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Is twenty really plenty? New 20mph urban speed limits proposed
Proposals for blanket 20mph limits in built-up areas are gathering pace, with safety bodies arguing they could cut costs and collisions, but the policy continues to divide councils, politicians and road users alike.
Guy Martin is doing a live show – and it sounds exactly as chaotically unmissable as you'd expect
03/06/26
Latest New Bikes News
US riders get their hands on the most colourful R9 to date!
Often overlooked when it comes to certain models, American riders have hit the jackpot with this colourful option of the Yamaha R9.
Lightfighter EV track demos: The electric motorcycle start-up putting track riders in the saddle
03/06/26
Latest Industry News
How scooters and motorcycles could unlock major urban space gains
European motorcycle body ACEM says L-category vehicles could play a far greater role in easing congestion and freeing urban space, as it sets out new guidance for city planners.
Latest Viral News
Suzuki GSX-R750 left hanging from traffic light after collision
Motorcycle rider avoids life-threatening injuries after a collision sees his Suzuki stranded in a traffic light pole.
Videos
We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
Rv Turner and Sharp
Yamaha R7 2026 Review: Still The Benchmark For entry-level Sports Bikes?
The World's First Ever Self-Balancing Bike Is Here.. But Do We Need It?
RIDE, AGAIN | Harley-Davidson
One Of These Bikes Clearly Comes Out On Top: Triumph Tracker and Thruxton 400 Tested
BMW F450 review | Is this the GS the G310 should have been?
Kawasaki Z650 S 2026 Review: Comfort, Control And A Few Compromises
There's a lot to unpack with these two bikes #BMW #bmwF450 #bikers
The next bike we're taking out on the road... #kawasaki #bikelife
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Is twenty really plenty? New 20mph urban speed limits proposed
Proposals for blanket 20mph limits in built-up areas are gathering pace, with safety bodies arguing they could cut costs and collisions, but the policy continues to divide councils, politicians and road users alike.
These 100-year-old Harley-Davidsons can now run silently
Forget electric superbikes. Jason Momoa is electrifying motorcycles built before most riders' grandparents were born.
Police issue warning after rider reportedly clocked at 188mph
Police say one rider was recorded at an astonishing 188mph in a 50mph zone as speeding offences during the 2026 Isle of Man TT already exceed last year's total.
US riders get their hands on the most colourful R9 to date!
Often overlooked when it comes to certain models, American riders have hit the jackpot with this colourful option of the Yamaha R9.
MV Agusta heads to Wheels and Waves with a celebration of its past and present – but not much in the way of customs
Custom bikes may dominate Wheels and Waves, but MV Agusta is turning up with something different, its history.
Yamaha overhauls off-road competition range with model-specific changes
Yamaha has revealed a series of major updates across its 2027 off-road competition range, including the four-stroke YZ250F.
Kawasaki goes back to the future with all-new two-stroke MX and enduro bikes
Kawasaki has turned back the clock and fired the two-stroke wars back into life with the KX327 MX and KX327X enduro bikes.
Fewer crashes, more deaths: Why riders are questioning the current licensing system
New figures show overall motorcycle casualties fell in 2025, but rider deaths rose by 13 per cent, prompting fresh calls to review a licensing regime that critics say is failing.
Guy Martin is doing a live show – and it sounds exactly as chaotically unmissable as you'd expect
Guy Martin is taking his unique brand of storytelling on the road this November, with a new live show promising road racing tales, world-record attempts and plenty of unscripted moments.
Triumph wants to take care of your summer riding plans with a new offer
Triumph has revealed a new £350 offer across its 660 model range, including the Trident 660, Tiger Sport 660, and Daytona 660.
Off-road riders warned to stay vigilant after barbed wire trap found on popular trail
A child reportedly encountered barbed wire strung across a trail in Montana over Memorial Day weekend, prompting an investigation and warnings from the AMA to trail riders.
Storm in a teacup? Storm Stacey has vehicle seized during Isle of Man TT visit
Storm Stacey has his pickup truck seized during a visit to the TT - just yards after getting off the ferry!
Lightfighter EV track demos: The electric motorcycle start-up putting track riders in the saddle
While some electric motorcycle brands have struggled to turn ambition into reality, Lightfighter is putting riders in the saddle and letting its V3-RS and V3-RH bikes do the talking.
Norton’s brand-new superbike laps the TT course
The new Norton Manx R has ridden the famous Isle of Man TT course for the first time, as part of a ‘Legacy Lap’ led by Mountain Course legend Carolynn Sells.
How scooters and motorcycles could unlock major urban space gains
European motorcycle body ACEM says L-category vehicles could play a far greater role in easing congestion and freeing urban space, as it sets out new guidance for city planners.
Buying a new Kawasaki KLE500 comes with a special offer
Customers who purchase a new Kawasaki KLE500 or the SE edition will be rewarded with a £350 voucher.
Kevin Keegan’s personal Harley-Davidson is up for grabs after emotional announcement
A one-off Harley-Davidson commissioned by Kevin Keegan during his Newcastle United days will go under the hammer this July, with the sale supporting Cancer Research UK.
ZXMoto gets muddy: MX250 motocross bike announced
Chinese firm ZXMoto is swapping asphalt for dirt with its new MX250 motocrosser, packing KYB suspension, Bosch EFI and a claimed 40bhp into a 105kg package.
Touratech reckons lowering links aren’t the best answer for tall adventure bikes
Touratech Suspension launches a range of lowering solutions, aimed at reducing seat height without the compromises often associated with aftermarket lowering links.
Guy Martin’s favourite Kriega backpack gets a special edition makeover
Kriega has launched a special edition version of its long-running R25 backpack, adding Guy Martin branding and bringing back details from the racer’s original bag.
This wild Shotgun 650 custom just won Royal Enfield’s European custom build battle
Germany’s Motorrad Bläsing has won the 2026 Royal Enfield Busted Knuckles Build Off after its SHAAN custom Shotgun 650 topped public and expert judging at London’s Bike Shed Show.
Is the F450 GS the GS most riders actually need? You can find out for yourself now!
The new BMW F450 GS arrives in the UK with demo rides now available, as the middleweight adventure class continues to grow.
Roland Sands completely reinvents the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
Gold wheels, Öhlins suspension and a totally different stance give this Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 an entirely new identity.
Vespa to celebrate 80th birthday with huge event in June
Vespa is gearing up for what it calls “the largest celebration” in its 80-year history next month.