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TORQUING POINT: Always wear protection
Alan Dowds explains… I’m getting old (aren’t we all), but still like to think I can keep up with the kids when it comes to tech and the like. I can wrangle a non-booting Apple Mac, build a PC from scratch, clean the sensor on a digital camera, and swap the cam belt on a…
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DAY RIDE: NW200 & Antrim Coast
The North West 200 course is a treat to ride, but so are the roads around it… Dave Manning reports: Having never witnessed any kind of road racing on the eastern side of the Irish Sea, I was keen to get my first experience of the North West 200, despite over the last couple of…
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NEW KIT: LS2 Dragon Helmet
A new full-face performance helmet from premium Chinese maker LS2, the Dragon lid has a top spec at a very decent price. Designed at the firm’s R&D centre in Barcelona, the Dragon comes with a 6K carbon fibre outer shell – giving a light lid (from 1400g), with full ECE22.06 approval. All the vents and…
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August 2025
We have another high-octane issue of MSL ready for you – this time, Morbidelli T1002V, Triumph Tiger Sport 660, Honda NC750X, & much more!
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YAMAHA XZR900 Thunderbolt
Another concept supersport machine, but at the opposite end of the scale from the BMW we talked about yesterday on a number of fronts. Where the BMW Concept RR was a primped-up full-factory project, this is a labour of love, handbuilt over a couple of years by an artisan British custom bike builder, Marc Bell…
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August 2025
Take a look at the best custom bikes of old in the August issue of Back Street Heroes!
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BMW Concept RR
To lovely Lake Como in northern Italy, where the annual Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este car and bike show takes place. BMW is one of the organisers of this high-end gig (apparently it makes Goodwood look like the BMF show) and always shows off a concept car and bike or two. This year was the turn…
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KOVE 800 X Rally 250
Smart-looking Chinese bikes are becoming like London buses – lots of them appear all the time, and they’re pretty cheap and efficient. There is less chance of being stabbed on one, though. Probably. Alan Dowds tells us more… Anyway, here’s another one: the Kove 800 X Rally. It’s got an 800cc parallel twin engine which…
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August 2025
As always, our August edition of Fast Bikes magazine is packed with product guides, columns, and fantastic features.
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MV AGUSTA Superveloce 1000 Ago
With the financial collapse of parent firm Pierer Mobility at the turn of the year, MV Agusta finds itself operating as an independent outfit once more, separate from KTM and the other firms in that group. It’s issued an update from boss Luca Martin, detailing how it’s setting up new logistics, parts supply, and a…
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YAMAHA Tracer 7 and 7 GT
Alan Dowds brings us up to speed… With 2025 updates for the MT-07 and Ténéré appearing late last year, the only real surprise with this release is that it’s taken so long. Actually, there’s one more surprise about the 2025 Tracer 700 and GT, but we’ll come to that in a minute (can you feel…
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July 2025
The July issue of MoreBikes is out now and FREE to read online! Packed full of great motorcycle stories, photos, and terrific motorbikes.
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How track conditions and layouts influence MotoGP betting
This season’s MotoGP calendar is well underway, with Ducati flying high in the constructors’ standings ahead of Repsol Honda, while on the individual front Marc and Álex Márquez are battling it out.
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900 MILES on 125cc motorcycles
RideTo, a Brighton-based motorcycle training platform, completed a 900-mile charity journey from Brighton to John O’Groats on 125cc motorcycles, raising funds for Two Wheels for Life RideTo, the UK’s #1 platform for motorcycle training, has completed an ambitious four-day ride from Brighton to John O’Groats on 125cc motorcycles, raising over £2,500 (and counting) for the…
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RIDDEN: Multistrada V2
While the name’s the same as its predecessor, pretty much everything else about the Multistrada V2 is box fresh… and that’s not a bad thing. The Multi’s style and family attributes may have remained, but for the 2025 model year the twin cylinder Multistrada has had a comprehensive redesign, so while still remaining cosmetically as…
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RIDDEN: Yamaha’s MT-07
Editor Bruce Wilson has put the MT-07 through its paces. Here’s what you need to know: For over a decade, Yamaha’s MT-07 has proven a staple choice for those in search of a naughty, middleweight naked at real-world prices. To keep that case the same, the brand has cranked up the spec and tech of…
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ROYAL ENFIELD FT450 Flat Tracker Debuts at Slide School
Royal Enfield’s Slide School returns for 2025 – and it’s bringing something very special with it: the all-new FT450 flat track bike, based on the upcoming Guerrilla 450 platform. And the only place you can ride it? Right here, on the dirt oval with Dirt Craft, run by multi-time UK and European Flat Track Champion…
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Learn the ins and outs of motorcycle safety
Staying safe on two wheels means more than just riding skill. It starts with understanding how key components like tyres, brakes and helmets work together. Even the smallest issue with one of these elements can lead to big problems on the road.
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QUICK TIPS to stay cool & safe on your bike
Summer’s here – and while blue skies and dry roads are great news for riders, soaring temperatures can bring their own challenges. Staying cool on the bike isn’t just about comfort – it’s about safety too. Dehydration, fatigue and even heatstroke can creep in faster than you think, especially on longer rides. So before you…
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RIDERR: a fresh force in the accessories market
Originally started by a family team in Dorset, Riderr is now available nationwide offering a wide range of accessories, allowing consumers an enhanced choice when it comes to garage essentials. The diverse product range includes: tool kits, handlebar chargers, heated grips, motorcycle covers, locks and paddock stands. There are also cleaning products and brush sets…
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Featherbed Frame Theme for Ardingly Summer Show
The largest indoor classic motorcycle show and jumble in the South East will return next month with a Norton theme.
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HOW YOUR BIKE handles
Alan Dowds provides the insight… The basic geometry of a bike’s chassis is vital to how it feels and performs. But it can seem like a bit of a black art sometimes. Here’s our guide to what it all means – plus the very latest in track bike set up thinking. What do you look…
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NEW KIT: RST Pro Series Adventure X ladies textiles
A high-spec textile riding suit, in ladies’ fitments, the Adventure X features MaxTex outer shell with a removable thermal/waterproof breathable membrane liner, extensive venting and full CE armour in elbows, shoulders and a supplied back protector. The trousers and jacket zip together with 360 degree fastening, and there are loads of adjusters, pockets and airflow…
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KAWASAKI: 2025 Z900
Kawasaki has finally given the Z900 some long-awaited attention with a 2025 update. But have they done enough to keep it competitive in the fiercely packed sub-£10k naked bike segment? With new styling, subtle tech upgrades, and a cleaner engine, Kawasaki has taken a measured approach. Rather than overhaul the platform, they’ve chosen to refine…
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