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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 clinches off-road win in Wales
Royal Enfield’s Himalayan 450 has taken victory in the ‘Big Bike Single’ class at the Valleys X-Treme Lita Race in South Wales.
Latest New Bikes News
Speed Twin 1200 gets an official cafe racer makeover for 2026
Limited to 800 units worldwide, the Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition combines modern suspension and brakes with styling inspired by Britain’s 1960s cafe racer scene.
Latest Industry News
MCIA celebrates “hugely significant moment” for motorcycle legislation
The Government has committed to reviewing motorcycle training and licensing, though industry bodies warn reforms must simplify access and improve safety rather than restrict it.
Latest Viral News
Family business rocked by theft of Grinch motorcycle display
Thieves smashed their way into a family-run repair centre near Wolverhampton, ripping motorbikes from a Grinch-themed Christmas display and causing around £10,000 of damage before fleeing in a van with no number plates.
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A first look at the new Triumph Bonneville T100 and Scrambler 900 #bikereview #bikelife
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Compulsory Health Checks to Keep Your Licence - Yes or No?
The EU Parliament is debating whether or not road users should have to take a compulsory health check to retain their driving licence
New Royal Enfield Classic 650, Scram 650 on the Way
Two new motorcycles from Royal Enfield have been spotted during pre-production testing in India, both using the brand’s 650 platform
CFMoto 450SR Recalled Over Potential “Steering Difficulty”
The CFMoto 450SR and 450SR S have been recalled over an issue with the top box that can result in “steering difficulty”
This Wooden Suzuki Hayabusa Kit Looks Fiddly but Fun
A Japanese firm has created a very cute kit that allows you to replicate your Hayabusa in miniature form
Triumph looks to boost new rider numbers with Ticket to Ride
The Triumph Ticket to Ride initiative offers a £500 contribution towards the purchase of a Trident or Tiger Sport 660 for new riders
Fancy a £1m Hyperbike? Nope, Neither do we
The Ransom Archangel is a custom cruiser, powered by a 1,000cc inline four-cylinder and costs as much as a supercar!
Euro Chrome Ban - What Does it Mean For Bike Makers?
With the European Commission looking to ban chrome plating over health and environmental concerns, what does the future look like for bike makers?
Bye Bye Yamaha R1: The Beginning of the End For Superbikes?
The canning of the Yamaha R1 surely doesn’t bode well… or does it?
New Chinese Single-Cylinder Engine Is Reminiscent of Old Ducati Tech
Patent filings show a new single-cylinder engine from the Chinese manufacturer QJ Motor, with some resemblance to a 30-year-old Ducati design
European Consortium Developing Hydrogen Motorcycle
A German-Czech consortium has announced it is developing a new hydrogen-powered motorcycle using a fuel cell
Yamaha Racing Makes Decision on R1 Superbike
After earlier announcements of the approaching end of production for the Yamaha R1, Yamaha’s racing division has made its own decision on the bike
New Honda CBR400R and NX400 Arrive… In Japan Only
Honda has launched two new middleweight motorcycles, with the Honda CBR400R and NX400 both landing in Japan this week
CFMoto Preparing Electric Sports Bike
CFMoto is developing an electric sports bike, according to recent patent drawings, with a chassis derived from the 450SR
£7k Buys You an Early Big Bang Yamaha R1
With news emerging about the Yamaha R1 discontinuation, we thought we’d mark the occasion with a classifieds hunt
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Raceways Yamaha Rewarded for BSB Racing Success
Raceways Yamaha has received recognition from Yamaha UK for its racing effort, having concluded its final British Superbike campaign in 2023
Roland Sands Makes A Hero Out of the Hooligan With Special Edition Indian FTR
Indian has partnered with Roland Sands for a new special edition of its FTR naked bike, the Indian FTR Hooligan - named after the series it races in
Shocking Data Shows the Tiny Number of Vehicle Thieves Who Are Caught
Data from the Home Office has revealed that of all the vehicles stolen in the UK, just a tiny proportion of those responsible are caught and charged
Is a Triumph Tiger 660 Rally Coming to Challenge the Yamaha Tenere 700?
Rumours suggest that Triumph is working on an off-road 660cc adventure bike, with Triumph Mumbai fanning the flames on social media
Vmoto Readying Two New Sporty Electric Motorcycles
The Australian manufacturer, Vmoto, is reportedly preparing two new neo-retro electric motorcycles, one with cafe racer styling
Yamaha Debuts Revolutionary Hydrogen Engine (But it’s Not for Bikes)
Yamaha has debuted a new hydrogen engine, but unfortunately for us two-wheel enjoyers it’s an outboard motor for boats
TV Star Titch Cormack Has £13k Worth of Bikes Stolen From Biker Cafe
The star of a popular bike and engineering show has had two bikes stolen from his lock-up
Yamaha Invests in the Future With New UK Motocross Plans
Yamaha has announced new motocross plans for the UK that will see it put greater investment into young riders
Aprilia All Stars Confirmed For 2024 With June Date
MotoGP and WorldSBK legend Max Biaggi will lead an all-star cast at Aprilia All Stars at Misano
Own a Niall Mackenzie Suzuki GP Replica for as Little as £14,000
A Suzuki GSX-R750 is set to be auctioned in April, dressed in a replica livery of the Heron Suzuki team that Niall Mackenzie made his 500cc debut with