Motorbikes
Beat the VAT increase and defer payments with Ducati
Ducati UK is pleased to announce the launch of a unique 6 month deferred payment campaign commencing on the 1st October 2010.
Autumn, a dangerous time for moped riders
The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) is warning young riders to take extra care at this time of year, with research showing that autumn sees the largest proportion of casualties involving teenage moped riders.
Shark unveil two brand new helmets
This week French helmet manufacturer SHARK, unveiled its 2011 helmet collection at its Hampshire headquarters to a group of media and key SHARK racers including Micheal Laverty, James Westmoreland and newly crowned British Supersport Champion Sam Lowes.
Honda gears up for 2011 new model unveilings
Honda is gearing up for a busy Autumn season with the unveiling of its new-for-2011 motorcycle model line-up, across three international events.
Lorenzo to open Carole Nash Motorcycle Live
Carole Nash Motorcycle Live is proving a big attraction to some of the biggest names in motorcycling – not only have over 30 major manufacturers signed up, but MotoGP championship leader Jorge Lorenzo has now been confirmed to open the nine-day event.
Scorpion Exhausts launch new ‘GP Series’ bike range
Scorpion Exhausts, the UK’s leading manufacturer of car and bike exhausts has launched a ground-breaking new range of bespoke composite performance exhausts for a wide range of core sports bikes.
Yamaha extend offerings
Great news for those riders who want to trade up to a new Yamaha at the end of the Summer, Yamaha have just announced that their finance promotions have been extended to 13th December 2010. Good luck for some!
Showcase your two wheeled pride and joy
This November’s Footman James Classic Motorbike Show is looking to find the very best examples of classic bikes down the ages when it rides into Birmingham’s NEC from 12th to 14th November. The Pride of Ownership contest is aimed at individual owners of both standard and modified motorcycles who wish to showcase their pride and joy.
MINI Scooter E Concept
MINI can never be accused of standing still. Shortly after the launch of the brand’s largest ever vehicle, the Countryman, MINI is showing its smallest in a world premiere at the Paris Motor Show (October 2-17).
Get on your bike for Car Free Day 2010
Car Free Day (September 22nd) comes at the end of European Mobility Week, which aims to promote sustainable mobility. Opting to get on a motorcycle or scooter is one way people can contribute to helping reduce congestion, enable shorter journey times and help to improve the environment.
R&G Racing Shocktube
Demonstrating R&G’s continued expansion in offering complete protection for a bike – not just from crash damage.
Small is beautiful at Carole Nash Motorcycle Live
Carole Nash Motorcycle Live has announced that two further scooter brands have signed up to exhibit at this year’s event at the NEC in Birmingham from 27 November to 5 December, making a total of 32 manufacturers showing their new 2011 models.
Ducati UK sales soar in August
Ducati UK and its dealers recorded an outstanding result in August 2010 with 154 UK registrations up over 80% versus August 2009.
Mick Extance introduces new Trials Experience Days
Britain’s most successful Dakar endurance rider of recent years – Mick Extance – has now introduced a series of new Trials Experience Days, based in the beautiful Peak District, to further add to the Enduro and Motocross experiences already offered by his Honda backed off-road biking experience.
Two Ducati Multistradas presented for the Pope’s motorcade
The gift of two Ducati Multistrada motorcycles for the Corps of Gendarmerie of Vatican City has been presented to Pope Bendictus XVI to be used as part of the Pope’s official security motorcade.