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Honda VFR800X Crossrunner | 2015 new motorcycles
Honda’s premium sports tourer – the VFR800X Crossrunner – has evolved for 2015, with a host of upgrades designed to deliver more hard-riding excitement. It features more mid-range torque and top-end power from its upgraded V4-VTEC engine, sharper modern styling plus refined ergonomics and longer travel suspension, new wheels and brakes. Honda Selectable Torque Control…
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Kawasaki Versys 1000 | 2015 new motorcycles
The Kawasaki Versys 1000 (Versatile System) has been cleverly re-engineered and re-designed, completing the reborn family of all street bikes in the new model range. A fresh new look has been given to this all-around machine, ensuring that design and a fun and sporty character are both core attributes of the Kawasaki Versys 1000. The…
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Kawasaki Ninja H2R | 2015 new motorcycles
After some very teasing videos and much speculation from forums and the press, Kawasaki has finally revealed the Ninja H2R: a machine it (and we) consider to be truly historically significant. Craftily, Kawasaki has only given us details of the track bike, with the road-going H2 due to be revealed at EICMA in Milan next…
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Kawasaki Versys 650 | 2015 new motorcycles
The latest incarnation of the Kawasaki Versys 650 has been launched at the Intermot motorcycle exhibition in Cologne, Germany. The Versys 650, already popular for its multi-purpose capabilities and its fun character, has been redesigned to reflect the sporty range-wide Kawasaki DNA and has received a multitude of upgrades for 2015. A fresh new look…
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BMW S1000RR | 2015 new motorcycles
The supersport BMW S1000RR has lost 4kg, and gained 6bhp through a redesigned cylinder head and new exhaust system (which saved 3kg itself) to reach 196bhp. Torque delivery is said to be refined, with a peak of 83lb-ft. Despite these big numbers, BMW claims the bike is more rider-friendly. The chassis has been tweaked with…
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BMW R1200R | 2015 new motorcycles
This is the new BMW R1200R. Using the same 125hp engine as the R 1200 GS, RT and RS, it’s claimed the 92-lb-ft lump has a more uniform torque delivery throughout the rev range. The engine is a self-supporting element of a new tubular-steel bridge frame, with upside-down forks and an EVO Paralever rear, and incorporates…
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BMW R1200RS | 2015 new motorcycles
As the just-announced BMW R1200RS, the new RS feature the same 125hp, 92lb-ft motor as seen in the R 1200 GS, RT, and RS, which is claimed to give a more uniform torque delivery throughout the rev range. The sports-tourer design shares the R 1200 R’s self-supporting engine and new tubular-steel bridge frame, with upside-down…
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ABS and new colours for Yamaha | 2015 new motorcycles
Along with the exciting announcements of a new Yamaha XJR1300 and XJR1300 Racer, plus the Yamaha MT-07 Moto Cage, other bikes in the company’s range have had some tweaks… Yamaha YZF-R125Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Following the…
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Press release points to new Yamaha VMAX for 2015
Yamaha’s recent announcements of the new XJR1300 and XJR1300 Racer reveal bikes heavily influenced by the company’s ‘Yard Built’ collaboration with motorcycle customisers. A release sent out at the same time says that the scheme will continue, with talk of a celebration of the 30th anniversary of the VMAX, so we should see a new…
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Yamaha XJR1300 Racer | 2015 new motorcycles
New XJR1300 Racer Just as Keino’s Rhapsody in Blue inspired the new XJR1300, so the collaboration in 2013 with Deus Ex Machina on the beautiful XJR1300 Eau Rouge inspired the new XJR1300 Racer, which like the new MT-07 Moto Cage, will be a special edition built by an official Yamaha dealer with genuine Yamaha parts.…
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Yamaha XJR1300 | 2015 new motorcycles
The Yamaha XJR1300 is an icon whose raw presence has been unrivalled over the last 20 years since it hit the streets. For 2015 the XJR is back, and it’s evolved. The 1300cc naked street machine stays true to its ‘Japanese Performance Classic’ origins with a pure, powerful design and the largest displacement air cooled…
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Yamaha MT-07 Moto Cage | 2015 new motorcycles
Yamaha has released details of its new bikes a day ahead of the Intermot show in Cologne, the first of which is the new MT-07 Moto Cage; a dealer-built special edition of the brilliant bike launched this year. Here’s what Yamaha has to say: MT-07 goes extreme Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the…
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2moroRider update: Te Waipounamu – new rides in New Zealand
