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BSB: NATIONAL circuit confirmed for SILVERSTONE. GP layout DROPPED after MotoGP drama.
It has been confirmed that this year’s BSB at Silverstone will be taking place on the National circuit layout – following on from the cancellation of last weekend’s MotoGP racing on the GP layout, due to bad weather. BSB race director Stuart Higgs, with the support of BSB’s controlling body the MCRCB has decided to…
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Been to the TT this year? Complete survey and WIN £300 travel voucher.
The Isle of Man TT is offering 2018 visitors the chance to win £300 worth of travel vouchers. And all you’ve got to do is fill out a simple survey about your experience. Essentially, it’s just a quick survey to help the organisers get an idea of what it was like to visit the 2018…
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SIX maintenance TIPS for your motorcycle.
Basic maintenance is essential if you want to get the most out of your motorbike and avoid time off the road. That’s why Moneybarn has sent us its list of top tips for maintaining your motorbike, including which professional services to consider and how to spot warning signs before major problems occur. UNDER PRESSURE. Motorcycle…
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Husqvarna’s UK TEST RIDE Tour. Dates CONFIRMED.
Husqvarna has just announced it’ll be offering the chance to swing your leg over its all new STREET range through September. Taking place across the UK, Husky has teamed up with its dealers to run its ‘Pioneer Tour’ – offering riders the chance to ride the Vitpilen 701 and 401 alongside the Svartpilen 401.Article continues…
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Indian announces NEW Chief, Springfield and Roadmaster for 2019. IMPROVED performance and comfort.
Indian Motorcycle has announced its NEW Chief, Springfield and Roadmaster models for 2019 – and they’ve been updated with new technology to help improve the riding experience. Developed in response to feedback from riders, the new technology aims to improve performance and comfort, while offers riders more customisability. First off, there are new selectable ride…
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Bolddog FMX Display Team confirmed for International Dirt Bike Show 2018
The Bolddog FMX Display Team has been confirmed for Europe’s largest indoor off-road show – and tickets are available now if you fancy saving some cash and booking in advance. As the UK’s number one freestyle motocross team (and Lings Motors and Honda UK’s official stunt team), the Bolddog FMX Display Team will be putting…
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EVENTS: Ride to Save Lives 2018
Next month it’s the third annual Ride to Save Lives event at Newark Showground – raising money for the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance. And there’s still time to book your place… Taking place on September 23, the scenic 62 mile route starts from Newark Showground at 11am – and will traverse through rural Lincolnshire…
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VIDEO: Dani Pedrosa interviews HIMSELF.
We’ve just been sent this video of Repsol Honda rider and three time World Champion Dani Pedrosa interviewing himself, shortly after announcing his retirement from MotoGP. If you’ve got a few minutes to spare, it’s well worth a watch. In the video, Pedrosa digs deep and talks about a range of experiences and sensations that…
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NEW STUDY reveals SCOTTISH bikers ride the MOST each month.
A new study commissioned by WMB Pride has found that Scottish bikers cover the most miles each month – an average of 995 miles – whilst those in the East of England are likely to spend the most refuelling their motorcycle – to the tune of £129 a month. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything…
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Bonhams reveals ICONIC metal going under the HAMMER at its Stafford Autumn Sale.
Bonhams is set to offer the chance to get your hands on several of the world’s most iconic modern superbikes – including a 1993 Honda NR750 with less than 1,500km from new and a 2017 Kawasaki H2R Ninja – at its annual Autumn Stafford Sale. Taking place as part of the 25th Carole Nash Classic…
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VODKA-powered Yamaha XS850 sets new SPEED RECORD at Bonneville
Montana-based Montgomery Distillery has set a new record average speed of 113mph at the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials – on a custom 1980 Yamaha XS850 which has been converted to run on recycled-vodka. The XS850 custom was hand-built by the distillery’s owner Ryan Montgomery – who reportedly began planning for the event last winter after…
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Pirelli joins forces with the UN – to improve global road safety
Pirelli has joined the United Nations Road Safety Trust Fund, helping to fund efforts to make improvements to global road safety. Pirelli’s foremost concern is to increase driving safety through the application of its own innovative technologies – but the iconic Italian rubber specialist has also contributed in excess of £450,000 to help the United…
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Classic TT: Dean Harrison wins RST Superbike Classic TT Race
Dean Harrison, riding a Silicone Engineering Kawasaki, dominated the RST Superbike Classic TT Race to win the final race of the 2018 Classic TT presented by Bennetts, his fourth Classic TT win, by over a minute. After the race he revealed that it had taken him a while to get going in the race:Article continues…
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Classic TT: Dom Herbertson takes maiden TT course win in Junior Classic
Dom ‘the bomb’ Herbertson clinched his first Mountain Course win with victory in today’s Locate.im Junior Classic TT Race at the 2018 Isle of Man Classic TT Races presented by Bennetts. After the race the Newcastle-based rider, riding the Davies Motorsport Honda, revealed what the race win meant to him.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything…
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Indian announces its SCOUT lineup for 2019. New paint options and USB compatibility.
