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HONDA: NT1100 to get more grunt & optional electronics
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Honda specialises in making bikes that go much better than their spec sheet suggests. And that’s true for the 100bhp/238kg NT1100 sport tourer. Based on the Africa Twin engine and frame, it’s been a big hit in Europe and the UK since launch in 2022, selling more than 12,000 units so far. For 2025 it’s…
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TOP ROADS: Derbyshire
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The Peak District’s long been a popular place for bikers looking for their fix of stunning scenery and winding roads – and while riders of a sporty disposition might not have the same freedom as they did back in the day, it’s still worth making the trip and ticking off these excellent roads. SNAKE PASS…
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NEW KIT: Textile Touring Jacket from Vanucci
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Vanucci introduces the new VAJ-5 all-weather motorcycle touring jacket… The VAJ-5 is Vanucci’s new flagship, high-quality textile touring motorcycle jacket designed to be the perfect companion in every condition, complete with excellent durability, safety and comfort features. The new VAJ-5 is now available in the UK exclusively online at Louis Moto – Europe’s number-one motorcycle…
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KAWASAKI: Hydrogen H2?
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Kawasaki’s been spinning laps on a futuristic H2. Here’s what you need to know A quick look at electric bike sales in the UK will show you that battery-powered machinery is not getting a lot of love at the moment. But science says we need to stop putting CO2 in the air – so we…
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COMPACT SAT NAV: Beeline
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The fine folks at Beeline have just launched a new version of its compact sat nav device… We’re big fans of Beeline. The London-based technology firm won us over with its original super-simple and seriously clever Moto sat nav, which stripped away all the faff and provided clear, concise directions via its stylish retro-clock-like unit…
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WHAT WE WEAR: Held ‘Karakum’ Motorcycle Textiles
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This season, I’ve been wearing Held Karakum Gore-Tex motorcycle textiles, and as you’d expect from anything bearing the Gore-Tex logo (and indeed from German manufacturer Held), they’ve seen me through rain, wind, and sun. Right from the unboxing, the quality of this suit is evident; it exudes a premium feel that speaks of Held’s reputation…
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TOP ROADS: Cornwall
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The coastal county down in the southwest corner of this fair isle is a special place to ride; from gently sweeping Tarmac with spectacular sea views to lush, hedge-lined single-track lanes, it’s well worth making the pilgrimage and having an explore… Land’s End Stick to the smaller coastal roads and you’ll not go far wrong…
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RECORD BROKEN: 46705 miles
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Two bikers have just become the youngest pair to circumnavigate the world If you’ve got a keen interest in adventure, and you like to know what sort of brilliant stuff cool folks are getting up to, then you’ll likely already be familiar with Suzuki V-Strom-riding explorers Lavi Scholl and Ollie Gamblin. Over the past couple…
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RIDING SKILLS: Use of speed
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Motorcyclists can often rely on a natural speed advantage, whether it’s about accelerating off the traffic lights, or carving lines on country roads. But with great speeds comes great responsibility, and to make sure that your progress is not only speedy, but also safe for you and others, there’s more to it than just twisting…
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LONG TERMER: Suzuki GSX-S1000X
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Stu Baker’s clocked up 1k on the big mile-muncher in a month, here’s his thoughts thus far: I was sad to say goodbye to Suzuki’s fabulous GSX-8S, but I’ve been more than compensated for with the arrival of the GSX-S1000GX. I was intrigued when I first saw pictures of it last year, because I have…
