November

Year: 2007

Month: November

Picture gallery: Suzuki RM-Z450

30 November 2007 by Liam Marsden

Here you can see more pictures of Suzuki’s revolutionary new motocross motorcycle, the RM-Z450. The new RM-Z450 will have a five-speed gearbox. Up until now the RM-Z450 only had a four speed gearbox,...

KTM RC4 details revealed

30 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

KTM insiders have revealed the first details of the RC4 single-cylinder sportsbike which the firm has been developing in secret. You can read all about the bike in MCN next week, but the headline...

Yamaha XT660Z Teneré official video

29 November 2007 by Chris Newbigging

The new Yamaha XT660Z Teneré hasn’t reached the UK yet, but this official Yamaha video shows the new motorcycle being put through its paces. The single-cylinder adventure motorcycle is an official UK model for 2008, and this video demonstrates the bike’s ability on and off road.

NEC Video: Kawasaki's battle of the Ninjas

27 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar

Kawasaki’s stand at the NEC is dominated by two similar but very different bikes. All the attention is going to go to the love it or hate it ZX-10R but deserving equal glory is the new Ninja 250R. Check out the video below to see the two bikes on the stand and see just how excitied our man is over the new ZX-10R.

NEC Video: Suzuki Bandit 1250 GT revealed

27 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar

Suzuki only decided the night before the show opened to reveal its new Bandit 1250 GT in Birmingham. The machine, which will go on sale as a complete bike, is basically a Bandit 1250S, but with a selection of options aimed at turning the all-rounder into a proper touring bike and you can see the first video of the bike below.

NEC Video: Suzuki's GSX-Rs get UK unveiling

27 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar

Suzuki has brought it’s stunning new GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 to the UK for the first tie at the NEC and sitting alongside them is the new GSX650F, which has been tipped as a sports bike rival. Check out the video above to take a look around the suzuki stand.

NEC Video: HP2 Sport leads raft of new BMWs

27 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar

BMW has come to the NEC show with a whole host of new motorcycles, including an entire new GS range and the incredible HP2 Sport. Check out the video below to get a quick look round the stand and see just how special a motorcycle the HP2 Sport is.

NEC Video: KTM launches 990 supermoto

23 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar

KTM has used the NEC show to launch a completely new version of its big twin supermoto replacing the 950 engine with the LC8 990 lump. The engine is not the only change with revised geometry and fuel injection replacing the carbs of the previous motorcycle. Check out the video below to see the motorcycle unveiled at the show.

NEC Video: Honda go big for the new Blade

23 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar

Honda have come to the NEC motorcycle show with a very big stand and some impressive new hardware. Check out the video below to get a quick look at what you can see on the stand including the new Fireblade.

NEC Video: Ducati bring four new bikes to the NEC

23 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar

Check out our video above to get a look at Casey Stoner’s MotoGP motorcycle, the 1098R, the Desmosedici RR, the 848 and the new Monster.

New Suzuki Bandit 1250 GT aimed at long-distance touring

23 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

Suzuki only decided the night before the show opened to reveal its new Bandit 1250 GT in Birmingham. The machine, which will go on sale as a complete bike, is basically a Bandit 1250S, but with a...

Royal Enfield Woodsman launched

23 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

It might not have the glamour of some more mainstream bikes but Royal Enfield has revealed its latest motorcycle for the first time at the NEC show. The Royal Enfield Electra Woodsman is a new...

Enfield gears up for the future

23 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

It might have been around for nearly 60 years but Royal Enfield has no intention to allow the Bullet to be killed by the latest emissions regulations. The firm revealed a redesigned version of its...

Is the 2008 Honda Fireblade your favourite motorcycle at the NEC Show?

23 November 2007 by Dan Thornton

Do you think the 2008 Honda Fireblade is the best motorcycle at the 2007 International Motorcycle Show at the Birmingham NEC? We want you to vote for your favourite motorcycle at the show, by clicking...

Aprilia V4 breaks cover at Jerez

23 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

Aprilia‘s forthcoming V4-engined superbike broke cover this week at the Jerez circuit in Spain, with test rider Alex Hoffman at the controls. The new machine took to the track during a test session...

KTM launches new 990 Supermoto

22 November 2007 by Liam Marsden

KTM today revealed the 2008 version of the 990 Supermoto. The engine has been upgraded to 999cc’s and the power increased from 96bhp to 115bhp. The new bike also features fuel einjection, to pass Euro 3 emissions regulations and the clocks are much easier to read and are easier on the eyes. Here we have a few pictures of the new KTM 990SM. To find out how more about the new bikes features, read...

The world's most expensive motorcycle - Ecosse Heretic Titanium

21 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

This is the most expensive new production motorcycle you can buy the Ecosse Heretic Titanium series at £133,000. For the same money could buy a grid full of 600cc sportsbikes, so what exactly do you...

Aprilia V4 testing in Jerez

21 November 2007 by Chris Newbigging

Aprilia has been testing its prototype V4 World Superbike at the Jerez GP tests this week. Alex Hoffman has been riding the latest version of the prototype. The former MotoGP rider was riding the...

