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Europe: No mandatory motorcycle testing
EU transport ministers back no compulsory inspections, at least for now. Riders’ groups say the decision reflects the evidence: better roads, training, and awareness save more lives than blanket bike MOTs.
Latest New Bikes News
Peugeot 103 “pedal-and-pop” reimagined in electric form
Peugeot is blending a historic theme with electric power as its model 103 is set to get a reboot in 2026.
Latest Industry News
Europe: No mandatory motorcycle testing
EU transport ministers back no compulsory inspections, at least for now. Riders’ groups say the decision reflects the evidence: better roads, training, and awareness save more lives than blanket bike MOTs.
Latest Viral News
Max Verstappen really knows his MotoGP champions!
Red Bull F1 star and 2025 championship contender, Max Verstappen, has shown a surprisingly in-depth knowledge of MotoGP champions both past and present.
Videos
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TVS Apache RR 310 & RTR 310: Can they hold their own in the UK?
The new Honda CB1000 GT revs to the moon! #honda #bikelife #bikereview
Honda thinks the CB1000 GT can replace three bikes, but can it? #hondabikes #bikelife #biker
We've got our hands on the Honda CB1000 GT - here's whats on offer in engine department
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CB1000GT First Ride: Can This Honda Do It All?
There is some suspiciously high spec suspension on the QJ Motor SRV 600 V
An even closer look at one of Honda's most exciting new bikes the CB1000 GT #honda #biker
QJ Motor SRV 600 V Review: The cruiser with a wild engine that rewrites the rule book
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Europe: No mandatory motorcycle testing
EU transport ministers back no compulsory inspections, at least for now. Riders’ groups say the decision reflects the evidence: better roads, training, and awareness save more lives than blanket bike MOTs.
Enfield goes old-school with new Moto Aviators by Vallon sunglasses range
New eyewear range from Royal Enfield and Vallon brings 1970s style to modern riders, inspired by Royal Enfield’s Classic motorcycle line.
Peugeot 103 “pedal-and-pop” reimagined in electric form
Peugeot is blending a historic theme with electric power as its model 103 is set to get a reboot in 2026.
Chinese-built Enduro models revealed by Kove
Kove has revealed big plans for 2026, particularly when it comes to its off-road enduro range.
Give UK motorcycle history as a gift, with the National Motorcycle Museum
A Friends of the National Motorcycle Museum membership offers the rare chance to ride, explore and get hands-on with Britain’s two-wheeled history.
Triumph supports Save the Children charity with special auction
Triumph Motorcycles Italia has put its one-off Viper 400, which was first revealed at EICMA 2024, up for auction.
Foreign Office criticised over handling of Harry Dunn case
Review condemns “missed opportunities” and secrecy after teenage rider Harry Dunn was killed by a US diplomat’s wife in 2019.
Annual Two Wheels for Life auction is bigger than ever
Two Wheels for Life has revealed its biggest Christmas auction to date, with over 100 signed memorabilia items available.
Max Verstappen really knows his MotoGP champions!
Red Bull F1 star and 2025 championship contender, Max Verstappen, has shown a surprisingly in-depth knowledge of MotoGP champions both past and present.
2026 KTM Europe Adventure Rally confirmed
KTM’s 2026 Europe Adventure Rally is heading to Italy with 250 participants expected.
Brit takes top spot at Yamaha’s global technician finals
Yamaha UK technician Liam Coffey has been named World Champion at the 2025 Yamaha World Technician Grand Prix in Iwata, Japan.
Taylor Mackenzie and Danny Webb want to help the paddock find staff
The Paddock Network launches as a single, central platform for teams, riders and paddock staff to find jobs, talent and opportunities across all levels of motorsport.
Ducati UK confirms 2026 track day venues
Ducati UK has partnered with Slick Moto Events to reveal an impressive 2026 track day calendar.
Arai’s MX-V EVO FIM #2 Added to Latest FIM Approved Helmet List
Arai’s MX-V EVO FIM Racing 2 has been officially approved to the FIM’s latest helmet standard, clearing it for use in all FIM-sanctioned off-road championships for 2026.
Triumph confirms expanded 2026 Dirt Store Racing line-up
The team builds on its 2025 title-winning season with six confirmed riders and new commitments across MXGP, Arenacross and Enduro.
Yamaha waives goodbye to its inline-four MotoGP engine
Yamaha will no longer race with an inline-four MotoGP engine in 2026.
New all-weather Alpinestars gloves land in UK stores
Alpinestars promises warm and dry hands this winter with its new XT-3 Drystar gloves.
A V-twin with knock-out punch: Indian Challenger Venum launched
Indian Motorcycle has teamed up with MMA kit and clothing maker Venum for a special edition, which won’t be coming to the UK.
Built for the backcountry: Garmin launches inReach Mini 3 Plus
The Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus is a new compact satellite communicator for riders and explorers heading well beyond regular mobile coverage.
Tiger Sport 800 gains longer legs with new Tour edition
Triumph’s new Tiger Sport 800 Tour brings factory-fitted luggage, comfort upgrades and that familiar triple performance to the middleweight touring class.
Yamaha has “no plans to make a EU5+ version” of XSR700
The removal of the XSR700 from the range leaves a sizeable void in the Sport Heritage family.
Elon Musk shuts down Tesla motorbike rumours: “Never happening”
Elon Musk has once again made his feelings on Tesla building a motorcycle very clear.
Save £8,900 on a brand-new LiveWire S2 Mulholland
Two LiveWire models can be had on the cheap this Christmas, thanks to a very tempting offer from Macpherson Motorcycles.