest model in the BMW Motorrad range – the G310GS – for 2021.
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VIDEO: Honda tease more of new Forza 750
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Honda is preparing to unveil a new Forza scooter for 2021. But this one will be bigger than ever before.
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Polaris joins forces with Zero Motorcycles. Does that mean there’s an ELECTRIC Indian coming soon?
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The American automotive giant has just joined forces Zero Motorcycles to electrify a range of its vehicles. At the minute, the ten year deal includes its snowmobiles and off-road vehicles – but not the Indian Motorcycles brand. But considering the recent news that the resurgent Indian factory is planning on releasing an electric bike in…
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Honda CB650R and CBR650R get updates for 2021
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The major update for the 650 twins is improvements to the bikes’ handling abilities, with the application of 41mm Showa Separate Function Big Piston USD forks. Honda say the forks will offer a big improvement on the front end feel. The new Euro5 compliance rules means Honda have had to make several changes to the…
