2011

Year: 2011

Month: ALL

Indian Sunoco Classic Racing Concept

25 November 2011 by Oberdan Bezzi

Here’s my design for an Indian concept motorcycle.

Meeting Zulfahmi Khairruddin in Malaysia

24 November 2011 by Dave Twigg

I went to Malaysia to visit family, accompanied by friend Mark. We went to Sepang as guests of SIC CEO Razlan, where we met Zulfahmi Khairruddin. It turned out to be a sad day for motorcycle...

2012 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade first ride!

24 November 2011 by MCN

The 20th anniversary Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade is currently being put through its paces at the Portimao circuit, Portugal by MCN chief road tester Trevor Franklin. This new model now comes with Showa...

Video: turn your kid's bike into a motorcycle!

24 November 2011 by Marc Abbott

Quite possibly the coolest thing you can ever put on your kid’s push bike. The Turbospoke, besides having the appearance of a motorcycle exhaust, emulates the noise of a bike exhaust by amplifying the...

New Bridgestone Hypersport S20 sports tyre

24 November 2011 by Marc Abbott

Bridgestone has launched a new sports tyre – the Hypersport S20 – designed for high-powered bikes, and which will sit alongside the BT-016 Pro and BT-016 in the firm’s sports tyre range. The new tyre...

Vintage Vespas at Motorcycle Live

24 November 2011 by Rich Mellor

A range of classic Vespas including a replica of the ‘Ace Face’ GS 160 from the film Quadrophenia are among the attractions at this week’s Motorcycle Live at the NEC. Gathered by Piaggio to celebrate...

Video: Motorcycle Live - Day Five

24 November 2011 by MCN

See highlights from the fifth day of Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham as we take a look at getting out on the open road and exploring the planet. There are plenty of new bikes on show capable...

Video: MCN Back off EU protest

23 November 2011 by MCN

Riders from the UK, France and Belgium rode to the European Commission headquarters in Brussels to protest over anti-tampering proposals under which tuning could become impossible and even...

A great day out in Brussels

23 November 2011 by belay2045

I traveled on North Sea ferries from Hull to Zeebruggee. The ride to Brussels was uneventful but finding my way around Brussels was a worry. It was great to see so many at the brilliant starting...

KTM drops prices for 2012

23 November 2011 by Rich Mellor

KTM has cut the prices on three of its 2012 models. The Austrian firm has reduced the price of the new 690 Duke and 2012 versions of its 990 Super Duke R and 990 Supermoto R. The Supermoto R is down...

Go on a cruise with Foggy!

23 November 2011 by MCN

WSB legend Carl Fogarty has teamed up with cruise specialists Cruise Holidays UK to offer Foggy fans a unique 9 night Winter Sun cruise around the Canary Islands. Events on-board the NCL Jade...

Father jailed after “foolish” ride with son

23 November 2011 by Rich Mellor

A father has been jailed after riding his dirt bike at 40mph across pavements, footpaths and roads – with his three-year-old son sitting on the tank. Ryan Ward, 23, was filmed by a police helicopter...

Honda NC700X first ride

23 November 2011 by MCN

Honda’s all-new NC700X is currently being put through its paces by MCN Chief Road Tester Trevor Franklin in Portugal. Here are his impressions so far: “Honda is promoting its new bike as a step up...

Brussels Protest

23 November 2011 by Max900

The day started off a bit crappy with a mixture of fog and rain for the run down to the tunnel but it improved as the ride progressed. I caught an earlier train which turned out to be an excellent...

Video: Motorcycle Live - Day Four

23 November 2011 by MCN

See highlights from the fourth day of Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham as we take a look at some of the cruisers on show. From the aggresive Ducati Diavel to more classic cruisers from the...

Conrad Leach Lucky 13 art auction

23 November 2011 by Gary Pinchin

The centerpiece of last week’s Rollerburn was the stunning ‘Lucky 13’ skate ramp artwork. It was painted by famed artist Conrad Leach and he is now going to auction the panel to raise money for the...

MCN's multinational protest reaches Brussels

22 November 2011 by Guy Procter

Riders from the UK, France and Belgium have arrived at the European Commission headquarters. MAG chairman Ian Mutch, the BMF’s government relations head Chris Hodder and MCN’s Steve Farrell have each...

New MCN November 23: Rossi convinced he can get back to winning ways

22 November 2011 by Liam Marsden

In this week’s issue of MCN, on sale Wednesday November 23, all the news and gossip from the Motorcycle Live show at the NEC in Birmingham. British bikes ruled Motorcycle Live over the opening...

