Motorbikes
Could you be the UK’s advanced rider of the year?
The hunt is on for the 2010 advanced rider of the year – with the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) offering a new Yamaha bike worth up to £11,500 for the rider who can beat the rest in a series of tests of riding skill.
Suzuki to celebrate in grand style
As the Suzuki Motor Corporation get set to celebrate 50 years of International racing at this year’s Isle of Man TT races - the venue where it all began in 1960, the Japanese manufacturer has announced another ’first’ on the Island, with the news that Loris Capirossi’s GSV-R MotoGP bike will take a lap of the famous TT course – the first ever MotoGP machine to lap the 37.73 mile course.
Rossi’s scooter lands at Yamaha dealerships
The tremendous line-up of Yamaha scooters is now boosted with the addition of the updated version of the 2010 Aerox ‘Team Replica’.
Ducati UK turns to R&G Racing for protection
Ducati UK has agreed a deal with R&G Racing to supply crash protection for its fleet of demonstrator bikes.
Cruise into summer on Suzuki low rate finance
As the weather takes a turn for the better, Suzuki GB is delighted to introduce a new low-rate finance scheme on its entire cruiser line-up, with a low APR of just 2% typical, combined with a small deposit and affordable monthly payments.
Pipercross bike filters ‘offer zero restriction’
Filtration specialist Pipercross is clearly passionate about designing and manufacturing the highest performing filters in the business, but even its own hugely experienced technicians look to gain results from extreme field testing from the top table of motorsport.
Scorpion launch new universal bike paddock stand
The latest Scorpion paddock stand really is all things to all people. After months of design and testing, the Derbyshire-based manufacturer has released this truly universal design.
Tracker foils thieves attempt at bike theft
Opportunistic motorcycle thieves got more than they bargained for after stealing a motorbike that had been fitted with a TRACKER stolen vehicle recovery system. The 10-month old Suzuki GSX-1000 K9, which had been parked by the owner outside his workplace in Central London, was loaded into the back of a van and driven off.
Hildebrand & Wolfmuller motorcycle sells for £86,200
With 266 machines on offer, Bonhams auction at The International Classic MotorCycle Show, Stafford on 25th April was the largest for many years and equally successful: 85% of lots selling for a premium-inclusive total of £1.6 million.
Bikers warn of motoring mayhem
Half of all experienced motorcyclists believe that drivers should be given a virtual motorcycle lesson as part of the driving test to improve their attitude towards bikers, reveals research from Saga Motorcycle Insurance.
HM Plant Honda set for Bank Holiday BSB
The HM Plant Honda team is looking to maintain its winning momentum this Bank Holiday weekend when returning to action at Oulton Park for the third round of the British Superbike Championship.
Super accessories for a Super Tenere
Yamaha is very pleased to announce the release of a fantastic new line-up of Genuine Accessories for the colossal new XT1200Z Super Tenere.
Suzuki Sunday announced for Ace Cafe
Suzuki owners are invited to a special day of celebrations on 20th June, as Suzuki GB join forces with the UK's most recognised biker venue, to stage a special day as the firm celebrates 25 years of the GSX-R sports bike range and 50 years of International racing in 2010.
Bikers reminded of the need for adequate insurance
Research from the Institute of Advanced Motorists has revealed that most motorcycle accidents happen during daylight hours and good weather conditions.
TomTom Urban Rider
This smart two-wheel navigator has a glove-friendly, intuitive screen and simplified user interface, but also ensures riders have the smartest navigation with innovative TomTom features like advanced lane guidance and IQ Routes – all from just £249.