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GET ON 2 WHEELS: Part One. Compulsory Basic Training.
Thinking about getting on two wheels? The first step is to get booked in for a CBT and gain some experience on a small bike. THE FIRST STEP – CBT Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Ok, so you’ve…
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FETTLING FRIDAY: How to REPLACE your bike’s HOSES and COOLANT. Episode SIX. MoreBikes NEW motorcycle maintenance VIDEO series.
In the sixth episode of our new Basic Motorcycle Maintenance series our trusted mechanic Rob Bean shows you exactly what it takes to replace your bike’s hoses and coolant – taking you through the process step-by-step. If you’ve always fancied getting your hands dirty and giving your bike a service, but never had the confidence…
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Brixton Motorcycles 1200 concept WILL go into production. Bonneville lookalike coming for 2021?
It’s been confirmed that Brixton Motorcycles is gearing up to mass-produce its 1200cc Triumph Bonneville lookalike that was show at last year’s EICMA show. It’s a big move from the Austrian brand, which has focused its attentions on a steady supply of smaller capacity machines up to this point. But now, it’s been confirmed that…
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MotoGP: German, Dutch and Finnish Grands Prix cancelled
Dorna has just announced that there will be no racing at Sachsenring, Assen and KymiRing in 2020, as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. The Grand Prix Deutschland was set to take place at the Sachsenring across the 19-21 June, the TT Assen at the TT Circuit Assen was scheduled for the 26-28 June, and…
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Bike Shed launches volunteer rider group. And YOU can get involved.
Bike Shed is mobilising its community to provide free courier-style services to aid the fight against coronavirus. Following the Bike Shed Motorcycle Club closing the doors at its Shoreditch HQ as a result of the lockdown, it’s announced the launch of the Bike Shed Community Volunteer Riders – to offer delivery and community services to…
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Harley-Davidson registers TWO new logos for its upcoming electric bikes
Harley-Davidson has registered two new logos with the European Patent Office, and they all but confirm that there are more electric motorcycles and bicycles on the way from the Milwaukee-based brand. The two designs are clearly intended for H-D’s upcoming range of electric machines; as they feature lightning bolt’s front and centre. And we reckon…
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MotoGP: Valentino Rossi wants to RACE in 2021.
Nine-time World Champion Valentino Rossi has hinted that he wants to continue racing next year, during an interview with his Yamaha teammate Maverick Vinales. In the interview with commentator Matt Birt, Rossi spoke about his initial plan to use the start of the season to gauge whether or not he’d be up for racing in…
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TVS appoints interim CEO at Norton Motorcycles. And he’s a former BOSS at Harley-Davidson and Land Rover.
Following TVS snapping up the Norton brand in a £16 million deal, the Indian automotive giant has announced that its new interim CEO is John Russell, formerly of Harley-Davidson and Land Rover. Russell has previously served as both Vice President and Managing Director for Harley-Davidson Europe – and before that he was Managing Director of…
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BSB: No racing until May 31. At least.
Last week MSVR released a statement confirm its current plans for racing in 2020, following the start of the season being postponed as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. Following on from the Government’s latest announcement, the MCRCB and the ACU have currently suspended all motorcycle circuit racing events until May 31, at least. As…
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VIDEO: Kawasaki’s TEN episode series on its first ELECTRIC motorcycle. The Endeavor.
Kawasaki’s released the first five parts of its ten part series breaking down what’s going on with its upcoming electric motorcycle. Developed primarily with track use in mind, the Kawasaki Endeavor was first revealed to the world back in 2019. And now, the Japanese factory is trickling information through about its first electric bike. At…
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LEAKED: Spy shot of Aprilia’s new mini-adventurer. The Terra 250.
A spy shot captured in China confirms that Aprilia is getting ready to launch its new Terra 250. Building on the success of its Terra 150 in Asia, Aprilia’s preparing to launch a 250cc version of its dual-sport machine – and a spy shot has emerged on www.newmotor.com.cn which shows the bike in nearly finished…
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The Best Exotic Marigold Expedition – Day Nine
The long way home At the beginning of the trip it felt like seven days on a small bike in a hectic riding environment would be a long slog. But when the last day of our travels dawned it felt like the expedition had gone far too quickly, and I could have happily gone on…
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DVSA confirms motorcycle training and testing is STILL happening. Sort of. Here’s what YOU need to know.
