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Weekly wind-on: your roundup of the stories that mattered in motorbikes this week
05 March 2021 by
This week we’ve had a rush of new bike reviews, not least of which the brand new Kawasaki ZX-10R. There’s no doubting the Japanese firm’s track dominance with Jonathan Rea in WSB, but the road bike...
Have it your way: British firm creates customisable electric utility bike
05 March 2021 by
A startup electric bike firm based in West Yorkshire called Shed Rides have designed a modular electric bike system with almost infinite customisation possibilities. Related articles on MCN Swappable...
Double trouble: Updated Aprilia SX125 and RX125 are a learner's best friend
05 March 2021 by
Aprilia have announced internal updates to their learner friendly SX and RX125 for 2021, with both £3850 bikes receiving a fresh engine, improved instruments and claimed better fueling, thanks to a...
New Super Soco is super secure: Bargain scooter shows big brands how anti-theft tech is done
04 March 2021 by
Electric specialists Super Soco have unveiled a new scooter called the CUmini. The 50cc scooter equivalent is now the smallest model in the firm’s range with a 28mph top speed, 600W motor and...
Fans out of pocket as promised 2020 MotoGP ticket refunds still not delivered
04 March 2021 by
Frustrated MotoGP fans are still chasing refunds of hundreds of pounds for tickets booked through the official series website for the Covid-19 hit 2020 season. "The emails that you get in reply are of...
Aprilia release fresh images of 2021 RSV4 superbike range
04 March 2021 by
Aprilia are coming for the superbike crown in 2021 with an updated RSV4 range boasting more torque, fresh electronics, MotoGP-derived chassis parts and what we reckon is one of the best paintjobs in...
‘It shouldn’t be like this,’ says wife of biker seeking justice after suspect flees
03 March 2021 by
The family of a paramedic who was killed while riding her bike are still seeking justice more than two years after the suspect fled the country. Related articles on MCN Harry Dunn: Latest update on...
Swappable batteries on the horizon: Giants team up to make swap-in, swap-out battery packs a reality
02 March 2021 by
Honda, KTM, Piaggio and Yamaha have signed an agreement to create a ‘swappable batteries consortium’ with a view to standardising batteries in electric bikes. Battery standardisation has been one of...
Coronavirus update: Staged relaxing of lockdown opens up a world of biking opportunities
01 March 2021 by
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has revealed a provisional schedule of steadily reducing coronavirus restrictions for England that will allow the return to biking freedom not known since March 2020. The...
Raising money and a smile! #R5k members get ready for charity missions
01 March 2021 by
Generous members of MCN’s #ride5000miles campaign are gearing up for some high-mileage charity antics as soon as lockdown restrictions ease. With many organisations experiencing hardship, after seeing...
New Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX spied testing with host of new tech
26 February 2021 by
Spyshots have emerged that show Kawasaki testing a new H2 SX SE+ that’s packed to the rafters with new tech. Related articles on MCN 2018 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX bike review Kawasaki ZX-6R and H2 family...
Whatever happened to Buell Motorcycles?
25 February 2021 by
Founded by the charismatic engineer Erik Buell, Buell carved out a reputation for performance machines wildly at odds with what you’d expect from an American bike. They were light, quick steering and...
Buell are back! Adventure bikes, tourers and off roaders to follow 1190 revival
25 February 2021 by
Buell motorcycles are returning to production with the company planning to launch 10 models by 2024. The Buell name has been silent since 2009, when the company was closed by then owners...
New KTM 1290 Super Adventure R is a globe-trotting rally raider
23 February 2021 by
KTM are launching an assault on the 2021 large-capacity adventure bike class, revealing a new off-road-centric 1290 Super Adventure R just a month on from the launch of their more road-biased S...
Super Soco TC Wanderer gets a splash of retro charm
23 February 2021 by
Super Soco have added a new TC model for 2021 with an impressive range and a retro styling update. Related articles on MCN Best electric motorbikes of 2020 Super Soco CUmini is super secure Euro...
Gone hunting: Super Soco TS Street Hunter takes aim at commuters
23 February 2021 by
Lightwieght electric specialists Super Soco have updated their range for 2021 including this sporty TS Street Hunter model. Related articles on MCN Best electric motorbikes of 2020 Cake Kalk AP helps...
Government intends to scrap ‘Vnuk’ law
23 February 2021 by
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced plans to scrap the controversial ‘Vnuk’ motor insurance law. The Vnuk law was introduced across the EU following a ruling by the European Court of...
Refined classics: Triumph Bonneville family updated with new engines, better brakes and more
23 February 2021 by
Triumph have updated their modern classics range for 2021 with new engines, improved brakes and better suspension. Related articles on MCN 2021 Triumph Tiger 850 Sport review 2021 Triumph Speed...
