2017

Year: 2017

Month: ALL

Fancy a V8 drag racing bike?

26 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

Bonhams are auctioning off ‘the fastest bike in the world’ in Las Vegas The Bonhams Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction is rapidly approaching and we’ve covered a few other bikes up for sale before – Ewan...

Successful surgery for GB Olympic sprinter after motorcycle accident

26 January 2017 by James Archibald

James Ellington has had surgery after accident Sprinter James Ellington has had surgery after breaking his leg in two places along with his pelvis and also suffering a facial fracture following a...

The trip of a lifetime at 10 years old

26 January 2017 by James Archibald

Brothers rode across the States aged 14 and 10 Indian have been remembering the Abernathy brothers as part of their Be Legendary campaign, after they rode their motorcycle from Oklahoma to New York...

What to look forward to in 2017

26 January 2017 by MCN News

2016 is done. Finished. Stuff happened, some good, some bad. Forget about it, 2017 is here full of optimism, enthusiasm and packed to the eye balls with awesome biking moments. Below are the things...

New BMW R1200GS 'Exclusive' and 'Rallye' launch incoming!

26 January 2017 by Adam Child

MCN’s Adam Child is once again enjoying the delights of sunny Spain testing BMW’s new pair of 2017 R1200GS models – the ‘Exclusive’ and ‘Rallye’. BMW had already made the GS Euro4 compliant at the...

Mark yourself as a Kawasaki fan

26 January 2017 by James Archibald

New Kawasaki Sports clothing range If you’re an avid Kawasaki nut you’ll be delighted to hear that there is a new sports range of clothing from the manufacturer that will cover you from head to toe in...

Three QTech helmets recalled over safety warning

26 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

The QTech Q102, Q5005 and Q113 have all be recalled by the importer Cheshire East County council has been made aware of three models of helmet on sale in the area that have been recalled by the...

Danger, high voltage! Energica unveil 'electric streetfighter'

25 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

No, it’s not April 1st. This is a genuine new “electric streetfighter” from Italian electric bike manufacturer Energica and it’s called the Midnight Racer. The Midnight Racer is a customised Eva that...

7 reasons you should ride this week...

25 January 2017 by MCN News

We look at seven great events happening all over the country this week to make sure you get your motorcycle fix, whatever the weather. 1. Arenacross Round 4 Where SSE Arena, Belfast When January 27-28...

Gallery: MCN takes the new Blade on track

25 January 2017 by MCN News

Last weekend MCN Senior Road Tester Adam Child went out to Portugal to get the first riding impressions of the new Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade and SP version. Read what he thought here, watch the video...

Hideout Leather motorcycle clothing broken into

24 January 2017 by Dan Sutherland

Motorcycle clothing manufacturer Hideout Leather was broken into last week, with thieves stealing a variety of leather suits and jackets from their Ashdon-based site. One of the leather suits taken...

Poll: Will Rossi and Viñales stay friends if the young Spaniard gets the better of the goat?

24 January 2017 by MCN News

Will Rossi and Viñales stay friends if the young Spaniard gets the better of the goat? Looking for the perfect two-wheeled companion? Visit MCN Bikes For Sale website or use MCN’s Bikes For Sale...

Yamaha FZ25 debuts in India

24 January 2017 by Liam Marsden

Yamaha have taken the wraps off the FZ25, a single-cylinder naked bike which the firm hopes will push Yamaha to the top of the competitive small-capacity naked bike class in India. The engine in the...

In this week's issue: New Fireblade ridden

24 January 2017 by MCN News

It’s #MCNWednesday again and in this week’s issue we ride the new Honda Fireblade and Fireblade SP at the launch in Portimao. Senior Road Tester Adam ‘Chad’ Child was able to put both models through...

Brits take on the Aussies at Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show

23 January 2017 by Dan Sutherland

The UK will be doing battle with Australia at the Carole Nash MCN Motorcycle London Show next month as part of the live-action race series, Slide. A variety of racing stars from the roads, short...

Video: Officer dances while riding (standing) on bike seat

23 January 2017 by Dan Sutherland

Quick the day job? Probably an option for this officer. A video has emerged online showing what is thought to be a police motorcyclist dancing along the road stood on the seat of his bike. TOP...

Riding clinic: Building on the experience of others

22 January 2017 by Rupert Paul

Just over 28 years ago I bought a really sharp kitchen knife. It cut veg well, and for the first few years it also cut my fingers. But eventually I learned to apply the right amount of concentration...

20 questions with John Reynolds

21 January 2017 by MCN News

We sat down with three-time BSB champion and development rider John Reynolds to ask 20 quick questions. Q1. What are you riding? I’ve been developing Suzuki’s new GSX-R1000. Q2. Which living rider do...

