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New D-locks from Hiplock
Product News
34m ago
Hiplok adds multibike options to anti-angle grinder D-lock range
Hiplok has expanded its 1000 Series with a new anti-angle grinder locking link and what it claims is the longest anti-angle grinder D-lock currently available.
2025 Streetfighter V4 S - static
General
1h ago
Ducati responds to Volkswagen sale rumours
A QJ Motor patent showing movable winglets
New Bikes
1h ago
QJMotor patents active winglets that could change superbike aero forever
Kawasaki H2
New Bikes
2h ago
Kawasaki's updated Ninja H2 could be getting a surprising power cut
General
Marc Marquez reveals reason for paying higher taxes than needed
21h ago
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
22h ago
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.
New Bikes
Suzuki gives award-winning naked more colours
03/07/26
2026 Suzuki GSX-8S.
General
Thames Valley Police is taking speed cameras where traditional vans can't go
03/07/26
A Thames Valley Police bike with a safety camera
General
Honda reveals savings worth £1,000 alongside new offers
03/07/26
The side profile of the new bike

Latest New Bikes News

A QJ Motor patent showing movable winglets
New Bikes
1h ago
QJMotor patents active winglets that could change superbike aero forever
A new QJMotor patent shows an IMU-controlled active winglet system that could adapt a sports bike's aerodynamics for braking, cornering and acceleration.
Kawasaki H2
New Bikes
2h 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
BMW M Motorsport frame for M1000 RR.
New Bikes
04/07/26
BMW brings long list of updates to flagship superbike
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.
New Bikes
2027 KTM enduro range gains subtle changes
15/06/26
KTM's new enduro motorcycles in action.

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

All Motorcycle News

General
10/05/11
RAC Foundation releases road death statistics
New group formed by the UN to end road deaths
Viral
10/05/11
Vicar attempts motorcycle hearse speed record
A vicar that wants to be quicker...
Industry
09/05/11
Hesketh to make a comeback with 150bhp bike?
Eccentric marque comes under new ownership, with plans for new models
General
06/05/11
Lambretta returns to the UK
Italian scooter marque to challenge for the commuter crown
Viral
06/05/11
Lady Gaga biker music video
With added cheese
General
05/05/11
Teaser video of the new MV Agusta F4
Because the world needs a faster MV F4...
Viral
04/05/11
What the world needed: research into bird poo
Paint-destroying myth busted. Sort of
General
28/04/11
Essex motorcycle cops use covert video
A good way to alienate bikers is to join their rideout and film them
New Bikes
27/04/11
Ducati's next-gen superbike a step closer
The latest on what's to be expected from the new Ducati superbike
General
27/04/11
Ducati Diavel on Prince William's wedding gift list?
£16,000 monster could be Prince's new wheels
General
26/04/11
F1 champ Vettel buys £60k chopper
120bhp chopper being built for Red Bull Racing driver
New Bikes
20/04/11
Production Honda New Mid revealed
Leaked pics show scooter concept without the show hall glam
General
19/04/11
Judges throw out No To Bike Parking Tax case
Recent ruling means councils across the UK are likely to charge for motorcycle parking
General
19/04/11
The weird and wonderful for sale at Stafford
The highlights from the upcoming Bonhams auction
New Bikes
18/04/11
Is this the 2012 Honda CBR600RR?
New patent could be a clue to what the new CBR6 will look like
General
14/04/11
Mike Hailwood Heuer watch for sale
Bid for a slice of motorcycling history
General
13/04/11
Royal Enfield's sixth open weekend
Enjoy a cup of tea and a scone in the Cotswolds
New Bikes
12/04/11
New big-bore Hondas coming...
...But what will they be?
New Bikes
09/04/11
Detail pics: Ducati Monster 1100 Evo
The Diavel is in the detail...
New Bikes
07/04/11
Honda developing next-generation bike airbags
Patents show airbag designed for a wider range of motorcycles
General
05/04/11
Late night shopping at Bike Stop
Stevenage shop to remain open till 8pm every Wednesday until the end of Summer
New Bikes
04/04/11
The return of the Honda DN-01
Would they really make another bike that looks like the DN-01?
General
01/04/11
The AA launches Pothole Assist
A new initiative to counter the 2.2 million pothole plague which has spread across the UK
Viral
31/03/11
Honda reinvents the bath chair
More patent oddity from Honda