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Gary Johnson joins GBmoto Racing for the 2015 ‘road’ circuit season
British Superbike Championship front runners GBmoto Racing will be undertaking a Kawasaki backed campaign on the prestigious ‘road’ circuits in 2015, with Isle of Man TT winner Gary Johnson. Enjoying significant Kawasaki support, the team are building Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R race bikes in Superbike and Superstock specification to attack the North West 200, Isle of…
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Aprilia V4 Multimedia platform for 2015 RSV4 and Tuono – race technology for everyday customers
The Piaggio group have developed their Piaggio Multimedia Platform, bringing technology once confined to the racing world to everyday customers. V4-MP (V4 Multimedia Platform) brings to life the communication between your Aprilia and your smartphone allowing you to change the settings of your RSV4 PF and Tuono V4 1100 at the touch of a button.…
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Dougie Lampkin rides the ‘Tundra Trial’ in latest video
Multiple world-champion motorcycle trials rider Dougie Lampkin takes on some of the most challenging terrain in the world as he rides his bike on and over the ice and snow of Lapland in the Arctic Circle. A combination of ice features, fallen trees, snow-covered tracks and the iconic Snow Village, coupled with inhospitable temperatures, provide a…
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Police and government want more bikers on the road!
In November last year we reported on an important conference – held at the Department for Transport in London – that saw the Police and key government officials join with European industry experts and researchers to discuss how more bikes on the road would make motorcycling safer. Editor John Milbank left that meeting hoping that…
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Christmas gift ideas: New Yamaha watches
In 2013, Yamaha announced a new collaboration with Dutch oversized watch manufacturer, TW Steel. 12 months on and hot on the heels of the success of the Yamaha Factory Racing inspired Pilot and Tech watches, Yamaha is pleased announce its continued celebration of the shared synergies of passion, power and performance, as it introduces a dynamic new six-piece TW…
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New smaller, lighter Drift Stealth 2 action camera
We’re big fans of the Drift action cameras – check out the review here. Just launched is the eighth generation Stealth 2 camera, which is the brand’s smallest, lightest and most aerodynamic action camera to date. The Drift Stealth 2 comes out of the box with the ability to shoot sharp full HD 1080p at 30fps and…
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Top-end sports bikes important to UK motorcycling
MyCarCheck.com‘s motorcycle expert, Rob Hobson, specialises in motorbikes and scooters. After leaving a dealer role to launch CAP’s Green Book, he worked in business development for Piaggio. He brings regular updates on the best bikes to buy each month, and is today giving us his roundup of the state of motorcycling. “This time last year we…
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RST motorcycle clothing to be major new IoM TT partner
The Isle of Man Government Department of Economic Development, rights holder for the Isle of Man TT Races fuelled by Monster Energy, has signed a major new two-year agreement with RST to be the Official Safety Partner. The deal includes title sponsorship of the Superbike Race on Saturday 6th June, which becomes the RST Superbike…
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Dedicated electric motorcycle off-road course opened
The UK’s first dedicated electric motorcycle riding facility is now open and is available for riders to experience the all-new KTM Freeride-E. An official partner of KTM UK, E-SCAPE, in Cheshire, is a bespoke facility for electric bikes and offers tuition and test ride opportunities for riders of all abilities on KTM’s recently launched electrically driven…
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Industry Insider | Snap up a Honda CB1100
MyMotorCycleCheck.com – the UK’s No.1 motorbike and scooter provenance website – has saved many a biker from making an expensive two-wheeled mistake. Valuation expert Rob Hobson suggests three wise buys… Highly desirable: BMW S1000 R Safe bet: Triumph Speed Triple Used star: Honda CB1100 “For our highly desirable model this month we’ve chosen the BMW S1000 R.…
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Motorcycle sales up for eleventh month running
Today’s figures indicate that this is the eleventh month in a row that the motorcycle industry has seen a rise in new registrations of 10.2% including scooters and mopeds. A massive 96,723 powered-two-wheelers (PTWs) being registered since January. Naked bikes continue to be popular, with new registrations 32% up on the same time last year. Touring bikes have…
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A brilliant idea: MotoGroom motorcycle helmet dryer
