2006

Year: 2006

Month: ALL

Overseas reader survey

12 August 2006

We’re aiming to make a series of changes and improvements to the biggest site in motorcycling, and we want to make sure we take as many of your opinions on board as possible, to ensure we give you the...

See BSB test for free

12 August 2006

You can watch the top British Superbike riders and teams prepare for the August Bank Holiday round of the championship, without paying a penny. Most of the major teams will be at the track on...

Red Dog open weekend

12 August 2006

Red Dog Motorcycles in Burgess Hill, Sussex are holding an open event this weekend with plenty of chances to grab a bargain. Rock up to the shop over the weekend and you’ll be able to get up to 15...

Bike lockers in car parks

12 August 2006

The first secure bike lockers are being tested in Sheffield Council’s car parks. The first three lockers have been installed in the Fitzwilliam Street car park and three additional lockers are planned...

Bikes on TV: Aug 16-23

12 August 2006

Each week we publish a list of events happening around the UK, and listings on motorcycling programmes on TV. This is the TV listing for the week beginning Wednesday, August 16 on. KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT – Discovery Real Time DRTE -Discovery Real Time Extra DSC – Discovery Channel MM – Men and Motors EXS – Extreme Sports Channel MOT – Motors TV, SS1 (2, 3 or X) – Sky Sports 1 (2,3 or Extra) EUR1 –...

New MCN - out August 16

12 August 2006

In MCN this week we’ve got great new pictures of the British-built 800 GP bike which is almost ready to race. The bike got it’s first official test at a private track in the Czech Republic and the...

Anti-speed bike petition

12 August 2006

MCN has ridden the government’s new anti-speeding bike and found the way it robs the rider of control to be potentially lethal. That’s why from this week we’re calling on them to: SCRAP IT NOW! MCN...

Urban Bike Fest 2006

05 August 2006

Rather than riding to a field in the middle of nowhere, this event celebrates urban bikers, springing up around the country, and takes place on the Enterprise Industrial Estate in South London on...

RfH Kiddimoto comp

05 August 2006

You could help raise £10,000 for the Riders for Health charity, and win a Kiddimoto toddler-friendly wooden bike. Ask you local bike dealer, club or pub to order a fundraising chart from the firm, and get donations of £1 per square. When the chart is returned, one entrant will win an exclusive Kiddimoto bike worth nearly £100. And everyone who returns a completed chart will also have a chance of...

Bikes on TV: August 9-16

05 August 2006

Each week we publish a list of events happening around the UK, and listings on motorcycling programmes on TV. This is the TV listing for the week beginning Wednesday, August 9 on. KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT – Discovery Real Time DRTE -Discovery Real Time Extra DSC – Discovery Channel MM – Men and Motors EXS – Extreme Sports Channel MOT – Motors TV, SS1 (2, 3 or X) – Sky Sports 1 (2,3 or Extra) EUR1 –...

Video: Aprilia SXV action

05 August 2006

Aprilias new SXV is the most radical supermoto yet and we’ve got exclusive video of one in action. While the likes of KTM, Honda and Yamaha carry on down the single-cylinder route Aprilia has shaken...

Sneak peak at babe vid

05 August 2006

You all enjoyed the first Bennetts Babes video so much that we made sure you got an exclusive sneak preview of the new one. We’ve got a clip of the new video a week before it goes live on the...

Bikers like bus lanes

05 August 2006

71% of bikers believe that they should be allowed to use bus lanes. according to a Bennetts biker survey released earlier. At the moment motorcyclists can only use certain bus lanes at certain times,...

Speed satellite control

05 August 2006

It emerged today that the real reason for the recent speed limit review was the intention to introduce satellite control of vehicle speeds. This system will be controlled by a small device attached...

Husky's 2007 price drop

05 August 2006

The prices of Husqvarnas will drop in 2007, with savings of up to £700 for the ‘on the road’ price of brand new models. The reductions have followed close collaboration with parent company MV Agusta...

Brands WSB interviews

05 August 2006

This week MCN’s Podcast Audio show comes live from Brands Hatch World Superbikes. We’ve got exclusive interviews with Kawasaki rider Chris Walker, BSB title contender Leon Haslam and Cal Crutchlow...

Arai at NEC Show

05 August 2006

The International Motorbike and Scooter Show, being held at the NEC on 27 October until 5 November, has had Arai sponsor the race paddock. For bikes for sale Click here For over 2,000 product reviews...

Question Honda's boss

05 August 2006

Ever wanted to ask Honda’s boss a question? Now’s your chance: MCN has been given the go-ahead to put reader questions to the main man Takeo Fukui. Fukui has been involved in some of the most...

What's on: Aug 9-16

05 August 2006

South West of England HILLCLIMB SATURDAY August 12 National Hillclimb Association, Losthwithal, Cornwall. 01278-786377 or www.nhca.co.uk. HILLCLIMB SUNDAY August 13 National Hillclimb Association, Losthwithal, Cornwall. 01278-786377 or www.nhca.co.uk. TRACK DAYS THURSDAY August 10 Fowlers Trackday, Castle Combe, Wiltshire. £125 www.castlecomberacing school.co.uk or 01249-782417. RIDING...

