Touring

RIDER SKILLS: Riding on Motorways

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Mark Lancaster

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20th February 2024

Motorways are great for covering distance in no time, but they come with a whole set of considerations that you need to appreciate to make your progress safe. We talked to Harrison Browne from Phoenix Motorcycle Training to get an idea of the key areas to concentrate on… Although motorways are the UK’s safest roads,…
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First Ride: Suzuki GSX-S1000GX

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Mark Lancaster

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17th February 2024

We’ve just had a couple of days to put Suzuki’s new tall-rounder through its paces. The £14,499 bike’s a big deal for the factory, bringing together its much-loved GSX-R1000 motor and its first automatic adjustable suspension system. Here’s editor Ross’s thoughts! Suzuki’s been really busy of late; probably busier than it’s been in years, creating…
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Top Gear: Weise ION Heated Gloves

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Mark Lancaster

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28th December 2023

Now that we’re experiencing some more refreshing climatic conditions, it isn’t time to park up the bike for the winter, but rather equip ourselves to carry on riding through to the spring. The Weise Ion gloves are made with a combination of textile and full-grain leather – dual layered over critical zones – with KP1…
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Top Roads: Scottish Borders

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Mark Lancaster

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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…
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Long Termers: Yamaha Niken GT

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Mark Lancaster

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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…
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Used Bike Guide: SUZUKI SV650 (1999-2015)

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Mark Lancaster

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14th November 2023

£2000-£3500 This is a slightly left-field option. Firstly, it’s less modern retro and more actual retro, having been first released before the turn of the millennium. But over the intervening 20-odd years it’s won the hearts and minds of an eclectic mix of riders who approve of its usability, affordability and versatility. It is truly…
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NEW BIKES: Suzuki’s long-legged GSX-S1000GX

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Ross Mowbray

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7th November 2023

Suzuki’s been bloody busy of late; probably busier than it’s been in years, creating an ever-growing range of desirable and downright usable bikes that have big appeal to bikers far and wide – and the newly released GX looks to be poised to keep the good times going. Based on the GSX-S1000, and subsequently the…
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MotoBrite LED Number Plate Hazard Warning Triangle

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Mark Lancaster

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17th October 2023

Introducing an incredibly efficient product that discreetly fits behind your number plate. Once opened, it automatically activates a brilliant flashing hazard warning triangle. And when closed, it switches off on its own. Whether you’re taking a break, chatting, or experiencing engine troubles on the side of the road, this product is the perfect solution to…
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2024 Ducati Multistrada V4 S Grand Tour

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Alan Dowds

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26th September 2023

Luxury full-featured high-speed adventure touring – at a price If we’re honest, the standard Multistrada V4 is an incredible touring bike as it is. The amazing 170bhp Granturismo V4 engine, superbike-spec chassis setup, more electronics than an Elon Musk spaceship, and lush styling makes it a winner without any bolt-ons. But Ducati likes to go…
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LS2 helmet intercom – powered by Cardo Systems

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Mark Lancaster

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26th September 2023

Following LS2’s announcement of adopting the new Universal Communications Solution (UCS) standard in selected helmets during EICMA 2022 in Milan, the LS2 INTERCOM – LS24X powered by Cardo – is now available. The LS24X has been designed explicitly for easy installation into the ECE 22.06 compliant VECTOR 2, ADVANT and INFINITY helmets, offering customers a choice of…
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