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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
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
All Motorcycle News
CCM Motorcycles secures new investment, now looking to expand operations
Currently celebrating its 50th year, CCM Motorcycles has announced a significant investment by Pitalia Capital - more bikes and increased availability awaits.
Volvo sister brand Lynk & Co reveal motorcycle move, first model
Fledgling Chinese premium marque Lynk & Co - sister brand to renowned Swedish firm Volvo - reveal Benelli-based model for first motorcycling foray
The curious Zongshen Cyclone RA9 is Aprilia Shiver meets LEGO Technic set
The Zongshen Cyclone RA9 looks like it has arrived from the future... but solid Aprilia Shiver underpinnings suggests it is intended for today
Toy Story 4 didn’t rip-off Evel Knievel with Keanu Reeves character, court rules
The son of legendary stuntsman and entertainer Evel Knievel fails in his bid to sue Disney Pixar over the use of a similar character in Toy Story 4
Ever dropped your lid? A quick £40 scan could reveal hidden damage within
Wondering if you can use your lid after a light drop? The Helmet Inspection Company is offering a service that can scan your motorcycle helmet to reveal any hidden damage within - and it’s just £40
Triumph and The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride renew vows for further five years
Continuing on as main partner and supporter of the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride for five years, Triumph confirm their support for the charity fundraiser.
The Retrovolution has landed! Kawasaki Z650RS officially released
The middle-weight pack has gained a new retro machine, as the classy looking Kawasaki Z650RS is revealed
Honda patent reveals headlight mounted radar system
Honda is looking to move to a more aesthetically pleasing answer to the radar question, with headlight mounted sensors
What is Kawasaki preparing to reveal at the 2022 EICMA show?
Kawasaki says it is preparing to reveal multiple models in the weeks leading up to EICMA where rumours suggest a Kawasaki ZX-6R successor is coming
MotoGP rider Maverick Vinales reacts to death of racer cousin Dean Berta
MotoGP rider Maverick Vinales pays tribute to teenage cousin Dean Berta Vinales, who died in an accident at the WorldSSP 300 event in Jerez
Quality, efficiency, engineering… but did you know your Honda can also jam?
The Honda motorcycle range clears its throaty engines to turn orchestra in this clever - if maybe not so effective - attempt at singing a jaunty tune...
Tributes pour in for late WorldSSP 300 racer Dean Berta Vinales
The motorcycling community rallies around the Vinales family following the death of 15-year old WorldSSP 300 rider Dean Berta Vinales in Jerez
Dean Berta Vinales, 15, passes away following WorldSSP 300 incident
Dean Berta Vinales - cousin to MotoGP rider Maverick and WorldSBK racer Isaac - has passed away following an accident in the Jerez WorldSSP 300 race
Ducati DesertX adventure motorcycle set for 2022 dust off!
The Ducati DesertX concept from EICMA 2020 has been confirmed for a 2022 release
E-scooters reclassified as ‘Powered Transporters’ | Will e-scooter laws change?
After a meeting between the NMDA and Department for Transport, the e-scooter has been reclassified as a ‘Powered Transporter’.
Unlicenced and uninsured driver jailed after killing motorcyclist
A driver with no insurance or licence has been jailed for four and half years after killing an OAP motorcyclist in crash
Robbie Maddison performs motorcycle backflips 5,000 feet up!
Stunt legend Robbie Maddison has performed motorcycle backflips from a ramp suspended under a helicopter nearly 5,000 feet in the air!
Fancy a ride out? Royal Enfield ‘One Ride’ takes place this Sunday!
Rides are planned in the UK & across the world, thousands of riders will be heading out on the Royal Enfield ‘One Ride’ this Sunday, the 26th of September.
Ricky Carmichael tears it up on the new Triumph Tiger 1200
Triumph has just released a teaser video showing Motocross legend Ricky Carmichael trying out the new Triumph Tiger 1200
Harry Dunn family and Anne Sacoolas reach damages deal
The family of killed teenager Harry Dunn have reached a ‘resolution’ with the teenager’s alleged killer, Anne Sacoolas
Chinese built 150bhp V4 motorcycle engine breaks cover
A Chinese built V4 engine has been announced boasting 1198cc and a fairly lacklustre 150bhp
Official | The world’s greatest stag or hen venue has been found!
Little Talladega might just be the perfect venue for a petrol heads pre-wedding stag party
Can a Kawasaki ZX-14R or Suzuki Hayabusa out-drag a Tesla Model S Plaid?
Can a Kawasaki ZX-14R or new Suzuki Hayabusa be out-dragged by the heavier but startlingly fast 1020bhp Tesla Model S Plaid...?
Suzuki GSX-S1000GT has eyes on sports touring prize
The new Suzuki GSX-S1000GT features all the comfort and tech you’d expect from a top-class sports touring motorcycle