Shad SH58X topbox review: ' Travel light or fully loaded' 18 August 2017 by MCN News MCN Freelancer tested the Shad SH58X topbox for five months and has now reviewed it. Giving it 5/5 stars for quality and 3/5 stars for value here's how Bruce Dunn got on... What's good? Bruce says:... Read more ...
Alpinestars Rage Drystar glove £99.99 23 December 2016 by MCN News What’s good: Made from a leather/poly-fabric mix, with carbon knuckle guards, it also packs a waterproof membrane and wrist protection. Deputy Editor Richard Newland can attest to the waterproof... Read more ...
Gilles levers to fit Ducati 959 22 December 2016 by MCN News The two ball bearings in these levers from Gilles replace the bushings in the standard levers giving better feel and control. TOP STORIES Top four motorbike films worth watching this Christmas Honda... Read more ...
Take a trip back to better days with this Ogri T-shirt 20 December 2016 by MCN News “Stuff everything, I’ve always got my bike” is a maxim that fans of iconic biker cartoon Orgi will want to wear with pride. TOP STORIES Top four motorbike films worth watching this Christmas Honda... Read more ...
Remus Okami slip-on for the Honda Africa Twin 19 December 2016 by MCN News The Remus Okami slip-on can is lighter than the weight of the standard can that comes on the Honda Africa Twin and is much more stylish too. It requires no adjustment to the fueling and weighs in a... Read more ...
Furygan's new winter clobber 16 December 2016 by James Archibald Furygan release three new jackets Furygan have released three new jackets into their Autumn/Winter range of products. All feature CE-approved D30 armour in the elbows and shoulders and all three also... Read more ...
I can see clearly now: Biltwell Moto 2.0 goggles 16 December 2016 by MCN News Available in five colour options (Bolts Black, Checkers Black, Script Black, Script Chocolate (pictured) and Script Titanium) the Moto 2.0 goggles use an injection-moulded plastic frame that's... Read more ...
TCX Hero boots offer form and function 15 December 2016 by MCN News The Hero boots are new from TCX and are fashioned from full grain leather. A side access zip makes getting them on and off a breeze, the waterproof liner makes them a versatile four-season option and... Read more ...
Alpinestars hurricane promises 100% waterproofing 13 December 2016 by MCN News What’s good: Made from ultra-lightweight PU-coated nylon, the £70 Hurricane promises to be 100% waterproof. A cool bonus is that the inside has been treated with a special coating to stop it sticking... Read more ...
New Shark D-Skwal ditches the lights 12 December 2016 by MCN News What’s good: Effectively the glow-in-the-dark Skwal without the LED lights, this lid replaces Shark’s popular S700, and features a polycarbonate shell for lightness, a drop-down sun visor for... Read more ...
Perfect for winter: Davida Touring gloves 09 December 2016 by MCN News Not just a helmet maker, Davida recently brought us these touring gloves that are perfect for winter. The gloves keep the classic look but offer good functionality, with Kevlar stitching throughout, a... Read more ...
HJC takes aim at budget helmets with CS-15 09 December 2016 by MCN News HJC's new budget helmet, the CS-15 is available in stores now, priced at £79.99 for plain colours and £89.99 for graphics. The lightweight synthetic shell of the new helmet comes in two sizes while in... Read more ...
The Arai QV-Pro is a top-notch touring lid 06 December 2016 by MCN News The QV-Pro is the latest version of Arai’s top-end sports-touring lid and uses features filtered down from the Japanese brand’s flagship RX-7V racing helmet to produce a road lid that’s quieter,... Read more ...
Dickies FD relaxed fit Kevlar jeans 04 December 2016 by MCN News Legendary workwear brand Dickies have finally branched into the world of motorcycling with a range of protective clothing that is made to be both fashionable and functional. These jeans are fully... Read more ...
Sena Prism bluetooth camera, £229 03 December 2016 by MCN News The latest Prism from Sena is the first HD action camera suitable for bikes to feature Bluetooth so you can link to a Bluetooth helmet intercom or the built-in microphone and record live audio... Read more ...
Avoid sweaty feet with these TCX RT Race boots 02 December 2016 by MCN News These new sport boots from TCX feature an internal lacing system, similar to the Alpinestars Supertech R, for added fit and protection. The RT Race boots (costing £299.99) use TCX's Double Flex... Read more ...
Putoline RS1 Bike Wash Pro, £8.98 01 December 2016 by MCN News This new fast-acting, bio-degradable cleaner from Putoline promises to protect against corrosion and leave a brilliant shine. TOP STORIES Ice, ice, baby Video: Aussie builds washing machine for... Read more ...
Bell Moto III helmet, £279.99 30 November 2016 by MCN News Bell have brought back the true spirit of the 70s with the Moto III. The new Moto III looks like the old model but features a lightweight fibreglass composite shell and removable/washable terrycloth... Read more ...
