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VW union leaders resist Ducati sale
Since the start of the year, a swirl of speculation has surrounded the Ducati brand, as VW look to offload the iconic Italian motorcycle manufacturer – and release funds to deal with the ongoing Dieselgate scandal. In the intertim, we’ve reported that a bunch of big names have expressed an interest in taking ownership of…
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It’s nearly time for the 2017 Classic TT
The Classic TT kicks off on the Isle of Man from 19 August to 1 September – offering fans and enthusiasts chance to experience the sights and sounds of the TT throughout the ages. Roll back the years to the golden age of motorcycling at the Classic TT. What’s the Classic TT? Article continues below……
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John Mcguinness: What makes the Classic TT so special for me
23-time TT winner John McGuinness is synonymous with the Isle of Man and motorcycle racing, and the Classic TT holds a special place in his heart… “I won’t be riding at the Classic this year after the crash I had at the Northwest 200 back in May, which also ruled me out of the Isle…
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Ducati to announce ‘the sound of a new era’
Ducati has sent out a cryptic press release, telling us to prepare for the arrival of ‘the sound of a new era’ from the Italian brand on September 7th. The statement gives very little away, but reveals that the event will coincide with the Grand Prix of San Marino and the Rivera de Rimini in…
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Bennetts offer cover for lost or stolen keys
Motorcycle insurer Bennetts has announced that it will now offer key cover as standard, for policyholders with comprehensive insurance cover. If your key is lost or stolen, Bennetts will pay up to £400 towards the cost of any replacement, no matter if it’s for the ignition, transponders, steering lock, seat lock and side panel lock…
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Norton Motorcycles join forces with Chinese manufacturer Zhongshen
Norton and Zhongshen have entered into a 20 year Design and Licence agreement based around Norton’s all new 650cc twin-engine. The 650cc twin-engine has been jointly engineered and developed by Norton and Sussex-based Ricardo engineering and has been specifically designed to the requirements of Zhongshen. It will be Euro 4 compliant, which enables Zhongshen to…
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Lambretta UK importer announced – models arrive Dec 17
The latest Lambretta scooter models will be distributed in the UK and Eire by the MotoGB group. Initial stock will arrive early December 2017 and will hopefully be with dealers prior to Christmas. THE LAMBRETTA BRAND In the scooter world, the Lambretta brand has always been an icon and has been a popular choice since…
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Kawasaki closes down USA streets to shoot commercial for NEXT YEAR’S Ninja 400.
OK, so this cat’s well out of the bag. We’re getting a new 400 Ninja for next year. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. As you’d expect, there’s no details on the new bike but put you can be…
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SPY SHOTS: BMW 2018 S 1000 RR caught out in tests
There’s not many pics (as in, there’s one) that’s broke surface at the moment, but this is the first picture of the 2018 BMW S 1000 RR.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. The bike has been caught out…
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Video: The 2017 Motoball European Championships kick off this week!
