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New graphics for Shark Vancour motorcycle helmet
Further to the release of SHARK’s urban helmet, the Vancore, the French brand has added two new graphics to the matt and gloss colours already available. The two new graphics – Wipeout and RYU – are available in UK dealers and give the Vancore range added style and attitude.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the…
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Kawasaki GPZ900R review| Used bike
Steve Cooper from the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club picks out another great example of classic oriental metal To think of the GPZ as ‘just another old bike’ is to miss everything the 30-year-old Ninja gave the world of motorcycling… If you own a liquid cooled four-cylinder motorcycle today, you owe a debt of thanks to…
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URGENT: Continental tyre recall affecting 170,000 motorcycle tyres
Continental today announced a voluntary tyre exchange program covering approximately 170,000 Continental 120/70 ZR 17 and 120/70 R 17 motorcycle tyres. Market feedback indicates that a very small number of these tyres have exhibited a condition in the tread and/or belt which may lead to separation and possible air loss. Continental has not received any…
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Free CBT with the Kymco K-Pipe
Kymco is offering free compulsory basic training (CBT) on two of its most popular motorcycles with young riders and first time bikers, the K-Pipe 50 and K-Pipe 125. This exclusive offer is available on all new K-Pipe models purchased via Kymco’s UK dealer network between 1st July and 30th September 2014. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy…
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“We‘ve made it really easy to ride” | How the Indian Scout was designed
Roland Brown spoke to Gary Gray, Indian Motorcycles Product Director at the recent Scout launch… “Why did we choose 1133cc? The capacity just seemed like the right number. We wanted a torque curve that is easy to ride, we wanted 100bhp in North America and Europe, and we wanted a bike that was lightweight and…
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Help rebuild the Ulster Grand Prix House in memory of David Wood
The team behind the rebuilding of Ulster Grand Prix House in memory of David Wood is urging bike fans to show their support by ‘buying a block’ for the building. Promoters of the Metzeler Ulster Grand Prix, the Dundrod and District Motorcycle Club (DDMC) has been working closely with The David Wood Foundation, Lisburn City…
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Steve Parrish MAD tour at The National Motorcycle Museum
World champion, BBC TV presenter, practical joker & prankster Steve Parrish will be appearing live on stage at the National Motorcycle Museum on the evening of Friday 31/10/14. Kicking off the National Motorcycle Museum’s 30th anniversary weekend fans will be able to learn about the life and times of Steve Parrish (Stavros) who will provide…
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Guy Martin favourite to win Ulster Grand Prix
Competition got underway at 2014 Bike Week on Wednesday afternoon as the first qualifying sessions took place ahead of the Plant Lubrication NI Dundrod 150 in association with Valvoline on Thursday and the Metzeler Ulster Grand Prix road races on Saturday. The morning started with some uncertainty as the paddock awoke to rainy skies over…
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New off-road brake pads from Brenta
Designed and made in Italy using the latest in braking technology, Brenta Brake Pads have quickly established a strong reputation for high quality and affordability, and now Internet parts specialist Wemoto has introduced a comprehensive range of Brenta sintered brake pads for off-road machines. The latest and most advanced production techniques are used throughout the…
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MotoGP comes to Wales
The Circuit of Wales is set to host the British round of the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship until 2024 after agreeing a five-year contract with the option for further five year extension with the Championship’s commercial rights holders, Dorna Sports S.L. The collaboration will begin in 2015 with next year’s Grand Prix which could be…
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UK price of new EBR 1190SX street fighter revealed
After unveiling the looks of its 1190SX two months ago, Erik Buell Racing (EBR) today also announced the European pricing of the new streetfighter. The EBR 1190SX will be available in Europe as of mid august with UK prices starting at £11,398. The EBR 1190SX is a true naked streetfighter style sport bike with uncompromised…
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New Pinlock motorcycle ear plugs filter wind noise but allow conversation
It’s common knowledge among experienced riders: you need good quality hearing protection. Exposure to noise levels of 95 to 105 decibels, quite common during motorcycle riding, for even a short period of only fifteen minutes may already cause permanent hearing damage. Hearing protection is very efficient in preventing this hearing damage, but only when the…
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2015 Suzuki RM-Z450 announced
Suzuki has announced that its hotly anticipated 2015 RM-Z450 will be launched with an RRP of £6,399 and is available on 0% APR finance over two years. The new RRP represents a £300 price reduction over the previous model, while a deposit or trade-in valued at £2,000 means the new RM-Z450 can be had for…
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Kit spotlight: How the REALRIDER app keeps you safe
With over 15,000 people registered and more than 10,000 apps downloaded to date, REALRIDER is already keeping many riders safe, but that hasn’t stopped development… Everyone has to have insurance to ride a bike – you hope you never have to use it but it’s there just in case. REALRIDER is the same, but instead…
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Can you be too obsessive when buying a motorcycle?
