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Richard Hammond reveals special Royal Enfield commemoration
Richard Hammond has teamed up with Royal Enfield by unveiling a special ‘World Origin Site’ plaque to celebrate the company’s 125th anniversary.
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
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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Kawasaki launches 2023 400s with fresh paint and Euro5 compliance
Kawasaki have launched the latest editions of their 400cc parallel-twins for 2023, with the Z400 and Ninja 400 receiving Euro5 certification for 2023.
From Indonesia, there is an electric scooter to make you feel like an astronaut
A new body kit for an Indonesian electric scooter is designed to make you feel like an astronaut, and it also offers a technical update to the original.
Could European moves to lower speed limits impact Britain, too?
The myth of the German Autobahn looks as though it will soon be over, as the legendary German highways are set to become speed-limited.
Benda's two V4 motors pose some interesting questions about its direction
The Chinese manufacturer, Benda, launched last year two V4 motors of different capacity. But what could they be used for?
Honda set to discontinue CB 400s, announce Final Edition Super Four and Bol d'Or
Honda looks set to discontinue the CB 400 Super Four and Bol d’Or models, as a Final Edition has been announced for release in Japan.
Get in depth with GasGas' SM 700 and ES 700 street bikes
GasGas has released a video explainer of its two new street bikes, the SM 700 and ES 700, after they were released at the end of April.
KTM aims for stability and control with 2023 450 SMR supermoto
KTM has launched its latest Supermoto bike, with the 450 SMR receiving some updates for 2023, including a lighter engine and other optimisations.
Triumph TE-1 set for full reveal in July after completing final testing phase
Triumph will reveal the final prototype, including photographs, video and technical details including range and charge time on 12 July 2022.
Alpinestars to recall GP Plus gloves containing cancer-causing Chromium (VI)
Alpinestars' GP Plus gloves have been ordered to be recalled after they were found to contain cancer-causing Chromium (VI).
Givi adds new electric section to help you find the right gear for your bike
As the world continues to electrify, it is becoming increasingly important also for brands who do not make the vehicles themselves to adapt.
Sena has launched two new smart helmets in Europe, with a full-face and flip-up
Sena’s two smart helmets, the Impulse and Stryker, are now available in Europe, featuring Bluetooth technology and LED tail lights.
Honda is moving forward on self-balance, steering-assist innovations
Honda looks to be getting closer to launching its first motorcycle with the ability to stay upright on its own and ride itself as low speeds
Continental recalls several motorcycle tyre ranges for tread separation
Continental Tire have recalled a number of their motorcycle tyres for risks of tread separation, which can increase the risk of crashing.
The one reason why UK ranks as one of Europe’s least safest nations to ride
UK is ranked as only the 18th safest country in Europe to drive... primarily because it has highest legal blood alcohol concentration level in the world
Gilera's Chinese-backed return set to feature a 1000cc twin
Gilera is set to return with a new bike derived from old Aprilia models thanks to a 987cc motor in its RA 9 concept.
Patent images show what a new Chinese 800cc four-cylinder bike could look like
China’s 800cc inline four-cylinder has been in development for a few years now, but now we have an idea of the bikes that will utilise it.
New ‘Super Speed Camera’ to begin on-road trials this summer
The Parifex Nano speed camera can not just measure a vehicle's speed, it can calculate distance, acceleration and much more
Energica Experia electric sports touring motorcycle launched
Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer Energica has taken the bold step of announcing the Energica Experia electric sports touring bike
Air Force crew punished for using aircraft to pick up a BMW motorcycle
Five crew members of the U.S. Air Force Reserves are downgraded after it emerges they chartered a Hurcules plane on a detour to pick up a motorcycle...
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Harley-Davidson forced to stop production for two weeks
Harley-Davidson’s production has been stopped for a week, and it won’t start again for another week, after regulatory compliance issues.
MotorLand Aragon manager dismissed after unauthorised 60,000 euro office spend
MotorLand Aragon’s manager has been dismissed for the unauthorised spending of almost 100,000 euros, including 60,000 on a new office.
MV Agusta announces summer offers, including free add-ons
MV Agusta’s summer offers includes money off, freebies and even offers on specific models, with almost £1,500 discounts available.
A Conservative MP has announced plans to introduce a noise camera on the A272
The Minister of State for Care and Mental Health, Conservative MP Gillian Keegan, has announced plans to introduce a noise camera on the A272.
MAG has launched a new campaign for default bus lane access for bikes
The Motorcycle Action Group’s new default bus lane access campaign seeks to make bus lane access uniform, and drop the current variability.