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Hayabusa Overhaul, so we’ve heard..
Leaked documents suggest Suzuki’s planning some serious engine updates to its much-loved Hayabusa It’s been three years since Suzuki last updated the ’Busa, and it looks like the increasingly active Japanese firm has further plans for one of its most iconic motorcycles. It’s great to have confirmation that the bike is going to be sticking…
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Ducati Touring Reboot
It’s looking like Ducati’s gearing up to get back into the sport touring game with two new variants of its Supersport 950 on the way soon. Recently filed registration documents suggest that we’re going to be treated to a couple of versions of Ducati’s Supersport 950 – and the suggestion is that they’re going to…
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HONDA CBR750R? Patents say yes…
Rumours and patent applications from Japan suggest a motorcycle on the way that uses the same chassis and engine as the new Honda Hornet but with a sporty different styling. Here’s what we know about the CBR750R. At the official presentation, which took place at the Cologne Motor Show in October 2022, Honda revealed the…
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NEW BIKES: Ducati’s Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour revealed. Is it the perfect big mile machine?
Ducati’s just added a new version of its flagship adventure bike to the growing Multistrada V4 range – but this one’s built with mile-munching in mind. The Italian firm’s Multistrada has been a hit since it was first released 20 years ago. But its newest V4 iteration has seen the model go from strength to…
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Honda is bringing back its 80s folding scooter
Honda is updating an icon of the 80s for 2023 with a new folding scooter – and this time its gone all-electric.
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Honda Africa Twin updates. New ‘ROAD-READY’ model coming soon.
Honda’s filed documents which give away some key information about its next generation Africa Twin adventure bike. Here’s what we know so far. While initially, it looks as though the new version of the much-loved adventurer will be largely the same as the outgoing model, the registration data which was sent to the Swiss Federal…
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Akrapovič Slip-On Exhausts For Honda CB750 Hornet And XL750 Transalp
Akrapovič has just launched two new slip-on exhaust systems specifically crafted for Honda fans. The Slip-On Line (Titanium) was created for the Honda XL750 Transalp, while the Slip-On Line (Carbon) caters to the Honda CB750 Hornet. The Slip-On Line for the Honda XL750 Transalp is crafted using materials recognized for their use in competitive settings.…
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Speed is Expensive: the Vincent story told by the people who were there in new documentary
A new documentary follows the life and career of legendary motorcycle designer Philip Vincent, told by the people who were there. Alex Bestwick speaks to director David Lancaster about bringing the Vincent story to the screen.
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Chinese manufacturer Kove bring 450 Rally to Europe
The Chinese motorcycle manufacturer is finally making its street legal 450 Rally available outside of China.
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Suzuki rolls out ‘click-to-buy’ on 125cc scooter range
Suzuki has rolled out a new ‘click-to-buy’ scheme on its 125cc scooter range. It allows customers to buy online via the official Suzuki website, with orders fulfilled by their local dealership. Making the buying process quicker and more straightforward, the scheme is available on the newly launched Address 125, Avenis 125, and the Burgman Street…
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Kawasaki Ninja and Z EV models Spark a New Era
Created to sit proudly within the 125cc class of current motorcycles, the new Kawasaki EV machines will be available in Ninja and Z family styles as Z e-1 and Ninja e-1, with both able to boast mid-capacity type chassis and running gear specifications delivering typical Kawasaki fun to ride characteristics mated to zero-emission desirability. With…
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October 2023
The October issue of MoreBikes is out now and FREE to read online! Packed full of great motorcycle stories, photos, and terrific motorbikes.
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Yamaha’s All-New WR450F
The new 2024 WR450F is the lightest, slimmest and fastest 450cc enduro bike Yamaha has ever built. Based closely on the new-generation YZ450F motocross machine that has shown its winning potential in MXGP and AMA Supercross, the next-generation WR450F delivers highly controllable performance, easily tuneable power and next-level agility. Styling is radically updated on this…
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Switching Disciplines – Girl on a Bike Vanessa Ruck takes Fast Bikes Johnny Mac off-road
Last year, Girl on a Bike Vanessa Ruck joined Fast Bikes for her first ever track day under the watchful eye of Johnny Mac, improving each session Vanessa finished the day with scraped sliders and a massive smile on her face. Teaming up again Michelin Ambassador Vanessa steps back into her comfort zone, putting John…
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Used Bike Test: Yamaha R6
If you had a pound for every Yamaha R6 ever sold… you’d have lots of pounds. I don’t know exactly how many of the machines have trundled down the Japanese brand’s production line since the model’s inauguration back in 1999, but the answer is ‘a lot’. R6s are everywhere, and rightfully so because they’ve been…
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What we wear: ‘Leather Leg Bag’ from Roadskin
Sometimes, I don’t want to carry a rucksack, but I will always want my specs, wallet, phone and keys with me. Stuffing the pockets of my jacket and jeans on the bike isn’t always ideal, so I was very happy to try out the leather leg bag from the folks at Roadskin. The Roadskin motorcycle…
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What we wear: ‘Easyrider’ short motorcycle gloves from Roadskin
Initially designed for Special Forces use, the Roadskin Easyrider CE Approved Level 1 Glove has since been fully adapted as a motorcycle glove.So, what’s the marriage of Special Forces Gloves and Motorcycle Gloves actually like? There’s clearly a need for comfort and a huge demand for safety, whether you’re battering down doors or getting some…
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Axxis Helmets Draken Star Limited Edition
The Axxis Draken Star has just come in 3 new limited-edition colourways! To celebrate Axxis helmets entering the UK market for 2023, distributor Bickers has released 3 limited-edition Draken Star colourways exclusive to the UK. With an industry-leading 5-year warranty and ECE DOT 22.06 verified, the popular Draken Star full-face helmet is now available in…
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Pocket Rocket: Aprilia’s A2-licence friendly RS 457
Aprilia are making their presence felt in the A2-compliant sportsbike space with the RS 457, unveiled at the Italian Misano MotoGP event and targeted directly to young riders. The DOHC parallel twin sportsbike reaches the class maximum 47bhp and was seen out in testing in July alongside the Moto Guzzi Stelvio adventure bike, which is…
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Unboxing 4 great motorcycle accessories from retailer Sportouring
Safety, storage and comfort – take a look at these four superb accessories from Welsh retailer sportouring.com! This is the unboxing video. Watch out for video 2 coming soon (the fitting!) and video 3 (the testing!). The products are: 1. INDIMATE – Bluetooth-connected motorcycle indicator warning system. Left your indicators on? You’ll know with Indimate!…
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BMW presents the new BMW F 900 GS, F 900 GS Adventure and F 800 GS.
BMW Motorrad is expanding its range of touring enduros for the mid-range with the new F 900 GS, F 900 GS Adventure and F 800 GS.
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2024 KTM 450 Rally Replica
With so many unknowns over 1,000s of miles of racing, the Dakar Rally is the pinnacle of rally-raid and notoriously one of the most challenging events in the world; that’s why using the best equipment developed by the most successful team in rally history makes the KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA an outstanding choice for competitors…
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Classic Bike Trackdays – Cadwell Park
Classic Bike Trackdays are back at Cadwell Park with their Cadwell Moto weekend on the 16th & 17th of September, and what a weekend it looks like it will be! A two-day spectacular of classic and post-classic machines filling the paddock with non-stop action on track. Always looking to celebrate important motorcycle anniversaries, the Classic…
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Shoei adds Neotec 3 and GT-Air 3 to Sports Touring helmet range
Shoei is adding two new Sports Touring helmets to its range: the Neotec 3 and GT-Air 3.
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