Honda Fireblade Launch: First Impressions

21 January 2017 by MCN News

Senior Road Tester Adam ‘Chad’ Child is out in Portimao getting a first taste of Honda’s all new CBR1000RR Fireblade. Across the day, we’ll be riding both the ‘RR’ standard version and SP model, with...

This week in news...

21 January 2017 by MCN News

What every Saturday needs: This week in motorcycle news looked a bit like this… Spyder’s web spreads wider Motorcycle hire and touring firm Spyder Motorcycles have just added the all-new Triumph...

Yamaha R6 UK pricing announced

20 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

The UK pricing for the Yamaha R6 has just been revealed alongside TMAX and TMAX DX Yamaha has announced the price of the 2017 R6 – are you sitting down? It starts at £10,999. While that might be a...

Three beautiful Ducati 750s up for auction

20 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

Bonhams are auctioning three achingly beautiful Ducati 750s from the early 1970s In 40 years’ time will we look back at the latest crop of MotoGP bikes with the sort of reverie we do now? Perhaps not,...

Never get stranded again #ride5000miles

20 January 2017 by MCN News

Nine easy tips that could save you from a long, dark wait for the recovery man. Killswitch killjoy Even with the best maintenance, breakdowns can strike at any time and leave you stranded at the...

Riders Share – Airbnb for motorcycles

20 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

Ride sharing website allows users to rent out their motorcycles to other riders for significantly less than usual If you’re not familiar with it, Airbnb has taken the rental world by storm. The...

The best finance offers on super commuters

20 January 2017 by MCN News

Personal Contract Purchase now finances 20-30% of all new bikes sold in the UK, and it’s growing fast. But it might not be right for you, so make sure you understand what it is and how it works. You...

New Honda Fireblade & Fireblade SP launch incoming!

20 January 2017 by Adam Child

MCN’s Senior Road tester Adam Child is the lucky one flying to Portugal to ride the new Honda Fireblade and Fireblade SP on track at Portimao this weekend. And also on test will be Dan Linfoot, Jason...

American trade body proposes 100% import tax on European motorcycles

19 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

The Office of US Trade Representatives is currently looking at a 100% import tax for European motorcycles between 50 and 500cc With Brexit coverage overshadowing our daily news coverage, many of us...

Stoner, Checa and Capirossi Desmos fire up at London show

19 January 2017 by Ped Baker

There’s nothing quite like standing next to a Grand Prix machine as it fires up. It’s a spine tingling, goose bump inducing, eardrum rattling explosion of the senses. For most of us it’s the closest...

Honda Fireblade prices leaked by dealers

19 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

The prices for the standard Honda Fireblade and SP models have leaked online Honda have been playing their financial cards close to their chest with their 2017 models and at this later stage they are...

GB Olympian left with ‘career-ending’ injuries after bike crash

18 January 2017 by Jordan Gibbons

James Ellington was riding in Tenerife when he was struck by a vehicle on the wrong side of the road. Sprinter James Ellington, who represented Great Britain at the Rio 2016 Olympics, has had a...

7 brilliant reasons to ride this week

18 January 2017 by MCN News

Seven days and seven brilliant reasons to ride this week. Which will you be attending/are interested in? 1. The Adventure Travel Show Where: Olympia, London When: January 21-22, 9am-6pm...

Poll: Guy’s back at the TT with a Honda. Can he win?

18 January 2017 by MCN News

If you haven’t heard, Guy Martin is making a return to the TT, after signing a new deal with Honda. But what we want to know is, do you think he can win now? Guy’s back at the TT with a Honda. Can...

In this week's issue: Guy Martin signs for Honda

18 January 2017 by MCN News

It’s #MCNWednesday again and in this week’s issue we reveal Guy Martin’s new deal to partner John McGuinness at Honda for the TT in 2017. The popular racer and TV star will be going all out to win...

Reserve a Yamaha XSR900 Abarth today!

17 January 2017 by Dan Sutherland

The online registration system for the exclusive Yamaha XSR900 Abarth will go live today from 4pm. Customers from across Europe will be able to register for the first 95 bikes at www.xsr900-abarth.eu...

There's no stopping 91-year-old Gloria Tramontin-Struck

17 January 2017 by Tom West

Generally speaking, you probably wouldn’t expect 90-year-olds to celebrate their birthdays at motorcycle conventions. You probably wouldn’t expect them to stay glued to bikes to get around either.

Record-busting year for Ducati

17 January 2017 by Tom West

Ducati’s big-selling Scrambler range has helped the firm hit record sales figures as they wrap-up their 90th anniversary celebrations. Delivering a record-breaking 55,451 motorcycles to customers all...