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Oxford's Aqua Rollbags are a versatile, rugged and dependable luggage option for any trip | MCN review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Oxford Aqua Rollbag is a soft motorcycle luggage option available in four capacities, 20, 30, 50 and 70 litres. All are made from PVC tarpaulin outer with a rigid-edges roll-top closure that has...

Tried and tested: Alpinestars SMX-6 V2 Drystar review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Alpinestars SMX-6 V2 Drystar boots are sporty style waterproof boot that’s comfy enough to use for touring with the kind of protection you would expect on a track. It can be a dilemma...

Tried and tested: Alpinestars Web GTX review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Alpinestars Web GTX are a great all-round boot that will keep your feet warm, protected and reasonably warm but don’t sparkle in any particular area. That isn’t a criticism by any means – if...

Tried and tested: Muc-Off Pressure Washer review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Generally speaking, if you want to clean a motorbike, then you will probably find a pressure washer useful. However – and it’s a big however – sometimes, you need to be careful, particularly around...

Tried and tested: RST Pro Series Commander jacket review

14 September 2023 by Ben Clarke

The RST Pro Series Commander jacket is the firm’s flagship textile motorcycle jacket. It’s a completely waterproof laminate jacket thanks to its SinAqua Pro technology – meaning you don’t have to mess...

Power play: How to hard-wire heated motorcycle gloves into your bike

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Heated kit is a brilliant addition to your winter riding kit. It allows you to wear less insulating clothing and instead, generate heat to maintain your body temperature while remaining comfortable...

Maximum versatility: Best three season motorcycle gloves

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

A pair of three-season motorcycle gloves is a staple in most motorcyclists’ wardrobes. They offer excellent versatility and can be had for a reasonable price, as well as offering very good protection...

Hotfooting it: Best summer motorcycle boots

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

A good pair of summer motorcycle boots will make sure your feet don’t roast in hot weather without sacrificing protection. We all love riding motorcycles in summer; long days, bright sunshine and...

Roadskin Taranis Elite AAA jeans review | Single-layer, AAA-rated jeans we can't stop wearing

14 September 2023 by Ben Clarke

Motorcycle riding jeans have come a long way over the years and these Roadskin Taranis Elite AAA genuinely boggle the mind with their combination of comfort, lightweight fabric and...

Best motorcycle touring boots as chosen by MCN

14 September 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

For riders who want to go any distance – whether it’s a long day-trip, a hefty commute or for a longer, multi-day tour – a pair of sturdy motorcycle touring boots is essential. They should offer...

Love your links: Best chain cleaners as chosen by MCN

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Unless you own a belt or shaft-driven motorcycle, then chain cleaners and lubrication is part of your life, the same way that cleaning your bike is essential to keeping it not only looking good but...

Get shorty: Best short motorcycle boots

14 September 2023 by Justin Hayzelden

If you’re going casual in a pair of jeans, riding around town on an urban commute or just want a bit more comfort and mobility when you’re off the bike, then a short motorcycle boot may well be the...

Save yourself money by following MCN's guide to looking after your motorbike chain

14 September 2023 by Bruce Dunn

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

Tried and tested: Cardo Packtalk Bold review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

While for many, motorcycling is about isolation and distraction from the rest of the world, others like to stay in touch, and for them, a motorcycle intercom – such as the Cardo Packtalk Bold – fitted...

Tried and tested: T.ur G-Two Adventure gloves review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

We know that the ultimate summer clothing consists of lots of mesh panels in the non-critical areas to allow as much air as possible to enter while critical areas feature solid material for...

Spoiler alert: Taylor Mackenzie helps Ruroc develop trackday helmet

14 September 2023 by Dan Sutherland

Gloucestershire helmet manufacturer Ruroc have set their sights on the race circuit, developing a track-focused helmet based on their Atlas 4.0 that’s both lighter and more aerodynamic than...

Heated vision: New heated visor claims to provide a day’s riding without the fear of fog

14 September 2023 by Stuart Prestidge

Space technology and British engineering have combined to make fogged visors a thing of the past with the invention of the Visin heated visor insert that promises to keep your vision crystal clear for...

Defiant against thieves: New Squire lock ramps up protection against angle grinders

14 September 2023 by Stuart Prestidge

Squire have launched what they say is their toughest ever motorcycle brake disc lock, promising angle grinder resistance that should deter even the most tooled-up thief. Named the Defiant, the...

