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NEW KIT: Tucano Urbano TC33 Tail Bag
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A decent tail bag is an ideal stuff-lugger for most riders: it doesn’t get in the way like a tank bag can and doesn’t make your bike any wider like panniers. This 35-litre bag from Italian firm Tucano Urbano comes with its own tie-down attachments and integral rain cover, and has easy-access openings on both…
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BUYING A USED Ducati Streetfighter 848
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Jon Urry tells us what we need to know… Fancy a naked middleweight with a bit of attitude? Look no further than the Ducati Streetfighter 848 Ducati’s original Streetfighter model range was a bit of a flop for the firm, which, looking back, seems odd as on paper they had lots going for them. Powered…
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SHOEI X-SPR Pro tested
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Editor Bruce Wilson tells us what we need to know, after 2 years with the helmet: In my younger years, I’d have worn a saucepan on my head, but getting older, gaining responsibilities and realising that accidents happen has only focused my mind on wearing the best kit on the market. Now, I’m not here…
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REACH for the Skye
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Dave Manning went. Here’s his report: Aside from the fact that part of the fun in travelling to the Isle of Skye is delivered with the roads that take you there, there’s also some amazing riding to be had amongst the stunning scenery of the largest of the Inner Hebrides. Leaving the island’s capital of…
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NOLAN unveils Striking New LESMO Graphics for X-804 RS Ultra Carbon Helmet
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Nolan has just dropped two bold new graphic options for its top-tier X-804 RS Ultra Carbon helmet, and we’ve got all the details. Designed for serious riders who demand both performance and style, the LESMO range introduces ‘Shades of Style’ and ‘Fury of Performance’ – two visually distinct looks that echo Nolan’s racing heritage while…
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GET SET FOR ADVENTURE with R&G
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Whether you’re planning a long tour or simply need more storage on your daily commute, R&G has you covered with the new Adventure Rack range. Featuring a brand-new universal mounting plate, the R&G Adventure Rack allows riders to easily and securely install top boxes to their machine. Few things are more enjoyable than embarking on…
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FHO RACING Withdraws from British Superbikes
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In a surprising move that’s sent ripples through the paddock, FHO Racing has officially announced its withdrawal from the Bennetts British Superbike Championship. The team, which has been a mainstay in the series since 2021, cited a strategic shift in focus and resource allocation as the reason behind the decision. Run by team principal Faye…
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TORQUING POINTS: The Frame Game
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Alan Dowds outlines their importance… Alongside engines, frames are right up there in terms of importance for motorcycles. Over the years we’ve seen hundreds of different shapes, types and stiffnesses, made from a multitude of different materials. Which one’s best? Well, that’s a very good question. Here’s why… Most of the material design choices on…
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RIDDEN: Triumph Tiger Sport 800
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If you’re after one bike that can do it all, Triumph’s new Tiger 800 Sport could be just the ticket! Editor Bruce Wilson reports… Let’s be honest, we all want the world on a platter these days but unless you’re lucky enough to have the cash for two wholly different styles of bikes, the likes…
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LIVEWIRE S2 Mulholland
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The electric bike market is still having a pretty rough time, especially in the ‘full power’ sector. But fair play to the likes of Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire offshoot, which is still working away putting out new machinery. This curious-looking beastie is the new Mulholland, a battery-powered ‘performance cruiser’ built on the firm’s S2 powertrain. That means…
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