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TT 2019: Steve Hislop remembered with two new coins and special stamp
Thirty years after he broke the 120mph barrier around the world-famous Mountain course, Steve Hislop’s record-breaking Formula One triumph is remembered. A landmark anniversary stamp and coin collectors’ pack is now on sale comprising two x £2.00 coins and a stamp commemorating ‘Hizzy’s’ blistering lap record from 1989 – the first of three TT victories…
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AMAZING: Honda’s secret SUPERCHARGED big naked V plans! Yep. It’s a Honda Monster.
We showed you this first a few months ago, but it’s worth putting this on here again – it’d be a shame to forget that this awesome looking thing is in the ether… Here, then, is the first look at a pretty big secret – Honda’s new V-twin SUPERCHARGED big naked. A bike that the…
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MotoGP: JACK MILLER tries out ALVARO BAUTISTA’S Ducati V4 R race bike… (bet Alex Marquez’s interested in this!)
The big question is – why? Is he getting his eye in on the bike he’s going to compete on in 2020 whilst Alex Marquez makes good on his talks with Pramac Ducati to join MotoGP next year? Ducati is being pretty coy about the actual motivations for the Australian getting out on the Bautista…
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Want to see the Triumph Rocket 3 TFC IN THE FLESH for the FIRST TIME?
Then get yourself down to The Bike Shed London this weekend because the British firm is taking the wrappers of its most powerful motorcycle ever – and it’s doing it in front of Joe Public. You’ll get to get up close and personal with the 2,458cc triple that kicks out over 167bhp and makes a…
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Set it to record! Isle of Man TT 2019 TV coverage STARTS on MONDAY
ITV4 will again be broadcasting all of the action and highlights from this year’s Isle of Man TT Races and the coverage starts next Monday, May 27th. Matt Roberts will be joined by former racers Steve Plater and Cameron Donald. Both have enjoyed TT Mountain Course success with Steve Plater winning the 2008 Supersport and…
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MV Agusta CONFIRMS the gorgeous Superveloce 800 IS going on sale next year!
The Italian company has taken to Instagram to officially reveal that the awesome-looking superbike is going on sale in 2020. No price has yet been mentioned by the factory, apparently that’s going to be unveiled when the production version of the bike appears at the big motorcycles shows later in the year. Expect to get…
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Max Biaggi acquitted of tax evasion charges
The six-time world champion finally has some good news after his father passed away last week. Max Biaggi will not face charges over alleged tax evasion that amounted to nearly 18 million euros and could have meant that the Italian would have been sent to prison for a year. A hearing in the Court of…
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WATCH the ROAD RACING for less than the price of a meal deal. Motorsport TV’s new ‘King of the Roads’ series.
Motorsport.tv is gearing up to bring road racing to the masses, with its new ‘King of the Roads’ series – and if you fancy watching the action, it’ll only cost you £3.50 each month. Motorsport.tv has said that it’s aiming to “capture the very best of the world’s leading motorcycle road races across the UK…
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VIDEO: TRIALS, TRAILS and TARMAC. Sherco’s TY 125 Classic in ACTION.
Sherco has created a short film showing what its new TY 125 Classic is capable of on the trails. Sherco’s learner friendly TY 125 Classic is a clever piece of kit. Ready to ride on the trails and tarmac, the compact trials bike comes with a removable seat kit – which holds an extra 2.7…
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KTM unveils FULL line-up of ENDURO bikes for 2020. And they’re going on SALE next month.
KTM has unveiled its latest line-up of new 2-stroke and 4-stroke enduro machines for 2020. There new base range includes the new KTM 150 EXC TPI, updated KTM 250 EXC TPI and KTM 300 EXC TPI 2-strokes, as well as the KTM 250 EXC-F, KTM 350 EXC-F, KTM 450 EXC-F and KTM 500 EXC-F 4-strokes.…
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RUMOURS: Suzuki’s new Burgman to be unveiled later this year?
Rumours are swirling that Suzuki’s venerable Burgman scooter is set to receive a complete overhaul ahead of the introduction of Euro 5 emissions regulations – and there’s speculation that we might see it as soon as the end of the year. Over the last few weeks we’ve heard whispers that there’s a new Suzuki Burgman…
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Check out this beautiful MV Agusta F3 XX. It makes 160bhp @ 13,000rpm and weighs just 145kg without fuel!
