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Casey Stoner on stage at WDW with Ducatisti behind him.
General
44m ago
WDW headlined by major guests, special models and over 118,000 visitors
Ducati has celebrated 100 years with a special line-up including Casey Stoner, limited-edition motorcycles, and a huge crowd over three days at Misano.
Ex-Richard Hammond Norton Dominator. Credit: Historics Auctioneers.
General
1h ago
Super rare Norton previously owned by Top Gear star heads to auction
The 2027 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS
New Bikes
3h ago
Triumph refreshes six models with new models for 2027
New D-locks from Hiplock
Product News
5h ago
Hiplok adds multibike options to anti-angle grinder D-lock range
General
Ducati responds to Volkswagen sale rumours
6h ago
2025 Streetfighter V4 S - static
New Bikes
QJMotor patents active winglets that could change superbike aero forever
6h ago
A QJ Motor patent showing movable winglets
New Bikes
Kawasaki's updated Ninja H2 could be getting a surprising power cut
7h ago
Kawasaki H2
General
Marc Marquez reveals reason for paying higher taxes than needed
06/07/26
Marc Marquez at the 2026 Dutch MotoGP. Credit: Gold and Goose.
General
Himalayan Base Camp 2026 promises an immersive experience at above 5,000 ft
06/07/26
Royal Enfield Himlayan Basecamp - 2026
General
Prolific motorcycle theft gang ‘The Repo Men’ busted in Bristol
06/07/26
The four men jailed for more than twenty years
New Bikes
Ducati to unveil first supermoto at World Ducati Week
06/07/26
Ducati Desmo450 SM on stage at World Ducati Week.
Product News
Bee cool this summer with the new Weise summer riding gloves
05/07/26
Weise Hive gloves.
New Bikes
BMW brings long list of updates to flagship superbike
04/07/26
BMW M Motorsport frame for M1000 RR.
New Bikes
BMW ushers in a new line of updates to luxury touring models
03/07/26
BMW K1600 Grand America.

Latest New Bikes News

The 2027 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS
New Bikes
3h ago
Triumph refreshes six models with new models for 2027
Triumph has unveiled a fresh range of paint finishes for six models ahead of the 2027 model year, with the updated bikes arriving in UK dealerships from August 2026.
A QJ Motor patent showing movable winglets
New Bikes
6h ago
QJMotor patents active winglets that could change superbike aero forever
Kawasaki H2
New Bikes
7h ago
Kawasaki's updated Ninja H2 could be getting a surprising power cut
Ducati Desmo450 SM on stage at World Ducati Week.
New Bikes
06/07/26
Ducati to unveil first supermoto at World Ducati Week
New Bikes
BMW brings long list of updates to flagship superbike
04/07/26
BMW M Motorsport frame for M1000 RR.
New Bikes
BMW ushers in a new line of updates to luxury touring models
03/07/26
BMW K1600 Grand America.
New Bikes
Suzuki gives award-winning naked more colours
03/07/26
2026 Suzuki GSX-8S.
New Bikes
Honda's V3R engine might just be the start of an entire new family of boosted bikes
01/07/26
The Honda V3R E-Compressor
New Bikes
Brough builds another carbon stunner we’ll probably never see on the road
30/06/26
The fuel tank of the Brough Dagger S
New Bikes
Moto Guzzi is about to break with a hugely significant tradition
29/06/26
The engine of a motorcycle
New Bikes
Vespa celebrates 80th anniversary in style with new model
26/06/26
All-new Vespa Edizione Ottantesimo.
New Bikes
Norton Atlas reaches production milestone ahead of customer deliveries
24/06/26
A Bosch six-axis IMU joins cornering ABS, traction control, cornering cruise control, wheelie control and slide control.
New Bikes
Ducati expands off-road line-up with all-new Desmo250 MX
19/06/26
New Ducati Desmo250 MX.
New Bikes
Norton’s all-new 206 bhp superbike arrives in the UK
19/06/26
The new Norton Manx R superbike.

