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What we Wear: Held Annone GTX Waterproof motorcycle boots
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The Held Annone GTX Gore-Tex Motorcycle Boots are a premium offering from German manufacturer Held. These boots are designed to provide maximum protection, comfort, and durability – and I’ve been using these now for about 10 months, through all weathers! One of the standout features is the full-grain leather construction. Full-grain leather is known for…
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RIDER SKILLS: Riding on Motorways
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Motorways are great for covering distance in no time, but they come with a whole set of considerations that you need to appreciate to make your progress safe. We talked to Harrison Browne from Phoenix Motorcycle Training to get an idea of the key areas to concentrate on… Although motorways are the UK’s safest roads,…
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Quick Spin: Triumph Tiger 900
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The middleweight adventure bike market is seriously competitive at the moment. Triumph’s Tiger 900 has never really been the go-to choice for those who like riding on the rough stuff, with other, more stripped-back machines getting the headlines. But maybe it deserves a closer look. That’s just what our editor Ross has done… A relaxed…
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First Impressions: Moto Guzzi Stelvio
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Editor Ross has been the Moto Guzzi Stelvio in Spain. What does he think? Here’s what you need to know: We’ve been out in the hills near Almeria in Spain to find out what the new Moto Guzzi Stelvio is made of. Named after the legendary Italian pass and based largely on the much-lauded V100…
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Long Termer: Suzuki GSX-8S
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Stu Baker’s put nearly 3000 miles on the GSX-8S in six months. Here’s what’s been happening with Stu: I had been riding for almost seven hours and had covered 354 miles. There were just six miles to go and, while the Suzuki GSX-8S had passed her first touring test with flying colours, I was getting…
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Fancy a crack at the Cannonball Bike Run? Here’s how.
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The Cannonball Bike Run’s heading to Asia to celebrate its 20th anniversary – and there’s still time for you to get involved. The bonkers eight-day, 3,300km rally kicks off at the Brno circuit in the Czech Republic and finishes at Sunny Beach in Bulgaria – via the gateway to the East; Istanbul, and the infamous…
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Triumph: New 2024 Tiger 1200 roars in…
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Triumph Motorcycles has announced the latest enhancements and additions to its Tiger 1200 family, taking the range to a new level of sophistication. These updates include even more refined engine performance, enhanced comfort and ergonomics, improved cornering capability and lower seat height thanks to Active Preload Reduction, as well as striking new colour options. Triumph’s…
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More powerful Rocket 3 Storm on the way?
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Swiss homologation records confirm the potential introduction of a 180 HP Triumph Rocket 3 equipped with titanium valves. This is what we’ve heard: The Swiss authorities have recently received approval documents from the Hinckley company regarding a revamped edition of their Rocket 3 Storm. This updated version boasts increased power and torque, thanks to targeted…
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Pricing announced for the new Moto Guzzi V85 range
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The new Moto Guzzi V85 is one of the most eagerly awaited bikes of 2024. The three models available from Moto Guzzi dealers in March are: The V85 Strada, designed for daily use. It stands out with its alloy wheels and street tyres, low front mudguard, and three Riding Modes (Road, Rain, Sport), which manage…
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MIT Electric Vehicle Team building hydrogen-powered bike
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The Electric Vehicle Team at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has built a hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric motorcycle.
