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VIDEO: Shoei’s NEW GT-Air II touring helmet.
Shoei has just unveiled the latest incarnation of its touring helmet; the GT-Air II. An evolution of its hugely successful GT-Air, the new second generation lid is constructed by layering organic and multi-composite fibres to create a strong, shock absorbent shell which contains an EPS liner system. It comes equipped with a CNS-1 Pinlock Visor…
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Mugen’s updated E.Rex ELECTRIC off-roader.
Mugen has just unveiled an updated version of its E.Rex electric off-roader at the 2019 Tokyo Motorcycle Show. First unveiled in prototype form back in 2017, Mugen has unveiled an updated version of its E.Rex dirt bike alongside its new 2019 Shinden Isle of Man TT racer. And it’s particularly interesting, as Honda has just…
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VIDEO: Costa Rican racers mid-race FIGHT results in TWO YEAR ban.
A pair of Costa Rican motorcycle racers have been handed two-year suspensions following an on-track clash – and subsequent mid-race scrap. https://www.facebook.com/CRFMOTORS/videos/2265586293762526/?t=0 Taking place during a round of Costa Rica’s national motorbike championship back in February = Jorge Martinez and Marion Calvo were jockeying for position – before Martinez lost control and grabbed onto the…
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Aprilia’s LIMTED-EDITION 225hp track bike – the RSV4 X.
To celebrate 10 years of the RSV4 Aprilia has unveiled a new, track-ready version of its hugely successful superbike; the RSV4 X. As part of the 2019 Aprilia All Stars event at Mugello, Aprilia unveiled a track-only version of its RSV4 sportbike. Ridden around the Italian circuit by former WSBK and 250cc world champion Max…
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VIDEO: Honda debuts ELECTRIC off-roader.
Honda has just unveiled an electric version of its CR motocross bike at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show in Japan. Asphalt and Rubber has got its hands on some photo and video of Honda’s latest unveiling at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show in Japan – and it confirms that Honda is starting to get serious about electric with…
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VIDEO: An AIRBAG for your motorcycle? Australia’s NEW road SAFETY campaign.
Australia’s Road Safety Commission has just launched a series of new videos to shine a light on motorcyclists’ attitudes to towards safety. The series of films take place in a motorcycle shop which is rigged with hidden cameras and stocked with a variety of fake safety products for bikers – including stabilisers and a handlebar…
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VIDEO: LAUNCH RIDE – BMW C400GT.
Smooth and super comfortable, BMW has sanded the edges and rounded the curves of it 400X and here’s the result. Under the skin the X and the GT have the same brilliant substructure, engine, suspension and brakes but as you’re eyes are drawn to the angles and almost naked style of the X, the GT…
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EVENTS: World of Kawasaki returns to DONINGTON PARK for 2019.
Kawasaki has just announced that this year’s World of Kawasaki will be taking place at Donington Park. Taking place of Sunday 30th June at Donington Park, It sounds like a brilliant event – and visitors won’t be short of something to see or do with Kawasaki laying on track sessions, demo rides with 2019 models…
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Arai unveils NEW limited edition RX-7V ISLE OF MAN TT helmet.
Arai has joined forces with the Isle of Man TT to create a limited edition version of its top-spec RX-7V race helmet. Unveiled earlier today by TT royalty Michael Dunlop and Eelco van Beek from Arai as part of the official TT launch event – the new TT RX-7V comes with a truly special paintjob…
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THREE new Benelli’s to be RELEASED next month.
We’ve heard on the grapevine that Benelli’s new TRK 251, Leoncino 250 and 502C Cruiser are set to arrive in dealers this April. First unveiled at EICMA 2018, alongside an eclectic range of new machines, we’ve heard that Benelli is gearing up to deliver its new TRK 251, Leoncino 250 and 502C Cruiser to the general public…
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RUMOURED: Triumph files PATENT for electric Trident.
It’s been reported that Triumph has filed a new trademark application under the ‘Trident’ name – and the rumours suggest it’ll be used for the British brands first foray into the electric market. Of course, the Trident’s a big part of Triumph’s history so it’s not a surprise that the British brand has chosen to…
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Suzuki announces UK-wide Katana TOUR. Here are the DATES.
