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.
Mash Motorcycles unveils midsize sportbike
French brand Mash is breaking from its tradition of offering up retro-styled bikes with this very stylish midsize sportbike.
Mash brings luxury midsize tourer to UK
It caught our eye back in the summer, Now Mash is set to bring its seemingly anachronistic midsize tourer to the UK.
Moto Morini importer/distributor to drop brand
Moto Morini, the other other Chinese-owned Italian brand, has lost its distributor in the UK and much of Europe.
German electric moto start-up set to show off at EICMA
Another day, another electric motorbike company. But this one is offering surprisingly affordable models.
XCP Salt Remover promises to help fight winter better
Winter’s pretty much here, and that means riding on salty roads. This Scottish product claims to help.
Harley-Davidson teases updates for premiere of 2026 line-up
Harley’s teasing the first of its 2026 bike reveals, with updates apparently coming to at least three platforms.
UK bikers detained in Iran accused of spying for UK, Israel
A Parliamentary meeting this week has shed some light on the espionage charges faced by two UK bikers detained in Iran.
Bajaj set to cut more jobs at KTM
These are tough times for KTM, with its majority shareholder, Bajaj, making some painful decisions to keep the brand afloat.
Cardo introduces its first fully integrated helmets
Cardo goes all-in with techy features for its first attempt at selling a helmet with an integrated communication system.
KTM ends GasGas motorcycle production in Spain
It’s more bad news for GasGas as KTM announces the end of motorcycle production in Spain.
MV Agusta reveals 2026 Brutale 800
The closest thing MV Agusta has to an entry-level machine, the Brutale 800 is revealed for 2026.
Oxford rolls out waterproof bags for luggage
Oxford Products offers up an affordable and simple way to keep your stuff dry on the road.
Kawasaki gets serious with new KLE500
It’s been a long time but Kawasaki is finally bringing a dirt friendly adventure bike back to Europe.
Keep your butt toasty-comfy with KEIS heated cushion
Warm bum, happy heart. That seems to be the philosophy behind this reasonably priced accessory from KEIS.
Weise reveals Rio trousers for women riders
UK-based Weise rolls out a new pair of textile trousers aimed specifically at women who ride.
Oxford rolls out new colours for Rainseal suit
Want to stay dry and be seen on dark, wet winter rides? Oxford’s got just the thing for you.
Vehicle transforms from tuk tuk to scooter in 3 minutes
Two wheels or three? Thanks to a project driven by Hero MotoCorp you’ll no longer have to choose.
Caberg set to unveil new lids at EICMA
Affordable helmet maker Caberg shares details of two models that will be joining its 2026 collection.
Norton reveals names of upcoming models
Norton is spilling the beans before its multi-model EICMA reveal by sharing the names of three of the models it intends to reveal.
Leaked communication shines light on Indian shake-up
Letters from Indian Motorcycle’s new owners to its employees and dealerships have been leaked, revealing future intentions.
2025 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Ultra - Road test review
Harley-Davidson’s flagship touring machine is a big, beautiful beast with one flaw that’s impossible to ignore.
Kawasaki sets date for new KLE unveiling
A year after Kawasaki started teasing its latest KLE model, the bike - assumed to be a 500 - is just days from being revealed.
Top 10 best low-seat adventure bikes
If you're shorter in stature, don't be put off an adventure bike - there's a huge variety of options with nicely low seats
This three-wheeled vehicle is blowing our minds
Imagine if all the vehicles at a mobility show went to a swingers party; this is the baby that would result.