Mark Lancaster
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TORQUING POINT: Honda’s hybrid, hybrid?
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Alan Dowds takes a look at how this could help save petrol-powered bikes Honda’s electrically-supercharged V3 concept was one of the most interesting things shown at EICMA. Our man Dowds looks at how this could help save petrol-powered bikes Sometimes in life, things aren’t quite what they seem. When Honda unveiled a new 75° V-3…
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RISER: 60 day extended trial of RISER PRO
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RISER, (powered by Cardo) is a global motorcycle navigation and community platform designed to help riders discover new routes, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and elevate their riding experience. Whether riding solo or in a group, RISER ensures every journey is safer, smoother, and more adventurous. Unlock Premium Features Like Live Tracking, Offline Maps, PackRide &…
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TESTED: Alpinestars GP Tech V2 Gloves
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TESTED BY: Bruce TIME: 2 years PRICE: From £349.99 WEB: www.alpinestars.com I’ve worn a few gloves in my time, and I’ve crashed in plenty of them… including these GP Tech V2s. But before I get into how they coped when kissing the Tarmac, I’ll give a quick overview of the product. These sit right at…
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BIKING FREEDOM REGAINED for paralysed rider
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When Jacob Davies-Pyke was paralysed from the chest down, it forced him to adjust and reassess his life in every way. It also seemed like the end of something he was passionate about – riding bikes. But with enormous willpower, determination, and tailored and dedicated training, it didn’t take him long to get back on…
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NEW KIT: Keis B601RP heated vest
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If you’ve still not got a heated vest for riding in colder weather, then we pity you – it’s a genuine revelation. But now’s the ideal time to get in on the luxury heated lifestyle. Market leader Keis has redesigned its standard electric vest, with new inner cabling and redesigned comfort materials. The firm says…
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KTM: Round-up
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It had recently become clear that the financial situation at KTM’s parent firm Pierer mobility (which also owns GASGAS, Husqvarna and MV Agusta) was turning critical. Rumours of problems had been circulating since the summer, when the firm’s share price began to fall, a situation initially put down to the collapse in the e-bike and…
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STARK Varg EX
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Convinced that there’s no scope for an electric performance bike? The off-road world begs to differ, according to Alan Dowds. The battery-powered dirtbike segment is growing, with the problems of range being addressed, and other benefits like light weight, big power, plus no clutch or gears to manage appealing to many. The Stark Varg MX…
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DUCATI: Multistrada V2
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Insight from Alan Dowds… We raised an eyebrow when Ducati released the details of its next-generation V-twin motor a couple of months back. Okay, the purist in us appreciated the light weight, and a reset of the mad power escalator for what is, after all, a middleweight powerplant. But dropping the desmodromic valves, like shelving…
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TRIUMPH: Bobber TFC
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Alan Dowds brings us up to speed… We’ll be honest: some of the limited-edition Triumphs in recent years have been a bit underwhelming. A chrome tank, some pin-stripe paint lines, and an Elvis paint job are all pleasant enough, but we generally like a bit more in a special model. Like this – the new…
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SUZUKI: New four-year 0% offer
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Suzuki has launched a new 0% finance offer across a number of models in its on-road range. The offer is available over four years on either PCP or HP, with a minimum deposit of £1,000, and runs until the end of March 2025. The deal can be had on the GSX-S1000GX and GSX-S1000GT, as well as the…
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