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Suzuki unveil A2-friendly GSX-S950 middleweight
16 June 2021 by
Suzuki have unveiled an A2-friendly version of their GSX-S model called the GSX-S950. The bike is based on the brand-new GSX-S1000 but is tuned for around 94bhp meaning it can be restricted to 47bhp...
MV Agusta unveil updated, easier to live with Brutale 800 RR
14 June 2021 by
The MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR is among the firm's most popular bikes, and it's been updated with a new engine, chassis and electronics suite. The idea, so MV say, is to keep things as fun and zippy as...
Benelli go touring: 1200GT reaches production and it’s on its way here
14 June 2021 by
Benelli’s long-awaited 1200GT – the first new big-capacity triple from the firm since the takeover by Qianjiang in 2005 – has gone on sale in China at a price that massively undercuts similarly-spec’d...
Honda Rebel 1100 incoming! Africa Twin-powered CMX1100 revealed
14 June 2021 by
With the all-new Honda Rebel 1100, the firm are re-entering the big-bore cruiser class in 202. It's a large-capacity version of their popular Rebel 500. As predicted by MCN back in April 2020,...
Triple threat: Zontes plan to use three-cylinder engine for large capacity models
14 June 2021 by
China have been producing small-capacity bikes for decades but the nation’s motorcycle industry has shifted gears recently to put an increasing focus on large multi-cylinder machines. Zontes are the...
BMW’s brave new CE 04 electric scooter spied in testing
09 June 2021 by
BMW are close to putting an all-new CE 04 into production and it looks pretty much identical to the concept bike that shocked the world a few years ago. The Concept Link’s transformation to production...
Two-stroke revolution beckons: Limited-run Langen Two Stroke passes MSVA test ahead of autumn production
09 June 2021 by
After two years of meticulous development, the first Langen Two Stroke model has been approved for UK roads, after passing a Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval (MSVA) test on Monday, June 7. Starting...
Refined brutality: MV Agusta unveil 2021 Brutale 1000 RR
09 June 2021 by
MV Agusta have revealed an updated version of their Brutale 1000 RR super naked for 2021 with Euro5 tweaks to the engine. The new Brutale also swaps the previous model’s Bosch cornering ABS control...
Room for a little One: Piaggio announce £2500 E-scooter aimed at teens
08 June 2021 by
Piaggio have unveiled a new electric scooter that’s specifically aimed at being an easy and affordable transport option for youngsters. Related articles on MCN Best electric motorcycles Swappable...
Get cross: Kawasaki off road range kicks off with one for the kids
07 June 2021 by
We are only halfway through 2021 but Kawasaki are already revealing their 2022 off-road range and there is something for everyone, regardless of age, experience and discipline. Related articles on...
Track-spec Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo goes on sale to the public
04 June 2021 by
Aprilia’s RS 660 has begun a supersport renaissance. Its 99bhp twin-cylinder engine and pin-sharp handling, combined with real-world practicality make perfect sense on our speed camera-saturated...
New Aprilia RS 125 and Tuono 125 unveiled
03 June 2021 by
Aprilia have unveiled fresh versions of their RS 125 and Tuono 125 models with updates including new styling, a reworked engine, fully digital dash readout and a new ECU. Related articles on...
Yamaha R7 impresses on track: Testers over the pond report good first impressions
02 June 2021 by
There’s an old joke that we’re always a few months behind the Americans when it comes to the latest trends and in the case of Yamaha’s R7, that’s literally the case. The exciting new middleweight twin...
Limited edition KTM 1290 Super Duke RR drops 9kg and is brimming with tech
02 June 2021 by
KTM have turned it up to 11 with their state of the art new 1290 Super Duke RR, taking the already formidable stock machine and stripping out every gram of fat while tuning the electronics to the...
Bikes don’t get much longer: Benda LFC 700 is almost as stretched as BMW R18
02 June 2021 by
Meet the LFC 700 from Chinese firm Benda. Unveiled as a concept under the name LF-01 last year, the production bike that’s due to make its debut this summer is set to be almost indistinguishable from...
2021 Triumph Speed Twin: Engine changes and chassis upgrades for popular retro
01 June 2021 by
Triumph have unveiled an updated version of their popular Speed Twin with a range of changes to the engine and suspension, plus a few subtle component upgrades. Related articles on MCN World's...
Seeing red: MV Agusta F3 800 Rosso unveiled
28 May 2021 by
MV Agusta have released the F3 800 Rosso: an entry level supersports bike from the Italian marque. Related articles on MCN Tech-laden MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 unveiled 2013 MV Agusta F3 800...
Yamaha E01 electric scooter concept set for reality
28 May 2021 by
It was back in 2019 that Yamaha took the wraps off their E01 concept scooter at the Tokyo Motor Show. Now, nearly two years on, a production version of the same bike is on the verge of being...
