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Fabio Quartararo supports Sylvain Guintoli charity with Silverstone helmet raffle
Fabio Quartararo has gifted Sylvain Guintoli a special edition test helmet, with a raffle to follow at the British MotoGP this summer.
Latest New Bikes News
New colour from Suzuki will make your GSX-8R stand out
Suzuki GB has revealed a new colourway for the GSX-8R, which is the same one that was recently launched in Germany.
Latest Industry News
Honda is trying to convince Gen Z that bikes still make sense
Honda UK headed to Reading University with learner bikes, Ride Free test rides and its finance-led New Rider Programme in a fresh attempt to get younger riders onto two wheels.
Latest Viral News
Suzuki GSX-R750 left hanging from traffic light after collision
Motorcycle rider avoids life-threatening injuries after a collision sees his Suzuki stranded in a traffic light pole.
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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Myth Busting! Electric Motorbikes Edition | Episode 1
No need to fear, Visordown is here! We're going to talk about the best electric motorcycles in this article, and bust some myths in the process!
Are Kawasaki planning a retro naked version of the anticipated ZX-4R?
Kawasaki’s anticipated ZX-4R could also be joined by a neo-retro naked version with the same 400cc inline-four-cylinder motor.
Yamaha and Pol Tarres take the Tenere 700 to record heights
Yamaha and their Tenere 700 ambassador, Pol Tarres, have set a new altitude world record with their twin-cylinder adventure bike.
Check out this new, £4,000 release from Ducati, their new... watch
Ducati has announced a new partnership with the watchmakers, Bulgari, which will result in a new watch of the Bologna brand’s name.
Freddie Sheene and Stuart Graham to ride Barry Sheene's ex-GP Suzukis at Cadwell
Freddie Sheene will lead the parade of Barry Sheene’s ex-Grand Prix Suzuki race bikes at Suzuki Live in Cadwell Park on 10 June.
KTM to supply 250 SX-F engines for 2022 MotoStudent Competition
KTM have announced that they will be supplying the engines for the MotoStudent Competition this year, when it takes place once again in Aragon.
There is still just over one month to take advantage of Aprilia's finance offer
There is still just over one month left of Aprilia’s current finance offer which allows for bikes of 125cc and over to be purchased at 5.9% APR.
Benelli releases updated TRK 502 X in China, will the changes come to Europe?
Benelli has launched an updated version of its TRK 502 X adventure bike in China, with a new aluminium swingarm and TFT displays.
Ducati brings wings to the Streetfighter V2 with new carbon add-on set
If you ever looked at your V2 Streetfighter and thought “I would love it more if it had wings,” Ducati thought exactly the same thing.
Plymouth's 20mph speed camera caught 1,100 in a day
A new 20mph speed camera in Plymouth was able to catch over 1,000 speeding road users within 24 hours of its test phase beginning.
What’s your favourite riding song? | ULTIMATE RIDING PLAYLIST, Cardo & Visordown
We want to know the best songs to get your noggin noddin'! Help us build the Ultimate Riding Playlist with Cardo Systems | Commercial Content
Electrification could cut emissions of short journeys by half, US study finds
A US-based study has found that e-bikes could reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than two-times compared to combustion cars.
Win a 1959 BSA Gold Star DBD34 in the National Motorcycle Museum's summer raffle
The National Motorcycle Museum have announced the prizes for their summer raffle, after the winners of the winter raffle were announced at the end of April.
Yamaha launch Certified Pre-Owned platform to ensure second-hand bikes' quality
Yamaha UK has launched its own platform for the certification of second-hand motorcycles, aiming to ensure second-hand buyers receive quality products.
36th Biker Fest International to take place in Italy later this week
Biker Fest International returns this week in Lignano Sabbiadoro, near the city of Udine in Italy, between 19 and 22 May.
Triumph plans 120 official ride-outs to celebrate 120th anniversary
Triumph is planning 120 ride-outs to celebrate the brand’s 120th anniversary. They will take place throughout the year, and applications are already open.
New low-speed, zero emission regs look to target e-scooters
The UK government intends to create new legislation which will see e-scooters exist outside of motorcycle and motor vehicle rules.
Suzuki to demo restored Barry Sheene bikes at Cadwell Suzuki Live event
Suzuki is inviting owners and enthusiasts of its motorcycles to Cadwell Park for Suzuki Live this June, which will feautre track sessions and Suzuki racers.
Smart Motorways | Retrospective Safety Upgrades Added
National Highways is woking on the Smart Motorways network, converting existing safety cameras to detect ‘Red X’ violations and adding signage around refuges areas
Moto Guzzi to celebrate 100th anniversary this September in Mandello del Lario
Moto Guzzi has announced that its centenary celebrations will finally take place this September, after being forced to miss the anniversary last year.
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New Harley-Davidson Nightster set to tour UK dealers this month
Get up close to the new Harley-Davidson Nightster on the Revolution Max Tour – May 12 to 28
Leaked Honda NX renders indicate both 200cc and 500cc versions for 2023
Renders have been leaked of a Honda NX, but not of the 500 we reported on previously; rather, a smaller version is also on the cards.
Limited edition AD Koncept Suzuki GSX-S950 R announced
A limited-edition Suzuki GSX-S950 created by AD Koncept is to go on sale in France, with just 50-units up for grabs
Is the Mortagua Fighter 10 the most radical bike in the world?
Part of the fun of motorcycle shows is getting to see the weird things that creep between the lines of the motorcycle press. Expo Moto 2022 was no different.