Adventure Bikes
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Battle of the middleweights – 1). Aprilia Tuareg 660
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Mikko tackles the Aprilia. Be sure to check back over the next few days for the rest of the bikes – Suzuki V-Strom 650, Yamaha Tenere 700 and the Moto Morini X-Cape. This was the first one to arrive at the lock-up when we picked up the bikes for this test, so I had the…
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The Classic Dirt Bike Show – this weekend!
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February 11-12 / Telford International Centre / www.classicdirtbikeshow.co.uk If you’re into 60s scramblers and twin shock trials bikes, there’s only one place to be this February: The Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon Shocks. The UK’s biggest classic off-road show is a haven for those who like riding on the rough stuff. Admire some…
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Airbag helmet for bikers…
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Italian helmet specialist Airoh has revealed the world’s first integrated airbag helmet for bikers. Airbag systems are nothing new in the world of motorcycling, but this is a serious step forward in ensuring bikers are safer than ever. Created in collaboration with Swedish safety firm Autoliv, the helmet inflates from the crown during an accident…
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Plastic from the sea and Bering…
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Bering’s new Freeway textiles constructed from 70% recycled plastic… Bering’s just revealed a new textile suit that’s made from recycled plastic taken from the sea. It might sound crazy, but the idea is nothing new. Since 2007 some big firms (including Nike and North Face) have been using innovative Repreve material to make quality gear…
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LAUNCH RIDE: Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE first impressions
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Ross is over in Greece, and he’s just finished testing out the Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE. But what did he think?
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LAUNCH RIDE: Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE
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Ross is now on the ‘DE’… Now for some fun on the more off-road ready version of the big adventurer. The roads are thawing – and there’s some trails to come. Roll on this afternoon. Priced at £13699, it’s a good chunk of change more expensive than the base model. But for the money you…
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LAUNCH RIDE: First impressions Suzuki V-Strom 1050
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We’ve spent the morning getting acquainted with Suzuki’s updated adventure bike. The conditions have been a bit sketchy, so we haven’t had a proper chance to push its limits – but we’ve still found plenty to like about it. The motor is largely unchanged and it’s as lovely as ever. The newly added quickshifter is…
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WORLD LAUNCH: Suzuki V-Strom 1050
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Our Ross is over in Greece – and it’s snowing! “It’s been a slippery start here in Greece, with snow falling – but the ‘Strom and I are finding our groove. It’s a lovely place to be – comfortable with plenty of protection from the screen and handguards. I wouldn’t mind some heated grips though.…
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Honda’s Small Scrambler
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Following the launch of the CL500, Honda has just announced its going to be producing a slightly smaller CL300 in China – and we’re hoping it makes it to British shores very soon. Powered by a 26bhp, 286cc engine that’s capable of 78mph, the plucky little street scrambler would be a great addition to Honda’s…
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Accessible-to-all Adventure Training!
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Train with Sinnis and the Desert Rose Riding Academy Sinnis Motorcycles has just announced a brand-new partnership with the Desert Rose Riding Academy – and together they’ve launched the UK’s first learner-friendly adventure riding school. Riders will take to the trails on board the tried and tested, budget-friendly Sinnis Terrain 125 under the guidance of…
