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Apache helicopter in track day stunt display

Trevor Franklin, 25 March 2011 17:53

Riders, spectators and marshals at a recent Focused Events track day were treated to a spectacular stunt display by the British Army. But rather than use two wheels, the men from the front used an Apache attack helicopter to wow the crowds. The two British Army pilots who flew into the recently revamped Snetterton circuit are dedicated track day fiends ...

Used bikes of the week - Dec 8

Trevor Franklin, 08 December 2010 14:57

Every week we have over 10,000 bikes for sale online and in the paper. Look carefully and you can find gems at amazing prices. Browse bikes for sale Here's my picks of the week to suit any budget: UNDER £1000 - 1996 Yamaha XJ600 Diversion, £599A lot of cheap bike for the money which would be ...

VN1700, GL1800 and Electra Glide Ultra owners wanted

Trevor Franklin, 28 September 2010 09:07

MCN is currently putting together a feature about large capacity touring machines and needs words of wisdom from owners of the following motorcycles: 2009/2010 Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager2008-2010 Honda GL1800 Gold Wing Deluxe (ABS and air bag model)2009-2010 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Ltd (1690cc engine) If you are the proud owner of one of the above machines, we would like to ask ...

Video: Silverstone - three months work in under a minute

Trevor Franklin, 20 August 2010 10:47

Silverstone circuit is the new home to MotoGP, WSB and many other famous motorsport events. Recent renovation work has led to a new circuit layout and revised circuit infrastructure, namely the new Stowe Complex. The ongoing project also includes a new Pit Paddock Complex, due for completion in 2011. The amount of work going into the new Pit Paddock Complex ...

Kawasaki UK returns to Facebook

Trevor Franklin, 11 August 2010 16:51

Kawasaki fans will be relieved to know they can fill a void in their life with the successful reintroduction of Kawasaki Motors UK Facebook page. KMUK’s previous Facebook page collapsed beyond repair several months ago and it has taken KMUK time to retrieve important data. But retrieve it has and, from the smouldering depths of broken social networks., a new ...

Win a Red Devils tandem sky dive with Focused Events

Trevor Franklin, 25 May 2010 14:01

Track day specialist Focused Events has teamed up with the RAF’s world famous Red Devils Freefall Parachute Team to raise money and awareness for charity Help for Heroes. The association will see the Red Devils freefall into a Focused Events track day event at Oulton Park circuit on 16th June before joining in with the track action. As well as ...

Yamaha money-saving offer – for everyone

Trevor Franklin, 17 February 2010 10:48

A money-off discount of 10% is now available for customers spending £50 or more on genuine Yamaha clothing and accessories at all authorised Yamaha dealer and lifestyle centres. To take advantage of this offer that runs until March 31st 2010, log onto www.yamaha-motor.co.uk and print off the 10% discount voucher, this can then be redeemed at time of purchase. Although ...

Wanted: 400 riders for Chernobyl mercy ride-out rally

Trevor Franklin, 16 February 2010 13:22

Kawasaki ZX-12R owner Alec Phillips is organising a riding rally from the UK to the Ukraine to raise money for charity and hopes to complete the mammoth 3500-mile, 17 day journey with 400 riders in tow. The ride-out also coincides with the Nehzin Moto Fest, which attracts over 1500 bikers from Ukraine, Belarus and Russia. Visit www.bike2ukraine.com for more info The ...

Trevor Franklin's top three videos of 2009

Trevor Franklin, 23 December 2009 10:28

£1500 adventure bike challenge MCN’s £1500 Challenge made a return in 2009. This time the ‘Challenge’ was for three MCN staff to buy a large capacity trailie for £1500 or less. They then had to undertake several tasks to prove the aged (obviously) bikes were reliable, could still deliver our biking kicks and prove to be cost effective. The Challenge ...

Bargain tour of South Africa with Harley-Davidson

Trevor Franklin, 07 December 2009 11:20

Take a test ride on any Harley-Davidson supplied by a UK or Irish Harley-Davidson dealer between now and February 2010 and qualify for a discounted Harley Authorised Tour of South Africa. Harley-Davidsons for sale The week long Western Cape Experience normally costs £3250 but with a £500 discount it is a steal for £2750. The tour itself takes place over ...