The 2017 Motoball European Championships kick off this week – with six teams competing for the prestigious title. Motoball was born in France in the 1930s, going on to become extremely popular in Eastern Europe and Russia – and since 1964, the Motoball European Championships have been held every year. The current champions are Germany, who…
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Keep your eyes on the road with REYEDR HUD
The REYEDR HUD is an innovative new heads-up display system that shows speed, navigation, distance and more. It runs in unison with the REYEDR smartphone app, which provides key information about the bike, route and ride group. It also offers the ability to alert emergency services in the event of an accident. Essentially, the REYEDR…
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Honda and Yamaha set to start electric scooter testing in Japan
Last year it was announced that Honda and Yamaha would be working together to manufacture electric scooters – and it’s been confirmed that they’ll begin testing for the E-KIZUNA Project in Saitama City in Japan this September. Under the E- KIZUNA Project banner, both manufacturers are embarking on a project to assess the viability of global…
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Norton opens new Technical Academy amid plans for a completely British-made motorbike
Plans for an all-new British-made motorbike have taken a step forward with the opening of the new Norton Technical Academy in Leicestershire, which aims to train up to 300 young engineers over next couple of years. Norton is recognised around the world as a quintessentially British brand, and CEO and owner Stuart Garner has a…
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Video: Scott Redding explains the array of buttons on his Ducati Desmosedici MotoGP machine
We all know that MotoGP race bikes are packed with electronics – from GPS to gyroscopes, but what do riders actually control? Modern MotoGP machines feature an abundance of buttons which are used to control the engine control unit. To the uninitiated, it looks pretty confusing – so, to make sense of it all, Scott…
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VIDEO: Avon tyres’ NEW Spirit ST rubber: Hypersports touring tyre raises the bar
Here’s our first look at the new Spirit ST tyre from Avon – and we’re fans already. Take a peak at the video and then read out launch-report on a variety of a bikes kitted out with the impressive hoops. You’ll like these. We do.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading…
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Guy Martin will not race Ulster GP
Honda Racing has confirmed that Guy Martin will not compete at next month’s MCE Ulster Race Week. Organisers of the international road race had expected that Guy would be ready and raring to go for racing at Dundrod – but Honda team bosses have confirmed today that he will not take part.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy…
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Suzuki reveal prices of all-new GSX-R125 and GSX-S125
The all-new GSX-R125 and GSX-S125 are set to arrive in dealerships this September with launch prices from £3,999 and £3,699 respectively. Drawing inspiration from larger capacity GSX-R’s, the new GSX-R125 claims the best power-to-weight ratio and acceleration performance in the 125cc sportsbike class.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly…
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Video: dguard – the world’s first eCall system for motorcycles
dguard, an innovative new product from German company digades is the world’s first eCall system for motorcycles. It can automatically detect a crash and quickly contact the emergency services – and it’ll let you know if your bikes on the move without your presence too. Sounds amazing, right? *In the last issue of MCM we reported that fitting…
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On the right track: British Superbike School
The British Superbike School calls Blyton Circuit in Lincolnshire a home – not a bad spot for teaching people to ride fast and safely. The school is dedicated to helping riders advance their riding skills and bike control – cornering, braking, throttle control, lines, steering and balance. Master that and you’ll be more confident and a…
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Review: Caberg Drift helmet
Reviewer: Mikko Nieminen // RRP: From £199.99 // Sizes: XS-XL // Colours: Solid matt black or white, with flux, tour and shadow designs // Info: www.feridax.com or www.cabergcares.co.uk Caberg Drift is the new full face helmet from the Italian manufacturer, and it oozes style. The big visor, simple air vents and the aerodynamic shape combine to…
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Alpinestars Supertouring boots review
Tested by: Mikko Nieminen // RRP: £ 329.99 // Sizes: EUR 37-48 // Colours: Black // Info: www.alpinestars.com The Supertouring boots from Alpinestrs are premium touring boots, incorporating CE-certified impact and abrasion protection, Gore-Tex waterproofing and ergonomically profiled comfort. They are not a cheap pair of boots, but they are high quality stuff.Article continues below……
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Guy Martin set to race Moto Time Attack at Cadwell Park this weekend
Cadwell Park will host the inaugural round of Moto Time Attack on Sunday 16 July, and Guy Martin set to compete. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. For the uninitiated, MTA is based on the successful Time Attack format…
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Triumph launches new finance deals on a range of popular models
Triumph Motorcycles has announced a range of attractive finance options across its extensive range of bikes – making it a great time to get your hands on a brand-new Triumph. It will continue to offer the popular TriStar 6.9% APR finance package on its Speed Triple S and R, in addition to Tiger 800 and…
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Video: NEW Honda Africa Twin Rally – more power, less weight!
Honda is hard at work developing its new Africa Twin Rally, a lightweight, off road version of its Africa Twin – and Spidi have released some footage of the off-road animal in action as part of its latest campaign. With talk of the upcoming Yamaha XT700Z Ténéré Rally arriving in road and rally versions in the…
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