Ducati reveal '08 prices

21 November 2007 by Liam Marsden

Ducati UK has released the retail prices for the 848, 1098R and Monster 696, ahead of their UK debuts at the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show at the NEC in Birmingham this week. The 848 will...

Hyosung reveals 30th anniversary Aquila motorcycle

20 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

Korean firm Hyosung is, believe it or not, 30 years old next year and to celebrate it’s revealed this limited-edition version of its 650cc Aquila cruiser. The V-Rod-esque Aqulia uses Hyosung’s own...

2008 Race-spec Yamaha R6 revealed

19 November 2007 by Chris Newbigging

Yamaha has revealed the full range of race-only parts for its new, 2008 R6. The standard 133bhp motor has been made more powerful with a host of parts designed to conform with World Supersport...

Subaru Sportsbike

18 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

This new single-cylinder sportsbike features a Subaru-badged engine and could be on sale next year at a bargain price. The engine for the HS500sa comes directly from Fuji Heavy Industries, the parent...

The world's most expensive bike

17 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

This Ecosse Heretic Titanium is the most expensive new bike on the market – with a list price that’s the equivalent of £133,000. The engine is machined from a solid block of billet aluminium and...

2008 BMW's unchanged

16 November 2007 by Liam Marsden

Two of BMW’s current range have remained unchanged for 2008. The K1200GT, which remains mechanically unchanged, will now be available in silver for 2008. While the BMW K1200R will now be available in...

BMW K1200 LT gets the luxury treatment

15 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

The massive BMW K1200LT tourer has been given a boost for 2008, with every UK motorcycle gaining the full BMW Lux package as standard. For 2008, the basic and SE versions of the K1200LT are being...

Hyosung reveal production GT650X

14 November 2007 by Chris Newbigging

Hyosung has revealed the production version of the GT650X concept revealed at the NEC show one year ago. The finished motorcycle uses the latest version of Hyosung’s 647cc 90° v-twin, but uses a new...

New Hyosung 450 supermoto

14 November 2007 by Chris Newbigging

Hyosung has just launched the RX450SM, an all new motorcycle to be publicly unveiled at the NEC show next week. The RX450SM uses Hyosung’s own 450cc liquid-cooled single cylinder engine producing a...

Carbon-fibre clad Ducati 1098S picture gallery

13 November 2007 by Dan Thornton

This carbon-fibre clad Ducati 1098S was on display at the 2007 Milan Motorcycle Show. Looking to buy a Ducati? After you’ve taken a look at the 1098S, you can also see a Ducati 848 clad in...

Benelli BX570 Motard unveiled

13 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

We’ve already brought you the Benelli BX449 motocross motorcycle and the Benelli BX505 enduro motorcycle. But in Motorcycle News on Wednesday, November 14, 2007, you can see the supermoto variant, the...

Milan Show round-up: 2008 Benellis launched

13 November 2007 by Dan Thornton

Benelli released three new motorcycles at the 2007 Milan Motorcycle Show. Take a look at each of them here: Benelli BX570 Motard Benelli BX449 motorcross motorcycle Benelli BX505 enduro motorcycle

Aprilia to release Van Den Bosch replica

12 November 2007 by Ben Purvis

IN the world of supermotos they don’t come much cooler than Aprilia’s SXV – but now the firm has made it even better in the form of the new Van Den Bosch replica. Both the VDB and the stock 2008 SXV...

Milan show video: KTM launches RC8 superbike

09 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar, Chris Slade

KTM Launched its long awaited RC8 superbike at the MIlan show. The 1190cc machine is incredibly thing and light and still boasts the same looks revealed on the prototype machine. Check out the video below to see the motorcycle unveiled then grab a copy of the November 7 edition of MCN to see details of all 28 new bikes launched at the Miland show.

Milan show video: Moto Guzzi unveil the Stelvio to rival the GS

08 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar, Chris Slade

Moto Guzzi unveiled its new Stelvio BMW GS beater at the recent Milan show. Watch our video to get a glimpse of the new 1200cc V-twin. Then grab a copy of the November 7 edition of MCN to see details of all 28 new bikes launched at the Miland show.

Milan show video: BMW launches G450X off-roader

08 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar, Chris Slade

BMW has launched it’s attack on the competition off-road scene with the unveiling of its G450X enduro bike att he Milan show. Check out the video below to get a first look at the technologically advanced machine that has already been competing in prototype form for several months. Grab a copy of the November 7 edition of MCN to see details of all 28 bikes launched at the Milan show.

Milan show video: BMW launches F800GS

08 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar, Chris Slade

BMW has launched a middleweight version of it’s GS off/onroader in the form of the F800GS at the Milan show. The bike produces almost as much power as the old R1150GS and boast a top speed of around...

Milan show video: Moto Morini Granpasso aims for BMW GS

08 November 2007 by Angus Farquhar, Chris Slade

Moto Morini’s new Grand Passo sees the company go head to head with BMW to take on the R1200GS. The stylish looking bike was launched at the Milan show and you can grab a first look at the new motorcycle in the video below. Grab a copy of the Novemeber 7 edition of MCN to see all 28 bikes launched at the Milan show.