Motorbikes

January motorcycle registrations inline with expectations

Motorcycle, moped and scooter registrations were down 5.2 per cent last month compared with January last year, according to the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCIA).

Bike-friendly, smart, safe and sustainable

The latest-generation Astucia SolarLite flush-mounted road studs offer lower risks to bikers and cyclists, as well as giving a ten-fold improvement in night time road visibility.

TyreSafe campaign to target bike tyre safety

For the first time, TyreSafe is mounting a tyre safety campaign throughout the month of March to highlight the dangers of defective or badly worn tyres on motorcycles and scooters.

The Yamalube difference!

Yamaha are very proud to announce the availability of their own quality oil brand, developed specifically by Yamaha, for Yamahas. It was apparent that there was a need for an oil that had better qualities than those currently available, so Yamaha engineers specified an oil that would give better engine life with improved performance – the result? Yamalube!

BMW Motorrad Insurance to provide five-day complimentary cover

From 1 February BMW Motorrad Insurance will be offering five-day complimentary insurance cover to all customers purchasing a new or used BMW motorcycle.

Triumph re-creates vintage t-shirt as worn by Steve McQueen!

Triumph pays tribute to one of the most charismatic movie stars of all time with the re-creation of the t-shirt worn by Steve McQueen, while racing his Triumph motorcycle.

GSX-R pricing announced with special colour option

Suzuki has announced the recommended retail price and availability for the all-new GSX-R600 and 750 models.

Triumph launches 2008 Sprint ST

For 2008 Triumph Motorcycles is delighted to announce the release of an updated version of its acclaimed touring champion, the Sprint ST. The bike, which was originally launched in 1999 and last updated in 2005, has been a consistently popular member of Triumph’s UK line-up.

Edmondson relentless at the Tough One

Relentless Suzuki rider Paul Edmondson faced his toughest test of the year so far at the WOR Events Tough One Extreme Enduro over the weekend. Set in the intimidating Nantmawr Quarry near Oswestry in Shropshire, the event has become something of a mecca for both riders and spectators who like their going tough.

Motor Cycle Industry challenges VED evasion estimate

A claim this week that nearly 40 per cent of motorcyclists are evading the payment of vehicle excise duty (VED or road tax) has been slammed as a gross over-estimate of the true problem using deeply flawed methodology.

B-King to invade London

The most powerful production naked muscle-bike is set to invade London at the end of the month, as Suzuki’s B-King gets ready to take centre stage at the London Motorcycle Show at Excel between the 31st January and the 3rd February.

Herodom for the masses 16 Yamahas attract 0% finance

Yamaha Motor UK are delighted to announce their most comprehensive Finance scheme ever. SIXTEEN models, including top performers such as the YZF-R1 and YZF-R6, are to benefit from 0% Finance, APR Typical, with just £199 down over 2.5 years (subject to status)!