Touring

  • R&G expands range with host of new machines

    R&G expands range with host of new machines

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    Always eager to help riders protect their machines with its industry-leading range of crash protection, R&G is pleased to confirm three new models have been added to its lineup, alongside a host of new accessories. The first of these is the all-new 2025 Yamaha Tracer 7 and Tracer 7 GT. This popular sports tourer has…

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  • DAY RIDE: NW200 & Antrim Coast

    DAY RIDE: NW200 & Antrim Coast

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    The North West 200 course is a treat to ride, but so are the roads around it… Dave Manning reports: Having never witnessed any kind of road racing on the eastern side of the Irish Sea, I was keen to get my first experience of the North West 200, despite over the last couple of…

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  • YAMAHA Tracer 7 and 7 GT

    YAMAHA Tracer 7 and 7 GT

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    Alan Dowds brings us up to speed… With 2025 updates for the MT-07 and Ténéré appearing late last year, the only real surprise with this release is that it’s taken so long. Actually, there’s one more surprise about the 2025 Tracer 700 and GT, but we’ll come to that in a minute (can you feel…

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  • NEW KIT: Nomad luggage from Oxford Products

    NEW KIT: Nomad luggage from Oxford Products

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    A new range of super-modular luggage from Oxford Products, with a military feel thanks to the MOLLE nylon strap attachment system used. You start with a base harness for your bike, then pick and choose the add-on carriers you need, from a bottle holder, small-large pouches and full-sized bags. There’s even a cool bag to…

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  • REACH for the Skye

    REACH for the Skye

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    Dave Manning went. Here’s his report: Aside from the fact that part of the fun in travelling to the Isle of Skye is delivered with the roads that take you there, there’s also some amazing riding to be had amongst the stunning scenery of the largest of the Inner Hebrides. Leaving the island’s capital of…

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  • SHARK partners with SENA for 2025

    SHARK partners with SENA for 2025

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    SHARK has partnered with SENA communication systems to deliver specially designed, integrated communications systems to riders and pillions using its 22.06 homologated helmet line-up*. The new SENA for SHARK range allows users to stay connected, enjoy their favourite playlists, and navigate easily – delivering unmatched performance and style. The systems cater to every rider’s needs…

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  • KEEP WARM with Zerofit base layers

    KEEP WARM with Zerofit base layers

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    Winter is the time for extensive base layer use, and these Zerofit garments are now being distributed by top kit firm Feridax, so will be much more widely available. The Zerofit Heatrub Ultimate kit claims to provide five times more warmth than standard base layers thanks to ‘heat thread’ technology within the material itself. And…

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  • PRODUCTS: Alcosense lite 2

    PRODUCTS: Alcosense lite 2

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    Worried about the morning after? Bertie Simmonds delivers peace of mind… Bertie Simmonds / £44.99 / www.alcosense.co.uk We champion this product every Christmas season as it works, and it could well be a job-saver… We can’t drink and ride as, at our age, slinging a leg over a bike with as much as a single large…

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  • RIDING SKILLS: Use of speed

    RIDING SKILLS: Use of speed

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    Motorcyclists can often rely on a natural speed advantage, whether it’s about accelerating off the traffic lights, or carving lines on country roads. But with great speeds comes great responsibility, and to make sure that your progress is not only speedy, but also safe for you and others, there’s more to it than just twisting…

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  • TOP ROADS: Isle of Wight

    TOP ROADS: Isle of Wight

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    The little island off the south coast of England might not seem like the most obvious place for a motorcycle adventure, but it actually has a pretty long history of motorcycling goodness, and there are some cracking coastal roads to explore, too. While the Isle of Man gets the headlines, for obvious reasons, the Isle…

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  • ROUTES: Austrian Alps and back!

    ROUTES: Austrian Alps and back!

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    A two-week, two-and-a-half-thousand-mile trip through France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria and Germany. Last spring, MoreBikes reader Aaron Walker set off on his first ‘big bike’ trip just a few months after passing his full test. With his partner Alex on the back of his Kawasaki Versys 650, the two of them spent 14 days covering…

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  • KIT: Luggage buyer’s guide

    KIT: Luggage buyer’s guide

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    There’s some cracking bits of kit on the market that’ll make lugging around your gear a doddle. To help you work out what’ll be best, we’ve knocked up a buyers’ guide and brought together some tests of our best-loved kit from the past 12 months. Where should I start? Let’s start small and build up.…

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  • NEWS: Why AI speed cameras are good news for bikers

    NEWS: Why AI speed cameras are good news for bikers

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    It might be illegal, but plenty of motorists still seem to think it’s okay to use their phone when they’re behind the wheel. The good news is that the National Highways agency is investing in technology which can catch out serial scrollers in an effort to make our roads safer. Riding a motorcycle forces a…

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  • 2024 Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour

    2024 Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour

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    Luxury full-featured high-speed adventure touring – at a price If we’re honest, the standard Multistrada V4 is an incredible touring bike as it is. The amazing 170bhp Granturismo V4 engine, superbike-spec chassis setup, more electronics than an Elon Musk spaceship, and lush styling makes it a winner without any bolt-ons. But Ducati likes to go…

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  • The 9 best UK roadtrips to ride this summer

    The 9 best UK roadtrips to ride this summer

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    Summer is well and truly on its way, and there’s no better season to hit the open road on two wheels. If you’re stuck for inspiration, motorbike finance specialists – and self-confessed riding enthusiasts – Superbike Loans have rounded up their nine favourite roadtrips, covering the UK from top to bottom. Get these on your…

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