Chris Cope
Senior Staff Writer
Chris Cope is a fourth-generation journalist, originally from Texas. He has lived in the UK for roughly two decades and has been writing about motorcycles for most of that time. He has written for dozens of publications and websites in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia.
Being from the United States, Chris has a natural love for big, stupid cruisers. But don’t hold that against him; he will happily get behind the ‘bars of just about every kind of bike. As long as it goes far. And you can go far on anything.
MCL 2025 kicks off on Saturday
The UK’s biggest motorcycle event of the year begins its nine-day run this weekend at the NEC in Birmingham.
HJC reveals new styling for RPHA 91
Same great lid. New look. Reasonable price. HJC tweaks its popular flip-front.
New Merlin Coplow jacket boasts AA safety rating
UK-based gear maker known for stylish riding gear adds another jacket to its portfolio.
Road-focused Kove 800X GT revealed
Chinese manufacturer Kove has unveiled its new road-focused mid-size adventure-touring machine, built on a popular platform.
Givi introduces new GRT731 Canyon backpack
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, Oscar Wilde said. The folks at Kriega must be very flattered by this new bag from Givi.
NIU Concept 06 electric maxi-scooter goes big
It can travel at almost 100 mph and it uses AI to learn your habits; this is no ordinary electric scooter.
Moto Morini brings back the 3½ Sport
Moto Morini promises 350cc of thrills with the return of its iconic 3 ½ Sport.
2026 Moto Morini Corsaro GT revealed
Who knows when or even if this bike will come to the UK, but we’re charmed by its rather familiar styling.
UK balance bike company offers Ducati, Triumph replicas
It’s never too early to start encouraging your child to do dangerous (but fun) things.
Oxford reveals new Atmos layering system
Oxford Products is rolling out a new layering system specifically aimed at keeping motorcyclists warm.
Sidi reveals Mag-2 Air boots for track
Built for those who like to go very fast, Sidi’s new trackday boots promise to be lightweight and breathable.
2026 Royal Enfield Bullet 650 – First look
It may have felt like an obvious, almost inevitable choice, but that doesn’t make the Bullet 650 any less iconic.
QJMotor shows off EQVVS 600 Cafe Racer
Old-school spirit and neo design driven by a V4? QJMotor’s got us interested in this one.
Sidi introduces new ADV-focused boots
We’ve seen these Italian all-day adventure/touring boots in person and they look very, very nice.
Indian Motorcycle concept sports girder fork
This stunning concept bike shows what’s important to Indian Motorcycle, and, perhaps, where it’s going.
Norton reveals Atlas, Atlas GT ADV bikes
The 206hp Manx R stole the show, but Norton has two middleweight adventure bikes planned.
QJMotor unveils three-cylinder adventure tourer
QJMotor seems to be a little confused about what it’s called, who it’s for, and when it will be made, but we like it.
Indian adds Scouts, dumps air-cooled baggers/tourers
As you might expect from a company in the midst of an ownership change, Indian Motorcycle’s 2026 model year line-up plays it safe.
BSA unveils 350 adventure bike
BSA continues to expand its line-up, this time throwing its hat into the adventure segment ring.
Ducati Unveils Hypermotard V2, Hypermotard V2 SP
Ducati’s hooligan machine gets sweeping updates for 2026 – not least of which being a new engine.
BMW FINALLY unveils F 450 GS
It’s been a long wait but the thing everybody knew was coming is finally here.
Honda brings E-Clutch tech to popular 500cc models
Honda brings E-Clutch tech to one of its iconic 500 series of bikes.
Kawasaki updates Ninja ZX-10R for 2026
Like the Ninja ZX-10R but dislike its wings? Kawasaki’s got good news for you.
Yamaha shares full line-up of new, updated 2026 models
Yamaha has released a list of all the 2026 bikes that are new in some shape or form – even if it's just a change of paint.