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NEW KIT: Weisse Garrison cargo trousers
We’ve probably all got denim biker jeans now, but here’s an alternative set of casual protective riding trews for the non-conformists out there. The Weise Garrison is a combat trouser design, with cargo thigh pockets and subtle mods for riding. There’re stretch panels round the knees, air vents, and RE ZRO level I armour in…
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Bonhams’ Autumn Stafford Sale to feature Joey Dunlop’s iconic TT and Ulster GP-winning Hondas
Alongside the Robert Lusk Collection and Rare Historic Superbikes View Catalogue Ahead of its role as the official auction of The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show on 12 October, Bonhams|Cars Motorcycles is delighted to unveil the full catalogue for The Autumn Stafford Sale, now available to view online. and open for bidding. The sale features an…
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BOXER TRICKS: We ride BMW’s R 12 G/S
BMW’s new R 12 G/S isn’t just a retro tribute. It’s the German brand reaching into their roots and pulling out a machine that blends old-school charm with modern-day grit. Editor Bruce Wilson fills us in… You’ve got to hand it to BMW. They’re the masters of big adventure bikes and, arguably, they’re also the…
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RIDDEN: Triumph Trident 660
Once seen as Triumph’s gateway drug, has the updated Trident outgrown its entry-level status? Dave Manning tells us what we need to know… While the 660 triple has been around for a few years, until now I’d not had chance to try it out, wondering how it’d compare to the original 675cc Street Triple I…
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DUCATI to unveil game-changer
This new episode of the Ducati World Première 2026 will unveil a game-changing motorcycle. The latest evolution in a legendary saga that represents the purest soul of Ducati. A synthesis of race-bred technology translated in a street-legal motorcycle. All the details of the new Ducati model will be unveiled TODAY, Tuesday, September 23rd at 4.00 pm CEST on Ducati.com and on Ducati’s…
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BRADLEY SMITH gets Bagger podium
In a thrilling finish at the Circuit of the Americas, Kyle Wyman of the Harley-Davidson × Dynojet Factory Race Team has clinched the 2025 Mission King of the Baggers title. With two rounds remaining, Wyman’s points lead proved unassailable — sealing his second championship in the series aboard a race-prepared Harley-Davidson Road Glide. The weekend…
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ROYAL ENFIELD Goan Classic 350 Priced & Ready in the UK
Royal Enfield has announced the launch of the Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350, a special-edition motorcycle that pays tribute to the bold, carefree moto-culture of 1970s and 80s Goa. This stylish bobber-style motorcycle is now heading to the UK with an on-the-road price of £4,719, and bookings are open today at authorised Royal Enfield UK…
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Bolt-on kit turns BMW R12 nineT retro roadster into a track monster
When it comes to retro-style plus performance, the BMW R12 nineT Retro Roadster is one of the best choices you can. However, the newly released £1999 bolt-on accessory kit can transform this beautiful machine further.
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Pork Chop: 90s streetfighter
The GSX 1100 EFE Suzuki this bike is based on was, although fast as hell, a big, heavy pig of a motorcycle, and this one was chopped back in the ‘90s, hence the name ‘Pork Chop’.
