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Theory test prices set to drop
The cost of car and motorcycle theory tests will drop from £31 to £25 in October 2014, and then to £23 in October 2015. The cost of the driving theory test will be cut by 25 per cent, saving learner drivers in excess of £100 million over the next nine years, Transport Minister Stephen Hammond…
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Suzuki GT250 X7 added to vintage parts programme
Suzuki GB has announced another new addition to the hugely popular Vintage Parts Programme, with the iconic GT250 X7 following the recent inclusion of the original GSX-R750 ‘Slabby’. The GT series, first launched in Europe in 1973, quickly developed a cult following. Widely heralded as the first 250 to achieve a genuine 100mph, the now-sought…
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New Bonneville waxed motorcycle jacket from Richa
New in Richa’s 2014 collection is the Bonneville, a waxed motorcycle jacket that takes its style straight from the golden age of motorcycling and is manufactured using the highest quality of waxed cotton from The British Millerain® Company Ltd. The Bonneville offers more bang for your buck and has everything you’d expect from a top-of-the-range jacket, apart from the price tag.…
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The best motorway services revealed
Every so often, us bikers find ourselves on the motorway… I know, it’s not the place for our bikes really, but if you’re desperate to eat up some miles, and low on fuel (or after a bite to eat), then you’ll be laughing if you’re on the M6 in Cumbria… Which? members have rated the…
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Reader Review: Suzuki GSX 750 W Inazuma | Reader review
Name: Stuart David Halley From: Midlothian Riding for: 20+ years Price paid for the bike: £1200 in October 2008 from a private seller in EdinburghArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. What type of riding do you do: Daily commuting. Fast long-weekend trips around Scotland. Day trips to…
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Oxford’s new luxury helmet carrier
Oxford Products has introduced the X25 Tailpack/Deluxe helmet carrier to its Lifetime Luggage range. The X25 is an easy-access tail bag which doubles as a deluxe helmet carrier and is very easy to fit. It is constructed with the same exceptional materials and build quality as the rest of the Lifetime Luggage range. This is available to…
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New summer kit from Dainese
Dainese has released a range of items to keep you looking and feeling cool this summer… The Air-Frame Tex offers excellent levels of ventilation with ample mesh inserts and if the temperature drops, cold protection is offered with a removable lightweight wind-cheating insert. It also comes with a host of features including jacket-to-trouser fastening, homologated, removable protectors and a…
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Police increase deployment across London for road safety
More than 500 Police officers are being deployed at key junctions across London during an intensive two-week operation to promote road safety for all road users. The Met’s Safer Transport Command and Transport for London are continuing to build on the success of Operation Safeway which targets unlawful behaviour by motorists, lorry drivers, cyclists and…
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New Peugeot Speedfight Darkside 125
Peugeot has introduced a special edition of their new 125cc Speedfight in the distinctive matt black and orange Darkside colour scheme.Powered by a punchy new 125cc engine that is tuned for extra mid-range torque, the Speedfight Darkside has the performance and specification to match its sports styling. Its 215mm shuricane front brake disc has a…
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REDANT Motorcycle Cleaner and Power Clean
Tested by: John Milbank RRP: £7.95 & £9.49 More info: www.redantbikecleaners.com | 01424 212776 For general cleaning, REDANT’s Motorcycle Cleaner is easy and safe to use on all bike surfaces. Just spray the bike and leave it for 3-5 minutes before washing off. It’s reasonably priced at less than £8 for 1 litre, but you can…
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Bike & Style book with soundtrack review
Tested by: John Milbank RRP: 49.95 Euro (£40) More info: www.earbooks.net/en | +49 (0)40 890 85-433 If you want a book that makes you feel great about being a biker, this is it. The 180 page coffee-table publication comes with a 10-inch vinyl featuring seven classic rock tracks, including Born to be Wild and The Road…
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Free scooter and motorcycle training
To help combat motorcycle casualties in the area, Caerphilly County Borough Council are offering free courses aimed at riders to take after their Compulsory Basic Training (CBT). Scooter Smart is a one day course aimed at post CBT Riders who haven’t undertaken further training. It is suitable for any riders of bikes up to 125cc.Article continues below… Advert…
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Inside BSB with GBmoto: Three down, ten to go!
