October

Year: 2009

Month: October

Video: New MV Brutale first ride

30 October 2009 by MCN

MV’s new range-topping Brutale 1098RR might not look very different to the old one, but believe us when we say it’s a revelation. Watch the video for the first ride from the world launch in Misano,...

KTM Duke R first ride

29 October 2009 by Trevor Franklin

KTM’s model line-up for 2010 will include this revised 690 Duke R which features a 7bhp power increase along with more midrange torque. Find a KTM 690 Duke for sale This new machine’s first...

Boss Hoss ZZ4 Injection

29 October 2009 by MarcusKingma

Boss Hoss ZZ4 Injection video review.

Video: Ducati Streetfighter longtermer report - part 2

28 October 2009 by MCN

MCN road tester Michael Neeves has the Ducati Streetfighter on longterm test for 2009. So far he’s covered over 6,700 miles on it including big-mile trips to Ireland and Ibiza. Watch the video for...

Video: Kawasaki GTR1400 first ride

28 October 2009 by MCN

The new Kawasaki GTR1400 boasts traction control, linked brakes and improved comfort. According to our road tester Adam Child, it has “the best traction control system on a road bike yet.” Watch the...

Aprilia RSV4-R first ride!

27 October 2009 by Michael Neeves

The Aprilia RSV4-R costs £12,449 and is available in dealers now. The compact V4 engine is exactly the same as the Factory’s, it’s only the chassis components which have been altered, with Ohlins...

VFR1200F first ride blog: A perfect end

24 October 2009 by Andy Downes

MCN’s Andy Downes has been testing the new VFR1200F in Japan. Andy has ridden the new V4 and is now getting ready to head home. VFR1200F first ride blog: First impressions of the VFR1200F VFR1200F...

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: 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...

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...

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 –...

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...

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...

Canadian grabs first quick spin on Honda VFR1200F

19 October 2009 by Chris Newbigging

Canadian Motorcycle Guide grabbed a first 20-minute quick spin for pictures on the new Honda VFR1200F at the weekend. More info on the Honda VFR1200 MCN is riding the new bike in an exclusive...

First ride: British-built Metisse prototype

16 October 2009 by Trevor Franklin

This 997cc Metisse parallel twin could eclipse Norton’s long-awaited production plans with the first machines set to hit the road within 18 months. The British company, based near Oxford, has already...

First ride: Tony Cairoli's MX1-winning Yamaha YZ450F

16 October 2009 by Paul Malin

What does it take to come out on top in world motocross these days? MCN sampled Tony Cairoli’s MX1-winning Yamaha YZ450F to find out. This isn’t just any Yamaha YZ450F motocrosser, it’s the Red Bull...

New MV Agusta Brutale reviews now up!

15 October 2009 by MCN

Both the MV Agusta Brutale 990R and 1090RR have been ridden and rated by MCN – you can now read the full web reviews in the bike reviews section. Read the MCN MV Agusta Brutale review “Like...

Yamaha R6 owners needed

14 October 2009 by Michael Neeves

MCN would like Yamaha R6 owners to join us for a celebration of ’10 years of the R6′ at Bruntingthorpe on Wednesday 21st October. We’re after owners of R6s in standard condition, or as close to...

New Ducati Hypermotard 796 first ride!

12 October 2009 by Michael Neeves

The new Ducati Hypermotard 796 is a smaller version of the Hypermotard 1100, with an all-new engine and a lighter, lower chassis aimed at new riders. Watch the Hypermotard 796 video test Michael...

GTR1400 - Just get one, you'll see!

06 October 2009 by bertie246

The GTR 1400 is and always will be a great bike. A mile munching speed mule. I’ve had mine nine days, me and the Mrs have been carried for 1,300 miles in comfort in that time. When we stop for a brew along the way to our far away destination we both remove our lids with a ‘We’ve just had the best sex!’ grin sprawlled all over our mush. We did’nt get that with our BMW 1150RT or our FZS 1000. It’s...