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  • NEW KIT: Dakota Jacket from Roadskin

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    Introducing the Roadskin® Dakota Jacket Roadskin is proud to unveil the Dakota Jacket, an exceptional fusion of style, comfort, and unmatched protection, explicitly tailored for motorcycle riders who refuse to compromise on safety or aesthetics. Designed with an AA safety rating, the Dakota Jacket stands out as the ultimate choice for bikers seeking premium protection…

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  • BUYING A USED Daytona 675R

    BUYING A USED Daytona 675R

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    In 2013, Triumph launched an all-new Daytona 675R, a bike that helped form the basis of the current Moto2 project. If you’re looking to buy a used one, Jon Urry has some advice… Despite kicking the Japanese manufacturers’ collective inline four backsides since 2006 with their triple, in 2013 when Triumph launched the all-new Daytona…

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  • TRACK RIDER CLINIC: Buy cheap, buy twice!

    TRACK RIDER CLINIC: Buy cheap, buy twice!

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    Dean Ellison reminds us that the quality remains long after the price is forgotten” Quality comes at a price, so don’t be so quick to buy something just because it’s cheap Gone are the days when everything you bought ‘Made in China’ just broke first time out. China is the world’s factory and produce an…

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  • HJC F100 helmet

    HJC F100 helmet

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    The latest flip-front lid from Korean firm HJC, the F100 is ideal for daily rides or longer tours, especially on warmer days. It’s a full-rotation design, so you can wear it with the chinbar fully back as an open-facer for a breeze on the chin, or closed up as a full facer. There’s a built-in…

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  • Harley-DAVIDSON & MOTOGP Launch First-Ever Global Bagger Racing Championship

    Harley-DAVIDSON & MOTOGP Launch First-Ever Global Bagger Racing Championship

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    In a landmark announcement at Austria’s Red Bull Ring, Harley-Davidson and MotoGP™ have officially unveiled the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup – the world’s first global racing championship dedicated to high-performance Harley-Davidson bagger motorcycles. Set to debut in 2026, this bold new six-round series will see radically transformed Grand American Touring machines go head-to-head on legendary…

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  • LONDON MOTORCYCLE FILM FESTIVAL announces Roadskin as brand partner for UK debut

    LONDON MOTORCYCLE FILM FESTIVAL announces Roadskin as brand partner for UK debut

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    The roar of engines meets the magic of cinema this autumn as the London Motorcycle Film Festival (LMFF) makes its UK debut on 12–13 September 2025. Set in the striking Old Timber Store beneath the railway arches of Maltby Street Market, London, the festival promises an unforgettable celebration of motorcycles, stories, and community, with Roadskin…

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  • NEW KIT: Nomad luggage system from Oxford

    NEW KIT: Nomad luggage system from Oxford

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    Editor Bruce Wilson has put it through its paces. Here’s what you need to know… WEB: www.oxfordproducts.com     What’s a motorcycle trip without luggage? Painful, is probably the truth, which is a word I’d also use to describe some soft luggage I’ve used on motorcycles over the years. From awkward fitting systems to wayward loads, I’ve…

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  • Celebrate the best of British motoring at Normous Newark Autojumble on September 14

    Celebrate the best of British motoring at Normous Newark Autojumble on September 14

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    The team behind the Normous Newark Autojumble is proud to unveil a new themed event: Classic British Day, taking place on Sunday, September 14 at Newark Showground.

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  • RIDDEN: Kymco’s Skytown 125

    RIDDEN: Kymco’s Skytown 125

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    f you’re in the market for a nippy, light and affordably priced 125 scooter, here’s a solid option for you… Andy Bell tells us what we need to know. The stuff that matters… Power: 11bhp/8.2kW @ 8,500 rpm Weight 126kg (dry) Price: £2,854.00 Contact: www.kymco.co.uk What is it?  If you are looking for a budget…

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  • TOP TIPS for starting out in motorcycling

    TOP TIPS for starting out in motorcycling

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    If you are about to enter the wonderful world of motorcycling, we salute you! You will soon discover that life on two wheels is packed full of joy and excitement – and we’re sure you’ll love it!  However, when you’re new to it all, it can seem a bit confusing when you’re not only learning…

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