This absolute stunner was unveiled at the Imola round of WSB and – to be honest – we totally missed it. So we are in debt to our friends at Motociclismo.it for bringing our attention to this gorgeous, updated and carboned-to-the-hilt MV Agusta F3. Called the F3 800 XX Reparto Corse, the bike has been…
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MotoGP: 300 up for Honda after Marquez’ French masterclass
A premier class milestone for the Japanese manufacturer is reached as the reigning Champion extends his overall standings lead Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) cruised to victory at the Shark Helmets Grand Prix de France to claim Honda’s 300th premier class victory, the Championship leader beating Ducati Team duo Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci as…
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MotoGP: Marquez equals Rossi premier class pole record in Le Mans
Despite a crash, the Championship leader mastered the damp conditions to lead Petrucci and Miller in Le Mans qualifying Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) has equalled Valentino Rossi’s (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) premier class pole position tally after mastering the damp qualifying conditions at the Shark Helmets Grand Prix de France. Danilo Petrucci (Ducati Team)…
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MotoGP: Rossi’s dry tyre gamble pays off to make Q2 with Morbidelli
The Doctor went out on slick tyres with everyone else was on wet rubber, whilst Alex Rins will start from 19th on the grid Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi pulled off a genius gamble in Q1 at the Shark Helmets Grand Prix de France by being the only man to exit on slick rubber,…
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NEW GEAR: Alpinestars launches its Marc Marquez collection for 2019.
Five-time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez is synonymous with Alpinestars – and to celebrate their hugely successful partnership, the American brand has created a new range of clothing and kit to let you show your passion for your favourite racer. THE COLLECTION INCLUDES; TWIN RING LEATHER JACKETArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading…
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MotoGP: First blood to Fabio Quartararo in France! Valentino Rossi 10th, Cal Crutchlow 11th!
The Petronas Yamaha man took advantage of home turf advantage at Le Mans to finish the first free practice session top of the timesheets. The rising star of the premier class muscled his way past the Ducati duo of Andrea Dovizioso and Danilo Petrucci whilst fellow Yamaha rider Maverick Vinales finished up fourth. Marc Marquez…
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ROADS: RACE RESULTS from the North West 200. WINS for Peter Hickman, Lee Johnston and Stefano Bonetti.
Peter Hickman powered to his second ever victory at the North West 200 with a decisive triumph in the opening Superstock race, while Lee Johnston took the Supersport win and Stefano Bonetti took the Supertwin race. HERE ARE THE FULL RACE RESULTS: Bayview Hotel SuperstockArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the…
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Reduced car parking prices announced for Motorcycle Live 2019
Following customer feedback, Motorcycle Live organisers have said that they’re subsidising parking charges for all Motorcycle Live visitors this year. Motorcycle Live, in association with Bikesure Insurance, will be offering car parking booked in advance at a discounted rate of £10 (£12 on the door), giving a saving of 25% on the 2018 on the…
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The 2020 Yamaha R1 is coming with auto braking (apparently)
There’s been various rumours and updates about the next-generation Yamaha R1, widely expected to appear at the end of this year to make up the top of the 2020 model range. So far we’ve been told that the bike is getting variable intake, contra-rotating crankshaft, seamless gears and now the latest bit of tech to…
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NEW GEAR: Sena launches RANGE of helmets with BUILT-IN communication systems.
Sena has just released three new connected helmets – and they’re all packed with the South Korean brands top quality communication technology. The Savage, Sena’s open face option, is equipped with all the technology you’d expect from a top-of-the-line Sena communication system, and is capable of bike-to-bike communication, phone calls, turn-by-turn GPS and FM Radio…
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Suzuki GSX-SF 250 technical specifications leaked
It’s a mini-GSX-S1000F lookalike with a piggy-back silencer, just over 25bhp and tips the scales at just 161kg wet. The details come from a leak first spotted in India by top site Motoroids. The site managed to get its hands on two photos of the upcoming motorcycle that is currently slated to be part of…
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Here’s a CUx Ducati electric scooter that’ll do 100 miles of travelling for less than a quid!
Britain’s most popular electric motorcycle brand Super Soco has unveiled a new Limited Edition CUx Ducati electric scooter to celebrate the recent worldwide licence agreement between the two brands. Launched in the UK in 2017, Super Soco offers urban riders a fast, fun, cost-effective and emission free way to get about town. In 2018,…
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EVENTS: Ducati’s SILVERSTONE track day. Availability is limited so BOOK NOW if you want to take part.
Ducati UK recently announced it’s running a track day at Silverstone, in partnership with California Superbike School. And if you fancy getting involved, you better act fast because places are limited. HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: What: Ducati-only track dayArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click…
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