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Indian Motorcycle reveals changes to popular savings offer
Indian Motorcycle recently introduced a £1 per cc discount offer aboard models from its Scout, Chief, and PowerPlus line-ups, however, that same offer now features a new addition.
Latest New Bikes News
Honda's V3R engine might just be the start of an entire new family of boosted bikes
Honda's electrically driven E-Compressor could find its way onto everything from commuter bikes to superbikes, if newly published patent drawings are anything to go by.
Latest Industry News
Ducati sale rumours return as Volkswagen weighs major restructuring
Volkswagen's biggest-ever restructuring has revived talk of Ducati changing hands, with advisers reportedly urging the German giant to cash in on one of its most valuable brands.
Latest Viral News
Before manufacturers discovered influencers, Triumph made this viral masterpiece
Motorcycle marketing has changed beyond recognition, but this classic Triumph Rocket III video remains as absolute comedy gold.
Videos
TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 - funny motorcycle commercial and viral advertising campaign
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
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Triumph’s Bajaj deal to bring A2 bikes to the UK
The partnership between the two brands will begin with a reported six bike range featuring A2 licence motorcycles to the UK, Europe and Asia
Strong start to year for UK motorcycle sales in January 2020
Sales of motorcycles in the United Kingdom enjoyed an upturn in January 2020, with the Honda PCX125 reclaiming its place at the top
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Vintage motorcycles saved in dealership blaze
Firefighters save a number of valuable vintage and brand-new motorcycles after fire rips through a dealership in Merseyside
Suzuki Burgman scooter to be discontinued with new model line?
The Suzuki Burgman range is set to be slimmed this year due to tightening emissions regulations with Suzuki hinting at new urban mobility options
Royal Enfield 500 engine bows out with Classic Tribute Black
After almost 100 years on the market, the venerable Royal Enfield 500 engine bows out with a very special final edition
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Triumph Street Triple R to get new facelift treatment
The updated 2020 Triumph Street Triple R is set to be brought into line with its siblings with a refreshed look and a Euro 5 compliant engine tweak
UK petrol and diesel vehicle ban brought forward to 2035
The UK will introduce a ban on fossil fuel-powered vehicles in 2035, five years earlier than initially forecast but still behind other European nations
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WATCH: On-track punch-up lands Arenacross riders with lengthy bans
Ash Greedy and Gradie Fatherstone are banned for 18 months and 12 months respectively after a fight on-track at an event in Birmingham
Tributes paid following death British Speedway racer Danny Ayres
Tributes have been paid to leading British Speedway rider Danny Ayres following the news of his unexpected death last week
Construction on new ‘Smart Motorways’ halted amid safety fears
Huge multi-million pound projects to 'upgrade' to smart motorways is halted after shocking safety concerns are exposed in BBC documentary
KTM, Husqvarna drive record sales jump in 2019
KTM and Husqvarna's global model offensive drives the group to record sales in 2019 for a ninth consecutive year, selling 280,099 units
Motorcycle Training centres struck off for selling CBTs
A number of motorcycle training centres have been struck off including some that were selling CBT certificates
Details emerge over Norton collapse amid brewing pensions scandal
An investigation reveals Norton Motorcycles is embroiled in a serious pensions and fraud scandal running into the millions
Aprilia RS 660 to make real-world public debut at Mugello event
The all-new Aprilia RS 660 sportsbike will get its proper public unveiling at the Aprilia All Stars event at Mugello on May 9
Cagiva nameplate returning in 2021 as electric motorcycle brand
MV Agusta confirms it will be resurrecting the iconic Cagiva nameplate for a new range of low-powered electric motorcycles
Norton Motorcycles forced into administration
Norton Motorcycles has entered administration, bringing a potential final chaptrer to one of Britain's oldest and most iconic nameplates
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MV Agusta ADV, 950 and 350 ranges are on the way
MV Agusta President Timur Sardarov reveals a new line of 350cc and 950cc models are on the way, as well as the first MV Agusta ADV bike
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Never ride and shower at the same time... in case you didn't know
Two men filmed lathering up and 'showering' while riding a motorcycle in Vietnam are tracked down by police and handed fines
Harley-Davidson US sales slump for a fifth consecutive year
Harley-Davidson motorcycles sales in the United States slide for a fifth consecutive year as company turns its attentions to overseas investment
Claire Lomas to attempt London Marathon in wheelchair and biker gear
Paralysed Claire Lomas MBE will attempt to complete the 2020 London Marathon in her wheelchair... while wearing full biker leathers and helmet
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New Benelli tourer could be on its way from China
The new Chinese-built Qianjiang QJ1200-3 tourer could find its way to Europe next year as part of the Benelli motorcycle range
Detailed pics and specs of the 2020 Honda CBR250RR
Lightweight sportsbike boasts more power over the outgoing model and more goodies than some of its 250cc rivals
Smart motorways to undergo urgent review
The review has come too late for some, as death toll reaches 38 people in five years
Bridgestone to launch airless tyres
The new tech is said to be rolled out to bicycles and trucks although it could work with some motorcycles