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.
Oxford’s popular heated grips upgraded for 2026
Oxford Products updates its perennially popular heated grips with settings for thick-gloved riders.
Kawasaki appears ready to reveal KLE 500 adventure bike
After seemingly being derailed last year, it appears a new legitimate adventure motorcycle is coming from Kawasaki.
Ducati opens dealership in heart of England
If you want to sell bikes, move to the World’s Strongest Man’s hometown. That seems to be Ducati’s way of thinking.
Honda’s Japan Mobility Show plans have us intrigued
Honda’s Japan Mobility Show plans have us very intrigued. Is yet another electric motorcycle in the works?
Suzuki slashes prices on models by up to £1k
Like saving money? Then Suzuki has something to tell you.
Ducati Scrambler Nightshift gets sexy new paint
Ducati has made its sleek and sexy Scrambler Nightshift model even sexier
KTM updates 300 EXC HARDENDURO for 2026
KTM sticks to what it does best and delivers updates on one of its most extreme offroad tools.
BMW Head: no demand for electric motorcycles
BMW’s CEO has stated in an interview that there is no demand for electric motorcycles or motocross bikes.
Watsonian rolls out sidecar kit for CCM Spitfire Bobber
You won’t be going fast on a sidecar-equipped 600cc single-cylinder motorcycle, but you’ll be going in style.
Classically styled Honda CB350C Special Edition surfaces
Honda is offering a classic take on its popular CB350 platform in India. We want to see it come here.
Situation worsens for UK motorcyclists detained in Iran
Detained in Iran for more than eight months, British motorcyclists Lindsay and Craig Foreman are not doing well.
Production of Buell Super Cruiser finally underway
Good things come to those who wait. After two years of teasing, the Buell Super Cruiser is finally in production.
Yamaha patents 'fake' engine for electric motorcycles
Yamaha has patented a unique means of overcoming motorcyclists’ resistance to electric vehicles.
KTM majority owner urges manufacturing move to Asia
The managing director of KTM’s majority owner offers some hard truths for the brand.
2025 Harley-Davidson Street Bob: UK road test review
A little bit ridiculous and a whole lot of awesome: Harley’s Street Bob offers a pure cruiser experience.
Number of road-focused police drops considerably
RAC analysis of government data finds that the number of police officers on UK roads has decreased since 2015.
This electric scooter is giving Blade Runner vibes
This uniquely styled and compact electric scooter can hit speeds up to 65 mph, according to its manufacturers.
Harley board shuffles ahead of new CEO’s arrival
There are lots of new faces in Harley’s leadership team, as the board of directors reshuffles in preparation for a new CEO.
Iconic motorcycling retailer M&P appears to go bust
An iconic name in British motorcycling appears to have gone bust.
QJMotor reveals SRT 600 S for UK market
QJMotor unveils its new adventure tourer/all-rounder, packed with goodies and offered at an incredibly tempting price.
Durham Constabulary shares video of 130mph motorcycle chase
A motorcyclist in Northern England leads police on a 33-mile, 130mph chase.
KTM files patents for supercharger and EV range extender
KTM may still be getting out of its rut but it still has big plans for the future.
180,000 bikers gather for ‘Blessing of the Helmets’
Tens of thousands of motorcyclists gather in Portugal to receive divine intervention in their riding.
Honda refreshes ADV350 scooter for 2026
Honda’s offering some light tweaks to its incredibly popular ADV350 scooter.