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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
KTM 890 DUKE R – the scalpel got sharper but is it the new middleweight champion of the world?
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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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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How are motorcycle insurance premiums calculated, how do comparison sites work, what cover do you need and why cheap motorcycle insurance isn’t always best
10/09/2020
Everything you need to know about motorcycle insurance but were afraid to ask
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MOT extension to be dropped from 1st August as tests get back to normal
29/06/2020
MOTs back for bikes on 1st August 2020
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235hp, 152.2KG (with race kit), and huge downforce from the bi-plane wings, we take the incredible Ducati Superleggera V4 for a few hot laps of Mugello.
02/07/2020
Ducati Superleggera V4 2020 Review | Track Tested
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