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ADVERTISING PROMOTION Metropolis Motorcycles has three branches located in London, each with their own areas of specialism to cater for the city biker’s every need. The North London branch, located in Barnet, is a solus Honda dealer, while the Greenwich-based... More...
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The London International Custom Bike Show at the Alexandra Palace might have been lacking in terms of vendors. But the motorcycles on display showed the type of ingenuity and engineering that puts Britain right at the top of the custom... More...
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Motus recently unveiled the MST-01 for the first time, to critical acclaim. Former Ducati and Piaggio star Pierre Terblanche has hailed the 1650cc V4 a “wonderful achievement – a great concept, great engine, and don’t forget this is a conservative... More...
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New German manufacturer Horex has begun track testing the new 1200cc supercharged VR6 ahead of sales later this year. This the first time the bike has been pictured outside of bike shows and with the engine actually working inside a... More...
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David Essex was reunited with the Silver Dream Racer after more than 30 years at a film premiere last night. The pop singer and actor posed on the Barton Suzuki 500cc triple at the premiere of I, Superbiker, a documentary... More...
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The Triumph Triple Challenge race series will feature at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on June 10-12. The Silverstone MotoGP round will be the fourth Triumph Triple Challenge round, and the class will use the traditional pits and start/finish... More...
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Kawasaki will launch an ultra-sophisticated new version of the ZZR1400 which will take all of the latest electronic rider aids from the ZX-10R and bigger GTR1400 tourer. The new ZZR1400 will get the advanced K-ACT ABS braking system and K-TRC... More...
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Honda has officially confirmed one fatality at its research and development facility in Tochigi in the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan this morning. Thirty injuries have also been reported at the Honda facility, some 80 miles north of Tokyo.... More...
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The Frank Thomas brand and its kit will live on as if nothing has happened, a spokesman for new owner J&S Accessories has told MCN. The company, as part of the Thomas Sports Group, was in administration until its purchase... More...
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We've been browsing MCN bikes for sale every day to bring you some of our top picks from over 10,000 motorcycles for sale. Read more modern classics news and features Here's just a few of the fantastic modern classic machines... More...
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Honda’s Tochigi R&D plant hit by Japan earthquake
MCN - Motorcycle News posted a topic in Daily Ride
Honda’s huge Tochigi Proving Ground and research and development facility are among those areas hit by the massive Japanese earthquake that struck last night. The earthquake measured a powerful 8.9 magnitude and triggered a tsunami that has caused huge damage... More... -
Honda’s revived CBR600F has impressed beyond expectations in its first full test in next week’s Motorcycle News – out on Wednesday March 16th. Chief Road Tester Trevor Franklin rode the bike at its world launch in southern Spain last week,... More...
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Harley-Davidson’s new-for-2011 Blackline is on test in next week’s Motorcycle News (on sale Wednesday March 16) – and it’s proved something of a ‘Marmite’, love/hate it machine. The new machine is indisputably one of the best-looking Hogs in years –... More...
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Honda’s Tochigi R&D plant hit by Japan earthquake
MCN - Motorcycle News posted a topic in Daily Ride
Honda’s huge Tochigi Proving Ground and research and development facility are among those areas hit by the massive Japanese earthquake that struck last night. The earthquake measured a powerful 8.9 magnitude and triggered a tsunami that has caused huge damage... More... -
Insurers should pay for a dedicated police unit to tackle a rise in fraudulent claims, according an influential group of MPs.Fraud is a key factor behind soaring premiums and could lead to deaths in deliberately staged accidents, according to the... More...
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Three pizza delivery boys from Sheffield, Yorkshire are going to ride 12,000km (7,456 miles) across punishing desert to Bamako, Mali to raise money for Practical Action. Liam Lee (25), Scott Hannah (32), and Henry Nottage (29) will ride three Honda Innova... More...
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Until now the big supermoto roost has been ruled by the KTM 990 SMR and Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo, but now Aprilia have joined the party with the Dorsoduro 1200. A glance at the spec sheet shows the Aprilia to... More...
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Wednesday 2nd March I can’t believe the racing weekend starts as soon as Wednesday, but I have to clean the van and get it loaded up, so I can drive straight to Brands from work on Thursday night. There’s so... More...
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MotoGP racer Cal Crutchlow was given a guided tour of the new £27million pit complex at Silverstone which is due for completion in just two months. Crutchlow, Britain's only rider in the top racing championship was clearly impressed by the... More...
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Sky Sports presenter Charlie Webster headlined the first ever Ladies Speedway Training day – a special charity event organised by ex-riders Barry Bishop and Steve Mills. Thirty women had a go at riding a speedway bike for the first time... More...
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Three pizza delivery boys from Sheffield, Yorkshire are going to ride 12,000km (7,456 miles) across punishing desert to Bamako, Mali to raise money for Practical Action. Liam Lee (25), Scott Hannah (32), and Henry Nottage (29) will ride three Honda Innova... More...
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Wednesday 2nd March I can’t believe the racing weekend starts as soon as Wednesday, but I have to clean the van and get it loaded up, so I can drive straight to Brands from work on Thursday night. There’s so... More...
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Sky Sports presenter Charlie Webster headlined the first ever Ladies Speedway Training day – a special charity event organised by ex-riders Barry Bishop and Steve Mills. Thirty women had a go at riding a speedway bike for the first time... More...
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Until now the big supermoto roost has been ruled by the KTM 990 SMR and Ducati Hypermotard 1100 Evo, but now Aprilia have joined the party with the Dorsoduro 1200. A glance at the spec sheet shows the Aprilia to... More...
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MotoGP racer Cal Crutchlow was given a guided tour of the new £27million pit complex at Silverstone which is due for completion in just two months. Crutchlow, Britain's only rider in the top racing championship was clearly impressed by the... More...