Acumen new HID lighting system 18 January 2008 by Liam Marsden Acumen have released a new HID (High Intensity Discharge) system, built specifically for motorcycles. It's 35W bulb uses the same technology as floodlights and is claimed to be twice as powerful as... Read more ...
BOS B-King exhausts 18 January 2008 by Liam Marsden BOS exhausts of the Netherlands have created a pair of aftermarket exhausts for Suzuki's new B-King. The twin exhausts are E-marked, which means they are road legal, but they also come with a... Read more ...
KNOX chest protector 17 January 2008 by Liam Marsden British protection specialists KNOX have responded to a recent MAID survey with the release of their chest protector. The MAID survey showed that 27% of chest injuries are critical, compared to only... Read more ...
Work for MCN! 17 January 2008 by MCN Motor Cycle News is looking for an ultra-talented sub editor to join its multiple award-winning team. You must be able to demonstrate creative subbing skill, write eye-catching headlines,... Read more ...
California Superbike School rained off - in a big way! 17 January 2008 by Ben Purvis The first California Superbike School event of 2008 suffered a dampener when the track got waterlogged. But this wasn't in the UK, or even America, but scorching Dubai! Organiser Andy Ibbott told MCN:... Read more ...
A little bit of R + R 16 January 2008 by damian crummey Here's Kevin, Damian and Alan getting a bit of R+R (reading and riding) in the mountains near Malaga, Spain last week. Read more ...
Start as you mean to go on 16 January 2008 by Jason Acton Here is my 2 month old son, Jude, starting as he means to go on! Read more ...
Council get motorcycles to maintain roads 16 January 2008 by Liam Marsden Worcestershire County Council have started using BMW R1200GS motorcycles to respond quickly to minor defects on the roads, such as potholes. Highways Liaison Officers Steve Murch said, “We look after... Read more ...
0% finance and free luggage on Aprilia Shiver 16 January 2008 by Liam Marsden Aprilia have announced a 0% finance deal on all new Aprilia Shivers bought from official dealers before the end of February and registered on the road before March 3rd. The offer is available with... Read more ...
Bikes on TV: January 16 - 22 16 January 2008 by Alison Silcox KEY TO CHANNELS: DRT - Discovery Real Time DRTE -Discovery Real Time Extra DSC - Discovery Channel DHD - Discovery Channel HD EXS - Extreme Sports Channel MM - Men and Motors... Read more ...
Gallery: Triumph Thruxton special 16 January 2008 by Angus Farquhar Who needs the latest Japanese rocketship when British-built bikes can be as fun and fast as this. MCN man Michael Neeves got to ride this stunning Triumph Thruxton custom motorcycle from owner Robert... Read more ...
Gallery: Amazing Roland Sands Ducati Hypermotard custom 16 January 2008 by Rob Hull Believe it or not but this hooligan-looking machine started life as a sophisticated specimen out of the Ducati factory in Bologna as a standard Hypermotard. But once US customising legend Roland... Read more ...
Christian Pfeiffer tests Husqvarna supermoto 16 January 2008 by Chris Newbigging Stunt rider Christian Pfeiffer has tested a Husqvarna supermoto with a view to riding it alongside his BMW F800S in stunt competitions and displays. Click here to see how Christian Pfeiffer faired in Stunt Wars Husqvarna was purchased byBMW from the MV Agusta group last year autumn, opening the Italian off-road and supermoto motorcycle range up to Pfeiffer, who is contracted to ride... Read more ...
Win £500 worth of KTM kit 16 January 2008 by MCN News Desk MCN has teamed up with KTM to give away over £500 worth of the 2008 Powerwear range for the price of a text message. A £250 Leather Jacket is the top item out of the lot. It’s a casual wear jacket... Read more ...
Video: Suzuki B-King Micron exhausts 16 January 2008 by Liam Marsden Here is video footage of Micron's new replacement exhausts for the new Suzuki B-King. The exhausts give claimed improvements of 7bhp and an extra 5.8ftlb of torque and come in either matt black or satin, and both have carbon fibre end-caps and side panels. Shop for motorcycle products: compare prices on 1000s of motorcycle parts and clothing The satin exhaust costs £695 and the matt black... Read more ...
You attack us on daytime tv - and don't expect us to attack back?! 16 January 2008 by Jesta The public display Fiona Phillips did on TV was out of line. I doubt she'll have got more than a slap on the wrist for it either. If she wants to attack a LARGE community of people on... Read more ...
Buell Ulysses police bike 15 January 2008 by Paul France Saw this at Shaw Harley Davidson & Buell Show in Eastbourne at the weekend.The Buell Ulysses will be soon be on patrol in Sussex. The local Traffic Section also have an unmarked Fireblade... Read more ...
MCN at the Empire State building 15 January 2008 by rabw8814 Hi, here`s a photo of me at the top of the Empire State building on New Years day. Couldn't go without my copy of MCN though... Read more ...
MCN Daily 15/01/08: Your daily video motorcycle news 15 January 2008 by Angus Farquhar, Daniel Thornton In episode 27 of the MCN Daily motorcycle news show GMTV presenter Fiona Phillips lashes out at motorcycles, there's new luggage from Ventura, John McGuinness gets a ride for the North West 200 and Chris Vermeulen finally gets to ride with the number 7. Subscribe to this podcast with RSS Subscribe with iTunes Check out the video below to catch up with all the news in just three... Read more ...