Talk to me, Goose: CCM Maverick is ready for off road adventure
27 May 2021 by
UK based CCM have released another bike into their popular Spitfire lineup, this time built for people who want to have fun off-road as well as on. The Maverick takes their tried and true formula,...
BMW bags more of the limelight: New R18-based baggers are fully-loaded for touring
26 May 2021 by
New spyshots have emerged that show BMW’s two new baggers are all-but finished. The models are based on the R18 cruiser and are believed to be called the Bagger and Transcontinental. Both build on the...
Spyshots: Road and track focused Ducati Multistrada V4 on the way
26 May 2021 by
Spyshots have emerged that show Ducati are testing a new version of the V4 Multistrada, which should be an even better performer on the black stuff. Rumours have been floating around of a...
MV aim to be Top Gun: 2021 Rush takes inspiration from fighter jets
20 May 2021 by
A new 2021 version of the MV Agusta Rush has been unveiled with a reworked engine and lean-sensitive electronics plus a fighter jet-inspired paintjob. Like the old bike, just 300 examples will be...
LiveWire is rewired: H-D’s electric bikes spun off into new company
19 May 2021 by
Harley-Davidson are launching a new all-electric motorcycle brand called LiveWire – taking the same name as their E-motorcycle. Related articles on MCN Harley-Davidson LiveWire review Harley-Davidson...
New 400 hpe Sport model joins Piaggio's MP3 line-up for 2021
18 May 2021 by
Piaggio have revitalised their three-wheeled MP3 scooter range to meet more stringent Euro5 regulations – offering three A2-compliant options between 278 and 493cc. The MP3 was the first-ever...
Andrea Dovizioso teams up with Italjet to develop incoming Dragster range
17 May 2021 by
Former 125cc world champion and MotoGP race winner Andrea Dovizioso has signed a deal with Italjet to help develop the space-age Dragster scooter range. The Italian firm revealed the unconventional...
Cineco electric maxi scoot could come in at £8000 below BMW’s C-Evolution
12 May 2021 by
Cineco have launched a battery maxi-scoot that sets a new standard for combining a long range with an attractive price. Developed as an alternative to a 300cc petrol bike, the E-RT3 shares its chassis...
Yamaha gets retro with new XSR125
11 May 2021 by
Yamaha have practically perfected the art of building a brilliant new bike and then creating loads of stylish spin-offs. They’ve done that with the MT-07 and MT-09 to great effect and now the XSR125...
Husqvarna reveal Vektorr electric scooter concept
10 May 2021 by
Husqvarna have unveiled another electric concept to add to their steadily growing 'e-mobility' quiver. The strangely named 'Vektorr' is designed to show us what Husky describe as a 'tantalising vision...
Husqvarna lead the charge towards swappable batteries for bikes
07 May 2021 by
Electric bikes have been meandering towards the mainstream for years but Husqvarna’s upcoming E-Pilen could be the first proper motorcycle to adopt a new standard for swappable batteries. That’s a big...
Say hello to the 2021 Honda Grom 125
06 May 2021 by
As expected, Honda’s cult, uber-cute MSX125 mini-bike is getting a significant update for 2021 – and this is the result: the all-new Honda Grom 125. First launched in 2014, the 1970s...
First ‘Chinese Norton’ debuts: Zongshen Cyclone RX6 is powered by 650 twin from the Atlas
04 May 2021 by
By now it should have been possible to buy Norton’s 650cc Atlas parallel twins – but the firm’s traumatic 2020 means the Chinese-made Zongshen Cyclone RX6 may actually be the first machine into...
Slice of classic Americana: Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Revival could put the swinging sixties in your garage
27 April 2021 by
Harley-Davidson have launched a new Icons Collection, starting with the Electra Glide Revival. The Icons Collection will be an ongoing project for Harley that will highlight classic American style...
Feel the Forza: bigger, faster and more tech-laden Honda Forza 125, 300 and 750
26 April 2021 by
Honda have unleashed a 2021 attack team in the small, mid and big-capacity scooter class as the Forza range gets a radical revamp. At the top of the tree is the Forza 750 which replaces the Integra.
CFMoto 800MT unveiled: Partnership with KTM results in Chinese brand’s first large capacity machine
26 April 2021 by
CFMoto have revealed their biggest bike yet, the first fruit of a deal with KTM which sees the Chinese brand use a variety of the Austrian firm’s motors. Related articles on MCN CFMoto 650GT...
Updated Suzuki GSX-S1000 gets engine, styling and spec boost for £10,999
26 April 2021 by
Suzuki have released this revamped version of its GSX-S1000, a naked which is more powerful, stylish and capable than ever before. 2021 Suzuki GSX-S1000 review The old GSX-S proved popular for many...
Piaggio celebrates 75 years of the Vespa with special editions
23 April 2021 by
Piaggio are celebrating the 75th anniversary of their iconic Vespa model with three special editions only available in 2021. Related articles from MCN The rise, fall and rise again of Aprilia:...