Motorbikes

New Haynes Kawasaki Z750 and Z1000 manual

The Z750 and Z1000 models from Kawasaki epitomise the 'naked' bike concept yet are very different. The larger engined machine revs like a racer, looks mean and evokes memories of Kawasaki’s original Z1.

Championship win for youth Relentless rider

The final round of the British Masters championship was held at the weekend at the famous Foxhills circuit near Swindon, Wiltshire. Coming into the final round holding an 80 plus point advantage over second place Rickie Roderick, Suzuki Youth Relentless team rider James Dunn was looking to clinch the race win and the title in the small wheel 85cc class.

Motul success for Edmondson

Relentless Suzuki Enduro rider Paul Edmondson blitzed the second round of the Motul GB Hare Scramble Championship at Nantmawr Quarry over the weekend. The challenging course near Oswestry, Shropshire, held no barriers for Fast Eddy – he has competed there on several occasions and always posted excellent results in the annual Tough One event held every January.

First of Honda’s 2009 motorcycle models announced

Honda has announced the first of its exciting motorcycle model line-up for the 2009 model year.

VMAX breaks cover in the UK

Yamaha are extremely excited to announce that their ultimate new flagship model will finally be on display to the public at the forthcoming Ace Café, Brighton Burn-up.

Motorcycle market holds up well despite dip in August

The faltering UK economy caught up with the motorcycle market last month, with only the fourth monthly dip in sales so far this year. Following a 22 per cent increase in the market in July, total registrations for powered two wheelers (PTWs) in August were 12.3 per cent down on last year at 10,104 units, according to figures from the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI).

Riders run for 1950s motorcycle race at 2008 Goodwood Revival

In just over two weeks time (19-21 September), the Goodwood Revival will add an exciting new dimension to its race programme for 2008. A fresh grid of motorcycles and legendary top riders are set to star in a ‘new look’ Barry Sheene Memorial Trophy for 1950s motorcycles.

BMW offers complimentary navigation system with R 1200 RT

Hot on the heels of the recent launch of its brand new satellite navigation system - the BMW Motorrad Z?mo - BMW Motorrad is pleased to announce that all customers purchasing an R 1200 RT, between 1 September and 19 December 2008 (inclusive), will automatically qualify for a complimentary BMW Z?mo and mounting kit.

Safety focus for bike show Youth Day

Organised by the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCIA), the International Motorcycle and Scooter Show’s annual Youth Day will see 700 young people between 14 and 17 years of age enjoying a great day out at the NEC on December 2 – right in the middle of Britain’s premier bike show running from November 28 to December 7.

The AA chooses Honda

Honda Silverwing 600 scooters and NT700VA Deauville motorbikes are coming to the streets of London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Glasgow, as the AA chooses Honda motorcycles as part of its rapid response two-wheel patrol fleet.

Top ten in Denmark for Gregory

Team Relentless Suzuki MX rider, Lewis Gregory, claimed yet another top-ten result in the European Championships at Randers in Denmark at the weekend, onboard his RM-Z250. Qualifying in eighth position at the sandy track, Lewis was determined to fly the flag for the team that has been dogged by recent rider injury.

Honda’s most popular motorcycle deals end soon!

Three of Honda Motorcycles’ special offer deals - ‘Get Naked’, ‘Whatever the Weather’ and ‘Open Wide and Say RR’ - will end on 30 September, but there’s still time to buy the bike of your dreams and take advantage of these great deals before the end of the summer.