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TECH: Learner legal rider aids

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Mark Lancaster

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2nd March 2024

Learners rejoice! Electronic specialist Bosch is rolling out its trick rider aid technology to smaller capacity bikes… You’ll likely know all about the swathes of sophisticated electronic rider aids that adorn the latest generation of top-shelf motorcycles from the big names in the game. You can’t move for the stuff. It’s now common to get…
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TECH: All-weather riding kit

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Mark Lancaster

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1st March 2024

Indian Motorcycles has filed a patent for some futuristic biker gear which’ll make riding all-year round even easier… How’s it going to do that? The American firm has come up with an idea for some clever kit which has both heating and cooling technology and is linked to the bike through contact points, rather than…
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TECH: The bike of the future?

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Mark Lancaster

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29th February 2024

Chinese firm CFMoto has filed a patent for some clever technology which links a camera with an electronic suspension system… With each new model year, we’re seeing ever more technology-advanced motorcycles making it to market. The biggest names in the game continue to push the boundaries and come up with clever solutions to make riding…
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Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers dies aged 66

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Darren Hendley

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29th February 2024

TV chef Dave Myers, best known as one half of the Hairy Bikers, has died at the age of 66, according to a statement from his co-star Si King on social media. He found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He reached new fans in 2013…
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EVENT: Get revved up for Suzuki Live!

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Mark Lancaster

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28th February 2024

The trackday-cum-festival is back at Cadwell Park this summer – and there’s a packed programme of biking brilliance going on across the weekend Suzuki Live has gone from strength to strength over the past few years; growing from a one-day trackday to a weekend-long party for fans of all things Suzuki. If you like your…
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Husqvarna Svartpilen and Vitpilen 401

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Mark Lancaster

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27th February 2024

Following swiftly on from the launch of the newest generation KTM 390 Duke, Husqvarna’s asked us to fly South and throw a leg over it’s updated pair of stylish roadsters. The Duke has rightly earned its place in the hallowed halls of the Naked Bike Hall of Fame. The range continues to sell exceptionally well…
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Top Roads: County Durham

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Mark Lancaster

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26th February 2024

If you like your riding beautiful, but a bit bleak, County Durham’s a must visit. You’ll be treated to panoramic views of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and surprisingly quiet, fast, flowing roads which are perfect for motorcycling. We’ve highlighted three cracking roads which cut through the county and, best of all,…
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What we Wear: RST Pathfinder Waterproof Motorcycle Boots

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Mark Lancaster

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23rd February 2024

Our Simon’s been wearing these since early 2023. Here’s what he’s found: British firm RST has carved out an enviable reputation for creating quality kit that doesn’t break the bank, and these Pathfinder boots fit the bill perfectly. I’ve had a couple of pairs of RST boots in the past, and they’ve not let me…
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Road Test: Ducati Scrambler Icon 800

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Mark Lancaster

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22nd February 2024

Base model brilliance from Ducati, so editor Ross says… Ducati has hit gold with its Scrambler range. It sells a ton of bikes to the types of riders who probably wouldn’t have been interested in the Italian firm’s more traditional sporty output. With a couple of engine sizes to choose from, and a host of…
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What we Wear: Held Annone GTX Waterproof motorcycle boots

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Mark Lancaster

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21st February 2024

The Held Annone GTX Gore-Tex Motorcycle Boots are a premium offering from German manufacturer Held. These boots are designed to provide maximum protection, comfort, and durability – and I’ve been using these now for about 10 months, through all weathers! One of the standout features is the full-grain leather construction. Full-grain leather is known for…
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