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Anti-tamper device to deter riders illegally derestricting a moped or motorcycle
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An anti-tamper device has been launched to thwart motorcyclists or scooter riders from illegally removing their speed restriction kits. A move Fi International hope will steer young riders away from riding illegally. Fi International is a supplier of certified motorcycle restriction kits which enable – often young – riders to own high powered bikes with…
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15 Great Christmas motorcycle book ideas
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If you’re anything like me, you’re starting to get a little nervous about Christmas being so close! Have you got everything covered… have you forgotten something, or does everyone know what YOU would like?! I’ve rounded up a stack of books that would make fantastic gifts for a motorcyclist. Choose something for the biker in…
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Why Triumph was RIGHT to (mistakenly) disclaim the Tiger’s off-road ability
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I hate to be a pedant, but while the internet is chuntering on about Triumph’s new Tiger video showing Bear Grylls riding the 800 XC off-road, then at the end having a disclaimer stating the bikes aren’t intended for off-road use; in such a litigious world, I’m not that surprised. However, I spoke to Triumph at Motorcycle Live…
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Unmarked police motorcycle revealed
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Efforts to improve road safety across Dyfed-Powys are to be boosted by two new unmarked police motorbikes. Police and Crime Commissioner Christopher Salmon approved a police force request to buy the Yamaha 1200s for a total of just over £31,500. They will be used around the region for road safety campaigns, speed enforcement duties and…
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Younger male drivers still using a mobile phone when driving
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Following an announcement that parliament are considering doubling driving licence penalty points from 3 to 6 for using a mobile phone, a new survey of 1000 UK adults by intelligentcarleasing.com paints a revealing picture of using a mobile phone when driving. The lack of concentration this causes can be a huge danger to motorcyclists. The question posed to…
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Yamaha TRX850 review | Used bike
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Steve Cooper from the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club picks out another great example of classic oriental metal When it comes to taking the left-field approach to motorcycle design, no one does it better than Yamaha. Their mind-set is noticeably different to that of the competitions’ and they are often cited as being the most European…
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Calls to help prosecute foreign drivers involved in motorcycle crashes
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Brake, the road safety charity, has joined a coalition of organisations calling for the UK government to support a proposal to help police catch risky, law-breaking drivers from other countries. The European Commission proposal, published today and backed by TISPOL, the European Traffic Police Network, would allow police across the EU to pursue traffic offences against drivers of…
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Beware of logbook loans when you buy your next bike
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MyCarCheck.com, the UK’s No.1 consumer vehicle data provider, has praised Citizens Advice for raising awareness of major issues surrounding Bill of Sale finance agreements, commonly known as logbook loans. Vehicle owners with a steady income can quickly access up to £50,000 by handing over their car or bike’s V5C registration document to a Consumer Credit…
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Motorcycle legal advice: Was the speed camera illegal?
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Q. I was out with some mates for a blast up the coast near where I live on my new MT-09. I went for an overtake, and in all honesty I was doing about 45mph in 30mph when I spotted a speed camera van parked up in a well dodgy position on the side of…
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18 Reasons why riding Route 66 will change your motorcycle life
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Riding 2400 miles across America from Chicago to Los Angeles is an unforgettable experience. MCM’s Steve Rose gives you 18 reasons why riding Route 66 will change your life