Oxford Hot grips, £79.99 28 November 2016 by MCN News Designed specifically for the extremes of British weather, these UK-only Hot Grips now feature a new nine-level heat control, allowing quick, easy temperature control, with the most precise adjustment... Read more ...
Skidmarx reveal new screens for BMW S1000RR 23 November 2016 by MCN News Skidmarx have introduced a new range of screens to fit the current BMW S1000RR. The range includes a replacement standard screen, which comes in both clear and tinted versions and costs £59.95. There... Read more ...
Momodesign create first graphene helmet 23 November 2016 by Liam Marsden Graphene, a material made from a layer of one-atom-thick carbon constructed in a honeycomb pattern has been proposed as the material with which to build a space elevator, but a bit closer to home,... Read more ...
Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR 22 November 2016 by Emma Franklin These new dual-sport tyres from Italian manufacturer Pirelli mix a rally-style tread pattern with claims of genuine on-road all-weather grip and feedback. TOP STORIES Bike of the day: Ducati 848 ... Read more ...
Arai Chaser-X from £389.99 19 November 2016 by MCN News Arai’s mid-range lid gets an update for 2017 thanks to technology lifted directly from the Japanese manufacturer’s top-flight race lid. The new Chaser-X features both the ventilation system and visor... Read more ...
Givi S150 universal top rack £53.38 17 November 2016 by MCN News For those who don’t believe in packing light, luggage specialists Givi have launched this new top box rack. Thanks to its universal fitting kit, the Givi rack will attach securely to any Givi Monokey... Read more ...
Beemer GS Desert Trail watch €149 30 October 2016 by MCN News This chronograph (what posh folk call a watch) is not an official BMW product, though it is made in Germany. The orangey-brown face colour has been chosen to make you think of sand (hopefully... Read more ...
New Gore-Tex gear from Richa 28 October 2016 by James Archibald Richa are launching a new range of protective clothing that will incorporate Gore-Tex for the first time. The new range will include four jackets and two pairs of trousers and will be released in... Read more ...
AirHawk Integrated Seat, £549 25 October 2016 by MCN News Hardcore distance riders have long put their trust (and bottoms) into AirHawk’s seat cushions, from Iron Butt Rally regulars to Ewan McGregor on the original Long Way Round. Rather than simply add... Read more ...
Avon TrekRider £200 a pair (est) 24 October 2016 by MCN News Last year Avon released the most advanced motorcycle tyre they had ever built: the TrailRider. Their first adventure tyre in more than 15 years, it combined almost all their two-wheeled technology and... Read more ...
Armour plating: Best of the vest 23 October 2016 by MCN News It's not just as simple as choosing one that fits, you'll want to decide what sort of riding you'll be doing while wearing it, the temperatures you ride in and whether or not you want chest... Read more ...
Weise announce new Seattle suit 20 October 2016 by Liam Marsden Weise have unveiled the Seattle jacket and trousers, designed for unpredictable conditions and cold weather. The Seattle suit uses an Outlast lining - originally developed for NASA, which absorbs,... Read more ...
Alien Moto reveals vegan motorcycle suit 19 October 2016 by Liam Marsden Swedish company Alien Moto has revealed the future of motorcycle protection, with a race suit that uses no animal products and is completely vegan. TOP STORIES MotoGP: Nicky Hayden back on Repsol... Read more ...
Indian and Red Wing Shoes collaborate 13 October 2016 by James Archibald US brands Indian and legendary shoe firm Red Wing – who both have a history stretching back to the early 1900s – have teamed up to create new heritage-inspired riding boots. TOP STORIES Midalu 2.5... Read more ...
BMW Motorrad Street Air by Alpinestars jacket, £1600 11 October 2016 by Tony Hoare The name may be quite a mouthful, but this new airbag jacket represents the first tie-up between BMW and protective clothing specialists Alpinestars. The Street Air adopts the airbag technology from... Read more ...
HJC tempts you to the dark side with Star Wars designs 11 October 2016 by Liam Marsden HJC Helmets have teamed up with Lucasfilm, the creators of Star Wars, to create two paintschemes based on two iconic characters from the much-loved franchise. Designs based on the helmets of fans'... Read more ...
Top 10 textile jackets 10 October 2016 by MCN News When it comes to practicality textile suits are king. They're the best way to stay warm, protected and dry throughout the year, and excel in winter. The key to a good textile suit is layers. The ideal... Read more ...
Buse Torino Evo textile jacket £174.99 08 October 2016 by MCN News German brand Buse is new to the UK with a range of cost-effective riding clobber that includes this textile jacket. It’s made from a 500-denier polyester outer and rain is repelled by a Humax membrane... Read more ...