Bike Kit

The HJC i80 is a good quality budget flip-front that will go the miles with you

18 July 2025 by Robin Kirkley

Believe it or not, I’d never worn a flip-front (or modular) helmet before trying the HJC i80. As I set off on a long weekend tour it felt pretty much like my full face helmets – the fit seemed...

A new helmet costs a fortune right? Wrong, these are our top five lids for under £200

17 July 2025 by Charlotte King

In the UK the only bit of kit that you must wear by law when you ride is a motorcycle helmet. Keeping your head safe is crucial, wearing an up to date helmet when riding can save your head in the...

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

17 July 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Innovation is always on the horizon in the motorcycling world, and that means there’s no shortage of new kit being released, but how can you keep track of everything when it’s moving so quickly?...

Bargain Hunter | Tyres and tools you'll need after munching the miles this summer

15 July 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Long summer evenings, cloudless skies and open roads… the perfect combination for getting out on a mid-week ride, which along with the opportunities for fair weather commuting, touring and visiting...

Fed up with Amazon deals? Here's MCN's pick of some biking bargains from other retailers

10 July 2025 by Ben Clarke

Amazon may have been centre-stage this week thanks to their latest sale event, but there are still plenty of good biking deals around from other retailers, too. If you find Amazon a turn-off or...

Save 38% on Loop Earplugs in the Amazon Prime Day sale event and protect your hearing for less

10 July 2025 by Ben Clarke

Loop’s Experience 2 earplugs are included in the Amazon Prime Day sale event with a massive 38% off RRP. But the Sale event finishes on Friday, July 11 so you’d better get yours while you...

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

10 July 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Innovation is always on the horizon in the motorcycling world, and that means there’s no shortage of new kit being released, but how can you keep track of everything when it’s moving so quickly?...

From motocross legends to trailblazers, Fox Racing’s adventure gear is a game-changer for off-road riders

09 July 2025 by Ben Clarke

Paid partnership with Fox Racing If you’ve ever been involved in the motocross or mountain biking worlds, then you’ve heard of Fox Racing. It goes without saying, they’re a ubiquitous presence in those sports that runs through every...

Keep it locked on MCN with the best Amazon Prime Day deals on security kit

08 July 2025 by Phil Clarke

With Amazon Prime Days in full swing, there’s plenty of great deals to be had on a plethora of security kit. From cheap yet effective deterrents to some of the strongest locks money can buy, here’s...

Amazon Prime Day is here and there's big bargains to be had on LEGO, Loop earplugs, DJI and Insta360

08 July 2025 by Charlotte King

Another season, another Amazon Deals Event. This time there will be four days of bargains to be had across the site for Prime members from 8-11 July. We know how tight money can be these days so any...

From chairs to cookware and tents to mallets, here are some brilliant deals on camping gear

08 July 2025 by Robin Kirkley

With four days of camping deals in the Amazon Prime Day event there’s bound to be something useful for your next motorcycle adventure. From tents to mallets, we’ve been scouring the Prime pages...

Amazon Prime Day Deals on the best tech for bikers including Cardo, TomTom and DJI

08 July 2025 by Charlotte King

Amazon Prime Day Deals are a great opportunity to get the tech you’ve had your eye on at a great price. We’ve been up early to scour the website and pulled together all of the best motorcycle-related...

Bargain Hunter | Huge savings on electronic accessories to get the most from every ride

07 July 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Investing in additional motorcycle accessories is par for the course these days, especially those electrical add-ons that can help you find your way, stay in touch or share those magical moments that...

A buying guide to women's one piece leather motorcycle suits to help you choose the right one

07 July 2025 by Charlotte King

The all-in-one leather motorcycle suit is considered the safest option for riding at speed. That’s obviously why the racers wear them at the highest level of motorsport. The leather one-piece suit...

Big savings at Sportsbike Shop including £100 off a GoPro Hero 13 bundle!

07 July 2025 by Charlotte King

Sportsbike Shop have loads of kit currently on sale, including Oxford, Alpinestars and GoPro. It’s the perfect time to grab yourself a bargain. Related: Amazon Prime Deal Days 2025 We’ve...

Arai unveil new limited-edition helmet to mark 25 years since Joey Dunlop's death

04 July 2025 by Tommy Begley

Arai are celebrating the legacy of road racing legend, Joey Dunlop by releasing a limited-edition helmet 25 years after his death, with the anniversary marked on July 2 this year. 600 individually...

First glimpse at the new Shoei J.O2, with vintage style and modern safety what's not to like?

04 July 2025 by Tommy Begley

Shoei have updated their classic open-face helmet to conform to the new ECE 22.06 safety standards and will release it in August. The J.O2 retro style helmet has had its first complete overhaul in...

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

03 July 2025 by Phil Clarke

Innovation is always on the horizon in the motorcycling world, and that means there’s no shortage of new kit being released, but how can you keep track of everything when it’s moving so quickly?...

