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New winter motorcycle gloves from Hevik
Hevik’s new winter gloves, made in soft shell fabric, count on Hipora™ technology: a waterproof film with polyurethane coating. Numerous micro pores are placed over the polyurethane coating which keep out water from the outside, yet allow the moisture steam to exit. The inner liner is 100% waterproof, windproof and breathable at the same time and will keep your…
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Industry Insider | Used motorcycles around £4250 still good news for dealers
MyCarCheck.com/Trade is the trade valuations arm of CDL Vehicle Information Services. Based on cutting-edge industry data and feedback from independent and franchised dealers, these monthly bulletins highlight the most significant trends in the UK motorbike and scooter market. MyCarCheck.com/Trade‘s motorcycle expert, Rob Hobson, commented: “The bike market has continued to perform well over the past few weeks…
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Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride a huge success
Last weekend saw more than 11,000 motorcyclists from 250 countries around the world give a two-wheeled salute to prostate cancer. Raising more than £864,000 for charity, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) showed just how generous and stylish motorcycling can be. More than 700 motorcyclists attended the UK’s main event in Borough Market, London, which brought the…
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New luggage for Honda CB650F, VFR800F and Ducati Hyperstrada 820
Kiwi luggage specialist Ventura has announced fitting kits for Honda’s new CB650F and updated VFR800F, as well as the Ducati Hyperstrada 820. Ventura’s pack rack system has traditionally appealed to riders of sports bikes, because it combines the lightness of soft luggage with the stability of hard luggage, without increasing the width of the bike…
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Universal motorcycle switchgear from Venhill
Motorcycle control specialists Venhill have added universal switchgear to their catalogue; ideal for bike builders, restorers and those looking to upgrade their existing handlebar set-up. Measuring just 30mm wide and containing all the basic controls needed, the switches take up minimal space on the bars and eliminate the need for multiple separate units – great…
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New graphics for Shark motorcycle helmets
SHARK Helmets has released three new graphics early, in a preview to its 2015 collection that will be launched later in the year. The brand new designs have been introduced on the mid-level S700 and the urban idol Raw. Raw, SHARK’s head turning, urban helmet has had the Kurtz graphic added, which is a camouflage…
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Bikers spend more on their motorcycles than on their partners
A survey has revealed 87.9% of motorcycle and scooter commuters believe they are happier when arriving at work compared to other modes of travel. The research which reached out to 1,000 UK commuters, asked participants to reflect on their best and worst journeys to work and consequently unveiled motorcycling to have the best effect on…
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Skill for life: Carli’s advanced riding diary | ‘Catch, match and despatch’
“The examiner would be happier to see you carrying out the plan for overtaking, then aborting and coming back in rather than taking a risky opportunity.”Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Overtaking is easy. Spot a car or…
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Details revealed of new Akrapovič exhaust
Akrapovič has announced a new shape of muffler at Intermot – something the Slovenian company says is a milestone in exhaust technology. The new pipe profile is said to improve the flow of the exhaust gases through the hexagonal shape, and is distinctive with its bold, aggressive curves giving the new oncept a dynamic sportiness which is further…
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Winning Alpinestars leathers from the past decade
Our friends at GetGeared have made an infographic showing some of the leading racer’s Alpinestars leathers of the past decade… what’s your favourite?We’re going with Stoner’s Repsol kit. Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online.