Play time! Ride 5 video game on the way

14 September 2023 by Dan Sutherland

The fifth instalment of the Ride video game franchise will arrive on August 24, 2023. Players of Ride 5 can race the latest in motorcycling exotica on a series of iconic race tracks from around the...

Bricking it! Yamaha team up with Lego for new MT-10SP build

14 September 2023 by Dan Sutherland

Yamaha have teamed up with Lego to launch a new MT-10SP Technic kit, set to arrive in shops next month. The £199.99 build will be available on Tuesday, 1 August 2023 and consists of 1478 pieces.

A century of the Manx GP: Arai celebrate with limited edition RX-7V Evo

14 September 2023 by Ben Clarke

Arai helmets are celebrating 100 years of the Manx GP with a UK exclusive, limited edition version of their RX-7V Evo helmet. The design was unveiled on the island at this year’s TT and features a...

Tried and tested: Vanucci VAJ-4 textile jacket review

14 September 2023 by Ben Clarke

The unfortunately named Vanucci VAJ-4 textile jacket forms part of the brand’s modular bike kit range called Vanucci+ that lets the rider pick and choose which layers they want to buy and wear. So,...

Rate of inflation: Airbag jeans come to market

14 September 2023 by Dan Sutherland

Airbag jackets are nothing new, with most major kit brands producing inflating safety vests designed to provide additional protection. But there are also airbag jeans. You can wear them under your...

Hard as a diamond: Abus Granit 68 Xplus scores highest Sold Secure Diamond level rating

14 September 2023 by MCN

Abus are taking the fight to bike thieves with an updated range of Sold Secure approved locks and chains – including a Diamond rated cylindrical disc lock which meets the highest level of protection...

Tried and tested: Worx Hydroshot brushless review

14 September 2023 by Adam Binnie

While it’s not a great idea to blast your wheel bearings or electronics with a pressure washer, you can safely clean your motorbike with Worx Hydroshot Brushless if you are careful. Thing is, going...

Tried and tested: Held Air N Dry gloves review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Held Air N Dry gloves attempt to satisfy two very distinct riding conditions; hot and dry or wet and cold. We all know that finding biking kit that covers every eventuality is tough – while...

Tried and tested: Richa Street Touring gloves review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

I’ve been wearing these Richa Street Touring gloves on longer trips for several years and again, this season since early spring. There’s a very good reason for that; they are a great three-season...

Tried and tested: Shoei Neotec II review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The Neotec 2 has now been replaced by the Shoei Neotec 3, which conforms to the later ECE 22.06 safety standard. It’s also got a number of tweaks to improve the six-year-old Neotec II. Flip-front...

Tried and tested: Cardo Freecom 4X intercom headset review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

if you like listening to music, sat-nav instructions and making or taking phone calls when you are riding, you will need a Bluetooth headset or motorcycle intercom – like the Cardo Freecom...

We ride hundreds of thousands of miles per year and these are the best chain lubes we've found for all conditions

14 September 2023 by Ben Clarke

Chain lube is an essential maintenance spray for any motorcycle that uses a drive chain (which is the vast majority). Modern X-ring or O-ring chains have built-in lubricant on the inside of the...

Tried and tested: ACF-50 corrosion preventer review

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s a sad fact of life that, unless you only ride on dry days and in the warmer months, you will need some form of corrosion prevention on your bike. It might just be a light dusting if you prefer...

The missing link: Best motorcycle chain tools

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There are various motorcycle chain tools available to help you work on your own bike chain, ranging from DIY handheld devices to heavier-duty versions aimed more at professionals. We’ve put together a...

World-beaters: Best waterproof touring boots for year round riding

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

For road riders, getting your kit right is never more important than when you’re contemplating big miles and a pair of waterproof motorcycle touring boots is a good place to start. If you’re just...

Tank toppers: Best motorcycle tankbags as chosen by MCN

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Motorcycle tankbags are a great way to carry your essentials while keeping them all within easy reach. The’re perfect for things like maps, phones, keys, passports and wallets and particularly handy...

Righty tighty: Best motorcycle torque wrenches

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Pretty much every nut and bolt on your motorcycle will have a pre-determined figure for the torque it should be done up to, so all the best motorbike toolkits should include one of the best motorcycle...

Going nowhere: Best motorcycle rear wheel spinners

14 September 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Unless your bike has a centrestand, cleaning and subsequently lubricating and protecting the chain or cleaning the wheels can be a real pain. That task is made easier with a motorcycle wheel...