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2011 Kawasaki W800 vs Triumph Bonneville | Group test review
Kawasaki W800 vs Triumph Bonneville: Two modern retro-styled roadsters, and great bikes in their own right or a poor nod to a time gone by? Steve Rose and Bruce Wilson took used examples from 2011 for a ride to find out… Steve’s ride on the Kawasaki W800 It’s 6am somewhere in middle England. The sound of a lone…
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2013 Yamaha MT-07 | Used bike review
Yamaha MT-07 | Dealer’s price: £4699 | 74bhp | 50lb-ft | Liquid-cooled parallel-twin Words and photos: Bob PickettArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. The MT-07 fills a very important role in the revised and revived Yamaha lineup. It…
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Bikers know more about road safety. Duh, obviously!
Motorcyclists’ knowledge of road safety is almost twice as good as that of car drivers, a new study has revealed. More than 60% of riders know what the safe stopping distance is in rainy conditions at 30mph – 150 feet – compared to 34 per cent of motorists. And those on two wheels are also much…
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A fascinating insight into the life of Lino Dainese
A Vespa ride to London gave young Lino Dainese the inspiration to start making leathers. You might have heard of his Vicenza-based brand… Thanks to a special relationship with a local craftsmen, Lino had the opportunity to uncover and develop what he called the “intelligence of the hands” that, still today, is the heart and soul of the…
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New motorcycle coolant from Silkolene
Fuchs Silkolene Mag Cool is a long-term anti-freeze and coolant concentrate based on mono-ethylene glycol for use in motorcycle engines, especially those containing the latest magnesium alloy technology. Fuchs Silkolene Mag Coois free from nitrates, silicates and phosphates and is formulated using the latest advanced Organic Acid Technology (OAT). Fuchs Silkolene Mag Coo protects highly stressed engines from frost,…
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How to ride in winter | IAM motorcycle advice
Peter Rodger, Chief Examiner at the Institute of Advanced Motorists, has shared his five top tips to help you ride in winter. Check them out, then tell us what YOUR tips are at the bottom of the page… There may be rubble ahead When you’re riding in the rain look well ahead; make sure you…
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Petrol can safety to improve with new spouts
Change in UK regulations will prevent hundreds of burns, save money and stop pollution, say Gloucestershire inventors of a non-spill spout. The Health and Safety Executive evaluated the safety benefits of a simple addition to the standard plastic petrol can spout and as a result they have included non-spill spouts in new regulations. Article continues…
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Replacement BMW shocks available from Wemoto
Internet parts specialist Wemoto has expanded its line of top-quality YSS Top Line emulsion gas shock absorbers to fit a large range of popular BMW models. Now the largest manufacturer of aftermarket shock absorbers, YSS is renowned for its use of high quality components and cutting edge technology. All YSS shocks utilise specially heat treated…
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Yamaha WR250F | 2015 new motorcycles
Along with the announcement of a brand-new R3, Yamaha has revealed a full revamp to its popular enduro machine – the Yamaha WR250F. With its reverse cylinder, the engine is effectively backwards – the inlet is at the front of the bike, allowing air to be drawn straight in, while the exhaust exits the cylinder at…
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Yamaha YZF-R3 | 2015 new motorcycles
Described as a lightweight supersport bike for everyday use, the Yamaha YZF-R3 brings an all-new 320cc parallel-twin motor to the R125, R6 and – soon to be updated – R1 line-up. ABS comes as standard on this A2-licence compliant, 42bhp / 22lb-ft bike, making it an ideal entry-point to the world of sports machines. Here…
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New bikes? Pah! See the motorcycles that made history this weekend
Classic fanatic, sportsbiker, cruiser or scooterist; It doesn’t matter what bike you ride, John Milbank reckons the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics show at Stafford really does have something for everyone. My first experience of the CMM show was last year, a few days after starting my job as editor of MoreBikes.co.uk. Standing in just one of…
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Don’t miss the International Dirt Bike show 30 Oct to 2 Nov
The annual International Dirt Bike Show off-road fest returns to Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire this autumn for another four action-packed days of dirt biking product launches, entertainment and bargains. The Show has been running for well over a decade at Stoneleigh Park and early indications are that this year’s event will topple previous years in terms…