Suzuki is offering punters across the length and breadth of the UK a chance to swing their leg over a pre-production version of the new Suzuki Katana, ahead of its official arrival this spring. Suzuki’s new Katana has set off on its travels around the UK, and over the next couple of months it will…
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VIDEO: YOSHIMURA unveils exhaust for Honda’s NEW Monkey 125. 7.3% more BHP. 3.1% more TORQUE.
Earlier this year, Honda unveiled a reimagined version of its iconic Monkey – which has set the hearts and minds racing of motorcyclists (and non-motorcyclists) the world over. And Yoshimura is getting in on the act, releasing a new slip on exhaust for the likeable little machine. Like its MSX-125 sibling, which is capable of…
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WORLD LAUNCH: Ducati Diavel 1260
MoreBikes has been out in Spain today riding the 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 at the world launch. Now the riding is over, here’s our first thoughts on the newest version of the muscle cruiser. OK, so what would we tell you about the new Diavel, should we be meeting in a pub and you’d asked…
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TT 2019: Peter Hickman to RACE new Norton Superlight 650 in the Lightweight TT.
Peter Hickman has joined forces with Norton Motorcycles for 2019 – and is set to ride the British brand’s new Superlight 650 during this year’s Isle of Man Lightweight TT. Hickman, who’s the current outright lap record holder on the iconic Mountain course, will be joining John McGuinness and Davey Todd on the new Norton…
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INCOMING: First impressions of Ducati’s Diavel 1260
Hello and welcome to the riding day of the 2019 Ducati Diavel World Launch here in Marbella, Spain. We’re just about to head off on the test bikes for around 175 miles of slow, sedate riding around the Ronda section of Spain. Very slow, very sedate… ahem… The plan is simple for this launch; pitch…
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WORLD LAUNCH: Ducati’s NEW Diavel 1260. FIRST LOOK.
MoreBikes is out in Marbella, Spain for the world launch of the 2019 Ducati Diavel. Essentially, the bike has been given an extensive make-over for this year with major work happening on the motor, chassis and looks (even though, at first glance, you would be forgiven for thinking that this new bike looks pretty much…
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TT 2019: Watch the OFFICIAL launch event LIVE. Tonight from 8pm.
Tonight is the Official TT Launch Show for the 2019 event – and if you fancy watching a series of interviews with some of the biggest names in the game, you can watch it online for FREE. All the leading riders will be about to talk to ITV4’s Matt Roberts and Steve Plater – including…
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TT 2019: RACE and QUALIFYING schedule.
The schedule for the 2019 Isle of Man TT has just been released – and to ensure you’re prepared for the action kicking off here are all the dates you need for your diary. TT 2019 – SCHEDULE PRACTICE WEEK 25th May 2019 Solo Newcomers’ Speed Controlled Lap – 18:20 – 18:45 Sidecar Newcomers’ Speed…
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VIDEO: Adventure INSPIRATION. The Stelvio Pass from the AIR.
Widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest roads, Italy’s Stelvio Pass is a pilgrimage for bikers the world over – and if you watch this beautifully shot short film from Atellani, you’ll see why. For more information, visit: www.atellanii.com
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TT 2019: Start numbers and entries CONFIRMED.
As part of the Isle of Man TT launch event, entries and start numbers have been confirmed for the 2019 event. It’ll be local lad Conor Cummins who will lead the field away on the Padgetts Motorcycles Honda’s. He takes the number one place for the second successive year, but it’ll be Dean Harrison following…
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TT 2019: Isle of Man Steam Packet announces annual TT ferry TICKET resale. Get yours NOW.
The Isle of Man TT and Steam Packet has announced its annual resale of ferry tickets for TT – so if you’re still not sorted for the TT and fancy getting a ferry over to the island for some race action, now’s your chance. But you better act fast, because they won’t take long to sell…
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VIDEO: Scott Redding TOPS British Superbike timesheets at Monteblanco during TESTING.
It was ex-MotoGP rider Scott Redding who set the pace for the official British Superbikes test at Monteblanco, coming out top of the timesheets at the end of the three day test. And here’s a video of him in action on his Ducati V4R. And now the BSB boys are out at Portimao in Portugal…
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Harley-Davidson and UCLA study finds that motorcycling is good for your mental and physical health.
A UCLA study funded by Harley-Davidson has revealed a selection of potential mental and physical benefits to riding a motorcycle. Many motorcyclists champion riding as an invaluable tool for stress relief and positive mental health – and now the results of a neurobiological study conducted by UCLA researchers has yielded pioneering scientific evidence to support…
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