News

  • BUYING A USED MV Agusta F4 1000

    BUYING A USED MV Agusta F4 1000

    by

    Jon Urry gets stuck in… The problem with a fanfare is that when the trumpeters have run out of puff, you are left with a bunch of red-faced people holding a long brass tube in their hands in silence and not a lot else. Which is exactly what MV Agusta found when the excitement that…

    Continue reading »

  • DUCATI: New XDiavel V4 ‘Sport Cruiser’ unveiled

    DUCATI: New XDiavel V4 ‘Sport Cruiser’ unveiled

    by

    Ducati has taken the cruiser experience to the next level with the launch of the XDiavel V4. This bold and refined sport cruiser seamlessly blends high-performance engineering with stylish Italian design. The latest model, revealed during the Ducati World Première 2025, is set to hit dealerships in May 2025 and promises to redefine expectations in…

    Continue reading »

  • DAY RIDE: Lapping the lakes

    DAY RIDE: Lapping the lakes

    by

    The Lake District is a magical place to ride a motorcycle – in any weather, at any time of the year. Mikko Nieminen reports… I have never had a bad ride in the Lake District. Not even when the weather has been poor, which could easily take the shine off many rides. In the Lakes,…

    Continue reading »

  • World first: Record-breaking collection of Brough Superior SS100s to star at Stafford

    World first: Record-breaking collection of Brough Superior SS100s to star at Stafford

    by

    The world’s largest-ever public display of Brough Superior SS100s will make motorcycle history at The International Classic MotorCycle Show sponsored by Carole Nash, on April 26-27, 2025.

    Continue reading »

  • Meet the Future of Racing: Thorley Trevorrow at the Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show

    Meet the Future of Racing: Thorley Trevorrow at the Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show

    by

    The Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show isn’t just about celebrating the past—it’s also about looking ahead to the future of racing. This year, we’re excited to welcome a rising star in the world of motorcycle racing, Thorley Trevorrow. At just 12 years old, Thorley has already made a name for himself on the international stage, competing…

    Continue reading »

  • TORQUING POINT: Honda’s hybrid, hybrid?

    TORQUING POINT: Honda’s hybrid, hybrid?

    by

    Alan Dowds takes a look at how this could help save petrol-powered bikes Honda’s electrically-supercharged V3 concept was one of the most interesting things shown at EICMA. Our man Dowds looks at how this could help save petrol-powered bikes Sometimes in life, things aren’t quite what they seem. When Honda unveiled a new 75° V-3…

    Continue reading »

  • TESTED: Alpinestars GP Tech V2 Gloves

    TESTED: Alpinestars GP Tech V2 Gloves

    by

    TESTED BY: Bruce TIME: 2 years PRICE: From £349.99 WEB: www.alpinestars.com  I’ve worn a few gloves in my time, and I’ve crashed in plenty of them… including these GP Tech V2s. But before I get into how they coped when kissing the Tarmac, I’ll give a quick overview of the product.  These sit right at…

    Continue reading »

  • BIKING FREEDOM REGAINED for paralysed rider

    BIKING FREEDOM REGAINED for paralysed rider

    by

    When Jacob Davies-Pyke was paralysed from the chest down, it forced him to adjust and reassess his life in every way. It also seemed like the end of something he was passionate about – riding bikes. But with enormous willpower, determination, and tailored and dedicated training, it didn’t take him long to get back on…

    Continue reading »

  • NEW KIT: Keis B601RP heated vest

    NEW KIT: Keis B601RP heated vest

    by

    If you’ve still not got a heated vest for riding in colder weather, then we pity you – it’s a genuine revelation. But now’s the ideal time to get in on the luxury heated lifestyle. Market leader Keis has redesigned its standard electric vest, with new inner cabling and redesigned comfort materials. The firm says…

    Continue reading »

  • The best of the best set for Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show

    The best of the best set for Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show

    by

    Motorcycle enthusiasts are in for a treat at The Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show, taking place at the Bath & West Showground on February 22-23, 2025. As always, the show promises a stunning array of machines spanning decades of motorcycling history, from timeless British classics to groundbreaking Japanese superbikes and rare European racers. Among the standout…

    Continue reading »

  • DUCATI: Multistrada V2

    DUCATI: Multistrada V2

    by

    Insight from Alan Dowds… We raised an eyebrow when Ducati released the details of its next-generation V-twin motor a couple of months back. Okay, the purist in us appreciated the light weight, and a reset of the mad power escalator for what is, after all, a middleweight powerplant. But dropping the desmodromic valves, like shelving…

    Continue reading »

  • TRIUMPH: Bobber TFC

    TRIUMPH: Bobber TFC

    by

    Alan Dowds brings us up to speed… We’ll be honest: some of the limited-edition Triumphs in recent years have been a bit underwhelming. A chrome tank, some pin-stripe paint lines, and an Elvis paint job are all pleasant enough, but we generally like a bit more in a special model. Like this – the new…

    Continue reading »

  • SUZUKI: New four-year 0% offer

    SUZUKI: New four-year 0% offer

    by

    Suzuki has launched a new 0% finance offer across a number of models in its on-road range. The offer is available over four years on either PCP or HP, with a minimum deposit of £1,000, and runs until the end of March 2025.  The deal can be had on the GSX-S1000GX and GSX-S1000GT, as well as the…

    Continue reading »

  • DUCATI: Panigale V4 S Tricolore

    DUCATI: Panigale V4 S Tricolore

    by

    Alan Dowds tells us what we need to know… It’s a fine line between genius and insanity. And in this economy, a £48,000 special edition superbike will seem like madness to many out there. But this trick variant of the world-conquering Panigale V4 is a really intriguing piece of design, with some unique chassis kit,…

    Continue reading »

  • VANUCCI: VAB-7 Sympatex motorcycle boots launched

    VANUCCI: VAB-7 Sympatex motorcycle boots launched

    by

    Vanucci has launched the VAB-7 Sympatex motorcycle boots, designed to deliver excellent protection, supreme comfort and all-weather versatility. Now available in the UK exclusively online at Louis Moto – Europe’s number one motorcycle clothing and accessories retailer. The new VAB-7 motorcycle boots from Vanucci feature the latest fully waterproof and breathable Sympatex membrane, ensuring riders…

    Continue reading »