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BMW R nineT custom Project Japan
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February 2014 saw the start of a unique four-month BMW Motorrad project. Four professional Japanese bike builders were introduced to the new roadster R nineT Boxer in order to build their own interpretations of a customised nineT. This week, the fabulous four get personal with their new machines. Let the creative juices flow… Head…
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Touratech Travel Event in South Wales this weekend
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The annual Touratech Travel Event held at Touratech UK HQ in Ystradgynlais, South Wales attracts hundreds of adventure motorcycle enthusiasts to the area from all over Europe – this year’s event will be FREE TO ATTEND with the aim of attracting a wider range of motorcycle fans in order to inform them of the…
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Stafford Awards 2014: 34th Carole Nash International Classic Motorcycle Show
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Final results for the Stafford Awards at the 34th Carole Nash International Classic Motorcycle Show – 9.00am Sunday 27 April: Dennis Frost, Chief Concours Judge Outstanding Service to the Classic Motorcycle Movement The Frank Farrington Outstanding Service Award – John Surtees Best in show (PERPETUAL) (Overall Show Winner) + £100 + rosette 221 – 1969…
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Reader Review: Black range of jacket, boots & gloves | Reader review
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Name: Michael Machin From: East Sussex Riding for: Close to 4 years Price paid for it: Jacket £59.99; Boots £59.99; Gloves £11.99 What type of riding do you do: Social, domestic and pleasure Tell us about it: The jacket from the brand ‘Black’ (Cool-It Pro jacket) is a 3/4 length touring jacket, with a quilted liner and also a ‘Reissa’ waterproof liner, making…
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The coolest A2 motorcycle licence alternatives
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“Yeah, I’ve heard that (insert A2 licence legal new machine name here) is a really good first bike.” Hmm, is that what they call damning with faint praise? Congratulations, you’ve passed your A2 motorcycle licence and are ready to join the world of motorcycling. Looking at the list of new machines available there are…
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‘Run what ya brung’ at Santa Pod
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The Retro Show is the classic show with a difference. There’s non-stop old-skool action, both on and off the track all day long so, it’s a weekend that should take pride of place in your diary! Not only can you display your original mint condition show car or bike at the retro show but you…
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Retro style jackets from Buffalo
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Classically styled and with a very nostalgic price-tag, the new Buffalo Retro jacket is perfect for riders who want the classic look, with the benefits of modern materials and features. Suitable throughout the riding season, the Retro features a waterproof and breathable drop liner and a thermal quilted liner. The latter can be removed…
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Reader Review: Exelite Illuminated Harness | Reader review
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Name: Graham Mudd From: Bedfordshire Riding for: 17 years Price paid for it: For this model about £90 but there are leisure backpack, highvis vest and sash versions for about £45, £40 and £20 respectively, and they also come up on cycling websites and ebay from time to time. What type of riding do you do: All kinds of bikes in…
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New urban helmet from Shark
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SHARK Helmets has revealed a new addition to its extensive 2014 helmet line-up – Vancore. This new helmet follows the path of the popular, urban helmet; RAW that was released on the market by the French brand last year. The Vancore shares the same shell-shape as the RAW as well as an aggressive attitude. But…
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MoreBikes heads to the Stafford Classic Bike Show
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The three rules of attending the Stafford Classic Bike Show: 1. Under no circumstances take the money you were supposed to be saving for a new kitchen. 2. Do not take a van, trailer or number of a mate who has either. 3. Always remember that the peculiar Stafford light may make a bike look…
