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The rise of the Baby-Vroomers: number of over 55s passing their motorcycle tests increased by more than 80 percent in the last five years
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Recent analysis of DVSA data from non-standard vehicle finance provider Moneybarn, has revealed the age of people taking motorbike tests is rising, with the number of over 55s increasing by more than 80 percent in the last five years. 60 seems to be the age many are deciding to cross getting a motorbike off…
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Suzuki Street Tour: Test ride a Suzuki at some of Britain’s favourite biker cafes
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Suzuki will be touring Britain’s favourite biker cafés throughout 2018, offering the chance for punters to swing their leg over some of its latest machinery. And it kicks off this weekend at the Super Sausage café near Towcester. Following on from the popularity of last summer’s tour, Suzuki will visit four venues and offer eight…
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MotoGP: Zarco ahead of Crutchlow and Pedrosa in Jerez test – Marquez gets new wings, new electronics, new set-up
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After a dramatic and pivotal Spanish GP, the premier class were back on track at the Circuito de Jerez-Angel Nieto on Monday for a one day Official Test. Nine teams were present – with the Ducati Team, Team Suzuki Ecstar and Aprilia Racing Team Gresini sitting it out – and there was a new Michelin…
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TT 2018: Dunlop tests tyres ahead of the road race season kicking off
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Dunlop has been hard at work testing its tyres with Honda Racing and Padgett’s Racing at Castle Combe circuit – ahead of the roads season kicking off in earnest. The testing gave Dunlop the chance to dial in the tyre options it’ll have available, allowing the most successful tyre manufacturer in the history of the…
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REVIEW: Keis Heated Vest and Lithium Battery Pack
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RRP: £149.99 for the Vest with Free controller and £64.98 for Lithium Battery Pack // Sizes: S-L Tested by: Andy Catton I wore this on some early winter rides in 2017 however the Keis Heated Vest came into its own yesterday evening. One YZF 125 to collect and bring home for my partner in Birmingham,…
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REVIEW: Shark Explore-R Helmet
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RRP: £299.99 // Sizes: XS – XL // Colours: A range of colours Tested by: Ross Mowbray I got my hands on Shark’s Explore-R helmet towards the tail end of summer in 2017 – and since then, it’s been my go to lid of choice. Despite its outwardly off-road oriented appearance, it’s actually three helmets…
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REVIEW: Airoh Reverse-Flip Helmet
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RRP: From £270 // Sizes: XS-2XL // Colours: 8 colourways available Tested by: Mau Spencer I’ve always been a fan of flip-up helmets, especially the ‘2-in-1’ type where the front part flips right over to convert into an open face that’s not only comfortable, but also meets modern dual homologation requirements. So having tried many…
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VIDEO: A motorcycle simulator in your home with LeanGP
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Have you ever dreamed of having your own motorcycle simulator at home? Well, Spanish tech start-up LeanGP looks set to make it possible… https://www.facebook.com/LeanGP.co/videos/1956893594570325/ Gamers out there will be well aware of the abundance of accessories available for car racing games. For a few extra quid you can piece together your own driving simulator, with…
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FIRST RIDE: WK 650NK
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FIRST RIDE: WK 650NK More bang for your buck with WK’s KTM-inspired naked Motorcycles manufactured in China are often dismissed as bargain-basement reproductions of existing models from Europe and Japan. But as each year passes, that statement appears further and further from the truth – and with over 50% of the world’s motorcycles now built…
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VIDEO: Yamaha’s all-new TY-E electric trials bike
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Over the last month – we’ve brought you a range of news about the future of electric motorcycles – and we’ve even had confirmation that Harley Davidson is committing to renewable technologies. The latest manufacturer to join the party is Yamaha – with its all new TY-E electric trials bike – and it looks awesome……
