Motorbike Advice

Custom bikes are more fashionable than ever – and we don’t mean old school, V-twin cruisers. Today a personalised 'Bobber', individual 'scrambler', uniquely accessorised 'retro roadster' or even a...

This is Vredestein’s first big bike radial tyre. The Dutch firm, better known in the car world, have been owned by the Indian Apollo group since 2009 and are kicking off their motorcycle range with...

While winter may put a chill and a dampener on road and track motorcycling it remains a great time of year for those who enjoy riding in the dirt. After all, colder temperatures and slippery surfaces...

Buying a second motorbike to use as a winter hack is a sensible and practical way to keep riding through the colder months without adding hard miles to your pride and joy. Related: How to ride a...

Riding in winter conditions with the wrong kit can be awful, but with some better gear to keep you warm there's no need to put the bike away over winter and you can keep building your #ride5000miles...

It’s time to take electric motorbikes seriously. In 2016, Germany voted to ban the internal combustion engine by 2030, and the UK Government is under pressure to bring its ban on the sales of new...

Taking a motorbike out on track is one of the best things you can do on two wheels, allowing you to explore the capabilities of your motorcycle in comparative safety and without putting your licence...

Looking at buying a new naked 125? Well, MCN has got you covered with this handy pick of the bunch. The sporty naked 125 market is currently saturated with both new and used examples from almost...

We probably don't need to tell you that winter riding is a bit rubbish sometimes - cold toes and wet socks here we come! There are, however, some ways to eliminate such discomfort with a decent...

After the unveiling of several beautiful machines at Eicma earlier this month, the feeling here at MCN Towers is that 2020 will be a great year for new metal, with the hyper naked class undoubtedly...

After a seven-year-project to restore a WW2 RAF hangar into an interactive museum, the all-new Silverstone Experience centre will open its doors to the public on Friday, October 25. Celebrating the...

No type of motorcycle is currently more fashionable than that of retro-styled street scrambler. Inspired by the trail bikes of the 1960s and ‘70s these largely middleweight twins and singles are...

Welcome to MCN's hub linking everything you need to know about learning to ride a motorbike. Below we list all of the guides and bike information you need, and if you're looking to start your...

Mountains are earth’s giants. They’re behemoths, slowly pushing their way through the clouds over millions of years to scratch at heaven’s belly. Related: Royal Enfield Himalayan review on MCN The...

Take the easy rider route with MCN's best cruiser motorcycles. American-style cruisers and customs may not be for everyone, as they emphasise States-style rumbling and leather-clad posing over sporty...

Before sports bikes gained racer-replica bodywork, touring machines required weather-beating full fairings and even adventure machines donned screens, beaks and all manner of plastic add-ons, all...

There are over 917,000 motorcycles (above 249cc) currently licensed to legally roam the highways and byways of the UK’s road network. But while the new bike stats tell a story that could easily...

Although adventure bikes such as BMW’s definitive R1250GS were conceived to be capable of conquering continents, as famously portrayed in Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman’s TV series 'Long Way...

The Motorcycle Diaries was first shown in the UK 15 years ago today. The perfect excuse to rewatch? This coming-of-age road movie documents the journey taken by 23-year-old medical student, Ernesto...

Getting a full motorbike licence in the UK - known as a category A - opens the door to one of the most exciting and liberating experiences going, but doing so can seem offputtingly complicated. Never...

The August Bank Holiday weekend offers bikers a chance to get out and about at some great events, and it’s looking a lot like the weather is going to play ball for a lot of us as well. In this article...

Peter Fonda, the star of the iconic motorcycle film Easy Rider, has died aged 79. Fonda had a long and varied career, however it was his depiction of Wyatt in the cult 1969 road movie that he was...

The best motorbike cafés in the UK are places to meet, eat and socialise with likeminded people who love motorcycles. Latest biker café news: Hartside Café to become biker paradise So it stands to...

Cornering is one of the most exciting parts of riding a motorbike but it’s also a tricky part to get right and is where most accidents happen. This can be because riders try to corner faster by...

The theory test is the second element of passing your full motorbike licence, occuring before the two practical modules and after the CBT. Related: everything you need to know about learning to...

The oil in your motorbike’s engine plays an incredibly important role. It acts as a cushion between moving parts, such as between camshaft and head, reducing friction and wear. Furthermore, it plays a...

If you’re learning to ride and aged 17 or older, after passing your CBT certificate (Compulsory Basic Training) you can gain your provisional A1 bike licence, which allows you to ride up to 125cc...

Your motorbike’s suspension can seem a daunting thing to take some spanners to, but do it right and you’ll almost certainly transform your bike’s ride and handling.  The standard suspension...

Riding with a pillion can be the best way to get friends and family understanding just what you love about biking. But there's a real art to carrying a passenger on a motorbike. If you've never ridden...

Dangerous fake crash helmets that fail mandatory safety standards are posing a serious threat to British riders. Readily available to buy through online auction sites, international marketplaces and...

The route to big bike ownership is complicated. Once you’ve passed your full, unrestricted A licence, either at the age of 21 or older via the progressive route through the lesser licence categories,...

A new free-standing remote control Ducati Panigale V4 S model from Spin Master Toys has been released, boasting a top speed of over 12mph and the ability to pull wheelies and burnouts. As you can see...

Tyres are the most important part on your bike – your sole connection with the road for the overwhelming majority of the time. There’s a lot to know about your bike’s boots, though. In this article...

Though not in the spotlight as much as their bigger alternatives, there is a thriving 50cc scooter market that will get you on two wheels and honing your road craft so that, come the right age, you...

A motorbike chain is a vitally important bit of kit. It’s essentially the part that connects your motor to your back wheel, so careful maintenance is key to keeping your bike moving. In this article...

When the sun comes out it’s more tempting than ever to get the bike out of the garage and rack-up some miles. Jump to Tinted sun visors Inspect your tyres Check your fluids Wear the right gear Park...