Video: Motorcycle Live - Day Three

22 November 2011 by MCN

See highlights from the second day of Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham as we take a look at how easy it is to get on a bike. The show offers opportunities for youngsters and adults alike to...

Roland Sands 'Dirty Desmo': des-irable or des-ecration?

22 November 2011 by Guy Procter

Roland Sands recently took the brave/insane decision to accept a commission to streetfighter a Desmsedici RR. Or dirt tracker-it anyway, as is their wont where he lives. There’s no doubting the size...

Riders gather for MCN EU protest

22 November 2011 by Steve Farrell

Riders have started gathering at ports en route to Brussels take part in MCN’s protest over stifling EU measures for bikes. Protesters are due to meet near the European Commission headquarters before...

New MCN Sport November 24: Bike racing 2011 - the definitive review

21 November 2011 by MCN

The latest edition of MCN Sport goes on sale Thursday November 24 with the foreword from 2011 MotoGP champion Casey Stoner. We remember Marco Simoncelli, talk to Cal Crutchlow after his first season...

Yamaha price cut shock

21 November 2011 by Trevor Franklin

Yamaha has announced dramatic and favourable price reductions on five key 2012 models. The bikes are all 600cc plus and are from several classes including sports, adventure and roadster models. The...

Brit bikes steal show at Motorcycle Live

21 November 2011 by Steve Farrell

British bikes proved a massive hit at the NEC Motorcycle Live show last weekend thanks to stunning displays from Triumph, Norton, Metisse and Royal Enfield. Triumph led the way, with show-goers...

Video: Motorcycle Live - Day Two

21 November 2011 by MCN

See highlights from the second day of Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham as manufacturer’s detail their latest sports bike offerings; from the all-new Ducati 1199 Panigale, to the updated Suzuki...

Video: Motorcycle Live - Day One

19 November 2011 by MCN

Watch the video below for the highlights from the opening day of Motorcycle Live at the NEC in Birmingham, which was opened by Tech 3 Yamaha MotoGP rider Cal Crutchlow. Check back soon for more news &...

Suzuki reveals sub-£3500 Inazuma 250

19 November 2011 by Guy Procter

Suzuki has launched an all-new 250 called the Inazuma at the NEC show. An all-new 248cc parallel twin powers what Suzuki says is B-King-influenced design for newcomers and returning riders. No price,...

Revamped engine for latest Moto Guzzi V7s

18 November 2011 by Phil West

Moto Guzzi’s popular smaller V-twin range has received a complete makeover for 2012 – proving once again that parent Piaggio is investing heavily in reviving the historic marque. At last week’s Milan...

German police seek bike-hating bend boobytrapper

18 November 2011 by Guy Procter

German Police are appealing for information leading to the arrest of a bike-hating boobytrapper who’s been lacing bends with oil and gravel. There’s been a spate of what are thought to be deliberate...

Suzuki angrily terminates VW tie-up

18 November 2011 by Guy Procter

The dream of a GSX-R Passat or TDi Gladius is over. Suzuki has acrimoniously ended its partnership with VW. Chairman and CEO Osamu Suzuki’s statement is worth a read for anyone who has ever...

Adventure Map – motorcycle tours in France

17 November 2011 by MCN

You don’t need to fly across the globe to enjoy leaving it all behind on an adventure tour – there are some fantastic roads on offer just across the channel in the south of France. If you want to make...

Do we need electronic rider aids? You decide.

17 November 2011 by Michael Neeves

Hi, it’s Michael Neeves, Senior Road tester here and I’m looking for willing volunteers to help me with a road test feature. I would like to invite a couple of you to try some bikes fitted with and...

Ex-Manx Suzuki XR69 for sale

17 November 2011 by Jim Moore

This achingly-gorgeous Harris Performance XR69 is being offered for sale by long-time endurance race campaigners Alf’s Motorcycles in Worthing. The bike, which lapped the Isle of Man’s 37.73 Mountain...

Ducati's 848 Streetfighter overpowers Triumph Street Triple R

17 November 2011 by Trevor Franklin

Ducati say their Streetfighter 848 is suitable for riders who want Ducati’s legendary sports bike performance without the head down, arse up seating stance of a race replica. And our world first group...

‘Every rider should join MCN Brussels protest’

17 November 2011 by Steve Farrell

Riders’ rights groups have urged motorcyclists to join MCN’s Brussels protest ride as the day of the action approaches. We’re asking readers to meet us next Tuesday in Brussels, where we’re staging a...

Techy Kawasaki Versys 1000 is dark horse of class

17 November 2011 by Phil West

Despite its derivative styling and the impression of parts sourced from other bikes, Kawasaki’s new entrant into the adventure bike class is much more than a Z1000 in new clothes, MCN can now...