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New Ride Right campaign aims to keep green lanes and off-road riding open
The ACU, TRF, MCIA and NMC have launched Ride Right, a new campaign targeting illegal riding and helping protect the future of legal trail riding and off-road motorcycling in the UK.
Latest New Bikes News
Ducati expands off-road line-up with all-new Desmo250 MX
Ducati has launched the all-new Desmo250 MX, which takes after the bigger Desmo450 following its release one year ago.
LiveWire's tiny new electric bikes enter production as the UK price and delivery date it confirmed
09/06/26
Latest Industry News
BMW Motorrad boss handed key role in shaping Europe's motorcycle future
With new regulations, decarbonisation targets and changing city transport strategies on the horizon, BMW’s top man will now help steer the motorcycle industry's lobbying efforts in Brussels.
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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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.
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MotoFest Coventry 2023 set for June return, aiming for Ride-In record
MotoFest Coventry is set to return in 2023, following its 2022 postponement, and is scheduled to run on the first weekend of June.
Japanese custom builder involved in new Indian FTR project
A custom Indian FTR is set to be the result of a collaboration between Indian Motorcycle, Sideburn magazine, and Cheetah Custom Cycles.
France officially bans corporate greenwashing in 2023
Greenwashing is the act of claiming a product to be carbon neutral when its production and manufacture may be anything but
Sur-Ron looks to liven up city commutes with off-road-style electric bikes
Sur-Ron, the manufacturer of electric bikes out of China, is trying to liven up city commutes with convenient and enjoyable motorcycles.
FEMA survey finds motorcyclists most thoughtful commuters
A survey by the motorcycle organisation FEMA has found that motorcyclists are most considerate commuters
Spada launches 2023 motorcycle clothing range
Spada has launched its 2023 collection of motorcycle gear. The British brand's range for this year covers jackets, trousers, jeans, helmets and more.
Super Soco becomes Vmoto Soco UK as part of stability drive
Super Soco has been bought out by the Vmoto Soco Group, and will be renamed "Vmoto Soco UK" in an effort from the manufacturer to increase stability.
NMC receives Congestion Charge clarification from TfL
After concern was raised by classic motorcycle owners, the National Motorcyclists Council has obtained clarification on Congestion Charge rules.