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There's a glimmer of hope in August's motorbike registration data- but it may be too little too late

Today 12:40 by Nye Davis

The UK motorcycle market showed further tentative signs of recovery during August, with data showing that registrations are now the closest yet to the numbers achieved in 2024. Despite the...

Honda WN7 electric motorcycle set to arrive in the UK dealers from early 2026 priced at £12,999

Today 11:55 by Dan Sutherland

Honda have given further details on their first-ever large-capacity electric motorcycle, confirming the name as WN7, and launching with a UK price of £12,999 OTR. Known previously as the EV Fun...

One lucky MCN reader has bagged themselves a brand-new Suzuki GSX-8R sportsbike with MCN Compare

Yesterday 17:18 by Dan Sutherland

An MCN reader from Milton Keynes has bagged himself a brand-new Suzuki GSX-8R sportsbike and a bundle of free Furygan riding kit – all by simply getting an insurance quote online with MCN...

Multiple World Superbike champions compete in annual Goodwood Revival historic race meeting

15 September 2025 by James Charman

Stars of superbike racing past and present were out in force this past weekend as the annual Goodwood Revival once again provided a window to a bygone era of motorcycle racing. While the weather...

Yamaha celebration at Cadwell Park for 70th anniversary in late September

15 September 2025 by Phil West

Yamaha’s 70th anniversary will be celebrated at Cadwell Park later this month, with classic bikes, demo rides, trials displays and on-track action across two days of-packed fun. The event, which is...

Ducati unleash 180bhp Diavel V4 RS muscle cruiser with Panigale powerplant and 0-62mph in 2.5s

12 September 2025 by Nye Davis

Ducati have pulled the wraps off their most powerful muscle cruiser yet, introducing the new Diavel V4 RS, which is set to hit European dealers by the end of this year. Forming the crème de la...

Ducati launch superbike powered 2026 Multistrada V4 RS said to be ‘most exciting Multistrada ever’

12 September 2025 by Nye Davis

Alongside the reveal of the brawny new Diavel V4 RS, Ducati have pulled the covers off a refreshed Multistrada V4 RS, which the Bologna firm are describing as the “most exciting Multistrada ever...

Incoming modular motorcycle helmet filters out harmful pollutants as you ride

12 September 2025 by Nye Davis

Spanish startup Zyon are shaking up the world of helmet design, creating a new lid that promises not just crash protection, but a healthier ride, too. Their debut modular helmet, now open for...

Local dealership donates KTM 790 Adventure to RTW motorcyclist stranded after Nottingham bike theft

12 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

A motorcycle dealership in Mansfield Woodhouse has kindly donated a KTM 790 Adventure to a round-the-world motorcycle rider stranded in England, after his KTM 390 Adventure was stolen in Nottingham.

KTM push 1390 Super Duke GT to 2027 and confirm plans for other delayed models

11 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

KTM have finally confirmed the production start dates for their missing larger capacity models first seen at the back end of 2024 – with assembly beginning on many machines later this year, and the...

British electric firm Maeving secure £11million funding boost to expand US business and further R&D

11 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

British urban electric motorcycle firm Maeving have secured £11million in Series A funding to help increase their presence in foreign markets. Investors included the co-founder of jewellery firm...

Motorcycle Industry Association raise concerns as first autonomous vehicle trials planned for 2026

11 September 2025 by Phil West

The Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) are the latest UK biking organisation to express safety concerns over the Government’s accelerated plans to introduce ‘driverless’ Autonomous Vehicles...

Pope Leo XIV gives blessing to one-off BMW R18 Transcontinental cruiser

11 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Pope Leo XIV has been presented with a one-off BMW R18 Transcontinental cruiser during a special celebratory event at the Vatican. The all-white full dresser features the country’s coat of arms...

Thame Museum honours local Velocette racer with special exhibition

11 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Thame Museum in Oxfordshire is honouring the life and career of local businessman, road racer, and Velocette specialist, Ralph Seymour. The R F Seymour Exhibition began on Saturday, September 6 and...

Arrest made as search continues for KTM 390 Adventure stolen from round the world motorcyclist

10 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Nottinghamshire Police have confirmed that an arrest has been made after a round-the-world traveller’s KTM 390 Adventure was stolen in the city following 15,000 miles and almost four months of global...

Chinese motorcycle manufacturer Benda are launching a new Dark Flag 950 V4 cruiser

10 September 2025 by Ben Purvis

Benda might be newcomers to the UK market, but they’ve already carved an enviable reputation in their Chinese homeland for bold styling and technical innovation. The firm’s new Dark Flag 950 adds...

Here's how KTM built the world's most powerful single-cylinder engine for a road-legal motorcycle

10 September 2025 by Nye Davis

KTM are bidding to reclaim the single-cylinder performance crown – edging Ducati out of their short-lived time at the top with a revised LC4 motor that promises to not only offer more punch than ever,...

Stark Future teaser video confirms plans for electric adventure bike, sportsbike, and supermoto soon

09 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Spanish electric motorcycle specialists Stark Future have released a near eight-minute film on YouTube, revealing a detailed upcoming road bike plan – including the names of some new models. The...