Nick Sanders continues on Dakar route 15 January 2008 by Rob Hull Despite the cancellation of the 2008 Dakar Rally for fears of terrorist attacks en route, Nick Sanders and 35 paying bikers have continued their tour to Timbuktu. The original plan was to follow some... Read more ...
GMTV presenter’s bizarre outburst 15 January 2008 by MCN News Desk In a bizarre outburst on GMTV this morning (January 15), presenter Fiona Phillips said she received death threats from MCN readers . Following a debate on cyclists jumping red lights,... Read more ...
Ventura luggage sytems for European naked's 15 January 2008 by Liam Marsden Ventura luggage have released several luggage fitments for European-made naked bikes such as the Triumph Street Triple and Ducati S4R. The Ventura system is based around two L-brackets for a Pack Rack... Read more ...
Disabled and disappointed 14 January 2008 by DaveyBoi I am a biker with only a bike license as I wouldn't drive a car. Recently I became disabled, and after losing my bike to mechanical wear and tear and being unable to afford to repair it I sold it for the most I could get which was nowhere near what I had paid or spent on it. After selling I started to look around for another bike and looked on the Motability site... Read more ...
118mph police driving school head banned 14 January 2008 by MCN News Desk The former head of a police driving school has been banned from driving after being caught driving at 118mph on the M8 motorway. Click here to read of Merydydd Hughes' speeding case Paul Gee, now retired from Durham Constabulary, claimed he was carrying out a risk assessment for the force’s driving school on November 3 2006 when he was caught by a mobile speed camera at 118mph in a marked police... Read more ...
160,000 mile 250 13 January 2008 by Mark Powell It's all very well doing high mileage on big bikes but what about my brothers 250? He bought it in 1989 with 24,000 miles on the clock and it's now done 160,000! Not bad for a bike that cost him £150!... Read more ...
Let the Rabbit see the Dog! 13 January 2008 by Lincs Biker These are probably the best roads in the country and I happen to be one of the statistic's, when in 2007 when a car pulled across me on these roads and I was only doing 30mph. I appreciate the concern here but hidden cameras! Is this legal? Only a while ago they had to mark Gatso's yellow so we could see them, surely visual ones are more of a deterent? Come on, let the Rabbit see the Dog! It... Read more ...
25th december at sea 12 January 2008 by martin bishop The only read to have on christmas day at sea in the atlantic. Thanks, Bish Read more ...
The Long Way Back 11 January 2008 by jcmental The Northwest sports bike forum are planning a sponsored ride in aid of the Northwest air ambulance. Members from http://www.nwsportsbikeforum.co.uk are planing a long riding week end in order to raise money for their flying ambulance. The Long Way Back. The trip is taking place on the 8th,9th & 10th of August 2008 They plan to set off from Devils Bridge (Kirkby Lonsdale)and ride over to... Read more ...
Lower drink limit for motorcyclists 11 January 2008 by Steve Farrell Motorcyclists will face a lower legal alcohol limit than car drivers under new proposals. The limit for riders will drop from 80mg to just 20mg per 100 millilitres of blood in a move outlined by... Read more ...
MCN Babe entry 68: Ann Richer 11 January 2008 by MCN Name: Ann Richer Vital Stats: 34B Vote for Ann: By text: BABE68 to 84188* By email: BABE68 T&C's - You will be billed 50pence plus standard network charges for the SMS you send. This is not a... Read more ...
John Surtees 10 January 2008 by SCOOTA What I want to know is why didn't John Surtees get a knighthood when MCN wanted one for Valetino Rossi for his achievements? John did the same plus a F1 world championship. The only man ever to win world titles on two and four wheels at the top level. Stirling Moss got one for what not winning a World Championship. Read more ...
Infinity Motorcycles bargain motorcycle kit 10 January 2008 by Liam Marsden Infinity Motorcycles currently have a special deal, whereby motorcycle riders can get boots, gloves and a one-piece rainsuit for just £41! The equipment is called NBC (No Brand Clothing), and the... Read more ...
TNT lorry - Diesel filler cap hanging off 10 January 2008 by focusrich This morning whilst driving up the M1, I passed a line of trucks, and then in the car I noticed that smell we all dread when out on our bikes - Diesel. I have a keen nose for it when i'm out... Read more ...
Dustbin Ducati 10 January 2008 by Chris Newbigging You wouldn't believe it but the motorcycle underneath this bizarre hand beaten metal dustbin fairing is a Ducati Monster! The bizarre creation was seen being used by an untraced rider in the US,... Read more ...
Highways Agency’s wind warning for bikers 09 January 2008 by MCN The Highways Agency is warning motorcyclists to take extra care in high winds and rain over the course of tonight and tomorrow (January 9/10). Gale-force and severe gale-force winds are expected... Read more ...
2008 FIM Red Bull Motocross of Nations at Donington 09 January 2008 by Dave 2008 MXDN at DONINGTON ! 2008 FIM Red Bull Motocross of Nations in Donington Park FUNCHAL, 9 January 2008 Following the cancellation of the location Moneyglass Demesne due to lack of infrastructure and improvement to the venue, Youthstream and Donington Park found an agreement for the organization of the 2008 FIM Red Bull Motocross of Nations. Dr. Wolfgang Srb, CMS President, was delighted with... Read more ...