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It’s another bumper year of new motorbikes! Here are the details of all the new or updated models for 2020, including those all-important prices.
Ducati Streetfighter V4S review
Yamaha’s brilliant middleweight all-rounder gets funky new styling, Euro 5 emissions and improved suspension to become even more brilliant
A2-licence friendly, sporty little naked gets updated for 2020 but for +£5k is it good enough against tough competition.
Triumph Tiger 900 Review including Video
Does the 197bhp supercharged supernaked take the class to new heights with even more fruitloopiness?
The third coming of KTM’s bonkers hyper naked, the 1290 SUPER DUKE R, promises more power, less weight and triple the chassis stiffness.
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Businesses around the world are struggling, but Royal Enfield is confident it will weather the Covid-19 crisis, and that motorcycling will come out stronger
30/04/2020
Motorcycles expected to be more popular after lockdown
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Riding rules after lockdown
02/06/2020
Can I ride my motorcycle during the Coronavirus pandemic?
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A motorcycle or scooter can save you money, help you social distance and be fun. Here’s how to learn to ride and what to buy: beginner’s guide to biking
07/05/2020
Learn to ride a motorbike or scooter: A beginner’s guide
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The UK government and DVLA has issued new advice on what to do if your car or motorcycle MoT is due to expire during Coronavirus…
29/06/2020
What to do if your car or motorcycle MoT is due | UK Coronavirus update
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