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New universal Touratech tank bags for most bikes
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Touratech introduces two new universal tank bags fitting most motorbike models: The limited Dakar™ universal tank bag with its exclusive design including the large Dakar emblem and an embroidered logo, and the exp universal tank bag in noble black. Both models offer easy mounting, plenty of space and highest quality for extreme exposure. Mounting at…
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How to change your motorcycle spark plugs and air filter
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Looking after your bike is easy! John Milbank shows you how with his 2000 Honda CBR600FY. My CBR’s air filter should be changed every 12,000 miles. With just over that on the clock, I expected to find the original still in place. What I found though just proves it needs changing earlier. A clean filter…
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Do you still need to check a spark plug gap?
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The spark plug gap is vital to burning the fuel mixture efficiently. When you buy plugs for your bike, they usually come with the correct gap between the electrodes – I haven’t seen one wrong for about 15 years. Iridium plugs have a very fine, and easily damaged centre electrode, so long-gone are the days of…
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New Rukka Rytmi summer motorcycle gloves
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Made of top quality breathable leather, the Rukka Rytmi gloves are claimed to be soft and supple but at the same time very abrasion resistant. Integrated protection for the knuckles increases safety even further, while PVC studs increase grip on the palms. Sturdy Velcro strips on the elastic cuffs help keep the gloves securely in their place.…
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Reader Review: 2008 Honda CBR600RR | Reader review
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Name: Dave Channon From: Somerset Riding for: 6 Years Price paid for the bike: £5000 in 2012 from Speed Superbike Centre What type of riding do you do: Casual road and maybe the odd track day – having done the Ron Haslam day at Donninton on one of these bikes it really impressed me. Tell us about the engine: It’s very revy, but…
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British Forces hero’s inspirational fight for freedom on a motorcycle
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Meet Mark Ormrod, a former Royal Marines Commando, and possibly one of the most inspirational men you’re ever likely to meet. MoreBikes.co.uk (the best place for the latest biking news, reviews and events) and Motor Cycle Monthly (the biggest bike monthly, and FREE in dealers, clubs and biker cafes) joined this British Forces hero at The Bike…
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Meet Marquez and Pedrosa for just £3
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Riders for Health has teamed up with MotoGP™ to offer two fans the chance to meet Marc Marquez and Dani Pedrosa at the British MotoGP at Silverstone as part of a VIP weekend on 28th-31st August. For just £3 MotoGP fans can enter the prize draw to win. And if meeting two legends of MotoGP…
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POLITE hi viz motorcycle waistcoat review
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Tested by: John Sharratt Originally created for horse riders, these hi viz garments have been redesigned specifically for bikers, after the Metropolitan Police confirmed that they’re completely legal. In fact, some Bike Safe teams are now helping to promote them, as they catch a driver’s attention and encourage them to keep a wide berth from you. I’ve already noticed many…
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New wax cotton & leather saddle bags for the Triumph Bonneville
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Triumph Motorcycles has announced the launch of a bespoke collection of waxed cotton saddlebags, exclusively developed for its most iconic bike – the Bonneville. Constructed from highly-durable waxed cotton and leather, the stylish panniers bring a touch of class to the classic, further adding to its functionality and practicality. Either mounted individually or as a…
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Go pillion with Randy Mamola
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Riders for Health is offering people a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to ride on the world famous Ducati Two Seater bike at Silverstone, the home of British motorsport. A ride on the Ducati Two Seater is an experience like no other. It is a MotoGP™ riders’ eye-view of the historic Silverstone circuit – one of the fastest…
