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Six custom Harleys, six creators, one winner as Custom Clash goes live
Harley-Davidson has revealed the six motorcycles competing in its new Creators Custom Clash build-off, with creators from across Europe transforming stock bikes into one-off customs.
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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Miniature Harley-Davidson V-twin sounds just like the real thing!
The Cison FG-VT9 is a scale replica of a Harley-Davidson V-twin engine, boasting 9cc and making just under 1bhp – and we want one!
Ducati Unica becomes the place for one-off factory customs
Ducati Unica is a customisation aimed at creating Ducati motorcycles like no others in the world
The Iceman Cometh | Ex-F1 driver Kimi Raikkonen turns Kawasaki MXGP boss
Ex-F1 and 2007 World Champion Kimi Raikkonen is named as the new boss of Team Green Kawasaki for the 2022 MXGP World Championship
Selling 1000 units in 24 hours, the Stark Varg electric motocross bike
Despite deliveries estimated for February 2023, the all-electric Stark Varg sells 1000 units in its first 24 hours on sale.
Start 2022 with a bang by winning a Kawasaki Z650RS with Louis Moto
Let Louis Moto brighten your 2022 with a stunning brand-new Kawasaki Z650RS
Buy a bike, get a free NFT digital bike! | Motorcycle brand jumping in with NFTs
British motorcycle startup ‘Neo’ is looking to ‘bring the motorcycle world into the 21st century with cutting edge electric technology’ and an NFT digital model.
Motorcycle Working Group looks to revamp roads to be safer for bikes & bikers
It’s hoped that the ‘Guide to Designing for Motorcyclists’ will maximise motorcyclists safety on the roads by reminding engineers of the issues riders face.
Harley-Davidson unveils 2022 Low Rider S & ST, Road Glide ST & Street Glide ST
With heavy influence from the custom motorcycle scene, Harley-Davidson announce new performance-focused additions to the 2022 lineup.
French riders to be taught how to filter with official rules published
Lane splitting and filtering is currently being trialled in France, and now learners will be taught how to do it ‘properly’.
Intellias self-balancing motorcycle concept debuts at CES
Tech firm Intellias has revealed its self-balancing motorcycle concept at the CES event in Las Vegas
Police officer injured after being hit by motorcycle ridden wrong way down M25
Seen riding against oncoming traffic on the M25, a stolen motorcycle is seen dodging cars and traffic - and a police officer is left with serious injuries.
Danes face having their motorcycle confiscated for ‘insane’ riding
Danish authorities are confiscating three motorcycles a day for what the authorities is claiming is ‘insane’ riding
All Valentino Rossi fans need to see this exclusive behind the scenes interview!
Opening his doors to Graham Bensinger, Valentino Rossi shows off his illustrious Motor Ranch and opens up about his life & career in this series of videos.
Female motorcyclist world record attempt at Triumph HQ
Moto Advisor is attempting to beat the record for the world’s largest female biker meet at the Triumph Factory Visitor Experience this July
WATCH: Motorcycle thieves snatch bike under the noses of police
A shocking video found on social media seems to show a group of brazen motorcycle thieves taking a bike while the seemingly powerless police look on
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Road tax Rises | Is the motorcycle about to shine again?
With Vehicle Excise Duty likely to take another jump in April 2022, the motorcycle might be about to become even more popular than it is already
Africa Eco Race | Dakar rally raid is postponed until October 2022
Due to closed Moroccan borders and French vaccine rules, organisers of the Africa Eco Race are forced to postpone the rally from March to October.
IAM Roadsmart | Highway Code changes could increase road rage
The changes to the Highway Code that are scheduled to come into force on January 29th could cause confusion and even road rage
Yamaha electric scooter with swappable batteries to launch in Taiwan in March
It could be the solution many are waiting for, and the Yamaha EMF electric scooter will use the GoGoro swappable battery network in Taiwan.
The Manchester Bike Show – a triumph of hope over expectation!
Commercial Content: At last we finally have some good news for the Manchester Bike Show!
Bournemouth study finds drivers and riders see differently
A study carried out by Bournemouth University has found that drivers and riders see ‘different things’ while out on the road
Sharp-suited Honda CB300R back in the line-up for 2022
The Honda CB300R gains styling and technical updates for 2022, including new black on black colour scheme, improved suspension, and more
Mamma Mia! | How much is iconic scooter brand Vespa worth?
The classic lifestyle and fashion icon of Vespa scooters is forecast it to be worth almost €1bn after the Piaggio Group initiates a brand valuation
BMW working on adjustable seating for more ‘ample’ riding support
BMW is working on new saddle and seating solution for its motorcycles that provide greater width adjustment for greater riding comfort