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Norton collapse: Administrator’s report shines light on the numbers
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Norton’s Administrators, BDO have compiled a report into the state of Norton Motorcycles and the report makes for interesting reading. In light of the company going into Administration last month there have been calls by frustrated customers, suppliers and now MP Meg Hillier for more clarity to come out about what’s been going on at…
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Call for inquiry into Government cash ploughed into Norton Motorcycles
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An MP has called for an official investigation into the Government’s funds that were put into Norton Motorcycles. Meg Hillier MP will now write to both the Cabinet Office and the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) to request an official inquiry into what happened to Norton Motorcycles and how it led to…
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Lad uploads group ride video. Lands him and his mates 132 points and a 14,100 euros in fines.
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A group of ten Spanish bikers have been hit with 14,100 euros in fines and 132 points after one of the lads uploaded a video of their ride to the web. It’s tricky not to get a little bit carried away when you’re riding as part of a big group – and if you’re on…
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MotoAmerica is bringing Bagger races to the Superbikes at Laguna Seca
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As implausible as it sounds, it’s happening. According to MotoAmerica itself, the Stateside race series is teaming up with Drag Specialties for a race of booming V-twins at the Laguna Seca track on July 11. That’s a Saturday during the USA Superbike championship run and it’s the first ever King of the Baggers event as…
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CONFIRMED: Triumph Street Triple R WILL cost £8,900
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It’s been a poorly-kept secret but it’s just been confirmed by the British factory – the 2020 Street Triple R will take just under £9k out of your pocket. That’s £400 LESS than the previous Street Triple R. There’s a Low Ride Height version, it’s got three riding modes and a new face. It’s also…
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Here’s Triumph’s 2020 Triumph Street Triple R – a bit earlier than expected
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It’s appeared nice and early courtesy of the Ultimate Motorcycling website in the USA – and thanks to those lovely people we all get to see the new bike in it’s updated frowny glory. We’re expecting the British version of the bike, which will be unveiled officially by the factory later today, to cost a…
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What’s inside MoreBikes March 2020 issue?
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The latest edition of the brilliant NEW MoreBikes – the world’s BIGGEST motorcycle monthly publication – is out NOW and it’s completely FREE.
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Yamaha reveals range of BOLT-ON (or bolt-in) ELECTRIC motors. 27bhp to 264bhp.
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Yamaha’s developed a range of electric motors from 35kW to 200kW – and it could mean we’re getting closer to seeing an electric road bike from the Japanese factory. The prototype 35kW to 200kW interior permanent magnet synchronous motors can be used for a wide range of applications. The video shows the drive module fitted…
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New electric Hero motorcycle on sale in India for under £1,800
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It’s the first ‘real’ motorcycle from Indian company Hero and the AE-47 not only looks the part, it also costs mere peanuts compared to other electric bikes out there. OK, so it’s not designed to be the quickest, cleverest or most impressive electric bike – but it has been made to be practical and easy…
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Want to see Honda’s WSB 2020 Fireblade up close? Here you go.
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It’s a lovely piece of motorcycle for a Monday morning that’ll get you smiling. This is the factory Honda World Superbike Fireblade in testing garb, photographed between test sessions. Campaigned this year on the world stage by Leon Haslam and Alvaro Bautista, the bike is all-new and comes with a host of aerodynamic wings. Think…
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