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Indian Motorcycle expands UK service centre network
Indian Motorcycle has added to its UK service network with the Holywood Service Station in the Dumfries, Cumbria and Carlisle area.
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
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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PCC wants all motorcycles fitted with trackers and speed monitors
Northumbria PCC wants all motorcycles to be fitted with trackers to monitor both their speed and location at all times - is this fair?
MV Agusta Dragster London Special | Celebrates new London store
This special edition Dragster sports a UK flag colour scheme and London skyline to celebrate the opening of the Sloane Avenue MV Agusta store.
Mono-tracked all terrain vehicle, the Hamyak (or Hamster)
Powered by a 150cc scooter engine, the Hamyak is a custom-built all-terrain vehicle designed for the roughest of terrains. And can fit in a boot!
Brand new Triumph Scrambler 1200 for 2021 - XC, XE and Steve McQueen edition
The wraps have been pulled on the new 2021 Triumph Scrambler 1200 models, including an all-new limited edition Steve McQueen model!
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New KTM 1290 Super Duke RR sells out in under an hour
If you wanted to bag yourself a new KTM 1290 Super Duke RR, too bad, they sold out in under an hour!
Shark announces new 2021 EVO-GT Grand Touring motorcycle helmet
The new Shark EVO-GT modular ‘Grand Touring’ motorcycle helmet will be arriving in UK dealers this month
Future fuels - Yamaha builds 475hp powerplant and is taking orders for it!
Yamaha has this week announced a new electric powertrain capable of producing 475hp and for use in electric vehicles
The ultimate petrolheads holiday? Yamaha Island announced
Yamaha Italia might just have launched the ultimate petrolhead holiday destination, as the Island of Culuccia is set to host guests this year
Harley-Davidson working on emergency automated braking system
A patent filed by Harley-Davidson shows the Milwaukee-based manufacturer is working up a kind of emergency braking system
Harley-Davidson appoint Ford CEO Jim Farley to their board
Jim Farley is said to own a few classic Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and is now stepping up to board level to prepare for an electric future with the American manufacturer.
MSV acquire ex Norton base Donington Hall - Luxury Hotel planned
MotorSport Vision plan to turn the previous home of Norton Motorcycles into an exclusive, motorsport themed luxury hotel
Fully automated motorcycle tests may be on the horizon
Singapore will be trialling a switch to ‘Intelligent Driving Circuits’, a fully automated motorcycle test to replace human assessors.
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New motorcycle and scooter sales begin to bounce back
New motorcycle sales have been strong in the last month, with the total number of PTWs sold just down on the same period last year
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MAG launches petrol engine survey for motorcyclists
The Motorcycle Action Group has launched a poll of UK motorcyclists asking for their opinions on petrol-powered motorcycle use
Nobody likes smart motorways, an IAM RoadSmart web poll finds
Anyone surprised? 4500 people answered a web poll on smart motorways, with an overwhelming majority opposed to their use, and feel less safe using one!
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2021 MV Agusta Superveloce range revealed with new S model
MV Agusta has pulled the wraps off its 2021 Euro5 range of Superveloce motorcycles
Segway Apex H2 | Hybrid hydrogen electric motorcycle concept
Tron vibes. The Segway Apex H2 is the concept hydrogen electric hybrid motorcycle that’ll be ready for sale in 2023 - is this the future of motorcycling?
Superbike Factory finds new expansive Donington home
Motorcycle dealership Superbike Factory is moving into the building that previously held the Donington Grand Prix Collection
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Royal Enfield Slide School & 2021 Flat Track Racing with Gary Birtwistle
Get your skid on. Partnering with Gary Birtwistle for the Flat Track racing season, Royal Enfield to also launch nationwide Slide School: Dirt Craft.
UK roads have potholes filled once every 19 seconds - is it the same hole?
With a vast backlog of repairs and a 15% boost to budgets, a survey has found road conditions are yet to see any significant improvement. Potholes everywhere.
Royal Enfield confirms they are here to stay in Vietnam
Despite news to the contrary, Royal Enfield will continue selling motorcycles in Vietnam, as they seek to appoint a new distributor for the Vietnamese market.
New 2021 Suzuki GSX-S1000 teased ahead of full reveal
The Suzuki GSX-S1000 might be about to get its most radical redesign yet, as a new teaser video is released
New Euro 5 updates 2021 Kymco AK 550 - a seriously kitted out maxi-scooter
New updates 2021, with a Euro 5 compliant motor and new electronic throttle, this Kymco AK 550 maxi-scooter could still be a giant slayer.
London Assembly Rep: Give Motorcyclists TfL voice
London motorcyclists may have a friend in the form of Keith Prince, a London Assembly representative who is calling for more action to improve motorcyclists safety