Mikko Nieminen

XLmoto’s ‘easy-up’ RACE tent. NEARLY half price.

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Mikko Nieminen

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11th February 2019

Any seasoned racer knows the value of a race tent; a portable garage where you can stay safe from the elements, and work on your pride and joy in relative comfort. And now, XLmoto is offering a massive 48% off the original price or its ‘easy-up’ shelter. It’s race day. You’ve prepped your bike; it’s…
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Mid Ride: The Grand Ride to Aida

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Mikko Nieminen

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7th February 2019

The art of combining a boys’ trip and a ride with the wife. I find that the best plans always start with a degree of confusion, and this was no exception. Barbara and I had set time aside to ride somewhere in Europe, but that was as far as the plan had got – then…
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Desert Island Bikes with Nick Sanders

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Mikko Nieminen

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4th February 2019

If you could choose three bikes from all the ones you’ve ever ridden, which ones would they be? We asked Nick Sanders, a record-breaking adventurer and round the world rider, to write about three bikes that have been important in his life – ones that he would take on a desert island with him. Given…
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Day Ride: Secret Escape

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Mikko Nieminen

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1st February 2019

I know the perfect place for an amazing biking weekend – but don’t tell anyone! What’s the best biking destination in the UK? Wales perhaps, or maybe the Lake District? Both have lovely roads but these tend to get a little too busy for true motorcycling enjoyment. What about the Highlands in Scotland, with all…
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Buyer’s Guide: Winter Gloves

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Mikko Nieminen

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31st January 2019

Arguably the single most important but of winter riding kit you could own, so knowing what goes into a good winter gloce is vital to any motorcyclist who rides through the cold weather. Why are winter gloves the most vital part of a biker’s winter kit? Simply because we rely on our hands so much…
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Ron Haslam Race School Experience – Premier Experience

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Mikko Nieminen

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28th January 2019

GET FASTER – In just half a day Ron Haslam Race School’s half-day Premier Experience adds speed, style and safety to anyone’s riding. When I approached Donington Park for my Ron Haslam Race School Premier Experience, I wasn’t feeling fast, confident or even particularly excited. I had just battled the hellishly busy M1, and I…
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Keeping it Clean. In partnership with…

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Mikko Nieminen

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24th January 2019

& Keeping your bike safe from the worst of winter Motorcycles have a tough time through the winter months. Grit on the roads and low temperatures are the perfect recipe for corrosion, but with just a little preparation and care, it’s possible to protect your machine from the worst that winter has to offer. Whether…
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Tried & Tested: Crash test special

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Mikko Nieminen

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21st January 2019

Mossy recently had a run in with a deer on his ride home. He survived the crash with only minor injuries, thanks to some quality kit. I’m of the opinion you never stop learning from riding motorcycles. When you part company with them, the lessons can suddenly become all the more serious. My first crash…
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Long Ride: The road to Casablanca

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Mikko Nieminen

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14th January 2019

There’s more to Morocco than desert. Chris and Dee Finch tackled the Atlantic coast and mountain passes. With autumn weather approaching, we couldn’t resist the lure of sunshine in Morocco – specifically, the Sahara and some spectacular passes over the Atlas mountains. We would get there as quickly as possible, taking the Portsmouth ferry to…
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Mid Ride: Four Points France

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Mikko Nieminen

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10th January 2019

Three thousand miles on French back roads, visiting the four compass points – how hard could it be? We had a simple idea, to visit the four compass points of France to raise money and awareness for the Bone Cancer Research Trust. Our group consisted of myself (Harley-Davidson FXSTI), Bryan (VFR1200), Graham (R1100S), Robert (R90S)…
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