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Reader Review: R&G Kickstand Shoe review | Reader test
R&G Kickstand Shoe review Name: Graham Mudd From: Bedfordshire Riding for: 17 yearsArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Price paid for it: I was sent it to review for MoreBikes in September 2014. Normally costs £29 What type of riding do you do: I ride all…
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Maria Costello celebrates female motorcycle racing in New Zealand
New Zealand is where Maria Costello MBE heads to next week to race at the Barry Sheene Motorcycle Classic at the Hampton Downs race track. Maria, the first woman to stand on the podium at the iconic Isle of Man, is making her second visit to the southern hemisphere to race, having appeared at the…
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Kawasaki Vulcan S | 2015 new motorcycles
Ahead of the expected new releases at EICMA in Milan next month, a brand new middleweight motorcycle has just been announced – the Kawasaki Vulcan S. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. The bike uses a retuned version of…
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GIVI X-Stream XS317 motorcycle rucksack review
GIVI X-Stream XS317 rucksack | £108.25 | www.givi.co.uk / 01327 706220 | Tested by Carli Ann Smith With a 30-litre capacity, there’s plenty of room in the X-Stream – I often carry 10kg in it and haven’t suffered, thanks to the padded shoulder straps and two compression straps which spread the weight no matter how…
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Yamaha Dragstar | Used motorcycle buying guide
Every month Steve Cooper from the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club picks out another great example of classic oriental metal When it comes to buying a Japanese cruiser, you’re well served by the four big manufacturers. Since the late 1970s they’ve all offered a wide range of models: from 125cc learner bikes right up to the…
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New winter motorcycle gloves from Rukka – The Vigleco
Ideal for the cold season – the “Vigleco” are warm winter motorcycle gloves that is claimed to be completely waterproof, creates a pleasant micro climate, is not too bulky, makes for a first-rate feel on the grips and has a double cuff which prevents rainwater from entering the sleeves of the jacket. In Rukka’s home country…
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RST Brooklyn womens motorcycle jacket review
RST Brooklyn womens motorcycle jacket | £119.99 | www.rst-moto.com/ 01773 864420 | Tested by Helen Milbank While John (husband and editor of MoreBikes) is out on a bike almost every day, my trips as a pillion tend to be far less frequent. I’ve been riding around in begged, borrowed and (ahem) stolen kit for the…
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Tell us why you ride… World Champion Body builder, Jon Clark
Carli Ann Smith talks to bikers around the world to find out what makes motorcycles so special…Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. One thing that amazes me is that riding a motorcycle means that you have something in common…
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Motorcycle pre-ride checklist | Ten things all bikers should do
The RAC has sent us a pre-ride checklist of the eight things the company believes every biker should look at before a ride: Check our tyre pressures. Look for any potentially dangerous wear and tear, cracks, dents or objects stuck in the rubber. Check your controls are lubricated and working correctly. Make sure none of your bike’s cables…
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Driverless car expected to hit 150mph
A driverless Audi RS 7 Sportback will tackle Germany’s Hockenheim circuit next week to show the potential of piloted driving technology. With the latest Audi developments on board, the concept car “will drive autonomously to its physical limits with millimetre precision as an exciting sideshow for the German Touring Car Championship (DTM) finale on October 19”.…
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Air Ambulance charity run raises almost £42,000
Two lucky winners recently benefitted from taking part in the Essex Air Ambulance Motorcycle Run & Harwich Family Festival. Angus Dewar from Thorrington is the lucky winner of the Star Pre-reg prize sponsored by Devitt Insurance and has won £2,000 worth of motorcycle kit from Jack Lilley Motorcycles of Romford. Plus, congratulations to Gary Barton…
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Skill for life: Carli’s advanced riding diary | ‘Zoning in’
“There’s no way back now – you’ve developed new habits. It’s a joy to ride with you.”Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Ride out five and here I was, positioning myself perfectly in the road, anticipating actions of…
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