New & Features

  • LONG-TERMER: Our Kawasaki ZX-6R

    LONG-TERMER: Our Kawasaki ZX-6R

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    John McAvoy has put almost 300 miles on the ZX-6R in less than a month. Is he happy? When I spent a few days on the ZX-6R a few issues ago, I was so taken by it that I dropped Kawasaki UK a line and asked if I could keep it on long-term loan. To…

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  • PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Spada Tachi Boots

    PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Spada Tachi Boots

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    Christmas is coming and it’s maybe time to start dropping hints. These look nice! A CE-approved riding boot in a slick trainer style, the Tachi boot features a natural gum sole and perforated synthetic upper with silver 3M reflective fabric and a waterproof membrane. There’s full CE protection, and extra comfort from a ballistic nylon…

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  • Bikes, banter, and big names: Alex George and Chas Mortimer star at the Bristol Classic Bike Show!

    Bikes, banter, and big names: Alex George and Chas Mortimer star at the Bristol Classic Bike Show!

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    Get ready for a celebration of classic motorcycling at The Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show. Taking place on February 22–23, 2025 at the Bath & West Showground, this year’s show is set to be a true tribute to motorcycling heritage, showcasing hundreds of beautiful machines, special guests, club stands, and stalls featuring everything from memorabilia to…

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  • HELMET TESTED: Shark Aeron GP

    HELMET TESTED: Shark Aeron GP

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    Editor Bruce Wilson gets his head around (and in) the Aeron GP from Shark… I never like to take chances when it comes to riding kit, with perhaps the biggest red line being what I put on my head. After all, you’ve only got one of them, so why risk it? That said, price can…

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  • YAMAHA: New supersport sensation

    YAMAHA: New supersport sensation

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    Yamaha’s long-awaited R9 sportsbike is quite a tempting little proposition on the quiet. Yamaha’s gone above and beyond our expectations in some respects, giving the new upper-middleweight sportster some classy chassis components and a new lightweight bespoke aluminium frame, as well as modern aerodynamic bodywork with winglets. But with peak power output of 117bhp and…

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  • JOHN REYNOLDS: 2004 BSB title to be celebrated at Motorcycle Live

    JOHN REYNOLDS: 2004 BSB title to be celebrated at Motorcycle Live

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    Suzuki will celebrate the 20th anniversary of John Reynolds’ 2004 British Superbike title at this year’s Motorcycle Live, which takes place from 16-24 November at Birmingham’s NEC. Onboard the now-iconic Rizla Suzuki GSX-R1000, ran by the Crescent Suzuki team, Reynolds won his third British Superbike title, taking seven wins along the way. It was also the…

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  • HARLEY-DAVIDSON: Big plans for Motorcycle Live

    HARLEY-DAVIDSON: Big plans for Motorcycle Live

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    Harley-Davidson will showcase its latest models, unique customised motorcycles and be joined by special guests at Motorcycle Live, taking place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) from 16-24 November 2024. As the UK’s largest motorcycle show, this event offers H-D owners and motorcycle enthusiasts the perfect opportunity to immerse themselves in the iconic American brand’s…

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  • LIVEWIRE & KYMCO: New agreement

    LIVEWIRE & KYMCO: New agreement

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    LiveWire, a leader in electric motorcycles, and KYMCO, a globally recognized powersports company, are excited to announce the expansion of their strategic partnership, creating an electric maxi-scooter primarily intended for the European market. The two companies will leverage their strengths for this project and use LiveWire’s S2 powertrain. LiveWire plans to launch its first-ever electric…

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  • YAMAHA: R1 Race and GYTR

    YAMAHA: R1 Race and GYTR

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    We knew this was coming – but it still hits hard. The first Yamaha R1 appeared just six years after our sister magazine Fast Bikes itself hit the streets – so in many ways, they grew up together. It was the original rulebook-rewriter; the superbike that toppled the mighty Honda FireBlade; the first of the…

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  • YAMAHA: New Ténérés

    YAMAHA: New Ténérés

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    The 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 and Ténéré 700 Rally are the latest additions to Yamaha’s lineup of adventure motorcycles, capturing the spirit of exploration and designed to tackle a variety of terrains. Both models build on Yamaha’s dual-sport heritage and have been crafted to meet the needs of both casual adventure riders and experienced off-road…

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