October

Year: 2009

Month: October

Wrynose Pass, Lake District

23 October 2009 by dncdavid

Wrynose Pass in the Lake District is great says Rick

Hi-Viz special: Tuzo Adventure jacket

23 October 2009 by Rob Hull

This textile jacket is claimed 100% waterproof & breathable, has reflective piping, CE-approved armour at the shoulders and elbows, plus a detachable, washable thermal lining. Save cash on motorcycle...

Hi-Viz special: Nitro N31 jacket

23 October 2009 by Rob Hull

This Nitro garment is a PU-coated textile jacket with a fixed lining plus a detachable, breathable quilted liner, too. Save £££s on motorcycle jackets There’s Knox armour at the elbows and...

Hi-Viz special: Frank Thomas Dri-Viz 4 in 1 jacket

23 October 2009 by Rob Hull

The Dri-Viz 4 in 1 has been designed using a combination of abrasion resistant fabrics. There’s an interchangeable lining system, CE-approved armour at the shoulders and elbows and a zip for...

Hi-Viz special: Frank Thomas Dri-Viz gloves

23 October 2009 by Rob Hull

This glove is made from lightweight Hypertec with textured overlays on the palm to help improve grip. Save cash on motorcycle gloves The reflective inserts across the back of the hand are excellent...

Zero emissions Suzuki Burgman unveiled

23 October 2009 by Laura Kennerley

The new Suzuki Burgman fuel cell scooter will be available in the UK within months. The zero emissions scooter is due to be unveiled at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show today. The scooter has been developed...

Hi-Viz special: Weise Buzz jacket and matching jeans

23 October 2009 by Rob Hull

Inspired by the success of their Hornet hi-viz jacket, Weise has introduced the short style Buzz for this year, along with matching Hi Viz jeans. Save money on motorcycle clothing Both garments are...

Moto Morini unveils up-dated Granpasso

23 October 2009 by Laura Kennerley

Engineers at the Bologna factory have concentrated on ergonomic changes and improvements to the off-road handling of the 118bhp v-twin. The handlebars have been upgraded with risers that allow...

Hi-Viz special: Motrax Fluro Rucksack Covers

23 October 2009 by Marc Abbott

The Motrax Fluro Rucksack cover has been designed for everyday use and as the autumn nights draw in it’s a must have for any dedicated rider. This latest product from Motrax epitomises safety and...

Blindspot electric bikes may be green, but they're not pretty

22 October 2009 by Laura Kennerley

A new American company is transforming junkyard relics in to zero emission bikes. But despite all of their green credentials, its difficult to get round the fact they lack looks thanks to the bulky...

Turbospoke: the first must-buy xmas gift!

22 October 2009 by Marc Abbott

Turbospoke is an exhaust sound system for your kid’s bicycle, and any right-thinking parent is going to want one for their boy or girl this Christmas! Turbospoke not only has the look and feel of a...

Norman Hyde silencers for new Triumph Bonnevilles

22 October 2009 by Marc Abbott

Updated for 2009, the Triumph Bonneville and SE models now feature upswept megaphone silencers, so Norman Hyde has gone back to the drawing board to create suitable sports silencers that will fit...

New Bluetooth Ducchini helmet

22 October 2009 by Marc Abbott

A new addition to the affordable, Duchinni range of motorcycle helmets by Bifax has the latest Bluetooth technology. Save £££s on motorcycle helmets The D909, with built-in receiver and stereo...

Congratulations

22 October 2009 by Tim and Adrian

Here’s two of our customers getting hitched, congratulations to Christine and Paul Romanko on their happy day.

Hammer and Tongs Ride Out

22 October 2009 by Tim

Here’s our Band of Brothers ready for the off on their ride out to the National Arboretum to pay homage to our Armed Forces fallen.

Video: Honda VFR1200F first ride teaser

22 October 2009 by MCN

MCN’s Andy Downes is testing the new VFR1200F in Japan and he’s had his first taste of riding the new 170bhp super tourer. Watch the video to hear the bike running. More info on the Honda...

VFR1200F first ride blog: Dual Clutch Transmission review

22 October 2009 by Andy Downes

MCN’s Andy Downes is testing the new VFR1200F in Japan. Andy is at Sugo race track right now, and has just been out riding on a VFR1200F with Dual Clutch Transmission for the first time. More info...

VFR1200F first ride blog: First impressions of the VFR1200F

22 October 2009 by Andy Downes

MCN’s Andy Downes is testing the new VFR1200F in Japan. Andy is at Sugo race track right now, and has just been out riding on the VFR1200F for the first time. More info on the Honda VFR1200 ‘I’ve...

