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MCN ShopStaying warm whilst on your bike this winter is essential and we recommend buying thermal and base layers that offer a close, snug fit as this will help trap warm air against the skin – keeping you...

MCN Bikes for saleThe Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird is a strong example of a comfortable but ballistic power machine, previously holding the record for the fastest production motorcycle in the world. Both a practical...

The family of a motorcyclist killed during a traffic accident have begun installing life-saving defibrillators at popular biking haunts, in an attempt to help save the lives of riders caught-up in any...

We love our #ride5000miles Facebook group. The online world can be a cruel place and we’ve carved out an enclave for us bikers to seek advice, share experiences or generally have a natter about life...

bikes for saleMany riders first experience two wheels by riding a 125 scooter. They’re cheap, practical and fun... and you can ride one with L-plates and a CBT from 17 years old. A scooter can also be a great...

Bikes for saleYamaha's 2008-2016 R6 ruled the supersport class since from its birth to its death (when it was updated for Euro4) thanks to its razor sharp handling and a screaming motor, complete with an updated...

Motorbike daredevil Evel Knievel would have turned 80 on Wednesday, October 17. He inspired generations of stunt riders and was a hero to many with his intoxicating blend of bravery and...

bikes for saleWhether you want a motorbike to tour Europe, blast some twisty B-roads at the weekend, commute to work or even a trackday, the Honda VFR800 has got you covered. Its 800cc V4 engine produces more grunt...

bikes for saleThe Kawasaki Ninja has been around in one form or another since 1984 and has spanned various engine sizes, cylinder formats and bike categories in that time; from a 125cc single to a 1200cc four and...

Triumph have released a fifth teaser video giving hints about their all-new 1200cc Scrambler ahead of the big-bore retro's full unveiling at a special Triumph launch event on October 24. The latest...

bikes for saleFirst launched in 2012, this version of the Yamaha R1 built on the already excellent 2009 model by adding six-stage traction control and a MotoGP-inspired slotted top yoke. The rear...

The sun is sinking low in the sky, casting golden light on the mountains around us. Beneath me the rear tyre of my fully loaded Honda Africa Twin is spinning wildly on the steep gravel trail, but in a...

A massive reduction in motorcycle crime in Edinburgh and surrounding areas is the result of an uprated police operation, according to Police Scotland. Between April and September 2018 there was a 60%...

Fancy a Triumph Bonneville Bobber Black with the rear wheel power of a Speed Triple and more torque than a Ducati Diavel? Well Triumph Glasgow have created the bike of your dreams and it could be...

bikes for saleThe word Vespa has almost become synonymous with scooters in the same way that Hoover is with vacuum cleaners or Jacuzzi with hot tubs. The classic Vespa design is so iconic that owners Piaggio have...

Japanese #ride5000miles enthusiast Kazuo Sakai is our furthest-flung member and he’s bidding to clock the 5000-mile mark on a variety of machinery which includes a Kawasaki Z250, a Honda CB400...

bikes for saleThe Yamaha MT-125 is the learner licence-friendly baby of a burgeoning model family. Designed to be the entry point for new riders before they move on to the A2 world of the Yamaha MT-03 and...

You are invited to the upcoming launch event of Triumph’s exciting new range-topping Scrambler 1200. The exclusive launch party will take place at the ExCel London on October 24 between 7:00pm –...

Bikes for saleSince its introduction in 2017, the Triumph Bonneville Bobber has been a huge hit. Combining post-war styling with modern day performance, the 1200cc Bobber goes, corners and steers like a decent...

The Kawasaki Z750 is an ideal naked middleweight for those looking for something capable of tackling the daily commute and scratching the weekend B-road blast. We decided to take a look back at the...

Kawasaki have released the first details of their 2019 ZX-6R, which features a raft of new electronics, as well as reworked styling. Retaining the firm’s 636cc inline-four engine, which first appeared...

Yamaha have been bossing the bottom end of the supersport market for years with their YZF-R125, and 2019 sees an even more radical new version of that model reach our shores – and now the firm has...

Norton are set to build a limited edition of 50 Commando 961 Street models, with the stunning new bike being officially unveiled tomorrow night at the Donington Hall factory. Born out of the vision of...

Bikes for saleThe Suzuki SV650 is a brilliant bike in any form. It’s more than fast enough to keep you interested on the road, makes a solid supertwin on the track and is a flickable traffic-beater in its naked...

Suzuki’s unveiling of the 2019 Katana at Intermot was a launch that divided opinion, with hundreds of thousands of people engaged in a global discussion surrounding its styling, features and whether...

A new bike manufacturer has broken its silence this morning, revealing that it will release its first new motorcycle at the Milan motorcycle show (EICMA) this November. Arc Vehicle are a brand-new...

Ducati have released a first teaser image for a new off-road model, promising further information will be released on October 12. Stay tuned: 12 October a new bike is coming! ⌚️11 am CEST ...

MCN ShopJust in case you need it, here are the top six highest-rated chain lubes on the MCN Shop... Wurth High Performance (500ml) around £9.69  Based on a wax formula, this dry Wurth lube promises...

MCN London showThe dust has not settled on our Ally Pally show and we're already looking forward to the 2019 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show.  2019 London show details More bikes: All the new 2019...

A new British electric scooter manufacturer, Zapp, has released the first teaser trailer of its i300 model, which is set to be launched in November, 2018. Watch the full video below Based in Hethel,...

The AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building 2018 has been won by a Russian builder for the first time. Zillers Garage took the title with their Yamaha SR400 based ‘Insomnia’ entry. UK...

mcn bikes for saleAlthough we’re fairly used to V4 road bikes these days, when the Honda VFR800 came onto the scene in 1998 they were generally the reserve of Grand Prix bikes or exotic, Japanese race-reps. MORE MCN...

Piaggo Group have started taking deposits of £550 for their Vespa Elettrica scooter online. The remaining balance of the £5999 price will be settled with a local dealer. MCN MODEL GUIDES Triumph...

BMW have teased what looks to be the new S1000RR in a short clip on their social media channels. There's not a lot to say abou the short clip in which a bike flashes past a static camera too quickly...

A European motorbike trip can be a great way to get some miles racked up towards your #ride5000miles total at any time of year; whether it's your summer holiday, a way to extend the riding season...

bikes for saleHarley-Davidson is a brand that polarises opinions. You either love this slice of apple pie America, or you detest everything it stands for. Irrespective of your point of view, there are a few...