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Poll: Should every biker own a BMW R1200GS at some point?

MCN, 25 September 2012 17:48

It seems no matter where you go there's always at least one BMW R1200GS. Should every biker own one at least once? pollcomment

You ask/you answer: Should I ever try to out-run the police?

Anonymous, 22 August 2012 12:30

You ask, you answer: Should I ever try to out-run the police? A friend of mine claims to have out-run the police who attempted to catch him when he was speeding on a dual carriageway. I think he's telling the truth. I ride a Blackbird, and must admit I'd be tempted to gas it if I thought they hadn't got ...

You ask/You answer: Will older bikes be dangerous at the limit?

MCN, 31 July 2012 17:19

I'm a wannabe sportsbike rider with a small budget. I want to learn to ride fast but I'm concerned that the 10-15 year old sportsbikes I can afford are worn out and will be dangerous at the limit. Am I right to worry? And how can I spot a motorcycle that's past its prime? Your advice could help. Leave your ...

Olympic ‘oversight’ over Games Lanes

Steve Farrell, 27 July 2012 17:08

Olympic organisers face criticism for excluding motorcyclists from Games Lanes reserved for athletes, officials and VIPs. The Motorcycle Action Group says it’s an “obvious oversight” because letting motorcyclists share the lanes would reduce congestion and emissions. Around 30 miles of Games Lanes opened last Wednesday to people directly involved in the Olympics. Anyone else who enters them risks a £130 ...

Biking roads could be hit by 40mph plans

Anonymous, 16 July 2012 17:14

Popular motorcycling routes could be among those affected by plans to reduce 60mph rural speed limits to 40mph. Councils should consider the reduction on roads with ‘many bends’ and a ‘considerable number’ of vulnerable road users including ‘motorcyclists’, the government proposals say. Ian Mutch, president of the Motorcycle Action Group, said: “MAG is anxious about the danger of this giving ...

Lamborghini Murcielago vs BMW

Andy Davidson, 10 July 2012 13:19

The driver of this Lamborghini Murcielago crashed into an Italian BMW dealership completely destroying a row of new bikes. No one was hurt in the incident which occurred on July 6 in Mariano, Italy. Both occupants of the car walked away without injury and no explanation for the accident has been given. Good luck with the insurance papers on that ...

Destination dealer: Thunder Road Motorcycles

MCN, 04 July 2012 11:22

ADVERTISING PROMOTION Voted best dealer in Wales, Thunder Road is number one for Honda and Suzuki. Thunder Road has over 500 new and used bikes in stock at their two stores in Bridgend and Cwmbran, South Wales; both are easily accessible off the M4. Thunder Road's Bridgend showroom is gearing up for its Suzuki Test Ride event on July 21. ...

Ducati stars line-up for Festival of 1000 Bikes

Andy Davidson, 02 July 2012 14:31

Ducati’s greatest stars, including Carl Fogarty, Neil Hodgson and Marco Lucchinelli will be among the highlights at this weekend’s Festival of 1000 Bikes at Mallory Park. Some of the Italian marque’s historic race bikes will also be on show and Randy Mamola will be taking Riders for Health auction winners on laps of the circuit on the Ducati ‘Dual Seat’1198 ...

June 20 Bikes on the Box

Alison Silcox, 19 June 2012 10:27

KEY TO CHANNELS. DRT - Discovery Real Time DSC - Discovery Channel DHD - Discovery Channel HD EXS - Extreme Sports Channel EUR1 (2, HD) - Eurosport 1 (2, HD) MOT - Motors TV CH4 - Channel 4 CH5 - Channel FiveBBC BBCi – BBC InteractiveESPN – ESPN Classic Channel ITVDST – Discovery Turbo SHED – Discovery ShedSS1 (2, 3 or X) - Sky Sports 1 (2, 3 or ...

Poll: how do you choose your tyres?

MCN, 09 May 2012 10:16

Choosing tyres is notoriously difficult. Even if you pick a set that a mate has recommended, there's no guarantee they'll work as well on your particular bike, with your riding style. Consequently plenty of riders just find a brand that works for them, and stick with it. Others, of course, experiment - continually searching for that perfect combination of grip, ...