Striking new four-cylinder CFMoto 750SR-S aims to be a VFR-style all-rounder

08 September 2025 by Ben Purvis

Chinese bikes have made huge leaps over recent years with CFMoto’s three-cylinder 675SR-R leading the charge against Japanese and European brands. Now the company have gone one further, launching the...

National Motorcycle Museum welcomes hundreds of riders for free MCN 70th birthday celebration

08 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

Hundreds of bikers descended on the National Motorcycle Museum this past weekend to help celebrate 70 years of MCN – enjoying a special free-to-attend event featuring race bike start-ups, test rides,...

Aprilia reveal £77k RSV4 X-GP with MotoGP aero, 235bhp SBK spec motor and just 30 units worldwide

08 September 2025 by Nye Davis

Aprilia have marked their 10-year MotoGP anniversary with the reveal of their most extreme customer bike yet – the €90,000 (around £77,000) plus VAT RSV4 X-GP. Available from September, the...

Actor Charlie Dale finishes 100 café charity ride with biker stars to support brain injury cause

04 September 2025 by Saffron Wilson

On Wednesday September 3, actor Charlie Dale finalised the Shaun’s TT100 charity ride with a get together at the Bike Shed in London along with some celebrity pals. Charlie embarked on a mission to...

Local enduro ace Billy Bolt takes victory at second Red Bull Tyne Ride in Newcastle

04 September 2025 by Nye Davis

The second annual Red Bull Tyne Ride drew big crowds to Newcastle’s Quayside, which saw local lad Billy Bolt clinch victory, pipping last year’s victor Jonny Walker in the final heat. Thousands of...

Honda launch second teaser for EV Fun electric motorcycle concept showing it ridden on the road

04 September 2025 by Phil West

These are the latest pictures of Honda’s hugely anticipated, first full-size electric motorcycle which is scheduled to be fully unveiled this autumn. Dubbed the ‘EV Fun Concept’ the new...

Imps Motorcycle Display Team closes after 50 years following internal review

04 September 2025 by Nye Davis

The Imps Motorcycle Display Team will close permanently after more than half a century of inspiring young riders, following a decision by trustees this week. A statement confirmed the move,...

Race winning Ducati MotoGP bike ridden by Andrea Dovizioso up for grabs in upcoming auction

04 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

A race-winning Ducati MotoGP bike ridden by Andrea Dovizioso in the 2019 Grand Prix world championship is going up for auction in England later this year. Finishing second that season behind the...

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04 September 2025 by Emma Franklin

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BSA bosses put a pause on electric plans for now as orders for new Bantam 350 skyrocket in the UK

03 September 2025 by Nye Davis and Justin Hayzelden

Following the recent launch of their new Bantam and Scrambler models, Indian-owned BSA have confirmed they’ll stick with a three-bike range for the foreseeable future – even though an electric...

British stunt rider Jonny Davies set to break world record this month for fastest handlebar wheelie

02 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

British stunt riding sensation Jonny Davies has confirmed he will attempt to break the record for the world’s fastest handlebar wheelie (known as a ‘high chair wheelie’) at Elvington in York between...

Norton to discontinue V4SV, V4CR and Commando 961 to make way for new line-up

02 September 2025 by Charlotte King

Norton Motorcycles have confirmed that they will no longer be manufacturing the V4SV, V4CR or Commando 961 bikes to make way for their new model range. Norton are expected to unveil their new...

BMW Vision CE unveiled: Futuristic concept scooter for the next-generation of urban mobility

02 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

BMW have drawn inspiration from their enclosed C1 scooter of the early noughties with a new urban electric concept – designed to let you ride without need for a crash helmet. Called the Vision CE,...

Blindingly bright Ducati 821 streamliner custom motorcycle available to just nine customers worldwide

02 September 2025 by Dan Sutherland

A custom design house has taken Ducati’s 821cc Testastretta V-twin engine and sandwiched it within streamlined bodywork to create a special edition motorcycle limited to just nine units...

Sheffield police seize 18 stolen off-road bikes and quads in major crime crackdown

01 September 2025 by Nye Davis

Police in Sheffield have recovered 18 off-road motorcycles and quads as part of a major fightback against organised crime in the city. The haul included everything from premium competition...

Family of two British bikers held 'hostage' in Iran launch a petition in hopes of their release

29 August 2025 by Nye Davis

The family of two British bikers detained in Iran have launched a petition demanding action to secure their release, after reports that the pair have been moved to separate prisons – both condemned...

Record-breaking sidecar duo complete challenging three-week ride in Africa for upcoming TV series

29 August 2025 by Dan Sutherland

A record-breaking sidecar duo have completed a gruelling three-week adventure through Africa for a new television series, destined to appear next year. Matt Bishop and Reece Gilkes, known as ‘The...

BMW R1300GS adventure bike breaks 15-year hill climb record with only minor modifications

29 August 2025 by Nye Davis

BMW’s R1300GS has already proved its worth as the firm’s adventure flagship, regularly topping sales charts – but this one has been transformed into a record-breaking hill climb contender. The...