Mark Smith-Halvorsen, Lloyds British GBmoto Kawasaki Team Principal talks exclusively to MoreBikes.co.uk “We’re now three rounds down and a quarter of the way through the season…and what a year it’s been so far! “When we started the Kawasaki journey at the end of last season I was quietly confident that by the end of this…
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Join Hopkins, Dunlop, Laverty and more on a Silverstone track day
After the success of last year’s All-Star Track Day, Suzuki has announced its return for 2014, with this year’s event again taking place on Silverstone’s impressive International circuit on Tuesday 5 August. Operating out of the prestigious Wing pit and paddock complex, the All-Star Track Day will again provide attendees the chance to share the…
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New Union Flag open face Caberg Freeride UK
The Caberg Freeride UK not only boasts patriotic head-turning styling but is built to the highest safety standards using refined materials, and integrates a number of key design features within the compact carbon, Kevlar and fibreglass shell. An anti-scratch long visor is also included for rainy days and Sundays when you want to drop it…
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Kappa RA306 bum bag review
Tested by: John Milbank RRP: £33.98 More info: www.kappamoto.com | 01327 706980 I’d needed a way of carrying my GoPro and Drift camera kit on press launches, but didn’t want to lug a rucksack with me as we constantly stop for photoshoots. The Kappa RA306 is perfect – featuring five zipped pockets, I can cram suction…
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Project LiveWire is official: The new Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle
Today, Harley-Davidson reveals Project LiveWire – the first Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle. In keeping with the company’s customer-led product development approach, starting next week select consumers across the U.S.A. will be able to ride and provide feedback on the bike, helping to shape the future of Harley-Davidson’s first-ever electric motorcycle.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More…
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2014 Yamaha MT-09 Street Rally review
£7699 | 113bhp@10,000rpm | 64.5lb-ft@8000rpm | 847cc liquid-cooled triple Tested by: Steve Rose Photos by: John MilbankArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Yamaha’s brilliant new triple puts on its Motard-frock and Doc Martens. ‘Tonight Matthew, I’m going to be a street-rallying mega-moto’ The…
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Free tour event: Discover the Dark Side when you test ride a Yamaha MT
Building on the critical acclaim the extraordinary new MT range has received, Yamaha has created a unique and exciting tour to be held over 5 separate weekends, at selected venues around the UK, where riders can ‘Experience the Dark Side of Japan’ riding one of the latest MT models including the MT-09 Street Rally…
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Kawasaki Scottoiler kit now available
Motorcycle chain oiler manufacturer Scottoiler has introduced a special Kawasaki version of the market leading vSystem. The Kawasaki Kit extends the range of bike specific lubrication kits which are already available for Ducati, KTM, and most recently, Suzuki motorcycles. The Kawasaki Kit – which should give between 500-1000 miles between refills – includes special parts…
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Win a £500 voucher for Bikenation
Bennetts has just launched a commuter survey to investigate the effects that commuting by motorcycle/scooter has on productivity levels in the workplace. If you enter your email address at the end (it takes about five minutes), you’ll be entered into a prize draw with the winner receiving a £500 Bikenation.co.uk voucher, and five runners-up getting a £100 Bikenation.co.uk voucher each. [button link=”http://myvoice.co.uk/uc/admin/e1bf/?a=MB1″…
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Your chance to buy Rossi’s leathers
The Dainese D-Air Racing suit worn by Valentino Rossi at the Italian Grand Prix is now for sale on eBay. [button link=”https://translate.google.co.uk/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.it%2Fitm%2F181436615634%3FssPageName%3DSTRK%3AMESCX%3AIT%26_trksid%3Dp3984.m1554.l2649&edit-text=” type=”big” newwindow=”yes”] Click to see the auction[/button]Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. The lucky bidder will receive the…
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Reader Review: 2004 Ducati 750 Sport | Reader review
Name: Julie Smith From: DoncasterArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Occupation: Environmental Health and Safety Manager Owned bike for: Five years Tell us about it: I’d always been into bikes and often went out as a pillion. I didn’t…
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Duchinni D405 helmet review
Tested by: John Milbank RRP: £79.99 More info: www.thekeycollection.co.uk | 0117 977 9200 It’s easiest to say what you don’t get with this budget lid: A quick-release, anti-fog visor. And, ermm… that’s it!Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. The Duchinni…
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