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Save 30% on the multi-purpose Arai Tour-X4 - now £200 off

08 November 2023 by Adam Binnie

We’re lucky enough to have two opinions on the Arai Tour-X 4 helmet here at MCN, based on nearly 14,000 miles of testing – from product expert Justin Hayzelden and off-road legend Michael Guy. They...

MCN's Editor gave this CTEK battery charger five stars - and it's 20% off for Black Friday

02 November 2023 by Aaron Hussain

The current range topper and fan favourite of the CTEK trickle charger range, the CTEK CS Free, is on sale during Black . It comes with a saving of 20% off – that’s nearly £50 – for a limited time...

The Sportsbikeshop guide to laminated waterproof motorcycle gear

31 October 2023 by Adam Binnie

Paid partnership with Sportsbikeshop Staying warm and dry on the bike in poor whether is every rider’s top priority, but you can’t count on the first unless you take care of the second- there’s no point investing in thermal base layers...

Bike Stop 15% trade-in: Deal will see donated gear benefit local charity

25 October 2023 by Dan Sutherland

Leading motorcycle clothing retailer Bike Stop is offering a new discount scheme saving customers cash on bike kit, whilst also benefitting local charity. From now until the end of October,...

Racer with a day job: Bell Race Star DLX Flex review

24 October 2023 by Ben Clarke

The Bell Race Star Flex DLX is a carbon-fibre, sporty street motorcycle helmet that sits at the upper end of the market – and quite rightly so. This E CE22.06 version of the Race Star is a distant...

Oxford Leggings recall: Which products are affected and what to do next

24 October 2023 by Phil West

Oxford Products has issued a recall for one of their pairs of women’s leggings designs. The leggings concerned are the TW228101 Oxford Original Approved AA Women’s Legging in all sizes and leg...

One size fits all: is the RST Pro Series Evo Airbag the ultimate all-rounder suit?

18 October 2023 by Adam Binnie

Sitting in the middle between more street and track-focussed one-piece suits, the RST Pro Series Evo Airbag is a Goldilocks set of leathers – offering a bit more protection than the Tractech Evo 4,...

The HJC RPHA 1 is a top-spec helmet designed for the track but it actually feels more at home on the road

13 October 2023 by Dan Sutherland

The HJC RPHA 1 is HJC’s most track-focused helmet available to the bike buying public. It meets FIM standards to be used in racing at levels as high as MotoGP, and is not designed with road comfort,...

Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 Stella Airbag Vest Review

10 October 2023 by Emma Franklin

Alpinestars’ Tech-Air motorcycle airbag project has been around since 2003, but back then it was strictly the preserve of world championship riders only. Since then the brand has gone commercial and...

Shark Spartan RS Review 2023

10 October 2023 by Dan Sutherland

The Shark Spartan RS was one of the first motorcycle helmets from the French safety firm to meet more stringent ECE 22.06 safety regulations – meaning it should perform better in rotational impacts. A...

Held Phantom Pro Review

10 October 2023 by Dan Sutherland

The Held Phantom Pro is the most expensive sports glove in brands racing range and combines abrasion resistant kangaroo leather with strips of stingray leather and aramid fibres to produce a highly...

Alpinestars Tech 7 Enduro Drystar Review

10 October 2023 by Ben Clarke

A well-known brand for off-road bike gear and these Alpinestars Tech 7 Enduro Drystar motorbike boots are the latest in a long line of popular, high-quality dirt bike kit. When I ride on the...

Alpinestars Stella SR-3 Drystar gloves review

10 October 2023 by Alison Silcox

I was pleasantly surprised to find this pair of Alpinestars Stella SR-3 Drystar gloves without a three-figure price tag. Priced at just shy of £60, these three-season gloves have been a great find.

Oxford Original Approved AA MS Shirt Review

10 October 2023 by Ben Clarke

Riding shirts like the Oxford Original Approved AA MS have been around for a few years now and are a more protective option than wearing a Carhartt or Dickies lumberjack number on your...

SW Motech Legend Gear Tailbag LR2 Review

10 October 2023 by Saffron Wilson

The SW Motech Legend Gear Tailbag LR2 line was specifically designed to complement retro-style motorcycles and sits alongside a range of luggage options such as tank bags, backpacks, saddlebags and...

KTM eDrive 16 electric balance bike review

10 October 2023 by Emma Franklin

Balance bikes are the perfect first step to getting nippers on to two wheels, but powered versions take things that one step further by introducing the concept of throttle control. Made by US company...

