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KIT: Tried & Tested, Schuberth C5 Helmet
The C5 is new from the ground up, sharing no parts with its predecessor. Homologated to the new ECE 22:06 standard, it is P/J rated (use with the front up or down). Bob Pickett has been using it. Here’s his verdict: The C5 is festooned with smart features. The flip-front can be locked in place…
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Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP launch
Honda’s gone back to the drawing board and sharpened the Blade in every way imaginable, as we discovered first hand on its launch at Portimao…
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SPECIALIST SPOTLIGHT: Schuberth
What does it take to carve out a reputation as one of the best helmet manufacturers in the game? Bob Pickett finds out… German helmet manufacturer Schuberth have been in existence for just over 100 years. Yet helmet design was far from their thoughts when the company began. In 1922, Schuberth were formed as a…
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Long Termer: Indian Pursuit
After super-fast tourers and a charismatic Italian, Dave settles down with a big American.
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MOTORCYCLE TRAVEL: Minding the pennies
Budget travel can be tricky. But if you already own a bike and you’re happy to be flexible, there’re lots of ways you can save cash when you’re out exploring, without compromising your experience. Editor Ross tells us how… ACCOMMODATION Unless you’re going to be wild camping under the stars, you’re going to be spending…
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QUICK SPIN: Triumph Scrambler 1200
The Scrambler 1200 joined the Triumph line-up back in 2019 and was an instant hit. New for this year, we see a reinvented 1200 XE and the all-new 1200 X model. Tim Neave has spent some time with the big Scrambler. Here’s what he has to say: The Scrambler 1200 XE might just have nabbed…
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Why Supersport is back
Ever the optimists, here’s why we think a resurgence of the sector is on the cards.
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QUICK SPIN: Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
Royal Enfield has taken the sensible step of flipping its Super Meteor 650 retro cruiser and turning it into a more youthful and possibly easier to sell (in the UK anyway) mini-performance cruiser. Ryan Moloney reports: Despite starting out life as a Super Meteor 650, there’s more going on than first meets the eye. The…
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Visiting Krazy Horse’s new biker art exhibition
Last Friday, Nik went along to Krazy Horse’s new biker art exhibition by artists Rugman and Sheriffs Dirty.
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LONG-TERMERS: BMW R1250 R
What’s Alan Dowds been up to with the big Beemer? Here’s his report… Progress – it’s an amazing thing. In just 30 years or so, the bike industry has doubled the power output of 1000cc bikes, added incredible electronic safety aids, and improved tyres so much that you could win a 1993 superbike race on…
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Husqvarna’s Svartpilen 801 is coming! This is what we know so far.
Husqvarna’s just confirmed it’s going to be bringing out a large-capacity version of its funky Svartpilen roadster-cum-scrambler. The news from the Austrian-owned firm isn’t exactly a surprise, following its not-so-subtle social media teaser a few weeks back. But that doesn’t mean it’s not exciting. Historically, it was only possible for riders to get their hands…
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EVENT: Harley-Davidson announces 30th Harley Owners Group European Rally
Moto-culture, music and adventure will take centre stage in Senigallia, Italy this summer! Harley-Davidson® is excited to announce its plans for the 30th edition of its famous European Harley Owners Group® (H.O.G. ®) Rally, which is being hosted for the first time in Senigallia, Italy from 6-9th June 2024. The Annual European H.O.G. Rally is…
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April 2024
Take a look at the best custom bikes of old in the April issue of Back Street Heroes!
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TOP ROADS: Rutland
You’d be forgiven for not giving Rutland much of a look in when you’re contemplating where to go riding. But England’s smallest county actually has plenty going for it… Tucked neatly between Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire, the 147 square mile patch of rural England offers a surprisingly saucy selection of top roads to explore which…
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April 2024
As always, our April edition of Fast Bikes magazine is packed with product guides, columns, and fantastic features.
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TECH: Learner legal rider aids
Learners rejoice! Electronic specialist Bosch is rolling out its trick rider aid technology to smaller capacity bikes… You’ll likely know all about the swathes of sophisticated electronic rider aids that adorn the latest generation of top-shelf motorcycles from the big names in the game. You can’t move for the stuff. It’s now common to get…
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TECH: All-weather riding kit
Indian Motorcycles has filed a patent for some futuristic biker gear which’ll make riding all-year round even easier… How’s it going to do that? The American firm has come up with an idea for some clever kit which has both heating and cooling technology and is linked to the bike through contact points, rather than…
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Long termer: 2 months on a KTM 790 Duke
After getting to know KTM’s 790 Duke last month, in month two of his long term review, Ross discovers the Chinese-built naked’s weakness… motorways.
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TECH: The bike of the future?
Chinese firm CFMoto has filed a patent for some clever technology which links a camera with an electronic suspension system… With each new model year, we’re seeing ever more technology-advanced motorcycles making it to market. The biggest names in the game continue to push the boundaries and come up with clever solutions to make riding…
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Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers dies aged 66
TV chef Dave Myers, best known as one half of the Hairy Bikers, has died at the age of 66, according to a statement from his co-star Si King on social media. He found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He reached new fans in 2013…
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Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers dies aged 66
TV chef Dave Myers, best known as one half of the Hairy Bikers, has died at the age of 66, according to a statement from his co-star Si King on social media. He found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He reached new fans in 2013…
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EVENT: Get revved up for Suzuki Live!
The trackday-cum-festival is back at Cadwell Park this summer – and there’s a packed programme of biking brilliance going on across the weekend Suzuki Live has gone from strength to strength over the past few years; growing from a one-day trackday to a weekend-long party for fans of all things Suzuki. If you like your…
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April 2024
We have another high-octane issue of MSL ready for you – this time, Suzuki GSX-S1000GX, Triumph Scrambler 1200, Kawasaki Versys 650 GT, and more!
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Husqvarna Svartpilen and Vitpilen 401
Following swiftly on from the launch of the newest generation KTM 390 Duke, Husqvarna’s asked us to fly South and throw a leg over it’s updated pair of stylish roadsters. The Duke has rightly earned its place in the hallowed halls of the Naked Bike Hall of Fame. The range continues to sell exceptionally well…
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