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Bike Fest custom build winners revealed
Custom BSA motorcycle receives special award from Carl Fogarty, while Harley-Davidson dominates the 2026 Bike Fest International.
Latest New Bikes News
2027 KTM enduro range gains subtle changes
KTM has launched its 2027 enduro range, which features seven models, and a starting price point of £8,799.
LiveWire's tiny new electric bikes enter production as the UK price and delivery date it confirmed
09/06/26
Latest Industry News
KTM poaches BMW Motorrad tech chief Christof Lischka as executive board reshuffle completes ahead of 2026 production push
KTM has appointed former BMW Motorrad development boss Christof Lischka as its new head of technology and product, completing a reshaped executive board as it pushes ahead with its 2026 recovery.
Latest Viral News
When two wheels meets the game of two halves: Bolt Vs Pickford spot kick challenge
Hard enduro star Billy Bolt and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford go head-to-head in a football challenge unlike anything seen before inside Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium.
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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Kawasaki announces new promotions on 2023 motorcycles
Kawasaki has announced new finance and retail offers covering its entire 2023 range of motorcycles, from 125s to supercharged 1000s.
Goodyear to implement "reinvigorated approach" to Avon Tyres
Avon Tyres will take a new, condensed approach from now on, according to a press release issued by Avon's parent company, Goodyear.
KTM announces new £500 saving on 125 Duke and RC 125
KTM has announced another new 'Powerdeal', this time relating to the lower end of its range, and the 125 Duke and RC 125.
Have speed cameras on M1 and M25 been set to 72mph?
Information circulated on social media suggested that speed cameras would be set to 72mph on the M1 and M25, but is it true?
Norton Atelier storefront opens at London Bike Shed
The new Norton Atelier has been unveiled at the Bike Shed in London. Motorcycle purchases, test rides, and apparel will all be available.
Special edition Triumph Bonneville announced with Distinguished Gentleman's Ride
A new Triumph Bonneville T120 special edition has been announced as part of the collaboration between Triumph and the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride.
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NMC calls for UK government to change decarbonisation strategy
The National Mootrcyclists Council has reinforced its position that the UK government should be technologically neutral when considering decarbonisation.
Leonart Rigger: New electric motorcycle from Spain
The Leonart Rigger is the first electric motorcycle from the Spanish brand, which goes into direct competition with multiple compatriot marques.
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Suzuki offers new Service Activated Warranty for new and used bikes
A new Service Activated Warranty is now available for Suzuki owners, meaning their bikes' warranty will extend on being serviced.
KTM offers new £2,000 trade-in bonus on 1290 Super Duke and 1290 Super Adventure
A new promotion has been announced by KTM, offering a £2,000 trade-in bonus when buying from one of four KTM 1290 models.
Honda wins Red Dot Design Awards for 2023 Hornet, Transalp
The Honda CB750 Hornet and Honda XL750 Transalp have both won Red Dot Design Awards for 2023, continuing the success of Honda two-wheelers.
SW-Motech launches Ducati DesertX crash protection add-ons
SW-Motech has launched a new range of crash protection accessories for the Ducati DesertX, including crash bars and axle sliders.
Harley-Davidson adds new Adventure Centre dates
New dates have been added by Harley-Davidson for the H-D Adventure Centre, which is now available for bookings from April through December.
New Shark Skwal i3 motorcycle helmet features integrated brake light
Shark has launched the latest iteration of its Skwal motorcycle helmet platform, the Shark Skwal i3, which features an integrated brake light.
Caofen F80 electric motorcycle set for April UK launch
A new electric motorcycle is on the way to the UK next month in the form of the Caofen F80, which features no welds in the frame and a two-hour charge time.
Phoenix Motorcycle Training partners with Mental Health Motorbike
Phoenix Motorcycle Training and Mental Health Motorbike have partnered to qualify motorcycle training staff as Mental Health First Aiders.
KTM brings Cardo Packtalk Edge to Motohall Ride Orange Experience
The KTM Motohall Ride Orange Experience will now feature the KTM Cardo Packtalk Edge, as part of an expansion of the collaboration between KTM and Cardo.
Caberg launches new Levo X modular motorcycle helmet
A new modular/flip-up motorcycle helmet has been launched by Caberg in the form of the new Levo X, which comes in standard, Manta, and Carbon variants.
Yamaha "halfway" to self-stabilising production goal
Yamaha is continuing the development of its AMSAS stabilisation system, and is "halfway" to its goal of bringing it to production models.
Kawasaki Eliminator 400 announced for some Asian markets
The Kawasaki Eliminator 400 uses the Z400/Ninja 400 engine, and a new frame and suspension set up
MAG suggests "radical alternative" to try to save ICE motorcycles
A meeting between Motorcycle Action Group figures and the Minister of State, Jesse Norman, saw a consideration of an alternative future.
Y’S Gear announce retro cafe racer kit for Yamaha XSR900
The bolt-on kit from Y’S Gear turns your Yamaha XSR900 into a cafe racer inspired by Yamaha’s 500cc Grand Prix race bikes
Venhill makes throttle cables available for KTM, Husqvarna two-strokes
Venhill has made its throttle cables available for two-stroke dirt bikes from KTM and Husqvarna, offering a direct replacement from the OEM cable.
Suzuki announces 2023 summer test ride tour dates
Suzuki has announced the dates and locations for its 2023 'summer test ride roadshow' with the bike selection including Suzuki's new 776cc twins.