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SENA Specter Modular Smart Helmet Revealed at EICMA 2025

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Mark Lancaster

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28th November 2025

SENA has officially unveiled the new Specter modular smart helmet at EICMA 2025, introducing a premium touring-focused lid packed with integrated technology and long-distance riding features. Designed for riders who want connectivity, comfort and safety in one package, the Specter represents SENA’s latest step forward in smart-helmet innovation. Key Features and Technology At the core…
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PRODUCTION BEGINS on Ducati’s All-New Fifth-Generation Monster

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Mark Lancaster

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27th November 2025

Ducati has officially started production of the fifth-generation Monster, the latest evolution of one of motorcycling’s most iconic naked bikes. The new 2026 Monster is the lightest four-valve Monster ever built, and arrives with a redesigned chassis, a new V2 engine with variable timing, and a sharper, modern take on the original 1992 “everything you…
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MOTORCYCLING is for everyone

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Mark Lancaster

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19th November 2025

Phoenix Motorcycle Training is making motorcycling accessible to everyone, and Linda Pilbeam, 71, proves that with the right support age certainly isn’t a limiting factor. The beauty of motorcycling is that there’s no particular time or way to get started with it. For 71-year-old Linda Pilbeam, the road to a full licence was a long…
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R&G: New wave of protection for Suzuki, Ducati and Honda riders

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Mark Lancaster

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8th November 2025

Even more key 2025 machines have been given the R&G makeover, with the Hampshire-based crash protection specialist unveiling a host of products for the latest Suzuki GSX-8T, Ducati Multistrada V2 and Honda NC750X, as well as additional lines for the Ducati Panigale V2(S) and Yamaha Ténéré 700. Always eager to ensure riders can protect their…
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KAWASAKI Z900RS: Retro revolution…

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Mark Lancaster

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1st November 2025

Kawasaki’s retro rocket, the Z900RS, has just had a serious glow-up for 2026 in a bid to ensure this legend stays alive and kicking for a long time yet to come. Bruce Wilson tells us what we need to know… The RS and its posh SE sibling have been fettled for the new model year…
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DUCATI MONSTER 2026: More Tech, More Attitude, More Monster!

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Mark Lancaster

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23rd October 2025

Ducati has pulled the wraps off the fifth-generation Monster… and it’s lighter, sharper and more desirable than ever. Thirty-four years on from the original 900 that redefined the naked bike scene, the 2026 Monster is here to remind everyone exactly why it’s still the benchmark for street-going hooliganism. Born from the simple idea of “everything…
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NEW KIT: Full-Face helmet for under £50

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Mark Lancaster

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6th October 2025

MTR launches new S-4 full face motorcycle helmet for under £50 Louis Moto, Europe’s leading motorcycle kit and accessories retailer, has revealed the S-4 full face motorcycle helmet from exclusive brand MTR, available now in the UK via the Louis Moto website for just £46.74*. Designed with a perfect balance of comfort, affordability, and the latest ECE…
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GEM calls for urgent action following rise in motorcycle fatalities

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Mark Lancaster

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3rd October 2025

Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is calling for renewed focus and shared responsibility among all road users, after newly released government figures revealed an 8% rise in motorcycle fatalities on Britain’s roads in 2024. While it is encouraging to note small decreases in car occupant and cyclist deaths, these gains are overshadowed by…
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RIDDEN: Triumph Trident 660

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Mark Lancaster

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24th September 2025

Once seen as Triumph’s gateway drug, has the updated Trident outgrown its entry-level status? Dave Manning tells us what we need to know… While the 660 triple has been around for a few years, until now I’d not had chance to try it out, wondering how it’d compare to the original 675cc Street Triple I…
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MERLIN: Powers Up Winter Riding with New Heated Range

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Mark Lancaster

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17th September 2025

British motorcycle clothing specialist Merlin has launched its latest innovation for cold-weather bikers – the new ThermaVolt heated mid-layer collection, joined by the CE Level 2 Bednell Heated Glove. When winter sets in, staying warm on two wheels isn’t just about comfort – it’s about concentration and control. Merlin’s heated motorcycle clothing range is designed…
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