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Moto Guzzi rider aims to break record with 2,779-mile endurance ride
Ramiro Vergez Kenny is attempting to cover 4,472km (2,779 miles) between Ushuaia and La Quiaca in less than 70 hours.
Latest New Bikes News
BMW is either forging ahead with its wacky scooter with a roof, or this is a massive red herring!
New patents seem to show a production-ready BMW Vision CE, either proving BMW is making a production model or throwing us way off the scent!
Latest Industry News
Why TVS veteran Venu Srinivasan is at the centre of Tata's power struggle
TVS chairman emeritus Venu Srinivasan has emerged as a key figure in a Tata boardroom battle that could have implications for Jaguar Land Rover.
Latest Viral News
“I did not stamp on him”: Speedway racer clears up confusing video footage
Speedway racer Chris ‘Bomber’ Harris has responded to online allegations suggesting he stamped on a competitor following a post-race scuffle.
Videos
Motorcyclist jailed after filming himself riding at nearly 200mph
UNSEEN: Jack Miller & Toprak Razgatlioglu's wild Karting Challenge 🤣
WMC-Mono-RR: Advanced Aerodynamics, Powertrain Innovation & Motorcycle Engineering
Foggy on Four Wheels: Carl Swaps Bikes for Cars!
We Let a MotoGP Hall Of Famer Teach Bill Burr to Ride Our Bikes...
We broke another record.
The Ones Who Ride | EP.01.VISION
ZXMOTO 820RR Test Ride:Who rides faster, Zhang Xue or Richard Hammond?
Introducing the VARG MX & EX Factory Edition
CFMOTO V4 SR-RR Prototype | Tested in Pininfarina Wind Tunnel
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Moto Guzzi rider aims to break record with 2,779-mile endurance ride
Ramiro Vergez Kenny is attempting to cover 4,472km (2,779 miles) between Ushuaia and La Quiaca in less than 70 hours.
BMW is either forging ahead with its wacky scooter with a roof, or this is a massive red herring!
New patents seem to show a production-ready BMW Vision CE, either proving BMW is making a production model or throwing us way off the scent!
Biker realises motorcycle is stolen after seeing video of someone riding it online
Leeds drug dealer Christian Hargreaves has been jailed for a series of crimes including stealing a motorcycle, which he later filmed himself riding and then posted the videos online.
A1-licence Yamaha MT-125 gets all-new look inspired by flagship hypernakeds
Yamaha’s A1-licence MT-125 has gained a series of changes for 2027, including next-gen styling inspired by the MT-09, a redesigned seat, and improved ergonomics.
Ducati’s record-breaking dirt bike: Desmo450 scoops world endurance record
The Ducati Desmo450 EDS has broken a Guinness World Record for the first time, after Italian riders Silvio Sabba and Valerio Boni completed 900 miles in just 24 hours.
PRIME motorcycle road markings arrive in England for the first time
Derbyshire has become the first English county to introduce PRIME road markings, following promising results in Scotland and the scheme’s expansion into Wales.
The two-wheeled jeep returns? Honda Motra patents revealed
Honda patents reveal a new Motra-style motorcycle with a petrol engine or electric drive, a tubular steel frame and chunky tyres.
Motorcycle thief branded a “menace” handed jail sentence
A thief has pleaded guilty to nine counts of motorcycle theft and was sentenced to six and a half years in prison.
The government is claiming a big pothole win, but can you tell the difference?
The government says nearly 7,000 miles of road will be resurfaced this year, but will its £7.3 billion pothole funding package make Britain's roads any better for motorcyclists?
Motorcyclist jailed after GoPro captures 130mph Ninja H2 police escape
GoPros recorded Amin Belechguer as he fled from the police. He later scampered through hedge rows after officers disabled his bike.
Say bye to small number plates: DVLA looks to tighten the rules
The DVLA is considering tighter checks on number plate suppliers, which could spell the end of the road for undersized ‘show plates’.
Too cold to camp? No worries, ABR is heading indoors at MCL26
Adventure Bike Rider is bringing a slice of its summer festival to Motorcycle Live this November, complete with practical sessions and a few familiar festival attractions.
Dainese the disruptor? Smart GO airbag system set to shake up the sector
The Dainese Smart GO motorcycle airbag vest weighs 780g and offers Level 2 chest and back protection, with smartphone power and optional backpack integration.
Rocky Robinson set to take on Peter Hickman in land speed world record challenge
Peter Hickman will face stiff competition in his bid to set the outright motorcycle land speed record, with current world record holder Rocky Robinson also eyeing up a 400mph run.
Kawasaki goes large with new KLE teaser
Kawasaki’s new teaser video seems to show a new incoming adventure bike, and all signs point to the new KLE650.
Derbyshire police officer badly injured during motorcycle theft chase
A police officer in Derbyshire is facing a “long road to recovery” after suffering a broken arm while stopping a motorcycle thief.
Suzuki’s flagship sportbike just secured its second major title
The Suzuki GSX-8R, first introduced in 2024, has just become a two-time championship-winning machine in the UK.
Born Slippy: WMC builds its most ambitious bike yet
The WMC Mono RR combines aerodynamic efficiency with a supercharged 449cc Yamaha single, with targets of 100hp and a 100kg weight.
Honda updates CBR600RR for 2027 with Fireblade brakes and new TFT display
Honda's 2027 CBR600RR gains Fireblade-derived front brakes, revised aerodynamics and a larger TFT display, while retaining its 599cc inline-four engine.
Honda's new CBR500R FOUR gets a four-cylinder engine and E-Clutch
Honda has unveiled the CBR500R FOUR, a new 500cc inline-four sports bike with standard E-Clutch technology and an A2 licence option.
Swindon-based bike dealer Two70 Motorcycles enters administration
Swindon motorcycle dealer Two70 Motorcycles has entered administration after six years of trading, raising further questions about the challenges facing UK bike dealers and the electric motorcycle market.
Norton’s new flagship superbike is kind of a big deal
Norton’s new Manx R superbike has been recognised by none other than Red Dot, after picking up the ‘Best of the Best’ design concept award.
If you build it, they will come: Is the Harley-Davidson Sportster behind H-D stock rise?
Harley-Davidson is returning to its roots with the Sportster revival and more affordable models developed with Hero MotoCorp. Could that be helping turn its fortunes around?
Alpinestars launches new Supertech R7 helmet
Alpinestars has launched the Supertech R7, a new full-face helmet with a composite shell, adjustable fit system and ECE 22.06 homologation.