Stay dry whatever the weather: Alpinestars Hurricane waterproof oversuit review

10 October 2023 by Michael Neeves

These two-piece motorcycle waterproofs are designed to be worn over road riding kit. A one-piece version is also available of the Alpinestars Hurricane Waterproof oversuit as well. Is the...

Comfort Air seat cushion review

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There are lots of accessories available on the aftermarket to make your motorcycle more comfortable. And one of the most important things to keep comfy on a bike is your bum. In this respect, the...

Pit-lane essentials: Everything you need to get the most from a motorcycle trackday

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It doesn’t matter what bike you ride and how you ride it. You may be a courier, a commuter, a recreational chip-hunter with your mates or a motorcycle track day addict. Somewhere along the line, you...

Valentino Rossi: All His Races book review

10 October 2023 by James Taylor

This could have been a simplistic book. Some nice pictures, a quick summary of each race, job done. But there’s more to it than that in this All His Races book of Valentino Rossi’s MotoGP career.

MCN's review guide to the top motorcycle armour and protection

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

One of the biggest attractions of motorcycling is the feeling of liberation that comes with being immersed in the greater environment, rather than being insulated from it like in a car, for example.

Pack it away: Best motorcycle kit storage options

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you only have a single motorbike outfit and helmet, then keeping your kit stored when you’re not using it will probably be fairly straightforward. However, if you have more than one set of kit, you...

Top Heated Motorcycle Kit

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Many motorcyclists approach winter in the same way some animals do; stock up on luxuries, hunker down and wait for spring and the onset of better weather. Others use a more arctic approach, adapting...

Best Kids' Motorcycle Gear

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

We’ve said it before – it’s both hugely exciting and a little scary when your kids express an interest in following you onto two wheels. Generally, they can either do this themselves or on the back...

Best adventure motorcycle boots

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

If you’re heading off-road on your bike, then you need a pair of adventure motorcycle boots that are ready for the job. Like your jacket and trousers, they need to be supportive and keep you dry yet...

MCN's 2021 Black Friday motorbike kit deals guide

10 October 2023 by Chris Williams

MCN should be your first port of call when hunting for Black Friday deals. We will be hunting for top deals on worthwhile products. We appreciate that shopping is not everyone’s favourite pastime.

Best women's motorcycle helmets with a feminine twist

10 October 2023 by Maria Martin

‘Women’s motorcycle helmets’ seems to be a popular phrase searched by people on the big, old, wide interweb. However, truth is, it’s all about safety first and picking the right lid that’s going to...

DJI Osmo Action Review: A Serious Rival to GoPro

10 October 2023 by Curtis Moldrich

Action cameras represent a great gadget for bikers. In addition to being an easy, engaging way to record your epic routes and tours, their recordings can also come in handy in the unfortunate event of...

Best Motorcycle Cleaning Brushes

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

It’s always nice to be able to spray a cleaning product onto a bike, let it dwell for a little while and then, simply rinse off. We all love it when cleaning the bike takes no more effort than that to...

The Best Budget Motorcycling Kit

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There’s an age-old adage that states; ‘You get what you pay for’. And, to an extent, that is the case with motorcycling kit. You can pay upwards of £1,000 for a jacket or a helmet and they will excel...

Top Casual Motorcycle Clothing

10 October 2023 by Maria Martin

There’s a lot of casual riding gear on the market that looks stylish, is great for warmer riding days around town and doesn’t compromise safety. In fact, more and more riders are looking for casual...

Best Vegan Motorcycle Gear From Vegan Boots To Vegan Gloves

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

Life is all about choices and more people are choosing to live their lives as vegan, avoiding the use of any form of animal products. Brands are introducing vegan motorcycle products which use more...

Insta360-ONE-R-Ultimate-Kit: Is It Worth The Price?

10 October 2023 by Curtis Moldrich

If you’re looking for a way to capture your rides for insurance purposes or just for fun, it’s worth getting an action camera like this one from Insta360. Small and easy to mount, they give you peace...

Oxford Protex Stretch Motorcycle Cover Review

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There are two main reasons to keep your bike under a cover like this Oxford Protex Stretch. The first is if you don’t have anywhere ‘indoors’ to keep your bike, such as a garage, workshop or shed. A...

Motorcycle Touring Essentials

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

There’s a lot more to heading off motorcycle touring than simply chucking a few bits of clothing in a bag, strapping it to the bike and chucking a leg over. It doesn’t need to be a particularly...

Damage prevention: Best motorcycle crash protection products

10 October 2023 by Jim Blackstock

The first thing you need to look after when riding a motorbike is yourself. Crash protection is of paramount importance. CE rated kit and a quality helmet will protect you from injury in the event of...