The DVSA’s Chief Executive has penned an open letter to motorcycle schools to help clear up some confusion around training and testing during the lockdown. They key message, is that if you need to pass your test to allow you to carry out essential work. It’s still possible. DVSA Chief Executive Gareth Llewellyn said: “As…
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FETTLING FRIDAY: Episode Five. Replace your bike’s Clutch Plates and Hose.
In the fifth episode of our new Basic Motorcycle Maintenance series our trusted mechanic Rob Bean shows you exactly what it takes to replace your bikes clutch plates and hose, taking you through the process step-by-step. If you’ve always fancied getting your hands dirty and giving your bike a service, but never had the confidence…
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Honda files PATENT for rear spoiler.
Design drawings have emerged which confirm Honda’s working on a new rear unit for its sportbikes. In recent years, motorcycle manufacturers have been introducing wings to the front of their bikes to improve aerodynamics and increase downforce. Now Honda’s looking at what it can do to improve things at the rear. In recent history, tail…
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THIS WEEKEND: The Armchair Adventure Festival. Stay safe. Get inspired.
Your next adventure might be on hold for the foreseeable future, but that doesn’t mean you can’t start putting plans in place for you next big two (or three) wheeled trip. If you’re looking for inspiration and advice, there’s only one place to be this weekend; sprawled out and tuned in to The The Armchair…
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VIDEO: Kawasaki’s ZX-25R on the DYNO. Listen to it scream.
We’ve been talking about Kawasaki’s eagerly anticipated ZX-25R for months – and now a video has been released showing the little 250 screaming on the dyno. Although official technical specifications haven’t been released yet – we do know the bike is powered by a punchy 249cc, water-cooled, inline-four motor which revs up to 18,000rpm and…
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The Best Exotic Marigold Expedition – Day Eight
Tibetan flavour The night in the tent had been surprisingly comfortable. And waking up to the sound of the river was lovely. That noise was soon drowned by the Bollywood soundtracks blasting out of the kitchen, which was next to my tent. Still, authentic sounds I guess. The riding today was not much different to…
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The Best Exotic Marigold Expedition – Day Seven
Going local It may have taken a while, but by day five I felt like I had mastered the Indian approach to using the horn. It is basically your answer to any traffic situation. Want to overtake someone? Why mess around with indicators when you can just beep your horn. How about going round a…
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VIDEO: Triumph’s Factory Stories kicks off with Rocket 3
Triumph has launched a new YouTube series, bringing you the best of the Triumph Visitor Experience while it’s closed during the lockdown. In the first episode, you can find out more about the advanced engineering that goes into producing the Rocket 3 engine, courtesy of Triumph Chief Engineer Stuart Wood. For more info, visit Triumph…
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PATENTS: Honda’s designs for an EVEN SMALLER Monkey.
Designs filed by Honda suggest that the Japanese factory is working on a scaled down version of its Monkey 125. Released back in 2018, Honda’s modern-day Monkey has captured the hearts and minds of little bike lovers the world over since its introduction to the market – and now, it looks like the factory is…
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MotoGP: Alex Rins signs Suzuki contract for 2021 and 2022
Alex Rins has signed a contract which commits him to the Suzuki Ecstar MotoGP team for the 2021 and 2022 racing seasons. Rins joined the Suzuki Ecstar Team back in 2017 for his first season in MotoGP, and has gone from strength to strength since. It took him until Argentina in 2018 to claim his…
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The Best Exotic Marigold Expedition – Day Six
Finding the tourist trail So far, every day of riding has been different. The first day was a transition from the sprawling masses of Chandigarh to quiet back roads. It was also an introduction to lazy cows in the middle of the road, homicidal lorry drivers attacking from every angle, and the ever-present dust. The…
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Norton SOLD to TVS Motor in £16 million deal
Indian manufacturing giant TVS Motor has bought the Norton Motorcycles brand in a £16 million deal. Following Norton going into administration in January, there have been rumours of interest from major players around the world. Today Indian factory TVS announced its purchase of the historic British brand. In a statement, TVS’s joint managing director Sudarshan…
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