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Book of the Week: Taking it to the Limit
With over 40 years experience in and around the motorcycle industry and 35 years as an award winning documentary film maker Peter Starr is very uniquely positioned to champion his favorite sport. His first book is about the 20 years he spent making over 40 films about motorcycle racing and working with some of the…
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Top Roads: County Durham
If you like your riding beautiful, but a bit bleak, County Durham’s a must visit. You’ll be treated to panoramic views of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and surprisingly quiet, fast, flowing roads which are perfect for motorcycling. We’ve highlighted three cracking roads which cut through the county and, best of all,…
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Road Test: Ducati Scrambler 1100 Tribute Pro
Here’s Mikko Nieminen’s thoughts on the larger capacity Scrambler: Like it or loathe it, it’s difficult to dismiss the Ducati Scramblers as nothing but trendy hipster bikes of the moment. I mean, yes, they may well be that, too, but their impact on Ducati and the industry as a whole has been massive. Launched in…
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What we Wear: RST Pathfinder Waterproof Motorcycle Boots
Our Simon’s been wearing these since early 2023. Here’s what he’s found: British firm RST has carved out an enviable reputation for creating quality kit that doesn’t break the bank, and these Pathfinder boots fit the bill perfectly. I’ve had a couple of pairs of RST boots in the past, and they’ve not let me…
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Road Test: Ducati Scrambler Icon 800
Base model brilliance from Ducati, so editor Ross says… Ducati has hit gold with its Scrambler range. It sells a ton of bikes to the types of riders who probably wouldn’t have been interested in the Italian firm’s more traditional sporty output. With a couple of engine sizes to choose from, and a host of…
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What we Wear: Held Annone GTX Waterproof motorcycle boots
The Held Annone GTX Gore-Tex Motorcycle Boots are a premium offering from German manufacturer Held. These boots are designed to provide maximum protection, comfort, and durability – and I’ve been using these now for about 10 months, through all weathers! One of the standout features is the full-grain leather construction. Full-grain leather is known for…
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RIDER SKILLS: Riding on Motorways
Motorways are great for covering distance in no time, but they come with a whole set of considerations that you need to appreciate to make your progress safe. We talked to Harrison Browne from Phoenix Motorcycle Training to get an idea of the key areas to concentrate on… Although motorways are the UK’s safest roads,…
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Long termer: 6 weeks on a Kawasaki Z-H2 SE
We gave Andy Bell a Kawasaki Z-H2 SE to test out. He already shared his initial thoughts, but has his opinion changed now he’s put in a few more miles?
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Quick Spin: Triumph Tiger 900
The middleweight adventure bike market is seriously competitive at the moment. Triumph’s Tiger 900 has never really been the go-to choice for those who like riding on the rough stuff, with other, more stripped-back machines getting the headlines. But maybe it deserves a closer look. That’s just what our editor Ross has done… A relaxed…
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First Impressions: Moto Guzzi Stelvio
Editor Ross has been the Moto Guzzi Stelvio in Spain. What does he think? Here’s what you need to know: We’ve been out in the hills near Almeria in Spain to find out what the new Moto Guzzi Stelvio is made of. Named after the legendary Italian pass and based largely on the much-lauded V100…
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First Ride: Suzuki GSX-S1000GX
We’ve just had a couple of days to put Suzuki’s new tall-rounder through its paces. The £14,499 bike’s a big deal for the factory, bringing together its much-loved GSX-R1000 motor and its first automatic adjustable suspension system. Here’s editor Ross’s thoughts! Suzuki’s been really busy of late; probably busier than it’s been in years, creating…
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March 2024
The March 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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Long Termer: Suzuki GSX-8S
Stu Baker’s put nearly 3000 miles on the GSX-8S in six months. Here’s what’s been happening with Stu: I had been riding for almost seven hours and had covered 354 miles. There were just six miles to go and, while the Suzuki GSX-8S had passed her first touring test with flying colours, I was getting…
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Fancy a crack at the Cannonball Bike Run? Here’s how.
The Cannonball Bike Run’s heading to Asia to celebrate its 20th anniversary – and there’s still time for you to get involved. The bonkers eight-day, 3,300km rally kicks off at the Brno circuit in the Czech Republic and finishes at Sunny Beach in Bulgaria – via the gateway to the East; Istanbul, and the infamous…
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Triumph: New 2024 Tiger 1200 roars in…
Triumph Motorcycles has announced the latest enhancements and additions to its Tiger 1200 family, taking the range to a new level of sophistication. These updates include even more refined engine performance, enhanced comfort and ergonomics, improved cornering capability and lower seat height thanks to Active Preload Reduction, as well as striking new colour options. Triumph’s…
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More powerful Rocket 3 Storm on the way?
Swiss homologation records confirm the potential introduction of a 180 HP Triumph Rocket 3 equipped with titanium valves. This is what we’ve heard: The Swiss authorities have recently received approval documents from the Hinckley company regarding a revamped edition of their Rocket 3 Storm. This updated version boasts increased power and torque, thanks to targeted…
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Ducati’s hyped up Hypermotard 698 Mono – here’s our take…
Few could’ve predicted Ducati’s move to produce a whopping single-cylinder supermoto, but having put the much hyped Hypermotard 698 Mono through its paces in Spain, we’re super glad that they rolled those dice. Here’s our take on it…
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Pricing announced for the new Moto Guzzi V85 range
The new Moto Guzzi V85 is one of the most eagerly awaited bikes of 2024. The three models available from Moto Guzzi dealers in March are: The V85 Strada, designed for daily use. It stands out with its alloy wheels and street tyres, low front mudguard, and three Riding Modes (Road, Rain, Sport), which manage…
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MIT Electric Vehicle Team building hydrogen-powered bike
The Electric Vehicle Team at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has built a hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric motorcycle.
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Long Termer: Kawasaki Versys 650 GT
Bertie Simmonds has been riding the Versys for a few months now, covering over 1,500 miles. Here’s how he’s getting on: A strange, orange icon appeared on the Kawasaki Versys 650 GT’s LCD display the other morning. It stated: ICE. Now, considering the fact that my teeth were chattering and I was urgently stabbing at…
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Tracking down a XS650, 35 years after we gave it away!
This XS650 may look familiar to long-term readers of the magazine because we gave it away back in 1988. We find out how the years have treated it…
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Save money with R&G’s ‘Dry February’
Yep, it’s been raining. Again. Luckily, our friends at R&G have some fantastic stay-dry offers for you and your bike under their ‘Dry February’ promotion. Any motorcyclist storing their bike outside will be all too aware of the dirt and grime that can quickly build up from exposure to the elements. The R&G Bike Covers…
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Indian: New 2024 Roadmaster Elite
Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, has unveiled its latest Elite model – a showstopping Roadmaster combining high-end sophistication, upscale fit-and-finish, and world-class touring capabilities. Indian Motorcycle designed the 2024 Roadmaster Elite to deliver an authentic, custom-inspired paint scheme for riders looking to turn heads and stand out from the crowd. In 1904 Indian Motorcycle…
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BMW Motorrad Days to return to the Alps
BMW Motorrad Days will return to Garmisch-Partenkirchen for 2024 after two years away.
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