2010

Year: 2010

Month: ALL

Triumph Tiger 800XC first ride - "the bigger, burlier brother"

09 November 2010 by Phil West

Phil West is testing the XC adventure version of the Triumph Tiger in Spain and these are his first impressions. Triumph Tiger 800 first ride – ‘the ergonomics are spot on’ “Although mechanically...

Destination dealer: North City Triumph

09 November 2010 by MCN

ADVERTISING PROMOTION North City Triumph is an innovative family run business that prides itself in excellent customer service. Visit northcitytriumph.co.uk After five successful years representing...

2010 Ducati 1198SP - full review

09 November 2010 by James Keen

The 2010 Ducati 1198SP has been ridden and rated by MCN – you can read the full web review in the bike reviews section. Read the Ducati...

Sanglas S660 design

09 November 2010 by Oberdan Bezzi

Here’s my idea for the return of Sanglas.

Deal Day 2010 - Massive savings on subscriptions for one day only!

09 November 2010 by MCN

On Tuesday 9th November 2010 you can visit www.dealday2010.co.uk to make huge savings on subscriptions to a wide range of magazines – but act quick, the offers last for just one day only. Visit...

2011 KTM RC8R gets smoother and slicker

08 November 2010 by MCN

KTM is giving the RC8R its first significant update for 2011, with engine, suspension and cosmetic tweaks. The changes are intended to make the RC8R more competitive against revamped opposition such...

MV Agusta F3 voted “best in show”

08 November 2010 by Dan Aspel

MV Agusta’s eye-grabbing F3 was voted best bike at the Milan motorcycle show. 12,000 people voted in the poll, run by Italian site www.motociclismo.it, which resulted in a landslide victory for the...

Yamaha 660 TT Spirit

08 November 2010 by Oberdan Bezzi

My idea for the Yamaha 660 TT Spirit. It would have the spirit of a pure, old school off road bike.

New women's winter glove from Alpinestars

08 November 2010 by Marc Abbott

The new Stella WR-V Gore-Tex glove from Alpinestars is designed specifically designed for women. The Gore-Tex membrane insert is breathable and waterproof. There’s 5mm foam padding over the knuckles, stretch panels on top of fingers and thumb, and what the firm calls an “ultra-soft velour insulated lining”. They cost £69.95. More info: www.alpinestars.com or see MCN BikeShop section for local...

Enduro Classics Volume 2 on DVD

08 November 2010 by Marc Abbott

Check out some classic footage of some of the world’s greatest enduro events in this new DVD from Duke. It follows the story of the International Six Day Trial into the 1960s, with colour footage of...

Triumph Tiger 800 first ride - 'the ergonomics are spot on'

08 November 2010 by Phil West

Phil West is currently in Monserrat near Barcelona for the world press launch of the Triumph Tiger 800 and 800XC version. Video: Triumph Tiger 800 ridden This is what he has to say so far: “I’m...

Buy Lorenzo’s crystal helmet for £10,300

08 November 2010 by Dan Aspel

Jorge Lorenzo’s championship-winning, Swarovski crystal-encrusted helmet is on sale. The lavishly decorated Nolan X-802 is currently listed at £10,300 by the Italian branch of Nolan helmets. The...

Milan Show 2010

07 November 2010 by sewcharman

Robin finds out that the new Tiger 800 is the real deal at last. Had to go to the Milan Show to find it though!

Cooley-rep next for XR69 man

05 November 2010 by MCN

The re-creator of the Suzuki XR69 ‘80s-style works racers which stormed this year’s Manx classic is about to start on his next project – a replica of this glorious classic Yoshimura Suzuki endurance...

Milan bike show: Honda’s retro minimotos

05 November 2010 by Chris Newbigging

Never mind the CBR600F and Crossrunner – these exquisite minimotos were the bikes grabbing MCN’s attention on the Milan show Honda stand. The six bikes are mini-me versions of Honda road and race...

Used bikes of the week

05 November 2010 by Trevor Franklin

Every week we have over 1,000 bikes for sale online and in the paper. Look carefully and you can find gems at amazing prices. Browse bikes for sale Here’s my picks of the week to suit any...

The Right Line racing archive DVD

05 November 2010 by Marc Abbott

Narrated by Isle of Man TT winner Graham Walker, father of Murray, this film charts a biking career from trials to Grand Prix via motocross and club racing. It’s full of advice on racing – although...

2011 Honda CBR600F - full tech specs

05 November 2010 by James Keen

The new 2011 Honda CBR600F claims to offer near-sportsbike levels of performance in a useable, practical and pillion-friendly package. 2011 Honda CBR600F gallery 2011 Honda CBR600F – it’s...

2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer - full review

04 November 2010 by James Keen

The 2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer has been ridden and rated by MCN – you can read the full web review in the bike reviews section. Read the 2011 Moto Guzzi V7...

New QD exhaust system for Ducati Multistrada

04 November 2010 by Marc Abbott

This new QD full exhaust system comes with round cans and in a choice of titanium or carbon finish. The end caps are made from magnesium. Save £££s on motorcycle exhausts The makers say the...