British designers have come up with a clever motorcycle helmet cleaning and drying system – allowing bikers to fully dry a lid in just three hours. The patent-pending speed dryer solves the problem of drying your motorbike helmet after a full wash, a sweaty ride, or being caught in the rain. Thanks to the system, there’s…
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Muc-Off Dry Shower review
Muc-Off Dry Shower review | Tested by: Carli Ann Smith | RRP: £3 for 50ml and £7 for 200ml | www.oxprod.com or call 01993 862300 If you’ve been for a ride – whether on road or off road – you can often feel like you want to jump in the shower and have a good wash. However, if you…
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Wolfman Ridgeline motorcycle tail packs available in new colours
The popular Wolfman Ridgeline Plus Tail Bag, is now available in a range of six vibrant colours. These are a one off, limited run of just 40 bags per colour, with a small number available in the UK from Winding Roads. The standard Ridgeline Plus is one of Wolfman’s most popular tail bags, made from tough, ballistic nylon, with a…
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R&G continues to support motorcycle racers
R&G is offering all ACU, SACU and MCUI motorcycle race licence holders 15% discount on its products for the 2015 racing season. In 2014, R&G celebrated 15 years of creating innovative motorcycle protection products and is a long-time supporter and sponsor of racing; from grassroots to professional level. The Alton-based crash protection specialist launched its…
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BMW R1200R prices announced
Three models of the new BMW R 1200 R will be available from 07 February 2015, each with a unique paintscheme and selection of factory-fit options as standard. The standard R 1200 R is available from £10,250 on the road. BMW Motorrad UK offers special edition models to take advantage of even better value packages…
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Highways Agency set to expand network of electric vehicle charge points
The government confirmed its commitment to developing a comprehensive national network of chargepoints for electric vehicles this week by announcing that electric vehicle users will be no more than 20 miles from a chargepoint on the UK’s trunk roads, effectively bringing an end to ‘range anxiety’. An investment of £15 million by the Highways Agency…
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UK Scientists’ self-healing concrete could spell end of pot holes
Scientists at three British universities are working on the development of a special concrete that plugs cracks by use of bacteria, making potholes a thing of the past. Researchers at the University of Bath, Cardiff University and the University of Cambridge created the concrete blend, filled with bacteria hidden in tiny capsules that react to…
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Stunning new 2015 motorcycle calendar from Metzeler
The Metzeler motorcycle calendar was founded in 1994 , presenting stunning historical images dedicated to the best moments of international motorcycling. Produced in Weissach, near Stuttgart, just 6000 copies of 2015’s ‘The gathering of legends’ calendar have been printed. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe,…
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Stay warm (and cool) on your motorcycle with a Rukka Outlast Fleece mid layer
The new Outlast thermal undergarments by Rukka are claimed to maintain a comfortable, well-balanced micro climate within your motorcycle garment, even when outside temperatures change rapidly. Rukka Outlast Fleece midlayer is available as separate jacket and long johns or as a sleeveless overall. Jacket and overall both have a front zipper. All parts are made of…
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15 Great Christmas motorcycle book ideas
If you’re anything like me, you’re starting to get a little nervous about Christmas being so close! Have you got everything covered… have you forgotten something, or does everyone know what YOU would like?! I’ve rounded up a stack of books that would make fantastic gifts for a motorcyclist. Choose something for the biker in…
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How to be a motorcycle racer | Meet Jack Scott
Jack Scott is 13. He started riding motorcycles when he was just three years old, and in October 2014 he was on the podium, finishing third in the Aprilia Superteens at Mallory Park. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online.…
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2015 Moto Guzzi V7 II review
Moto Guzzi V7 II | From £7134 | 744cc | Four-stroke, air-cooled, 90° V-twin | 48bhp I 44lb-ft Words: Tony Carter Photos: Milagro Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. The V7 range has been nipped and tucked for 2015.…
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Kawasaki Z1000SX long term review | That new bike feeling
Rider: John Milbank | Bike: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX | Current fuel economy: 46.5mpg | Cost when new: £9699 + £215.95 for a top box Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. My time in the saddle has been but a blip compared to the experience…
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