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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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Electric motorcycle survey results | Half of UK bikers surveyed want electric!
A survey has been conducted getting UK motorcyclists' opinion on switching electric motorcycles - here are the results!
BMW Motorrad Days 2021 has been cancelled due to COVID-19
BMW has cancelled the 2021 Motorrad Days event scheduled to take place in Berlin later this year
Peugeot Motocycles - a new(ish) name, a new badge, a new start?
Peugeot Motocycles shows its new logo, distinguishing itself as not limited to just scooters. Is the 125cc and 300cc P2X on the way?
2021 Aprilia RSV4 and RSV4 Factory power output and torque revealed
The eagerly awaited 2021 Aprilia RSV4 and RSV4 Factory are edging closing and new details regarding the bikes have just arrived
New registration numbers dropping | Are motorcycle events the answer?
New motorcycle and scooter sales fall in January, according to MCIA data - do motorcycle events hold the key? Plus we list the top-selling motorcycles and scooters across the capacity ranges for January.
What we know about the Harley-Davidson 1250 Custom
The launch of the Harley-Davidson Pan America was the big talking point last month, but there was some insight into the new 1250 Custom model too
Urban Assault | Roland Sands Design and a KTM 790 Adventure | Custom motorcycle
Give Roland Sands a motorcycle and a brief, and it’s unbelievable what he’ll come out with. Here’s a custom KTM 790 Adventure named ‘Urban Assault’.
Have your say on the new and updated version of the Highway Code
The Highways England has launched a new consultation on proposed changes to the Highway Code – and you can have your say
How the Indian Challenger became the King of the Baggers
With the King of the Baggers getting its own three-round series in 2021, we take a look at how Indian turned the Challenger into a winner
'All Around the World 2' | Over 100,000km on a Kawasaki Versys X-300 Adventure
Maurizio Pistore is setting off on a Kawasaki Versys X-300 powered 'All Around the World' tour for the second time, and he'll cover over 100,000km setting off in July 2021.
Stunning new Brough Superior Lawrence announced for 2021
The Brough Superior Lawrence features all-new carbon fibre bodywork, a titanium frame and aluminium forks
Honda insider confirms the CB350 could be exported to other markets
A leading figure from Honda India has confirmed talks are taking place to see if the CB350 can be exported to other markets
Nicky Hayden is being inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America
The Kentucky Kid, Nicky Hayden, will be inducted in the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in the Class of 2021.
Bridgestone develops Techsyn tyres - longer life and better for the environment
Tyre manufacturer Bridgestone has partly developed a new type of rubber that is more durable and environmentally friendly than before
Swappable electric batteries consortium formed by Honda, Yamaha, KTM and Piaggio
Honda, Yamaha, KTM and Piaggio sign a letter of intent to set up a swappable electric batteries consortium for motorcycles and light electric vehicles.
Honda to revive the Transalp as trademark filed in the USA
The nameplate Transalp could be about to make a return to action as Honda files for the trademark in the USA
smart motorways to be scrutinised in Parliament over ‘genuine worries’
The UK’s network of smart motorways is to be the subject of a parliamentary inquiry into their safety and effectiveness
New biometric motorcycle parking system that scans your face and licence plate
A tech company has developed a motorcycle 'parking solution' that scans your face and licence plate before letting you roll in - it’s called UBio-X MPass.
Richa Scrambler 2 jacket - now available in UK dealers
Get a heritage look for your 2021 rides with the Richa Scrambler 2 jacket, including CE approved armour, removable thermal linings and adjusters.
UK petrol stations to begin selling E10 fuel this year
The new 90% fuel 10% bioethanol blend will begin flowing from UK petrol pumps in September this year
MV Agusta launches Euro4 sell out campaign in the UK
Italian makers of motorcycle art MV Agusta have launched an incentive to shift outgoing Euro4 motorcycles
ICON Motosports show their Spring 2021 motorcycle gear collection
Dropping the heat with their latest motorcycle gear - Icon Motosports from the US of A aren’t messing around, it all looks top.
Cyclists to wear cameras to report dangerous driving
Cyclists in Devon are taking part in a trial that will see them wear helmet-mounted cameras that will record acts of dangerous driving
XENA XX15 Bluetooth alarmed disc lock - futuristic stuff
A 120dB XENA alarmed disc lock with Bluetooth capabilities, allowing you to adjust the alarm settings and view battery level from the app.