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.
Police in West Midlands aim to tackle illegal off-road biking
Police in Telford are stepping up action against people riding off-road bikes in all the wrong places.
London proposal suggests congestion charging for bikers
Congestion charges and lower speed limits are in motorcyclists’ future if this document’s author has their way.
Data reveals safest, most dangerous roads in UK
Department of Transport data shines light on the most dangerous places to ride in the UK.
The 10 coolest bikes under £10k
Looking and feeling good on a motorcycle doesn’t have to come at a high cost, all of these bikes tick the 'cool' box and cost less than £10k
Custom Triumph Rocket 3 takes excess to new levels
Named after an artist you’ve probably never heard of, the Agostino custom build is a thing of beauty.
Biker earns ban after posting videos of self speeding
They say excessive speeding isn’t big or clever. This guy DEFINITELY isn’t clever.
Shuffle in India’s Hero line-up sparks Harley speculation
An action by Harley-Davidson’s India partner has some people speculating on wider ramifications.
Crazy homemade steering system aims to improve cornering speed
This may make your brain hurt, but it’s a wholly unique way of answering an age-old problem.
Mash Motorcycles unveils new 750cc touring bike
Mash Motorcycles has revealed an interesting midsize touring machine in Europe. Will it come here?
Moto Guzzi’s iconic Mandello del Lario factory being redesigned
Moto Guzzi’s 100-year-old Mandello del Lario factory is undergoing major refurbishment and redesign.
Crash barrier reform needed to protect bikers, says report
A new report finds that, despite some reforms, motorcyclists still face serious risks from crash barriers.
Man charged with theft of 27 bikes in West Midlands
Police say Clive Halford was stealing a bike roughly every two days.
Popular Scottish motorcycle rally called off for next year
Organisers for Thunder in the Glens cancel next year’s event and remain vague about its future.
CFMoto officially reveals 750SR-R inline four sportbike
Certain to tickle the fancies of many British riders, CFMoto’s new four-cylinder beauty is revealed.
Harley-Davidson names new CEO amid challenging times
Harley announces its next top man. Will he succeed where others have struggled?
Meet the world’s fastest scooter rider
Most people wouldn’t want to do the ton on a scooter. Adie Horrocks is not most people.
Design filings give clear view of BMW F 450 GS
Design filings show that BMW’s upcoming F 450 GS may not look as cool as we originally thought.
Motorcyclist on A14 caught doing 158 mph, setting dubious record
A motorcyclist in Suffolk has been caught riding at the highest speed that Suffolk Police have ever recorded.
New details revealed about entry-level Harley-Davidson models
Harley says it will be revealing an affordable entry-level model later this year. What will it be, and will it sink or swim?
2025 BSA Scrambler 650 - First ride review
In the right conditions, this latest scrambler offering from BSA is a whole lot of fun.
2025 BSA Bantam 350 first ride review
BSA continues its resurrection with the return of one of its most iconic models - the BSA Bantam is now a 350!
Watsonian rig pairs with Royal Enfield for ‘adventurous’ package
Adventure is what you make it with this sidecar equipped Royal Enfield.
Dainese reportedly sold for €1
Just three years after being bought out, Dainese is switching hands again - for a surprisingly low amount.
Ducati gets historic with new Instagram account
As Ducati nears its 100th birthday, the company’s official museum launches an Instagram account.