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New motorcycle GPS sat nav includes iGO navigation maps
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Interphone has launched an update to its satellite navigation system GPSBIKE iGO, which now includes iGO navigation maps. GPSBIKE iGO meets the needs of motorcyclists combining the best technology available in one single device. The unit has large buttons so can be easily used when wearing gloves; it also offers a sturdy waterproof structure for life…
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Motorcycles allowed in bus lanes in Edinburgh trial
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Edinburgh City Council is to trial allowing motorcycles to access bus lanes. The proposal is to allow access to all 30 miles of the Scottish Capital’s bus lanes in peak periods only. The trial will last for nine months initially, and make Edinburgh Scotland first city to allow bikes in bus lanes. Transport for London (TfL) recently…
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Kawasaki Ninja H2 project announced
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A new bike has just been announced – the Kawasaki Ninja H2. Here’s what the press release has to say about what is possibly going to be a fully-faired, supercharged sports machine: “With cutting-edge performance recognised as a core element of the Kawasaki worldwide DNA, the company will showcase yet another ground-breaking motorcycle at the Intermot Motorcycle…
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National Motorcycle Museum 30th anniversary celebration
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This year the National Motorcycle Museum is celebrating 30 years since first opening to the public which will cumulate with a huge free “Museum Live” open day on Saturday November 1. The weekend will start on the evening of Friday October 31 when the Museum will host Steve Parrish for an evening of outrageous…
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Discounted Yamaha Parts and accessories
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A number of Yamaha parts and accessories have been discounted this summer. With discounts of up to 59%, the Genuine Yamaha accessories on offer include a wide range of items from Top Cases and Rear Carriers to Seat Covers and Sub Cowlings, as well as Screens and Akrapovic Exhausts. The models covered include some of…
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New Designs for Duchinni D405 Helmet
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Duchinni’s D405 full face helmet is now available in a range of colourful geometric patterns – the XRR model. This feature-packed helmet has an ABS shell with vents to top and chin bar, plus rear exhaust vents. Advanced channelling through the EPS liner delivers effective internal airflow over the top of the head. Beneath…
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Crowtree leathers legend Alec Baumber passes away
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If you’ve ever fallen off a bike at speed, you’ll know the value of a good set of leathers. If you’ve ever fallen off in a set of Crowtree leathers you’ll know the feeling of dusting yourself down, completely unhurt with leather undamaged and thanking Alec Baumber for his skill and artistry with cowhide and…
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Reader Review: 2012 Kawasaki Z1000SX | Reader review
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Name: Suneil Raval From: Hayling Island, Hampshire Occupation: Further Education Tutor Owned bike for: 18 months Tell us about it: Previously I had a Yamaha Fazer S2 600, and did around 30,000 miles working towards my IAM Advanced riding test, and touring Europe. I had great fun but wanted a bit more grunt for less revs over…
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Test ride a new KTM at Box Hill
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Test ride a new KTM at Box Hill this Sunday (August 31) as KTM UK will be in attendance with a large range of 2014 Street bikes available for demo rides. Visitors to the popular biking meeting spot in Tadworth, Surrey, will be able to take a closer look at a selection of the…
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Suzuki Vintage Parts Programme now includes AP50
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Suzuki has announced the addition of the sought after AP50 to its popular and ever-growing Vintage Parts Programme, with the iconic 49cc rotary-valved two-stroke joining the RGV250, GT750, the original GSX-R750, and the GT250 X7. The programme makes finding, buying and fitting parts for more classic Suzukis even easier, by listing all of the…