Sportcity gets 250cc

05 August 2006

Aprilia has now given the Sportcity scooter a boost with 250cc, fuel injection and bigger wheels for better handling. The Sportcity i.e. benefits from better acceleration and a higher top speed, as...

Top cop calls for bike ban

05 August 2006

North Wales Police Deputy Chief Constable Clive Wolfendale has called for motorcycles to be banned from national parks in his online blog. As if his anti-bike boss Richard Brunstrom wasn’t bad...

New MCN: Out August 9

05 August 2006

Every motorcyclist needs to read MCN this week to find out why the UK’s most experienced motorycle helmet tester has slammed the ECE 22-05 European standard as being flawed, as we also reveal the 2007...

Bikes on TV: August 2-9

01 August 2006

Each week we publish a list of events happening around the UK, and listings on motorcycling programmes on TV. This is the TV listing for the week beginning Wednesday, August 2 on. KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT – Discovery Real Time DRTE -Discovery Real Time Extra DSC – Discovery Channel MM – Men and Motors EXS – Extreme Sports Channel MOT – Motors TV, SS1 (2, 3 or X) – Sky Sports 1 (2,3 or Extra) EUR1 –...

What's On: August 2-9

01 August 2006

Scotland ROAD RACING SUNDAY August 6 Kirkcaldy & DMC Ltd, Knockhill, Fife. 01592-650871 or www.kdmc.co.uk or . RIDEOUTS SUNDAY August 6 Dam Bike Run & Social Event, Leadburn Inn Hotel, Penicuik, Midlothian. 01968-678337 or 01357-300332. RIDEOUTS Dumfries & Galloway Group of Advanced Motorcyclists, St Michaels Petrol Station, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway. 10am.

Rural limit rubbished

01 August 2006

Road safety groups have slammed calls from Direct Line for a lower rural speed limit. The Insurance firm has concluded that because 26 per cent of the drivers it surveyed admitted driving over the...

Are you going to Sturgis?

01 August 2006

Are you heading to the 66th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in America from August 7-13, 2006? More than 500,000 bikers are expected to descend on the Black Hills of South Dakota, enjoying excursions...

New MCN: Out August 2

01 August 2006

This week in MCN we test the UK’s fastest road bike – a 257mph Hayabusa. The Holeshot racing tuned Hayabusa makes 700bhp on the Dyno and it’s fully road legal. We also get an exclusive look at the...

Get set for Brands WSB

01 August 2006

The Brands Hatch round of the World Superbike championship kicks off on Friday August 4, 2006, and here’s where you’ll find all the information you’ll need to make it a great weekend. If you’re...

2006 Bulldog Bash

01 August 2006

The 20th annual Bulldog Bash takes place on August 10-13 at the Shakespeare County Raceway in Warwickshire, with the traditional mix of bikes, bands, booze, drag racing and half-naked ladies. For 2006 the headline bands include rock acts The Almighty, Pitchshifter, Hundred Reason and Paradise Lost, alongside a stage purely for the best unsigned bands in the UK. Quality bikes for sale: Click...

Royal Enfield investment

01 August 2006

Royal Enfield is preparing itself for major reinvestment. Eicher Group, parent company of Royal Enfield, is restructuring their business but plan to retain the majority share in Royal Enfield. It has...

Biker first aid in Bedford

01 August 2006

If you are in and around the Bedfor area and fancy attending a First Aid course specifically for motorcyclsists, you’ll need to attend on September 30, 2006. The course has been designed by St John...

MCN Mobile problems?

01 August 2006

If you encounter any problems when using the MCN Mobile service, we want to be able to help. The problems may be due to the type of phone you are using, the type of contract you are on, or even just...

Toseland book re-launch

01 August 2006

James Toseland will be autographing copies of his updated and revised autobiography at Brands Hatch on Saturday, August 5, 2006, as part of the World Superbike round. And he’ll also be staying late...

Harley riders raise £15k

29 July 2006

A total of £15,000 has been raised for charity by a group of 100 members of the Surrey Chapter of Harley-Davidson owners, who rode over 20 London bridges in one day. The bikes started at St Katherine’s Dock, by Tower Bridge, and finished in front of Hampton Court Palace, despite the ride taking place during a major heatwave. Quality bikes for sale: Click here. MCN and user bike reviews: Click...

Kawasaki Versys

29 July 2006

This is the new Kawasaki Versys 650, which takes the motor from the ER6 and adds a high seating position, upright handlebars, adjustable screen and taller suspension to cope with city potholes. The twin-cylinder motor gets around the compromises of single-cylinder supermotos and makes the bike a direct rival for a wide range of bikes used by daily commuters, new riders wanting something fun and...

Ducati network expands

29 July 2006

The UK network of Ducati dealers has expanded with new addition Clay Cross Powersports in Chesterfield. The dealership boasts nine workshop bays, a dedicated Ducati sales team, a full range of...