MoreBikes December 2023

Summer Gloves (no, we’re not potty, read on!)

by

Mark Lancaster

–

13th December 2023

It’s winter. That might seem like a strange time to tell you about our favourite summer riding gloves. But actually, it’s the perfect time to bag a bargain while dreaming of the warmer weather returning and the roads drying out. Here’s what you need to know: E-Numbers The all-important E-number is EN 13594:2015. There should…
Continue reading »
RIDER SKILLS: Braking IN a corner

by

Mark Lancaster

–

7th December 2023

It’s one thing to brake hard on a straight bit of road, but what happens when you have to do it while riding through a corner? This is what… We’ve all been there: ridden into a corner a bit too fast, and found ourselves wanting to slow down while the bike is banked over. The…
Continue reading »
Used Bike Guide: SUZUKI DL650 V-STROM (2011-on)

by

Mark Lancaster

–

6th December 2023

£2500-£7000 It’d be rude not to mention the bike which the DEs replaced. The V-Strom 650 is widely considered a brilliant ‘little’ bike, that’s long been regarded as a smart choice by bikers who approve of its usability, versatility and exceptional value for money. There is a slightly more off-road leaning XT variant, but the…
Continue reading »
Used Bike Guide: Yamaha TDM850 (1991-2001)

by

Mark Lancaster

–

4th December 2023

£1000-£3000 We love Yamaha’s TDM850. It was ahead of its time when it was first released back in the early 90s, offering top road manners in a trail bike-esque package. You could probably call it the first road-focused adventure bike… although strangely, it never proved particularly popular in the UK. Those in the know praise…
Continue reading »
Used Bike Guide: Honda VFR800X Crossrunner (2015-2021)

by

Mark Lancaster

–

2nd December 2023

£3500-£8500 The second generation of Honda’s VFR800X Crossrunner wasn’t exactly a runaway success. It wasn’t particularly on-trend, offering neither the off-road capable all-rounder abilities of a ‘traditional’ adventure bike which were in vogue at the time, nor the eye-widening performance of a more focused sporty tourer. But it’s a brilliant bike, superbly put together (it’s…
Continue reading »
Ridden: Suzuki V-Strom 800

by

Mark Lancaster

–

1st December 2023

There’s a big demand for off-road ready adventure bikes, but what if you’re only interested in riding on the road? Suzuki’s got you covered with the latest version of its much-lauded V-Strom 800. Over to Chris Moss for his thoughts… In March this year Suzuki introduced its ‘comeback’ bike, the V-Strom 800DE. Hailed positively by…
Continue reading »
Used Bike Guide: Yamaha XT600 (1990-2004)

by

Mark Lancaster

–

30th November 2023

Looking for a thumper of a trail bike? Yamaha XT600 is a brilliant bit of kit. While it’s not going to win any awards for its outright performance, it’s solid, reliable and uncomplicated; making it the perfect example of the back to basics trail bikes of the ‘90s. Its knobbly tyres, soft suspension and sightly…
Continue reading »
The Thumper Renaissance

by

Mark Lancaster

–

29th November 2023

Big trail bikes were everywhere 30 years ago. Honda’s XR, Kawasaki’s KLR and Suzuki’s DR snapped up sales left, right and centre, offering just the right balance of off-road prowess and usable road manners. But if you like your bikes rugged and a little bit raucous, there are only a handful of options that fit…
Continue reading »
Top Roads: Scottish Borders

by

Mark Lancaster

–

27th November 2023

After some inspiration for 2024? How about the Scottish Boarders… The Scottish Borders is a haven for bikers. It’s often bypassed by tourists pressing on to get up to the more dramatic Highlands, but they’re missing out on some seriously special scenery and surprisingly quiet twisty roads. What more does any biker need? MOFFAT MAGIC…
Continue reading »
Long Termers: Yamaha Niken GT

by

Mark Lancaster

–

24th November 2023

The Niken GT might be designed to cover serious mileage, but I’ve actually been riding it primarily on my daily commute. It’s a good stint; 20-odd miles each way across rolling Lincolnshire countryside which gives me a good chance to stretch its legs on the reg. It’s incredibly easy to live with; while it’s a…
Continue reading »

MoreBikes December 2023

Latest Issue

Free Digital Issue

Search

Tags