VFR1200F first ride blog: Live from Sugo

22 October 2009 by Andy Downes

MCN’s Andy Downes is testing the new VFR1200F in Japan. Andy is at Sugo race track right now, and has just sat on the VFR1200F for the first time. More info on the Honda VFR1200 The lucky testers...

MCN Motorcycle Show: Back with a vengeance and even better than last year!

21 October 2009 by MCN

The MCN Motorcycle show, the biggest in London and the South East, is once again rearing its monstrous head for four days at Excel, from 4th – 7th February 2010. Book your tickets now To launch this...

Yamaha Super Ténéré concept update: more pictures

21 October 2009 by Chris Newbigging

Yamaha is drip-feeding more pictures of its interesting, if slightly ludicrous, made-from-cloth Super Ténéré concept, revealed today (October 21) at the Tokyo show. It’s quite clear that this is no...

VFR1200F first ride blog: The night before the first test of the VFR1200F

21 October 2009 by Andy Downes

MCN’s Andy Downes will be testing the new VFR1200F in Japan later this week. He will be posting regular updates of his experiences. More info on the Honda VFR1200 ‘I’ve just finished a 17 hour day...

Video: Budget v-twin group test

21 October 2009 by MCN

Just £2500 will snare you some of the best twins from the late 90s. Owning a big v-twin superbike has never been so affordable – MCN put three bargain options to the test… Find a v-twin superbike...

Discount Britain: amazing savings on new bikes

21 October 2009 by Laura Kennerley

Manufacturers and dealers slash thousands from new bike prices to beat the sales slump, including: £4,000 off a Honda DN-01 £2799 off a Triumph Rocket III £2,000 off a Yamaha R1 £2000 off a...

Have you snapped up a bargain Buell?

21 October 2009 by Laura Kennerley

MCN is looking for savvy riders who have taken advantage of Buell’s tumbling prices and bought a bargain. Browse Buells for sale now Have massive dealer discounts encouraged you to part with...

Video: Honda VFR1200F 360 view

21 October 2009 by MCN

MCN’s Andy Downes will be testing the new VFR1200F in Japan later this week, but right now he’s at the Toyko motor show and he just sent back this quick mobilephone video showing 360-degrees of the...

Guilty or Not - UK Road users to pay court costs.

21 October 2009 by Anonymous

Even if you are found not guilty, if you challenge a ticket, the goverment still wants US to pay court costs. Petition against this: www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=20842

VFR1200F first ride blog: The Toyko Motor Show

21 October 2009 by Andy Downes

MCN’s Andy Downes will be testing the new VFR1200F in Japan later this week. He will be posting regular updates of his experiences. More info on the Honda VFR1200 I’ve just spoken with Hasegawa –...

New Yamaha Tenere concept is made of cloth!

21 October 2009 by Andy Downes

Yamaha has shocked the Tokyo Motor Show crowds by unveiling a concept version of the new Super Tenere which is due for release next year. Weirdly, the concept bike is made of cloth, though it does...

My custom sidecar

21 October 2009 by tim murphy

I finished building my road going sidecar about a year ago. I hope you like it. www.tpmsportz.com

Knox reveals revolutionary gloves

20 October 2009 by Marc Abbott

Meet ‘Handroid’, the top-of-the-range glove from renowned UK armour firm Knox’s brand new range of ‘hand armour’. The top-spec race glove features a secure cuff closure that uses the ‘Boa’ system...

New MCN October 21: Buell shut down!

20 October 2009 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s issue of MCN, on sale October 21, we have the full story surrounding Harley-Davidson and the closure of Buell. We plot Harley-Davidson’s path to crisis, starting in January 2008, when...

VFR1200F first ride blog: in Japan, the day before the Toyko Motor Show

20 October 2009 by Andy Downes

MCN’s Andy Downes will be testing the new VFR1200F in Japan later this week. He will be posting regular updates of his experiences. ‘Tomorrow is the 41st Toyko Motor Show where we will get to see...

Buell: Top 5 technical innovations

20 October 2009 by MCN

In a shocking move prompted by further disastrous financial results, Harley-Davidson has killed off its Buell marque (more details here). Find a Buell for sale Read Buell bike reviews Buell bikes...

Bikes on TV: October: 21-27

20 October 2009 by Alison Silcox

KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT – Discovery Real Time SHED – Discovery Shed (used to be DRTE) DSC – Discovery Channel DHD – Discovery Channel HD EXS – Extreme Sports Channel MM – Men and Motors MOT – Motors...

Video: Ducati Hypermotard 796 first ride

20 October 2009 by MCN

Ducati’s new Hypermotard 796 isn’t just a mid-range version of the firm’s Hypermotard 1100, it’s a great bike in it’s own right. Watch the video for MCN’s first ride report from the launch in...