Latest Industry News

2026 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally
Industry
03/07/26
VW finally addresses Ducati sale rumours
Volkswagen has responded to reports suggesting Ducati could be sold, and its carefully crafted statement leaves plenty of room for interpretation.
Industry
02/07/26
Hagerty to acquire Bennetts in £34 million deal
The BMw Motorrad CEO, Markus Flasch
Industry
23/06/26
BMW Motorrad boss handed key role in shaping Europe's motorcycle future
Christof Lischka during his time with BMW
Industry
11/06/26
KTM poaches BMW Motorrad tech chief Christof Lischka as executive board reshuffle completes ahead of 2026 production push
Industry
"Respect is not surrender": Indian claps back in Harley-Davidson influencer row
11/06/26
Indian Chief Vintage. Credit: Indian Motorcycle.
Industry
Harley moves Revolution Max manufacturing – but probably not in the way you are thinking
10/06/26
Harley-Davidson 1250cc Revolution Max Engine
Industry
Riders aren't buying into electric road bikes – and rising costs are playing a part
09/06/26
Charging an Energica
Industry
How scooters and motorcycles could unlock major urban space gains
02/06/26
A scooter in a high rise urban environment
Industry
Indian launches ARO performance division to rival Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle
29/05/26
Indian America Racing Operations - ARO
Industry
Honda is trying to convince Gen Z that bikes still make sense
22/05/26
Honda targets new generation of riders with Reading University event
Industry
LiveWire’s latest move proves electric dirt bikes might be the only EV segment that’s actually working
19/05/26
A dirst bike being ridden in woodland
Industry
KTM sales surge 125 per cent as Bajaj-backed turnaround gathers pace
19/05/26
2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica in action.
Industry
Royal Enfield is opening new plants: annual capacity to increase by around 900,000
18/05/26
Royal Enfield Classic 650 tank
Industry
From Bristol cycle shop to UK bike giant: Fowlers hits 100 years
15/05/26
A Manx Norton outside the Fowlers motorcycle dealership in the 1960s

Latest Viral News

A Triumph Rocket III
Viral
01/07/26
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.
The Batman Lagos de Moreno
Viral
30/06/26
Holy stolen motorcycles! Mexico's caped crusader is cleaning up the streets
Billy Bolt performing a wheelie outside the new Everton stadium
Viral
09/06/26
When two wheels meets the game of two halves: Bolt Vs Pickford spot kick challenge
Suzuki GSX-R750 stuck in a traffic light pole.
Viral
13/05/26
Suzuki GSX-R750 left hanging from traffic light after collision
Viral
Two convicted over £140k bike heist – but both expected to walk free
28/04/26
Two convicted over £140k bike heist
Viral
Zayn Sofuoglu seen riding a Kawasaki H2R at just six years old
26/03/26
Zayn Sofuoglu riding a Kawasaki H2R
Viral
Appleyard Motorcycles suffers devastating bike theft attack
13/03/26
CCTV footage of thieves stealing Husqvarna motorcycles
Viral
This custom LiveWire might be the most stunning bike of 2026 – or most disgusting?
10/03/26
Gas Monkey Garage custom LiveWire Alpinista chopper. Credit: YouTube/Gas Monkey Garage.
Viral
Josh Herrin survives pit lane collision at Daytona
10/03/26
Josh Herrin and the camera operator at the Daytona 200
Viral
Toprak Razgatlioglu wows the crowds during unusual Tuk Tuk race
02/03/26
Toprak Razgatlioglu and Jack Miller racing a Tuk Tuk. Photo credit - Gold and Goose
Viral
Moto2 star David Alonso seemingly crashes after racing a plane
16/02/26
David Alonso racing an aircraft
Viral
Watch as Colby Raha leaps 275 feet on a dirt bike
09/02/26
Watch Colby Raha make history with record-breaking 275-foot jump
Viral
Toprak Razgatlioglu’s latest stunt will blow your mind
28/01/26
Toprak Razgatlioglu driving a Yamaha YXZ1000R
Viral
Family business rocked by theft of Grinch motorcycle display
08/01/26
The Grinch's 'race face'
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'Brazen' criminals jailed after stealing around £1 million-worth of motorbikes
'Brazen' criminals jailed after stealing around £1 million-worth of motorbikes
TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 - funny motorcycle commercial and viral advertising campaign
TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 - funny motorcycle commercial and viral advertising campaign
We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
Rv Turner and Sharp
Rv Turner and Sharp
Yamaha R7 2026 Review: Still The Benchmark For entry-level Sports Bikes?
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?
The World's First Ever Self-Balancing Bike Is Here.. But Do We Need It?
RIDE, AGAIN | Harley-Davidson
RIDE, AGAIN | Harley-Davidson
One Of These Bikes Clearly Comes Out On Top: Triumph Tracker and Thruxton 400 Tested
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?
BMW F450 review | Is this the GS the G310 should have been?
Kawasaki Z650 S 2026 Review: Comfort, Control And A Few Compromises
Kawasaki Z650 S 2026 Review: Comfort, Control And A Few Compromises

