Motorbikes
Suzuki extends interest-free offers
Suzuki GB has announced extensions to the popular 0% finance offers, seeing the GSX-R1000, RM-Z450 and 250 models available interest-free, until 31st March 2009.
Old legends meet new heroes at Race Retro
Two wheeled racers spanning over 50 years will be roaring into Race Retro, the international historic motorsport show, when it accelerates into Stoneleigh Park from the 13th to 15th March.
DSA promotes motorcycle safety scheme at NEC
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) will be joined by former Superbike Champion and now MotoGP commentator Steve Parrish to promote the new motorcycle road safety initiative: Enhanced Rider Scheme (ERS) at Motorcycle Expo at the NEC, Birmingham.
Yamaha’s sharp looking XJ6 arrives at Yamaha dealers
Yamaha are delighted to announce the arrival of the XJ6, contender for the middle-weight crown. This all-new Yamaha will entice new customers and experienced riders alike, attracted by its clean and contempory lines, complemented by its strong 600 cc liquid-cooled 4-stroke inline 4-cylinder engine, with all-new internals.
Honda’s ‘Brave the Elements’ offer extends to 2009 models
Honda is continuing to reward riders who ‘brave the elements’ this winter, by extending the current offer on four of its most popular motorcycle models to now also include the latest 2009 machines, until 31 March 2009.
‘Test Ride & Win’ the bike of your dreams with Honda
Honda (UK) is offering all motorcyclists the chance to win a brand new Honda machine of their dreams with its ‘Test Ride & Win’ national weekend event next month, from Friday 20 to Monday 23 February.
Motorcycle market ends 2008 just 3.4 % down
Figures from the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) reflect the resilience of the motorcycle market in the economic downturn, ending 2008 just 4,866 registrations short of 2007.
Suzuki launch new XC range
Suzuki GB is offering a refreshing alternative for Hare and Hounds and Cross-Country riders this winter, with the introduction of the two-stroke RM XC range.
London’s red route bus lanes open to motorcyclists
Honda led a snow sprinkled ride out with a number of motorcycle industry partners and the London Mayor’s Director for Transport Policy, Kulveer Ranger, to celebrate the opening of London’s red route bus lanes for motorcyclists, following Transport for London’s (TfL) announcement to allow motorcycles to use red route bus lanes for an 18-month trial period.
Have your say on the proposed modular motorcycling test
The DSA consultation asking for views on proposals to split the current single-event motorcycling test into two parts will close on Friday. (Jan 09)
Motorcycle industry launches Code of Conduct
To coincide with the opening of London’s red route bus lanes to motorcyclists on January 5th, the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) has launched a new Code of Conduct for motorcyclists who will be enjoying the new freedom to use bus lanes.
Final Desmosedici RR’s now in the UK
Ducati UK are pleased to confirm that we have received our last delivery of the Desmosedici RR, with the last few owners taking delivery early in the New Year.
Bridewell signs for Team Lorenzini
Tommy Bridewell has this week signed a deal with the Lorenzini by Leoni Yamaha Italia Team which will see him contest both the FIM 1000cc Superstock Championship as well as the Italian Superstock Championship.
Fast Bikes’ Project Superlight sets new Nurburgring lap record
Future’s Fast Bikes magazine has set a new lap record at the world-famous Nurburgring, with their specially built Suzuki GSX-R600 ‘Project Superlight’.
Local man wins Suzuki GSX-R600
Justian Gray, from York, scooped the dream prize of a brand new Suzuki GSX-R600 motorcycle recently, after entering a year-long competition run by legendary motorcycle manufacturer Suzuki, with backing from Express Insurance.