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WHAT WE WEAR: Held ‘Karakum’ Motorcycle Textiles
This season, I’ve been wearing Held Karakum Gore-Tex motorcycle textiles, and as you’d expect from anything bearing the Gore-Tex logo (and indeed from German manufacturer Held), they’ve seen me through rain, wind, and sun. Right from the unboxing, the quality of this suit is evident; it exudes a premium feel that speaks of Held’s reputation…
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Your favourite classic bike shows are now in you pocket!
Classic Bike Shows, the organisers of the UK’s most-loved biking events, are excited to announce the launch of their brand-new app. The app allows enthusiasts to stay up to date with all the latest happenings in the classic bike scene.
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TESTED: BMW F 900 GS
Adam ‘Chad’ Child has got his thoughts down on the new Beemer. Here’s what you need to know: Bigger engine, more power, less weight and a new look for the 2024 BMW F 900 GS- It’s weird to think the new middleweight F 900 GS produces more power than the legendary 1200 GS when it…
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Celebrate 40 Years of Normous Newark Autojumble!
Join us at the Newark Showground on September 15, 2024, as we celebrate 40 years of Normous jumbling! The Normous Newark Autojumble has been a hub for car & motorcycle enthusiasts since its inception, offering a treasure trove of car and motorcycle parts, vintage tools, and unique memorabilia. To mark this special occasion, we’re giving…
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Harley-Davidson: Croatia for the 2025 HOG Rally
Harley-Davidson® has announced that the highly anticipated 31st iteration of its annual European Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.TM) Rally will take place June 12-15, 2025 in Medulin, Croatia. The European H.O.G. Rally moves to a different location every year, reflecting the Group’s continent-wide membership, and is regularly attended by Harley-Davidson riders and fans from across…
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October 2024
We have another high-octane issue of MSL ready for you – this time, Honda CBR600RR, MV Agusta Enduro Veloce, a Canadian adventure, & more!
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TESTED: Honda Fireblade RR-R SP
Four years on from the revolutionary release of the RCV-inspired Fireblade, Honda’s given its flagship sportsbike a masterpiece of a makeover. Bruce Wilson reports… While there is undoubtedly so much to love about the revolutionary Blades of the last few years, I’d be lying if I say that either of the 2020-plus machines have been…
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October 2024
Take a look at the best custom bikes of old in the October issue of Back Street Heroes!
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October 2024
As always, our October edition of Fast Bikes magazine is packed with product guides, columns, and fantastic features.
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TESTED: Yamaha XSR 900 GP
Rolling the dice down the retro route, Yamaha’s hit the jackpot with its latest old-school themed offering… The core of the XSR is Yamaha’s polished and proven CP3 triple motor that boasts a tidy 119bhp and claims 93Nm of torque to back things up. The engine is a direct crossover part with the new MT-09,…
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LONG TERMER: Ducati Scrambler Nightshift
Ross Mowbray has been astride the head-turner from Bologna, but is it turning his head? We found out… Ducati’s Scrambler has been a barnstorming success for the Bologna-based firm since its release in 2015. In the intervening years, it’s carved out an enviable reputation as a brilliant back-road blaster and town-traffic buster that harks back…
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LONG TERMER: Voge 525DSX
Simon Meyer’s been putting the miles on the middleweight adventure motorcycle. Here’s how he’s getting on: The Voge 525DSX will likely have many of you scratching your heads. If you’ve not had your ear to the ground, you may well have missed the firm’s European debut back in 2020. It was a surprisingly well-received 471cc…
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NEW KIT: Motorcycle Hoodie from Rekurv
The new C-11.05 riding hoodie by urban motorcycle clothing brand Rekurv bolsters its casual range, offering riders practicality, style and safety. Rekurv’s latest release is available now in the UK exclusively online at Louis Moto – Europe’s number one motorcycle clothing and accessories retailer. Casual CE safety-rated motorcycle garments have boomed in popularity in recent…
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TOP ROADS: Cornwall
The coastal county down in the southwest corner of this fair isle is a special place to ride; from gently sweeping Tarmac with spectacular sea views to lush, hedge-lined single-track lanes, it’s well worth making the pilgrimage and having an explore… Land’s End Stick to the smaller coastal roads and you’ll not go far wrong…
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DUCATI: NEW Panigale V4S
Ducati’s just whipped the covers off its new range of Panigale V4s… The Panigale’s been a big success for the Bologna-based firm over the past decade or so, winning over speed-loving lads and lasses who appreciate its race-winning heritage, sharp Italian styling, seriously sophisticated electronics, and top-level performance. First released in 2011, Ducati’s Panigale has…
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KOVE MOTORCYCLES: Who? Read on…
Chinese firm Kove’s added its first ‘big bike’ to its adventure-focused range – and it looks like a winner Kove’s a pretty cool company. While it’s not exactly a big name in the UK, the Chinese factory has made waves since being founded just a few short years ago, in 2017. It’s probably best known…
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LIMITED EDITION: Tricked out Africa Twins
The Africa Twin’s an icon with some serious off-road pedigree. Based around Honda’s Paris Dakar winning NXR-750, the original AT has a proper cult following among adventurous riders in the know. The ‘new’ version’s built on that successful formula and ‘historic’ prestige, and since its release back in 2016, it’s established itself as one of…
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ROYAL ENFIELD: Guerrilla Goodness
Royal Enfield’s added another ride to its range; and it’s powered by the same motor as the new Himalayan 450 Royal Enfield’s been on a winning streak of late. Its recent output of stripped-back, simple and stylish retro rides have gone down very well indeed, winning favour with riders young and old, far and wide. …
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Day Ride: Crans-Montana to Swiss Passes
Three of Europe’s most well-known mountain passes, all covered in one day of mind-bending scenery and nerve-wrenching hairpins.
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FOGGY: Still gets goosebumps
Carl Fogarty admits he can still feel the emotion of winning his first World Superbike title even though it happened 30 years ago. The Blackburn hero, fondly known as Foggy, became a British sporting icon during a career that saw him lift four World Superbike Championships. But it was his maiden success in 1994 that…
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Daniel Craig’s Bond Triumph motorcycles to be auctioned in support of the RNLI
Actor Daniel Craig has donated his personal 007 edition Triumph motorcycles to raise funds for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
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RIDING TIPS: Always learning
Valuable insight from Hannah Godden… It’s my second session on the track and I’ve forgotten which bend is coming up next. Ah. The chicane. Too late – I’m over the kerb, momentarily in the air and on to the grass. I slow down, red-faced, and sweaty-palmed but still upright, while the rest of my group…
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TESTED: KTM 1390 Super Duke
Bigger is better as far as KTM’s new Super Duke goes. Johnny Mac gets stuck in with the massive twin on track and gives us his take. For all its available performance and technical features, the Super Duke absolutely nails the one thing any motorbike must deliver above all else – fun. In the company…
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TESTED: Ducati DesertX Rally
Bruce Wilson hits the deep, sandy stuff to see whether Ducati’s latest adventure bike should be on your wish list. It’s not every day I wipe blood from my lips, dirt from my eyes, and arch my back in agony. Then again, it’s not every day I return from hitting the desert on a 211…
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