Round-the-world rider Rhys Lawrey – AKA 2moroRider – has completed the Australasian section of his record-breaking motorcycle journey in style, leading the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride through Auckland on his Triumph Tiger 800XC. “People here are so friendly – the Triumph Owners Club picked me up from the airport, joined me for parts of the ride,…
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New Moto Guzzi California screen from Skidmarx
British bodywork specialists Skidmarx have introduced wind-shields for the Moto Guzzi California 1100 (1997-2012) and 1400 (2013-current), providing riders of this versatile custom touring machine with extra protection from wind and weather. Both screens are manufactured by Skidmarx in their Wessex factory from rigid 4mm thick acrylic sheet, with stainless steel bracing strips.Article continues below……
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New heated motorcycle clothing from KEiS
Designed specifically for motorcyclists, KEiS use the latest Micro Alloy Fibre technology to provide reliable, uniform heating. The advanced heating elements offer much more consistent temperature than traditional wired systems. Incorporated into key areas, they help regulate body temperature, keeping the wearer comfortable and free to focus on the road. They’re also easy to care…
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Free motorcycle show returns to Regent Street this November
London’s Regent Street will be packed with cars and motorbikes on Saturday 1 November… but, for once however, they will all be on public display rather than bumper-to-bumper en route to their next destination. From Piccadilly Circus to Oxford Circus, the capital’s world-famous shopping street will be closed to through traffic so it can, once…
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Can-Am Spyder F3 | 2015 new motorcycles
It might have one too many wheels for some readers, but a Rotax engine and very funky styling has got us interested! The Can-Am Spyder F3 is Bombardier Recreational Products’ (BRP) new addition to the Can-Am Roadster line-up in 2015. The F3’s new muscular design and custom fit UFIT cruising-riding position will allow the open-air,…
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2015 British Superbike BSB dates announced
The 2015 MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship calendar has been announced today (Friday 26 September) following approval by its governing body, the MCRCB. The 2015 calendar will continue to comprise of 12 events across eight UK circuits, as well as a round in continental Europe (the highly popular Assen circuit). The season will commence on…
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Fashion show reveals potential of gold Knox Handroid gloves
Knox is making an impact on the catwalk after a collaboration with luxury men’s fashion designer Marlon Gobel saw their award-winning Handroid gloves taking centre stage in his Spring/Summer 2015 collection. You might wonder why this matters, but there’s something gaudily appealing about the superb Knox Handroids, reviewed here, in gold. We’re pretty sure some of…
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Helite AirNest Air airbag jacket review
Helite AirNest Air Jacket | £449 | www.helite-motorcycle-airbagjackets.co.uk / 01132 843497 | Tested by Carli Ann Smith You might not realise straight away, but this Helite motorcycle vest has an inbuilt airbag. In the event that I should part ways with my motorcycle, the airbag inflates within 80 milliseconds to protect my upper body.Article continues below……
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Supermoto Pit Bike racing and the NMRRC: Why YOU should get involved!
John Milbank discovers the most enjoyable, and cheapest motorcycle racing in the UK. It’s fast, fun and open to anyone… Photos by John Milbank Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. There’s a gasp from the crowd as four racers…
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Motorcycle legal advice: Do I have to use my insurer-appointed solicitor?
Q Do I have to stick with my insurer panel appointed solicitor? He is a muppet. Some spoon banged into the rear of my bike at a junction. I fell off and got hurt. Simple you would think. However, the said “spoon” has alleged I reversed into him at speed after selecting the wrong gear and…
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Kawasaki Ninja H2 WILL be the fastest production bike ever
The latest video of the incredible supercharged Kawasaki Ninja H2 has been released, and proves without doubt that this incredible machine is reigniting the top-speed battle. Watch the previous videos at this link, including amazing footage of the engine being thrashed, and find out more about the battle for the top in the past with…
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Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally | 2015 new motorcycles
The much-praised Aprilia Caponord family is extended for 2015 with the addition of the Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally. Information was under embargo until the 30th of September, when many of the new manufacturers will be announcing their bikes, but Aprilia has decided to release the details of this new bike early. Keep checking back for…
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