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Phil Armes returning to the Classic TT to “Finish the job”
Former racer Phil Armes looked to defy the odds last year at the Manx Grand Prix when he swapped his wheelchair for an SV650 Suzuki and donned a set a leathers for the first time since breaking his back at the Ulster Grand Prix in 1995. After patient tuition from the team at ‘The Bike…
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Travel 1350 miles in 2.5 minutes | Scotland by bike in time-lapse
When editor John Milbank took off on his Kawasaki Z1000SX for a weekend to Scotland by bike with four mates, he set a Drift camera to shoot a frame every thirty seconds. The result – the equivalent of riding at 32,400mph – takes in the changing terrain from the midlands to the north of the British…
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The RT Funnel: An innovative new rain suit
Imagine a back pack that can protect you from the sudden rain. Imagine a jacket that can be worn without removing the back pack from your shoulder, can eject from the back pack and be worn on even while keep riding. The RT Funnel is the Kickstarter brainchild of Stafano Mangini, author of Restless Travellers: From…
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MASTER tagged bikes 4 times less likely to be stolen
Following a meeting of the Motorcycle Crime Reduction Group http://www.mcrg.org/, which met this week, figures have been released which show a marked reduction in the theft of motorcycles which have been ‘tagged’ under the UK’s first national and official motorcycle anti-theft scheme. 52,687 new motorcycles and scooters have been protected and registered with the MASTER Security…
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Versatile new Wave motorcycle gloves from Weise
The new Wave motorcycle gloves from Weise combine modern materials and technology to produce a glove that is flexible and versatile. Made with a full-grain leather palm and stretch textile on the back of the hand, an integrated TPU reinforcement covers the knuckles.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly…
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Kawasaki Z1000SX Long-term review | Free days out in London
Rider: John Milbank Bike: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX Miles this month: 347 Miles in total: 2523Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Current fuel economy: 47.9mpg Cost when new: £9699 +£461.95 for panniers or £215.95 for a top box Highlights this month: Enjoying a…
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Upgrade your motorcycle with Stainless Slinky Glide Cables
Slinky Glide cables have swiftly become the leading replacement cable brand at internet parts specialist Wemoto. The rapidly expanding Slinky Glide range is also now available with a stainless steel inner cable for a growing number of machine fitments. Replacing cables with original equipment cables can be painfully expensive, but Slinky Glide provides a range…
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Bonhams to offer “Jimmy’s” Quadrophenia scooter replica at Beaulieu
A replica of the iconic Lambretta scooter ridden by actor Phil Daniels – aka ‘Jimmy’ – in the cult motion pictureQuadrophenia is to be offered as part of Bonhams Beaulieu sale on 6th September. Released in 1979, the film follows Daniels’ character Jimmy, a young working class ‘Mod’ who hates his dead-end job and despises his parents,…
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Win £2000 of bike kit with the Essex Air Ambulance charity ride
Motorcyclists can have three times the fun as Essex Air Ambulance offers 3 ways to win with the Motorcycle Run on Sunday 7th September sponsored by Woodland Group and Jack Lilley Motorcycles. All bikers that pre-register for the event are automatically entered into a prize draw to win the star pre-reg prize; £2,000 worth of motorcycle…
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Givi launches new Blackline motorcycle luggage
In 2010, in response to the pressing demand from European owners of adventure touring bikes, GIVI launched its first line of rectangular cases, called Trekker. Having become the forerunner of a wide range of accessories for adventure touring enthusiasts, the Trekker cases now appear in an updated version with a matte black finish. Moreover, “Black…
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New Dainese back protector
Dainese invented the first back protector in 1981, since then huge progress has been made in improving both active and passive safety. Dainese’s latest back protector, the Manis, is the most evolved form of back protection and has revolutionised the concept of freedom of movement. The Manis not only provides great freedom of movement, it…
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Reader Review: 2003 Aprilia RSV 1000 Mille | Reader review
Name: Damon Parsons From: Essex Riding for: 5 years Price paid for the bike: £2300 in 2012 through a private saleArticle 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: Mainly A and good quality B roads with motorway/dual carriageway getting to and…
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Suzuki announce Datatag scheme for used machines
Following the resounding success of the industry-backed Master Security Scheme in association with Datatag, Suzuki GB has announced the launch of its own Datatag scheme for used Suzuki models too.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Launched in 2013,…
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New Design for KNOX Track Vest
Now featuring the re-engineered Aegis back protector, the Knox Track Vest has been completely re-designed for 2014.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Created for active riders across a range of disciplines, where comfortable unrestricted movement and high levels…
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Bullet Polish now sold at GetGeared
Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. GetGeared.co.uk, one of the largest motorcycle accessory retailers in the UK, has now become the sole UK distributor for the complete Bullet Polish Europe Ltd range of products. James Oakley of Bullet…
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Increase in speed for lorries divides opinion…What’s yours?