Muc-Off deals don't come much better: we've scoured the web to find the best prices on Prime Day

03 July 2025 by Tommy Begley

Muc-Off’s lean, mean, pink cleaning machine, Nano Tech bike cleaner, can be found in garages nationwide. And it’s easy to see why – it efficiently breaks down bike crud, making washing your bike a...

Spada Hanzo "I’d buy this jacket. It’s stylish, comfortable, practical and on the money price-wise"

01 July 2025 by Gareth Evans

The Spada Hanzo leather jacket is the best leather jacket I’ve tested to date. Spada is becoming known for great design, and I reckon this is a fantastic example of fashion meeting function. It’s...

Bargain Hunter | Get ready for the heat-wave with all the best deals on ventilated kit

01 July 2025 by Phil Clarke

There’s no feeling quite like the summer breeze whisking over your arms and dancing around your chest as you blitz past caravans on the open A-roads in summer, and whether you’re bobbing along the...

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

26 June 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Innovation is always on the horizon in the motorcycling world, and that means there’s no shortage of new kit being released, but how can you keep track of everything when it’s moving so quickly?...

The Spada Turbine jacket has a timeless design that's unfortunately let down by a few niggles

25 June 2025 by Adam Oldfield

Retro was at the top of my motorcycle jacket shopping criteria list: it had to look the part, something for those Sunday morning jaunts on my bikes that are more about chrome than...

The art and science of packing your motorcycle for an upcoming tour

25 June 2025 by Robin Kirkley

Experienced riders know how to pack a motorcycle for an upcoming tour – they’ve done it countless times over many years. But they all started somewhere, like me. About the only thing I didn’t pack for...

Bargain Hunter | Appropriate attire for getting off the beaten track confidently and comfortably

24 June 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Exploring the roads less travelled can lead to all kinds of unexpected discoveries, from amazing new rides to fascinating out-of-the-way places and fabulous vistas that a straightforward route would...

Scorching hot kit deals to help you keep your cool in a heatwave!

20 June 2025 by Ben Clarke

Riding a motorcycle in hot weather is one of life’s great joys. Nothing beats the feeling of cruising along a fast road in the lightest kit you own, enjoying hot, sticky tarmac and warm, dry air. But...

"I love this bag, and fully intend to use it again and again for all of my longer bike trips"

19 June 2025 by Charlotte King

Wanting to get out a bit further afield on my bike this year, I was on the lookout for a nice big tail bag to fit on my Suzuki SV650S. I spotted the SW-Motech Legend and thought I would give it ago,...

The sportsbike kit I would buy if I had to start from scratch today

19 June 2025 by Charlotte King

So, you’ve just bought your first sportsbike and now you need to get all the gear. With so many options on the market these days, it can be daunting and difficult to know where to start! Related:...

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

19 June 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Innovation is always on the horizon in the motorcycling world, and that means there’s no shortage of new kit being released, but how can you keep track of everything when it’s moving so quickly?...

New Riderr motorcycle accessories available across UK from Dorset based brand

18 June 2025 by Charlotte King

A new range of motorcycling accessories is now available from a manufacturer that you may not have heard of before. Riderr are a Dorset based business, that started life as a family run team, and with...

Bargain Hunter | When did you last change your lid? Hot deals on helmets to help you upgrade

17 June 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

If there’s one bit of kit that should always be in tip-top condition, then it’s your helmet. Day in day out, it’s subjected to UV rays, exhaust fumes and general road grime, not to mention human...

Biking bargains! Amazon Prime Day 2025 starts today!

17 June 2025 by Ben Clarke

It’s here: This year’s Amazon Prime Day 2025 sale event starts now, running from July 8-11, offering a longer period than ever to make the most of discounts on various bits of biking gear. Don’t...

Muc-Off Mobile Pressure Washer Sale | 20% off the best way to clean your bike and all it's accessories

13 June 2025 by Phil Clarke

For one week only Muc-Off are selling their mobile pressure washer at a 20% discount, which includes bundles, spare batteries, and extra accessories. It’s no secret we think it’s a fantastic bit of...

RST’s Paragon 7 touring jacket is tough, comfortable and built to go the distance in all weathers

12 June 2025 by Robin Kirkley

The RST Pro Series Paragon 7 textile jacket is a tough but comfortable all-weather, all-season touring jacket that is built to last. The official blurb says it is upgraded from the Paragon 6 with...

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

12 June 2025 by Justin Hayzelden

Innovation is always on the horizon in the motorcycling world, and that means there’s no shortage of new kit being released, but how can you keep track of everything when it’s moving so quickly?...

Decades of safety, engineered for every ride: From MotoGP tracks to mountain trails

11 June 2025 by Ben Clarke

Paid partnership with Arai If you’re a motorcyclist, you will have heard of Arai. The Japanese helmet brand have been an inescapable presence, pioneering safety at the very top of motorcycle sport and on the roads for...