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General
04/07/18
Where can I watch the Travis Pastrana Evel Knievel jumps?
It's not just for the colonials to watch: you can see it in the UK too...
General
04/07/18
Trump invites other bike makers to US in Harley snub
Trump was less than best pleased with the Milwaukee manufacturer...
General
04/07/18
Trump invites other bike makers to US in Harley snub
Trump was less than best pleased with the Milwaukee manufacturer...
Trakking tracker device
General
04/07/18
Honda putting trackers on all new bikes
Solid anti-theft move from the big H - will others follow?
General
03/07/18
Triumph launches Advanced Apprenticeship Programme
Learn and work at the same time with Triumph
General
03/07/18
Channeling Evel: Pastrana prepares to reenact Knievel jumps
'Evel Live' will hit US screens from 8pm on Sunday...
Wunderlich X-Ray clear valve covers
Product News
03/07/18
Clear your head with these transparent BMW valve covers
Smart see-through covers let you watch your R1200's valves doing their thing
General
03/07/18
Moped gang pose as undercover officers in worrying new crime tactic
The pair stuck flashing blue lights to their helmets before pulling over a taxi 
Hickman Trooper replica Shoei X-Spirit
Product News
02/07/18
Shoei launches special Hicky replica X-Spirit III gift set
Limited-edition Pete Hickman Trooper replica lid comes packed with goodies
Nextbase nark-cam
General
02/07/18
Dashcam firm launches spy-in-the-car campaign
Nextbase setting up app to send its dashcam footage straight to the police.
Richa Ravine gloves
Product News
02/07/18
First look - Richa Ravine race gloves
Smart summer racey gloves from Richa on test
Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT
General
02/07/18
Zero per cent interest deals on Suzuki V-Stroms
UK buyers get FREE MONEY to buy Suzuki's 1000 and 650 adventure tourers
Bradley Ray
General
30/06/18
Bradley Ray confirmed for Yoshimura 8 Hours squad
Suzuki's wild-barnetted BSB prodigy gets the golden ticket for a Suzuka 8 Hours ride
TCX RT-Race Pro boots
Product News
29/06/18
First look – TCX RT-Race Air Pro boots
Top-end vented race boots from Italian firm TCX on test
Norton Atlas 650
New Bikes
29/06/18
New Norton Atlas will have to shoulder a big load
Middleweight scrambler-style twin will be vital for firm’s future
General
29/06/18
Indian rub Harley’s nose in it with patriotic video
Steel tariffs are causing Harley issues and Indian is taking advantage
General
29/06/18
Bike test numbers take a tumble
Practical tests down in double-digit percentages so far this year
General
29/06/18
Camier confirmed in Honda's factory Suzuka team
Camier gets the call-up for works duty at the 2018 Eight-Hours
New Bikes
28/06/18
Honda unveils new fuel-shy Super Cub C125
It's a new commuter scooter for the Shoreditch massive...
General
28/06/18
WorldSBK format must change, says UK race boss
For WorldSBK to be a success in Britain, the race weekend format has to be altered
General
28/06/18
Boeing set $2M flying bike challenge
Meet George Jetson...
General
28/06/18
2018's top ten adventure bikes (so far)
Adventure bikes are still the hottest property on the market at the moment, but which ones are on top?
General
27/06/18
Enfields in aid of Elephants
The Royal Enfields joined a fleet of quintessentially Indian vehicle to raise awareness of Asian Elephants' plight
Product News
27/06/18
Beeline Moto launches neat new navigation tool
The £149 kickstarter project was funded in just 10 hours