Many of you may have heard the announcement by the Department of Transport yesterday. If you didn’t – they are planning to raise the speed limit for lorries on singlecarriage way roads to 50mph. It already seems to have divided opinion, with road safety charity brake expressing ‘serious concerns’ about the move. It’s certainly…
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New Oxford waterproof commuter bag
Oxford have added to their popular Aqua range of waterproof luggage with a 15 litre commuter bag – priced at £49.99. The Aqua range, made from tear resistant tarpaulin, is waterproof and features electro welded seams. The new bag in the range has a roll top opening for protection from the elements, reflective detailing, an…
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The 2014 International Dirt Bike Show
The International Dirt Bike Show halls are filling fast and early indications are that the 2014 edition will topple last year’s Show in terms of the range of exhibitors spanning the dirt bike sector from major manufacturers to international clothing, parts, accessories and aftermarket suppliers, racing associations and retailers. But it doesn’t stop there as the…
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Driver given two-year sentence for speed camera attack
Nottinghamshire driver Adrian Smith has been given a two year custodial sentence for the attack on a speed camera situated on the A57 near Newton-on-Trent on 23rd February 2014. Smith had originally denied attacking the camera but later admitted his part, insisting the camera had been attacked earlier by persons unknown. Smith said the camera was partially damaged when…
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CTEK launches new MXTS 40 motorcycle battery charger & support unit
CTEK, a leading global brand in the care and maintenance of vehicle batteries, has launched the MXTS 40, a powerful smart charger and battery support unit that can provide up to 40A, to meet the increasing demand for safe, fast charging and battery support from workshops and showrooms. This simple to use, electronically safe unit…
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New summer motorcycle boots from TCX
Italian boot manufacturer TCX has an extensive footwear collection, including a range of summer shoes that offer protection as well as keeping feet cool in warmer temperatures. Waterproof versions are also available for when the British weather does its worst. The X-Roadster Waterproof is a casual-looking boot that has a soft touch upper, a padded area to the front…
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Furygan Hero ladies textile motorcycle jacket
RRP: £189.99 More info: www.nevis.uk.com / 01425 478936 Tester: Carli Ann Smith As soon as I laid my eyes on the Hero jacket, I loved it. With its figure hugging fit and multi-layer system – it claims to have it all. Sliding the jacket on, it initially felt a lot tighter than my other textile jackets because of its slim line…
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More three-wheel scooters to come from Yamaha
Motor Cycle Monthly’s Carli Ann Smith spoke exclusively to Shun Miyazawa, Product Manager of the new Tricity… What does your role involve?Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. “My job is to help transfer the customers requirements and needs to…
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First Thai motorcyclists cross China
The first Thai motorcyclists to ride across China have completed their journey, with a little help British motorcycle expedition specialists GlobeBusters.Patima ‘Banana’ Kongpetch and Pawee ‘Wee’ Pandrumrongsatid left London’s Ace Cafe in May and rode to Istanbul, from where they followed the Silk Road across Central Asia to the city of Xi’an in Northwest China,…
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