Harley-Davidson turn the adventure bike market on its head with the new Pan America
22 February 2021 by
Harley-Davidson have revealed the full details of their Pan America adventure bike – and it has the potential to knock the crown off the GS’s head. The Pan America isn’t just one of the most advanced...
Project bikes prepped for post-lockdown #ride5000miles fun
22 February 2021 by
Mechanically savvy members of MCN’s #ride5000miles community have been putting their skills to the test by completing winter projects, ready to start piling on the miles once restrictions...
Interest in collectable bikes climbs during Covid
19 February 2021 by
If you’ve ever lusted after a homologation special, or dreamed of owning a tidy two-stroke, time could be running out – with sellers of rare and collectable machines noting an increased appetite...
First 2021 Indian Chief custom boasts show and go
18 February 2021 by
Ex-motorcross pro Carey Hart has customised the new Indian Chief to stunning effect, turning it from a mild-mannered cruiser into a wild-eyed West Coast brawler. Related articles on MCN 2021 Indian...
Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling announces new 2021 dates
18 February 2021 by
MCN Festival As the world continues to battle the devastating impact of Covid-19 on our personal and business lives, the MCN events team has taken the difficult but necessary decision to postpone the Devitt MCN...
Supersport gap filler: Yamaha MT-07 dresses up to replace R6
17 February 2021 by
Yamaha are working on a faired MT-07 to fill the gap left by the outgoing R6 according to sources in Japan. Rumours of a new model have been circulating for some time but the latest information...
Supercharged stealth bomber: First blacked-out Bimota Tesi H2 Carbon to arrive in the UK in March
17 February 2021 by
Bimota’s supercharged Tesi H2 is receiving the Henry Ford treatment, with a blacked-out 'Carbon' edition arriving on UK shores in March. Beneath the new livery lies the same hub-steering Italian...
Harry Dunn: Judge dismisses Sacoolas objections
17 February 2021 by
A judge has ruled that Harry Dunn’s family can pursue a civil claim against his alleged killer Anne Sacoolas. Sacoolas has admitted that she was behind the wheel of the car that struck the teenage...
Limited edition Ducati-powered Bimota Tesi 3Ds go up for sale
17 February 2021 by
Thought the Kawasaki Ninja H2-powered Tesi H2 was the only funny-front-ended new Bimota currently on sale? Think again. Three new Ducati-powered Bimota Tesi 3D Naked Edizione Finales have gone on sale...
Carnet confusion hits travel: Leaving the EU reveals new hidden costs to move bikes
17 February 2021 by
Owners who take their machines into Europe will require a carnet in certain circumstances now that Britain has left the EU. Related articles on MCN Brexit woes for bike thieves Hidden charges when...
Aprilia Tuono 660 fully unveiled in launch video
16 February 2021 by
Aprilia have officially unveiled their Tuono 660 model with a YouTube video (below) showing the £9700, 94bhp parallel-twin from all angles. Following in the footsteps of the RS660 sportsbike, which...
Aprilia raise the trophy: Single-make series will showcase new RS660 sportsbike
15 February 2021 by
Aprilia’s new RS660 looks poised to trigger a supersport renaissance with its 99bhp twin-cylinder engine and pinpoint handling combined with real-world practicality. Related articles on MCN Aprilia...
New dog, new tricks: The surprising new tech that makes the Ural Ranger tick
12 February 2021 by
Ural have not only overhauled their Ranger sidecar outfit to meet all the latest emissions regulations but they’ve delivered a sidecar first: two-wheel drive for a left-handed rig. Related articles on...
Moto Guzzi V7 gets compete overhaul for 2021
12 February 2021 by
The ever-popular entry level Moto Guzzi V7 is has been refreshed for 2021 with a new engine, drivetrain and even some new tech. Related articles on MCN Harley-Davidson Pan America will be...
Is filtering getting risky? Study says cutting through jams means 12% more crashes
12 February 2021 by
An experiment conducted in France to test the safety of filtering has delivered "disappointing" results with the report showing a significant increase in accidents. Filtering isn’t regulated in French...
Langen share dyno run video of 250cc two-stroke café racer
11 February 2021 by
Langen are getting closer to the production stage for their UK-built 250cc two-stroke machine and they've shared a video of the bike on a dyno. We'll have more information on the bike coing soon but...
Euro5 Royal Enfield Himalayan gets stronger luggage racks and in-built sat nav
11 February 2021 by
Royal Enfield have updated the Himalayan for 2021 with a collection of small updates to improve the overall riding experience. The Himalayan has been a runaway success since it first launched in 2016,...
Revised MV Agusta Dragster RR gets dash of practicality
11 February 2021 by
MV Agusta have updated the bad boy of the range, the Dragster RR with a new engine, chassis and electronics suite to match the new Brutale. MV say the goal is to improve the comfort and riding...