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NEC Show finishes

04 November 2006

The 2006 International Motorcycle and Scooter show has shut its doors to the public after 11 days and almost 150,000 visitors. Despite the number of show goers being down on last year at 144,870, the...

Diesel Problem Exposed

04 November 2006

MCN’s consumer king, Steve Farrell has been working into the small hours to track down the cause of a new diesel menace that is sweeping the UK. We’ll reveal all in next Wednesday’s MCN – and we’ll...

Trials with Dougie Lampkin

04 November 2006

VIP passes for the upcoming Indoor Trial at Sheffield Arena on Friday, December 29 have just gone on sale. But it’ll cost you nearly £100 to get your hands on one. If you want the ultimate Trials...

Crutchlow tries GP bike

04 November 2006

During the recent Rizla Suzuki and MotoGP testing at Valencia, new signing Cal Crutchlow had the chance to ride something even quicker than his BSB GSX-R1000 for next year. And you can see what...

Grant for bike charity

04 November 2006

The Disabled Motorcyclists Association has been awarded more than £4,000 by the National Lottery. The charity, which helps disabled riders by providing guidance, discounts and inspiration from other...

New MCN downloads

04 November 2006

MCN Mobile users can now get your hands on free downloads as part of a Valencia special. See behind the scenes action, exclusive video downloads. The freebies include Rossi in the French 125, clips of...

Video: '07 Sport Classics

04 November 2006

We’ve had the 2007 Ducati Sports Classics out on UK roads already and you can watch our exclusive video here. Click the screen below to watch the stunning bikes in action and hear MCN Road-Tester...

Tiger lacks excitement

04 November 2006

Rumours in the bike industry are rife Triumph’s brand new Tiger has received a record low interest from the public. MCN has received information claiming Triumph have next to no orders on the new...

Aprilia gets new partner

04 November 2006

Aprilia Motorcycles has just announced a strategic partnership with one of China’s largest motorcycle manufacturers, Jincheng Corporation. The Chinese company, who are also aligned with Devon...

Awards time at NEC

01 November 2006

Bennetts British Superbike Champion Ryuichi Kiyonari has confirmed he will be back to defend his title in 2007. The HM Plant Honda Rider made his announcement as he was crowned with his championship...

Speed camera v police

01 November 2006

The BMF has welcomed the call by the House of Commons Transport Select Committee for more road policing. However the group are not pleased by the argument for automatic vehicle speed control. This...

Flippin' great show

01 November 2006

The 2007 London Motorcycle Show has set the stage for a UK first – the first back flip ever performed in London! Top freestyle motocrosser Gary Taylor will be setting up his ramps to perform the...

Hyosung 2008 launch

01 November 2006

Hyosung has announced its GT650X concept bike is to go into production ready for 2008. The Korean manufacturers say this is more than just a stripped version of the GT650R sports bike. A 1000cc...

Aprilia secret is out

01 November 2006

Pictures of Aprilia’s 2007 range have been leaked weeks before their official launch. Riders can expect a new 750cc V-twin machine, which makes about 100bhp. This concept has also been developed into...

Arai auction for charity

01 November 2006

Arai goods signed by some of the world’s top riders will be auctioned off at the NEC on Sunday. The auction will raise funds for Riders for Health to supply bikes to aid workers in Africa. There are...

Stars delight fans

01 November 2006

Some familiar faces have paid a visit to the Yamaha stand at the NEC’s International Motorcycle and Scooter Show. New singing Troy Corser, who will be riding alongside Noriyuki Haga in the 2007 World...

Registration suggestion

01 November 2006

Biking groups have shown their disapproval to the idea of all motorbikes carrying number plates. MPs have suggested this idea to help solve address issues surrounding illegal use of mini and toy...

MAG recruit ex cop

01 November 2006

A former Chief Superintendent of North Yorkshire Police has begun his new role with the Motorcycle Action Group. David Short has joined MAG as head of their political campaigns section in the UK. ...

2007 MCN Diary offer

01 November 2006

MCN are giving our readers the chance to buy an exclusive diary with race dates and hints for 2007. The diary costs £5.99 and comes complete with a high quality leather cover. This ideal Christmas...