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What is a Category C or a Category D write off?
Written off bikes and cars are typically divided into two categories. A and B are not available to the public, so you’ll most likely come across C or D:Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. A No parts of…
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How to change your motorcycle handlebars
Our step-by-step quick guide shows you how to replace bent or broken handlebars in half an hour
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How to fix a seized bolt on your motorcycle
If you have a seized bolt, chances are it has become stuck due to salt and general weather corrosion, not helped by the constant heating up/cooling down cycles the metal goes through in use. Regardless of the type of bolt that’s seized, you need a decent purchase on the offending item from the start. A…
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Everything you need to know about motorcycle fasteners
How are bike nuts and bolts made? Forging is the best method as it provides superior grain flow and directional strength when compared to casting, although it’s more expensive. The weakest area of fasteners is on their threads’ minor diameters (the ‘valleys’ of the threads, as opposed to their major diameters, which are the…
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18 Reasons why riding Route 66 will change your motorcycle life
Riding 2400 miles across America from Chicago to Los Angeles is an unforgettable experience. MCM’s Steve Rose gives you 18 reasons why riding Route 66 will change your life
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How to buy a motorcycle on eBay
eBay has been the best and worst thing to hit the used bike market in a generation. Good because it’s a global marketplace where you can find the rarest of bikes and bits for sale almost any day of the week. Bad because there are so many dodgy bikes out there dressed up as minters…
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2011 Kawasaki Z750R Review
The Z750R concept makes perfect sense. After all, the standard Z750 has been a hit since its launch in 2004, with more than125,000 units sold in Europe alone. But since Kawasaki detuned and softened the Zed four years ago to make it more rider-friendly, it’s been a bit dull. A two-wheeled sheep in wolf’s clothing:…
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Touring India on a motorcycle
For many UK motorcyclists, an Enfield Bullet trip through the subcontinent has become something of a pilgrimage and many return time after time to experience the natural beauty, cultural wonders and twisty, twistymountain roads. Damon I’Anson explains why…
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How to buy a cheap used motorcycle
Buying a £1000 bike The obvious secret is patience. It takes time to find the real bargains; you just need to have the money ready. And don’t set your heart on a particular model. The real trick though is knowing where to look – eBay does throw up the occasional bargain, but there is an…
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2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 Quick Review
Kate Russell tells you ten things you need to know about Harley-Davidson’s all-rounder.
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2010 Kawasaki 1400GTR Quick Review
Steve Rose brings us the lowdown on Kawasaki’s refined sports touring bike.
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How to stay warm on your motorcycle this winter
These two blokes know a lot about winter riding. One is a bike journalist who’s ridden every day through every one of the last 25 winters and the other is a courier who does more miles in a week than the average UK rider does in a year. Both have a system for making winter…
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10 European roads you must ride on your motorcycle
Former policeman Mike Coleman has ridden about half-a-million miles since he took up motorcycling. His first bike was a Honda C70 step-thru. He was 18 and needed wheels to get to work. Thirty-two years later he rides a Triumph Tiger 955i and ‘work’ these days includes leading motorcycle tours.
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2009 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic Review
The Guzzi V7 Classic is a retro of strong pedigree. If you want a bike to take you back in time, this could be the one.
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2005 Honda CBR125RR Reader Test
35,000 miles (at 94.5mpg) on a Honda CBR125RR
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Oxford Aqua 25R rucksack review
Tested by: Roger Jones RRP: £49.99 More info: www.oxprod.comArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. If you want a 100% waterproof back pack for you! It’s made from tear resistant waterproof PVC tarpaulin with electro-welded seams. I left it outside…
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Spada Sofia WP waterproof ladies’ boots review
Tested by: Carli Ann Smith RRP: £69.95Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Sizes available: 36-41 More info: www.spadaclothing.co.uk One of the first places I get cold whenever I go out on the bike are my hands and my feet.…
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Under Armour Compression Top review
Tested by: Carli Ann Smith RRP: £40.00 Sizes available: XS-XXLArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. More info: www.underarmour.com/shop/uk I like to be wrapped up and warm, and tend to feel the cold easily, so the basis of any riding…
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Drift HD Ghost camera review
Tested by: John Milbank RRP: £249.99 More info: www.actioncameras.co.ukArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Video shot on Drift HD Comparing the new HD Ghost to the ever-popular GoPro can’t be avoided, but for general biker use, the Drift has…
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2014 Yamaha MT-09 review
£6949 | 113bhp@10,000rpm | 64.5lb-ft@8000rpm | 847cc liquid-cooled triple Tested by Roland Brown. Motorcycle Journalist and former international racer, Roland Brown is one of the world’s most respected bike testers. Subscribe to his fantastic YouTube channel – iMotorcycle Video – here.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe,…
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Hi-Viz LED H-Band review
Reviewed by: John Milbank RRP: £24.99 While some riders turn their nose up at hi-viz kit, there’s no denying its effectiveness. Reflective gear can help you shine in a car’s headlights, but it’s not always as much use if you’re approaching a T junction. Enter the H-Band, from Moto Central. Using two AA batteries, it…
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BMW Street Guard 3 suit review
Reviewed by: Steve Rose for: 22,000 miles RRP: Jacket £630 / Trousers £495 I’ve worn the Street Guard jacket pretty much every single day for the last 18 months, so the actual mileage on that is probably much higher. The trousers are different. They are trousers – like the bottom half of a leather suit,…
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Tucano Urbano one-piece over suit review
Reviewed by: Mau Spencer for 700 miles RRP: £77.99 I was a bit apprehensive when the Tuta Nano oversuit first arrived. This Tucano Urbano one-piece oversuit is called the Tuta Nano 730 and TU claims it to be fully waterproof and breathable, courtesy of the polyamide outer shell. I’ve tried various ‘waterproof’ over clothing in…
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2014 BMW R nineT revealed
Celebrating 90 years of motorcycle innovation, BMW finally unveil their new bike, yet admit it’s not really finished! Motor Cycle Monthly’s John Milbank was at the launch…Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. With the well-earned success of BMW’s…
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