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Demand VAT off motorcycle airbags and clothing
Motorcycle Airbag suppliers MotoAirBag has an important petition on its stand at the NEC Motorcycle Live show. Despite having BS EN compliance, safety-tested and rated clothing for motorcyclists attracts full rate VAT. This tax deters motorcyclists from investing in products that may save their life, or reduce the severity of an accident.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More…
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WK unveils new 400cc adventure motorcycle
WK bikes has announced the new 400 Trail adventure bike at Motorcycle Live. Available in April/May it’s expected to cost £3000 – £3500, and comes with the panniers as standard. The 400cc single features Siemens rule injection, and is currently being tested on the road, and on WK’s own enduro track.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything…
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Custom levers for Harley Davidson touring models from Kuryakyn
Good news for those looking for custom levers for Harley Davidson touring models – Kuryakyn’s top-selling Boss Blades & Zombie Levers are now available for 2014-2015 touring models with a hydraulic clutch. Boss Blades are available in chrome and feature a wide, deeply dished blade that offers a reduced reach while still affording the necessary…
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New Suzuki Bulletin motorcycle app launched
Suzuki has launched a brand new app for its popular Suzuki Bulletin online magazine with the first issue available to download now on both Apple and Android devices. Packed with exclusive and interactive content, the Suzuki Bulletin app is Suzuki’s first magazine app and takes users inside the world of the Japanese manufacturer.Article continues below……
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326hp Kawasaki H2R spits flames on the dyno
This year’s Motorcycle Live is proving to be the best ever, with some truly awe-inspiring bikes on display, from Ducati’s Scrambler to Yamaha’s R1; Honda RC213V-S to the incredible Kawasaki H2R. Kawasaki unveiled the Ninja H2R to a huge crowd, first warming it up, and teasing onlookers with the throaty roar of this track-only machine.…
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New motorcycle boots from Falco
Falco has released details of its new motorcycle boots for 2015. AvantourArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. The new CE certified Avantour have been conceived for “dual-use” – both on-road/off-road. The boot features hydrophobic treated full-grain leather upper with “High-Tex” waterproof…
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Riders for Health launches festive MotoGP auction
If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas gift for a MotoGP fan, Riders for Health is celebrating the end of the 2014 MotoGP season by auctioning 17 totally unique items of motorcycle racing memorabilia on eBay. The items, which range from knee sliders to original paintings, have been signed by some of the biggest names…
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Dainese launches new menswear clothing range
Dainese has announced the launch of a new menswear clothing range – the 36060 collection. The collection name “36060” refers to the zip code of Molvena, a small Italian village where Lino Dainese founded the company in 1972. Dainese is renowned for producing functional, technical performance gear for the world’s top motorcycle racers and recreational motorcyclists,…
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Herald Classic 250 and Herald Café 250 review
Herald Classic 250 and Herald Café 250 review | £2842 | 21bhp | 14.4lb-ft | air-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke Tested by: John Milbank Photos: Joe DickArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. After the popularity of the HMC Classic 125, a…
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Triumph’s big bike build off – Bobber V Scrambler
Following the unveiling of two factory customs at this year’s EICMA (Milan, 4th– 9th November) exhibition, Triumph Motorcycles is calling for riders across the world to vote for their favourite model in their big bike build off. With the winner set to be announced at Motorcycle Live in Birmingham (22-30 November), the custom competition will finally…
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New Furygan motorcycle clothing
Furygan has introduced a range of new motorcycle clothing due to arrive in UK dealers before Christmas – and fans of the brand can get a sneak preview at this year’s Motorcycle Live, which takes place at the NEC Birmingham from 22-30 November. The new collection includes leather and textile jackets and gloves – all…
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Three more reasons to go to Motorcycle Live at the NEC
Motorcycle Live 2014 is promising to be one of the best biking events of the year, what with the new Yamaha R1 on display, Kawasaki running the H2R on a dyno, the Ducati Scrambler and much more (plus the chance to come and say hello to us of course!). Three of our friends have some…
