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2019 BSB champion wins Race One at Donington
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (504+ words) Scott Redding secured his first victory of the 2026 British Superbike Championship season in the opening race of the weekend at Donington Park. The race came to a premature end at the beginning of the final lap as the rain began…...
Iconic BSB team to begin new chapter
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (426+ words) The TAS Racing name will disappear from the British Superbike Championship following the conclusion of the 2026 season after joining the GRYD Racing Group. The organisation is co-owned by Michael Laverty and David Eltherington and currently oversees the MLAV Racing project....
Reigning champion tops stunning BSB qualifying session
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (517+ words) Reigning British Superbike Champion Kyle Ryde secured pole position in a stunning qualifying session at Donington Park which saw eight riders break the existing lap record. Ryde was particularly quick in the fourth and fifth sectors, posting strong lap-times even…...
The Carding Shed is a blast from the past for bikers and vintage car lovers
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (383+ words) If you're ever feeling a bit nostalgic, then taking a ride to the Carding Shed in the Peak District might be the voyage you need. The deceptively small venue houses a fully operational classic car garage, a design that harks…...
Dual fuel tanks and cruise control | 650 miles of stress-free riding on the Yamaha T'n'r' 700 World Raid
3+ day, 3+ hour ago (600+ words) I may have been working at MCN for over 20 years, but it's still a joy to pick up your new long-term test bike " even better when it looks as good as the 2026 Yamaha T'n'r' 700 World Raid. The 650 miles I've done…...
Need a new pair of riding jeans? Our mega-guide tells you everything you need to know!
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (1833+ words) If you're honest, you've probably ridden a motorbike in normal denim jeans before (I certainly have). The ease and comfort of chucking on your favourite'leather jacket, gloves and a'helmet'and heading out the door is very tempting. But in our heart…...
New live map reveals where local motorcycle theft is happening in real time
3+ day, 48+ min ago (296+ words) Security specialists Litelok have unveiled a new live "Theft Intelligence" platform designed to highlight motorcycle and bicycle theft trends around the world. The web-based tool, now available via the Litelok website, uses an interactive map to visualise reported thefts and…...
Is this the helmet that will take you across continents in comfort and style?
3+ day, 22+ min ago (762+ words) The NEXX X. Lifetour Zero Pro is a carbon fibre modular helmet designed for comfort and protection over the miles. It sits in the range alongside non-carbon fibre versions of the same design. I rode with the X. Lifetour Zero Pro through…...
The Harley-Davidson Sportster is back on the menu, and it's looking like fantastic value!
4+ day, 3+ min ago (501+ words) Harley-Davidson have confirmed plans to revive their iconic air-cooled Sportster as part of plans to draw a fresh crowd to the 123-year-old Bar and Shield brand. The born-again Sportster, expected to arrive as early as next year, is reportedly set…...
Motorcycle licensing reform for British bikers - the industry responds
4+ day, 3+ min ago (308+ words) Key motorcycle industry groups have issued a joint response to a Government consultation looking at potential changes to the current motorcycle and moped licensing, testing, and training regime. Launched by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), the consultation ran…...