Indian Motorcycle has revealed its latest Scout lineup for 2019 – with new paint options on Scout Sixty, Scout and Scout Bobber, and a new USB charging port on the Scout and Scout Bobber. Reid Wilson, Senior Director for Indian Motorcycle, said: “The iconic Indian Scout family is a favourite amongst riders across the globe.…
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Kalashnikov’s all-new ELECTRIC motorcycle. The UM-1.
Russian arms specialist Kalashnikov has just unveiled its all-new electric UM-1 adventure motorcycle. And it’s not just for police and armed forces – you can get your hands on one too. If the name Kalashnikov doesn’t ring any bells, you’ll probably be more familiar with its most iconic product, the AK-47 assault rifle; a gun…
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MotoGP: Silverstone CEO promises FULL investigation after this weekend’s cancellation
As a result of this weekend’s cancelled British MotoGP round at Silverstone, CEO of the circuit Stuart Pringle has expressed his intention to investigate what happened this weekend. Heavy downpours of rain on Sunday left thousands of racing fans unable to watch the action this weekend, with MotoGP , Moto2 and Moto3 racing cancelled as…
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Classic TT: Eight-time champ in ‘serious’ condition after crash
EIGHT-time Isle of Man TT champion Dan Sayle has been airlifted to hospital after suffering a head injury on the racetrack, leaving him in a “serious condition”. Sayle, 36, came off his bike during the opening lap of the Dunlop Lightweight race at the Classic TT yesterday. The rider, who has also won the Manx…
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Moto GP: British round at Silverstone cancelled due to track conditions
The 2018 British Moto GP has been cancelled due to the condition of the track surface and the weather. The link below will take you to the MotoGP’s website where Mike Webb and the other officials explain their decision. http://www.motogp.com/en/videos/2018/08/26/mike-webb-explains-the-problems-at-silverstone/269768Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here…
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Classic TT: Local man Dudgeon tops Superbike Classic TT qualifying
Manx racer Andrew Dudgeon posted the fastest time in yesterday morning’s RST Superbike Classic TT Race qualifying session, and indeed the fastest time of the week, at the 2018 Classic TT Races presented by Bennetts. However, Dean Harrison, undoubtedly the race favourite for Monday’s Superbike Race, was again beset by problems and twice pulled in…
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PRODUCT REVIEWS: Knox Logan Jacket
RRP: £249.99 // Sizes: S-3XL // Colours: Green, Black I really like Knox gear. Since I’ve been riding, I’ve been lucky enough to test a couple of pairs of the British brands jeans – and their quality, and styling, is second to none. Last summer I got my hands on Knox’s all-new Logan jacket –…
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Moto GP: Lorenzo and Ducati take Silverstone by storm in Q2
Spaniard leads teammate Dovizioso in mixed British GP conditions with Marquez 0.9 behind in P5 In testing conditions, Jorge Lorenzo (Ducati Team) secured a sensational second pole position of the season at the GoPro British Grand Prix in a breathtaking Q2 session at Silverstone, with teammate Andrea Dovizioso earning his third consecutive front row start…
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Classic TT: John McGuinness makes winning return to Isle of Man TT Course
John McGuinness enjoyed a hugely popular return to racing on the Isle of Man after a two-year absence, winning the Bennetts Senior Classic TT Race on the Roger Winfield Paton, the opening race of the 2018 Isle of Man Classic TT Races presented by Bennetts. Afterwards he revealed how special it was to return to…
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Moto GP: Bradley Smith storms Q1, Alex Rins joins him in Q2
British rider went quickest in mixed conditions with the Spaniard grabbing a late Q2 place Bradley Smith (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) storms into Q2 after topping Q1 at the GoPro British Grand Prix on a mixed conditions Silverstone circuit, going 0.373 faster than Alex Rins (Team Suzuki Ecstar) who grabbed P2 on his final…
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