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2015 Triumph Tiger 800 review
2015 Triumph Tiger 800 | From £8499 | 94bhp@9,250rpm |58lb-ft@7,850rpm | 800cc liquid-cooled, line 3-cylinder Tested by: Tony Carter Photos by: Alessio Barbanti, Paul Barshon, Matteo Cavadini, Freddie KirnArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Despite what Triumph and…
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Carl Fogarty replica motorcycle helmet – SHARK Speed-R Series 2
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Carl Fogarty winning his first World Superbike Championship title, SHARK has launched a limited edition replica helmet of the iconic British rider. Foggy still holds the record for the most wins in the series – 59 to be precise – and has four world championship titles to his name winning in 1994, 1995,…
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Skill for life: Carli’s advanced riding diary | IAM an advanced rider…
“All advanced riders from the IAM are old men…” “Learning is boring – what do you want to do another test for? I already know what I am doing on the road and can ride fast …”Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or…
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New Honda CB125F | 2015 new motorcycles
Honda has just announced a new machine – the Honda CB125F. Here’s what the press release had to say… An entry-level 125cc motorcycle has to be a multi-faceted machine. To some it represents the most economical way of getting from A to B, both in terms of initial affordability and running costs. To these riders…
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New Rukka catalogue 2015
Grab the new Rukka catalogue for 2015 from your local authorised Rukka stockist now. The new Rukka catalogue contains all the information about thew new line-up from the Finnish specialist of motorcycling clothing and accessories and includes 23 new products ready for the new riding season.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by…
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Inside Irish road racing with Ivan McKillop
Ivan McKillop is one of the real characters of the Irish road racing scene. His dealership, McKillop Motorcycles is based near Ballymoney, right up in the north of County Antrim, in the heart of Ireland’s road race territory. He’s ten minutes from the Armoy road race, 15 minutes from the North West 200, and 45…
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Kawasaki Z1000SX long-term review | The lads’ holiday
John Milbank takes the Kawasaki Z1000SX on a biking holiday he’ll never forget… We’ve just ridden for an hour through the most stunning scenery, round beautiful corners, and on the best surfaces. It’s baking hot, and we’re stood in a service station forecourt eating ice creams. “What was that road we just did?” I ask.…
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Meet Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell at Motorcycle Live, NEC
Victory Motorcycles invite you to an audience with Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell at Motorcycle Live, NEC, Birmingham, Midday, November 22nd. Join Victory Motorcycles at Motorcycle Live on Saturday 22nd November for the unveiling and handover of a unique hand-built custom machine at 12PM, commissioned for Motörhead guitar legend Phil Campbell, who’s responsible for delivering some…
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Don’t miss the Classic Bike Guide Newark motorcycle show
Motorcycle enthusiasts will be given an early chance to set themselves and their machines up for 2015 as Newark Showground once again hosts its now traditional New Year motorcycle event. Taking place on the weekend of January 3-4, the Carole Nash Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic features trade stands and autojumble stalls throughout the venue’s halls…
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Get your FREE iPad weekly news app
MoreBikes Weekly is the FREE motorcycle news, reviews and features app for your iPhone and iPad (Android coming soon). Created by the team behind this website, every issue is packed with the latest new bikes, kit, competitions and more. And yes, it really is FREE every Tuesday! Enjoy fantastic articles, with great images and video, anywhere. Once…
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2015 World Superbike schedule announced
Dorna has released details of the FIM Superbike World Championship, the FIM Supersport World Championship, the FIM Superstock 1000 Cup and the FIM Europe Superstock 600 Championship. The Official Test days are also scheduled: Round 1, Phillip Island – Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 February (WSBK, WSS)Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by…
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See and hear the Kawasaki H2R on the dyno at Motorcycle Live
As expected the Kawasaki H2R and H2 will be on display at Motorcycle Live, at Birmingham’s NEC, but we’ve just heard that every day, at 12.30pm, the H2R will be run at full throttle on a dyno! As a special feature, Kawasaki is planning a unique “sound and vision” event each day at which the Supercharged…
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