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New Yamaha MT-125 Tail Tidy from R&G
The R&G MT-125 Tail Tidy (£74.99) is an essential styling modification for style-conscious riders wanting to improve the appearance of their bike; it allows the removal of the standard, bulky number/licence plate hanger to drastically sharpen the presence of the rear end – how Yamaha’s designers originally intended. Made from 3mm aluminium, it includes a…
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2015 CFMoto 150NK | WORLD EXCLUSIVE first review
CFMoto 650NK | €2000 (approx £1575) TBC | 149.4cc | 4-stroke single cylinder | 11.8bhp @ 8500rpm | 7.89lb-ft @ 7000rpm Tested by: Alan Cathcart Photos: Kyoichi NakamuraArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. In 2009 Chinese company CFMoto began development – entirely…
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KTM RC390: It’s not just for young riders
MoreBikes spoke to Diego Arioli – KTM Product Manager – about the new KTM RC390… “In the last 12 months with the Duke family we sold 30,000 units, so now we’ve added the RC390 and 125 we’ll sell considerably more singles than that next year. The RC has just as much potential as the Duke.Article continues below… Advert…
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Motorcycle mechanic apprenticeship | Opportunities at the Honda Institute
Now Ed Miliband sees apprenticeship opportunities as being one of his ‘national goals’, the schemes could be on the rise… Carli Ann Smith joined the students at the ground-breaking Honda Institute With a minimum age of 16 and no upper limit, the already well-established Honda Apprenticeship is open to mechanics working in an authorised Honda dealership anywhere in…
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Metzeler Sportec Klassic: New classic motorcycle tyres revealed
Metzeler has released details of a new classic tyre – the Sportec Klassic – at Intermot. Here’s what the press release has to say… SPORTEC™ Klassik is the new METZELER tyre in the Classic segment for owners of motorcycles built from the 70s. A segment METZELER has always shown a great deal of attention, as…
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On Any Sunday – The Next Chapter premiers
The world premiere of ‘On Any Sunday – The Next Chapter’ took place at the San Sebastian Film Festival in Spain, on September 26. The film, produced by Red Bull Media House and partially funded by KTM, is an exploration into the pursuit of excitement, passion and life in the two-wheeled world of motorcycle riding,…
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New Mitas C-25 & C-26 motocross tyres unveiled
New motocross tyres were the highlight of Mitas’ presence at the 50th international motorcycle exhibition INTERMOT, held in Cologne, Germany. Mitas unveiled its new C-25 (front) and C-24 (rear) tyres for use on extra-soft and muddy terrains and the C-27 (front) and C-26 (rear) tyres for use on extra-hard and rocky terrains. “Mitas Moto has undertaken…
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Honda Forza 125 | 2015 new motorcycles
UPDATE: For full review click here. Honda has just released details of a brand-new high-performance 125cc scooter for 2015. The Forza 125 is said to offer more than any other scooter in its class: more all-round, class-leading performance; more visual appeal; and more practicality.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes…
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2014 KTM RC390 review
KTM RC390 | £4999 | 44bhp@9500rpm | 26lb-ft@7250rpm | 375cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC single Tested by Roland Brown. Motorcycle Journalist and former international racer, Roland Brown is one of the world’s most respected bike testers. Subscribe to his fantastic YouTube channel – iMotorcycle Video – here. Photos by: Phil MastersArticle continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading…
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Ducati Scrambler | 2015 new motorcycles
The Ducati Scrambler has just been revealed, with the Italian company claiming it’s “more than just a new bike: it’s a whole new world”. The bike features front and rear LED lighting (with a traditional bulb for main-beam), and has LCD instruments in a single, round housing. The bike is being backed up with a…
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KTM 1290 Super Adventure | 2015 new motorcycles
Aiming squarely at the luxury touring machine market, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure shows a new direction for the Austrian firm. Apparently, the V2 engine will “ensure furious fervor”, with the new flagship bike including Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC), Traction Control MTC, semi-active WP suspension, and cruise control. The bike comes with the newly developed…
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KTM Freeride E-SM | 2015 new motorcycles
Using the same battery-powered drive technology as the KTM Freeride E-SX and E-XC, but with sticky 17-inch tyres, the single-gear Freeride E-SM is targeted directly at city riders, with a claimed runtime of up to one hour. Apparently, “the dream of a technically mature, environmentally friendly sport bike that is great fun on every surface…
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Suzuki Bandit 1250 S ABS | 2015 new motorcycles
The ever-popular Bandit has had a redesign for 2015: Here are the full details from Suzuki… Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to subscribe, or Read FREE Online. Engine and Fuel Injection Powering the Bandit 1250S ABS’s “sporting comfort” performance is a 1255cm3 liquid-cooled fuel-injected…
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Suzuki GSX-S1000F | 2015 new motorcycles
A faired version of the new GSX-S1000, the Suzuki GSX-S1000F combines the powerful GSX-R1000 engine with high bars, traction control, ABS (on the ABS model) and a more street-friendly riding position. Here are all the details from Suzuki: Article continues below… Advert Enjoy everything More Bikes by reading the MoreBikes monthly newspaper. Click here to…
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