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Phil Read-inspired MV Agusta mini GP bike heads to auction
A mini MV Agusta GP bike, which was part of an official run of replicas commissioned by the Italian marque, has popped up for auction.
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
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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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Corrupt coppers, dodgy deals and dirt bikes ends in arrest for police chief
Having seized two motocross bikes, a commander and deputy of a local Italian police force have been placed on house arrest.
Oxford traffic filter system expected to bring in £1 million in fines
Oxford is set to introduce a trial for a new traffic filter system in 2024, preventing vehicles from travelling in certain areas.
Pricing announced for Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
Pricing has been announced for the new Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 and Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Tourer motorcycles.
WorldSBK-derived Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa V4 now available
Pirelli has announced that the fourth generation of its production racing-derived sports bike tyre, available in two versions, is now available.
MotoGP style calipers from Brembo to hit the streets in 2023
2023 will see Brembo release its updated MotoGP style GP4-MS calipers for road bikes with added cooling fins
Could the 'Morbidelli' name be making a return to motorcycling?
The Morbidelli name could be returning to motorcycles in the near future thanks to a potential revival of the brand from Chinese manufacturer, Keeway.
Spanish brand Wottan announces Rebbe 125cc motorcycle
Wottan, the Spanish motorcycle manufacturer, has announced anew 125cc naked motorcycle, the Rebbe, which is available with either CBS or ABS.
SBS introduces new "Better Brakes" sustainable brake pads
The brakes manufacturer, SBS, has announced a new line of brake pads called "Better Brakes" designed to be more sustainable and offer improved performance.
Yadea launches new commuter, the VoltGuard electric scooter
A new model, the VoltGuard, has been added by Yadea to its scooter range, adding to the electric element of its commuter roster.
New police data reveals Britain's speeding hot spots
Data has been published showing which places and roads have been the worst in Britain for speeding over the past two years or so.
Honda announces battery production partnership with LG
Honda has announced a new joint venture for battery production and supply with LG Energy Solutions, with production based in the US.
Suzuki GSX-S1000GT confirmed as best-selling sports tourer of 2022
The Suzuki GSX-S1000GT has been confirmed as the best selling motorcycle in the sports touring category for 2022, after going on sale in April.
Piaggio prepares innovative MP3 three-wheeler evolution
Piaggio is preparing a new development for its three-wheeled MP3 scooter range, with a fixed front fairing emerging in patent filings.
Honda re-imagines some iconic motorcycles as e-bikes
Honda has revealed some legendary lightweights from the past, revived as electric models that are heading to China
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Ducati records most successful year in 2022 with over 60,000 bikes delivered
2022 has been confirmed as Ducati's most successful year to date, as it marked its first year with over 60,000 motorcycles delivered.
Rider SR8: new 125cc-equivalent electric bike from young French brand
The French brand, Rider, has released a new electric bike, the SR8, which is scheduled for deliveries in February of this year.
2023 BMW R 1300 GS? The motorcycle riding public seems to think so!
BMW Motorrad has dropped its first teaser on social media, with people pointing to the imminent launch of the next-gen R 1300 GS
2023 BMW R 1300 GS? The motorcycle riding public seems to think so!
BMW Motorrad has dropped its first teaser on social media, with people pointing to the imminent launch of the next-gen R 1300 GS
2023 BMW R 1300 GS? The motorcycle riding public seems to think so!
BMW Motorrad has dropped its first teaser on social media, with people pointing to the imminent launch of the next-gen R 1300 GS
UK matches France for increases in cost of charging electric bikes
Rising electricity costs are impacting public charging stations, leading to increased costs for charging electric bikes that could be higher than petrol.
Italian police chase lasts two months, ends in France
A police chase which began with a stolen motorcycle in Italy was concluded two months later with a truck in the south of France, it has appeared.
Motorcycle racer blends two and four-stroke design in 1,300cc single
The motorcycle racer’s ‘hybrid’ engine is reputed to rev to 9,500rpm and produce a very healthy 150bhp!
Aprilia V4 shown in Piaggio variable valve timing patents
Piaggio is developing a variable valve timing system that could be used not only on the high performance models of Aprilia but also smaller bikes.
Join Blue Monday Film Night, & The Armchair Adventure Festival
The Armchair Adventure Festival has teamed up with two motorcycle mental health charities for the event