2011 Honda CBR600F gallery

04 November 2010 by James Keen

Honda say they designed the 2011 CBR600F to have a “timeless elegance”, so it remains desirable and current for years to come. 2011 Honda CBR600F – it’s back! 2011 Honda CBR600F – full tech...

Milan bike show: New KTM 350 EXC-F Factory

04 November 2010 by Dan Aspel

This fuel-injected motocross bike is the new KTM 350 EXC-F Factory. Revealed at the Milan motorcycle show by off-road legend David Knight, KTM claims the 350cc DOHC single can manage the same output...

Video: 2011 Honda motorcycles at the Milan bike show

04 November 2010 by MCN

Honda have revealed a whole host of new 2011 motorcycles at the Milan bike show, including the Crossrunner, new CBR600F, Crosstourer concept and the CBR250R. Watch the video for a look at some of next...

MCN Man of the Year 2010: Voting now open

04 November 2010 by MCN

It’s been another golden year for world motorcycle racing, with a gaggle of outstanding riders vying for your vote in MCN’s Man of the Year competition. In MotoGP, Jorge Lorenzo stepped out of the...

Milan bike show: Honda New Mid Concept scooter

04 November 2010 by Dan Aspel

Honda has unveiled the New Mid Concept scooter at the Milan motorcycle show. Find a scooter for sale Aimed at taking on Yamaha’s TMax-led dominance of the performance scooter market, few technical...

Milan show video: Dainese road-going airbag

04 November 2010 by Marc Abbott

Dainese have released this video of their D-Air Street airbag system in testing at this week’s Milan bike show. For more details of this new technology, and the latest on the firm’s track day airbag...

Video: Aprilia Tuono V4 unveiled

03 November 2010 by MCN

Aprilia has revealed the finished Tuono V4 which is essentially a 162bhp version of the RSV4 superbike, without the fairing. Find an Aprilia Tuono for sale The new bike will be on sale in the UK...

Video: Kawasaki Z1000SX first ride - 'compelling blend of power, handling & comfort'

03 November 2010 by MCN

MCN’s world first ride on the Kawasaki Z1000SX has proved that the Z1000-based sports bike is everything aging sports bike fans were hoping for. Find a Kawasaki Z1000 for sale With the Z1000SX...

New Revit range revealed

03 November 2010 by Marc Abbott

The November 3 issue of MCN, on sale now, has the highlights of Revit’s new range for winter and next spring. Save £££s on motorcycle clothing Here, to whet your appetite, is the firm’s Defender...

Rizoma Moto2 kit for your bike

03 November 2010 by Marc Abbott

Italian masters of all things shiny, Rizoma, now sell the same lever guards as used by Moto2 world champ Toni Elias. Save cash on motorcycle products Available for most sports bikes, they are...

Neil Hodgson to join all-new MCN Revolution live action show!

03 November 2010 by MCN

Grand Prix, World Superbike and British Superbike legend Neil Hodgson is the latest star to join the elite band of superheroes at the new MCN live-action show next year. Book tickets now! Hodgson is...

Near theft experience in Greenwich

02 November 2010 by Anonymous

I parked my new Honda CBR600RR just opposite the Gypsy Moth pub next to the Cutty Sark in Greenwich to meet friends for a meal and a drink on Saturday 30 October. After a stroll in the market we headed towards the Gypsy Moth. I looked towards my pride and joy and saw two thugs standing next to my bike, they wore primark gear and had their helmets on. It took me a split second to realize they were...

2010

Triumph Tiger 800XC first ride - "the bigger, burlier brother"

Destination dealer: North City Triumph

2010 Ducati 1198SP - full review

Sanglas S660 design

Deal Day 2010 - Massive savings on subscriptions for one day only!

2011 KTM RC8R gets smoother and slicker

MV Agusta F3 voted “best in show”

Yamaha 660 TT Spirit

New women's winter glove from Alpinestars

Enduro Classics Volume 2 on DVD

Triumph Tiger 800 first ride - 'the ergonomics are spot on'

Buy Lorenzo’s crystal helmet for £10,300

Milan Show 2010

Cooley-rep next for XR69 man

Milan bike show: Honda’s retro minimotos

Top video picks of the week! - Nov 5th

Used bikes of the week

The Right Line racing archive DVD

2011 Honda CBR600F - full tech specs

2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer - full review

New QD exhaust system for Ducati Multistrada

2011 Honda CBR600F gallery

Milan bike show: New KTM 350 EXC-F Factory

Video: 2011 Honda motorcycles at the Milan bike show

MCN Man of the Year 2010: Voting now open

Milan bike show: Honda New Mid Concept scooter

Milan show video: Dainese road-going airbag

Video: Aprilia Tuono V4 unveiled

Video: Kawasaki Z1000SX first ride - 'compelling blend of power, handling & comfort'

New Revit range revealed

Rizoma Moto2 kit for your bike

Neil Hodgson to join all-new MCN Revolution live action show!

Near theft experience in Greenwich

New fork tubes from Tarozzi

Destination dealer: Jack Lilley

Milan bike show: Husqvarna Mille 3 concept