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GET INTO BIKING and save money
Here’s a life hack that can get you into motorcycling, make you a safer rider, and save you money – it’s a no-brainer, right?!? This is a good time to be a 16–24-year-old just about to get into motorcycling. Why? Well, the new Try Ride initiative from the National Young Rider Forum (NYRF) and Phoenix…
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Reminisce on some of Stafford’s show-stopping classics from 2024
Henry Stubbs’ immaculate 1974 Suzuki GT550 stole the spotlight, taking Best in Show, while Ned Cooper’s 1957 Milocatta Special Mk2 impressed with Best Machine of Technical Interest. Rod Hann’s Norton International, Martin Short’s Honda CB350K4, and Rob Lymner’s Kawasaki AE 80 each topped their decade classes, showcasing the incredible diversity of classic motorcycles on display.…
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MERLIN: Powers Up Winter Riding with New Heated Range
British motorcycle clothing specialist Merlin has launched its latest innovation for cold-weather bikers – the new ThermaVolt heated mid-layer collection, joined by the CE Level 2 Bednell Heated Glove. When winter sets in, staying warm on two wheels isn’t just about comfort – it’s about concentration and control. Merlin’s heated motorcycle clothing range is designed…
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DUCATI’S ELECTRIC research continues
Ducati’s electric research continues with the V21L prototype and solid-state batteries With the FIM MotoE World Championship on hold, research into developing Ducati’s in-house expertise in alternative technologies to internal combustion continues…Ducati is conducting a study on solid-state batteries together with the VW Group, which was presented at the IAA Mobility in MunichBorgo Panigale (Bologna,…
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BASECAMP UNLOCKS Regular European Mountain Riding With Unique ‘Fly-Ride’ Concept
Basecamp is the exciting new ‘Fly-Ride’ moto concept set to make riding the greatest roads in Europe more accessible & affordable than ever. Created by an experienced team who have mapped out decades of epic riding routes, Basecamp members can securely leave a bike at any of their European locations and fly in without the…
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LACK OF INSTRUCTORS stops people getting into motorcycling
The skills gap in motorcycle training is making it more difficult for new riders to get on two wheels. Getting into motorcycling is not easy. Aside from your nan thinking that you’ve joined a gang, getting a licence is nowhere near as easy as it could be, and in many areas it’s difficult to find…
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ALL THINGS ITALIAN at the Sammy Miller Museum
Another glorious sunny day in August brought a fantastic turnout to the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum, with over 510 motorcyclists arriving to celebrate Italian Day. From early morning, volunteers were kept on their toes parking the steady stream of bikes, while Sammy’s Pit Stop Café and the Courtyard Catering Cabin served a constant flow of…
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SAMMY MILLER MUSEUM Great Summer Auto Jumble
Basking in glorious sunshine, this year’s Summer Auto Jumble proved to be one of the Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum’s most successful events to date. With over 100 stalls, hundreds of visitors, and a relaxed, cheerful atmosphere, the day celebrated all things motorcycling – past and present. At one point, our volunteers counted an impressive 302…
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NEW KIT: Merlin announces Autumn/Winter collection
British motorcycle apparel & helmet specialist Merlin has announced the launch of its Autumn/Winter collection. The new range is built around winners. Merlin says the goal is always to only launch products when they’re right, and not to churn through product. Merlin identifies that dealers also need commercial, focussed winning lines. For Autumn/Winter the deliberately…
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DOCBIKE handed support by motorcycle insurance broker Bikesure
A charity’s plans to expand and reduce the number of deaths involving motorcyclists has been handed a boost after receiving support from a nationally-known motorbike insurer. DocBike provides rapid response bikes ridden by specialist trauma doctors to help reach casualties in the quickest time possible. The life-saving organisation relies on fundraising and donations to attend…
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ROSS NOBLE: in better mental shape due to motorcycles
Comedian Ross Noble has joked that he’s in better shape mentally due to investing time and money into motorcycling rather than seeing a therapist. The North east born-and-raised funnyman, who lives in Australia, has just begun touring Down Under and will return to the UK later this year as part of his 2025-26 Cranium of…
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THE DEVIL and the staircase
A cracking, adventurous and varied ride on largely unclassified roads in Mid Wales… Sean Tarver reports Don’t be too disappointed when you encounter the surprisingly low speed limits as you ride up the Horseshoe Pass to the Ponderosa Café from Llangollen. Even at a sedate pace, I managed to inadvertently remove material from the underside…
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KTM: 2026 690 Enduro R & SMC R
Sharper, Smarter, Still Bonkers… KTM’s LC4-powered troublemakers are back for 2026 – and they’ve had a serious update. The 690 Enduro R remains the go-anywhere, do-anything machine in KTM’s line-up; happy on the commute, in the lanes, or on the toughest trails you can find. The 690 SMC R is still the king of the…
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October 2025
We have another high-octane issue of MSL ready for you – this time, Voge DS625X, Ducati Panigale V2, Yamaha Tracer 9GT+, & much more!
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October 2025
Take a look at the best custom bikes of old in the October issue of Back Street Heroes!
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