Blogs

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2019 Yamaha VMAX stealth concept | Jakusa Design

Jakusa Design reimagines the Yamaha VMAX motorcycle adding some stealthy yet bold additions to the v-four powered heavy cruiser.

2020 Energica Ego and Energica EsseEsse9 spotted on charge

Spy shots suggest Energica is preparing to reveal updated 2020 Energic Ego, Eva and EsseEsse9 models with upgraded powertrains and revised styling

ABM reveal bespoke Triumph 765 powered GP2 racebike

During the British Superbike round at Oulton Park, a Triumph 765 powered, carbon-laden GP2 motorcycle was revealed by ABM.   

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WATCH: Moped thieves use ramming technique on potential victim

A gang of moped and motorcycle criminals has been spotted on CCTV using a ramming technique to rob potential victims

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Will the Harley-Davidson LiveWire be used for the new ‘Long Way Up'?

Rumours suggest Charlie Boorman and Ewan McGregor will use a Harley-Davidson LiveWire electric motorcycle for their next ‘Long Way Up’ adventure

New Kawasaki ZX-25R sportsbike to be sold in two power variants?

The much rumoured new quarter-litre, four-cylinder Kawasaki ZX-25R is set to be available in two power variants - a 'warm' 46PS and a 'hot' 60PS model

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Harley-Davidson Q3 motorcycle sales still floundering

A recent Harley-Davidson motorcycle sales report by Wedbush Securities suggests Q3 retail sales are down by 10% 

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‘Re-route’ century-old Isle of Man TT Mountain Course, locals argue

A representative for Isle of Man locals argues the famed Isle of Man TT Mountain Course should be re-routed to ease disruption on residents and businesses

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2020 Yamaha R1 and R1M overview | A superbike for the masses

Visordown takes a closer look at what’s new and improved on Yamaha's flagship superbikes; The 2020 YZF R1 & limited edition R1M. 

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Title-winning Yamaha R6 and Yamaha R3 brought into line with R1

Ahead of the 2020 Yamaha R1 launch, the Japanese firm brings its more entry-level R6, R3 and R125 models into closer line with its flagship sportsbike

Is the Ducati ‘Multistrada V4’ actually the Ducati Multistrada 1260GT?

A filing with the EPA reveals a Ducati Multistrada 1260GT is on its way, most likely with radar cruise control, with the Multistrada V4 still some way off yet

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Data from Dovizioso crash shows why airbag suits are life savers

Data from Andrea Dovizioso and Fabio Quartararo's crash during the British MotoGP at Silverstone shows how their Alpinestars Tech Air leathers played their role

Andrea Dovizioso shows us the airbag suit in action

Airbag leathers are now commonplace in most major motorcycle championships. But have you ever seen one being deployed?

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Which new model will Honda reveal at AIM Expo 2019?

Honda will launch a new model for the North American market at the AIM Expo in Ohio later this month - we consider which one it will be...

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A closer look at three very special Yamaha XSR155 custom motorcycles

At the launch of the Yamaha XSR155 in Thailand, the firm also unveiled three custom variants of the motorcycle; The Cafe Racer, Scambler and Tracker.

Josh Herrin’s brutal MotoAmerica Superbike Championship crash

Watch: Professional motorcycle racer Josh Herrin has a huge accident on his Yamaha YZF R1 superbike. Rider OK.

Next-gen 2020 Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade to get active aero?

Some patents filed by Honda indicate the next generation of CBR1000RR will include moveable aerodynamic winglets

MV Agusta open online ordering for all models

MV Agusta just made it that little bit easier to get a piece authentic Italian exotica in your garage this autumn

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Has somebody finally built a cool Suzuki SV650?

Romanian motorcycle custom shop Bandisca has redesigned a 2001 Suzuki SV650 which is inspired by the classic GSXR-750.

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The unluckiest postcodes in the UK to ride your motorcycle

Visordown looks at motorcycle non-fault insurance claims data and compares the unluckiest places to ride your motorbike.

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Rate this ride: Suzuki DR650 urban-scrambler

Visordown takes a closer look at a custom 2012 Suzuki DR650 urban scrambler built by Parr motorcycles, Indiana.

Vespas could be banned from their hometown!

The new ‘anti-Vespa’ order could see two-stroke motorcycles banned from Genoa as early as October

Ducati V4 25° Anniversario 916 to raise funds for Carlin Dunne family

The fifth bike in the limited-edition run is set to be sold with all funds raised aimed at providing Carlin's mother with support

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Exclusive Aprilia RSV4 X finds 10 buyers, including WorldSBK’s Biaggi

The ultra-exclusive Aprilia RSV4 X for 'special enthusiasts' finds its 10 homes... including that of double WorldSBK champion and racing legend Max Biaggi

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The best Honda CB750 and CB1000R Customs at 'Glemseck 101'

Honda celebrates the CB750’s 50th birthday by demonstrating both CB750 and CB1000R motorcycles from their customisation program at Glemseck.