I admit, I’m pretty anal when it comes to buying a bike. It’s got to look clean, well-loved, and ride perfectly. When I bought my CBR600, I’d been looking at Ducati Monsters, an SP1, FireBlades and more, but most of them had something wrong with them. The CBR I have is very clean and looks…
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2015 Indian Scout review
Indian Scout £10,399 | 100bhp@8000rpm | 72-lb-ft@5900rpm | 1133cc liquid-cooled V-twin Tested by Roland Brown. Motorcycle Journalist and former international racer, Roland Brown is one of the world’s most respected bike testers. Subscribe to his fantastic YouTube channel – iMotorcycle Video – here.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click…
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The development of the KTM RC125 | 10 minutes with Diego Arioli
Italian born KTM Product Manager, Diego Arioli has worked on the RC from the very beginning in 2011. We chatted to him to find out more about the development of the RC125… What made you want to bring out a mini-sportsbike now?Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here…
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New Vespa Sprint 125 scooter accessories released
Vespa has introduced a couple of classy classic leather accessories for its new small-bodied Sprint 125 scooter.Hand-made in Italy from high quality genuine cowhide and shaped in the same style as the sport design seat, the Leather Saddle adds a touch of class and enhances the traditional look of the new Sprint, which was inspired…
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New CTEK MXS smart motorcycle battery charger
CTEK, a leading global brand in the care and maintenance of vehicle batteries, has launched the MXS 3.8, a 3.8 amp smart battery charger, featuring advanced diagnostic, recovery, charging and maintenance capability with an easy to follow display. The MXS 3.8 offers a unique seven step-approach to battery care, available at the touch of a button, to…
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2014 KTM RC125 review
£4499 | 15bhp @ 9500rpm | 8.9lb-ft @ 8000rpm | 124.7cc | 4-stroke single cylinder Tested by: Carli Ann Smith Photos: KTMArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Developed on the race track and now brought to the streets, KTM has introduced its…
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London buses trial motorcycle safety technology
Transport for London (TfL) are to fit four London buses with detection software that alerts drivers when motorcyclists (plus cyclists and pedestrians) are moving close to their vehicles. TfL will run a six-week trial from 15th August on route 25 and route 73. The rival systems are CycleEye from Fusion Processing Limited and Cycle Safety…
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Giacomo Agostini wheelies a Yamaha MT-09
As guest of honour at The Great Carole Nash Scottish Motorcycle Show, Giacomo Agostini took time out from interviews and meeting fans to have a crack at a wheelie on an MT-09. Needless to say, he kicked ass… There’s still time to meet Ago, Alex George and Eric Boocock, as well as try the wheelie…
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Akrapovič releases new Yamaha MT-09 exhaust
The Akrapovič Racing Line (Carbon), with its striking carbon fibre outer-sleeve and stainless steel headers, suits the naked design of the Yamaha bike and is claimed to bring the best out of the high-torque 3-cylinder engine. Producing an extra 6.4Nm (4.7lb-ft) of torque at 5,150 revs and increased power output of 7bhp, the Racing Line (Carbon)…
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Roll a motorcycle with the Purple Helmets
The Isle of Man’s Purple helmets are famous for their outlandish stunt shows. We lashed a Drift Ghost S to one of their bikes to get you in on the action. The riders are performing at The Carole Nash Great Scottish Bike Show in Edinburgh on the 9th and 10th August. Don’t miss your chance…
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