Jon Urry
Freelance journalist
Jon's a massively experienced road tester, having work on all the bike magazines you could shake a stick at, bike hoarder and all-round top bloke.
Has owned pretty much every bike at some time or another and can currently be found swanning around in a DeLorean.
Second-hand bike guru, Jon is BikeSocial's go-to journo for used bike reviews and can spot a lemon from a peach at 500 paces.
Recent Posts
- Harley-Davidson
Harley-Davidson XR1200 (2008-2013) - Review & Buying Guide
If you are after a head-turning Harley that has bags of character thanks to its air-cooled motor and is fun in the bends, the XR is worth checking out
By Jon Urry10/06/2025 - BMW
BMW R 1200 RT (2006-2013) - Review & Buying Guide
The RT has long been the go-to mile-munching option and is BMW’s best-selling touring model.
By Jon Urry20/05/2025 - Yamaha
Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009-2014) - Review & Buying Guide
As a road-sportsbike, the 2009-2012 YZF-R1 remains an outstanding choice.
By Jon Urry16/05/2025 - Triumph
Triumph Bonneville (2001-2016) - Review & Buying Guide
It may be sold on nostalgia but this is a pleasingly timeless machine that reminds you of the delights of two wheels during a carefree sunny Sunday potter.
By Jon Urry03/04/2025 - Yamaha
Yamaha NMAX 125 (2020 - ) - Review & Buying Guide
Regularly one of the UK’s best-selling scooters, the NMAX offers excellent value for money when new and an incredibly tempting prospect used.
By Jon Urry25/03/2025 - Honda
Honda VFR800 VTEC (2002-2013) - Review & Buying Guide
Honda’s VFR model range set the standard for reliability and practicality throughout the 1990s and well into the 2000s.
By Jon Urry17/03/2025 - Yamaha
Yamaha FJR1300 (2013-2021) - Review & Buying Guide
Yamaha’s surprisingly sporty full-dress tourer has been making waves since its introduction in 2001.
By Jon Urry05/03/2025 - Kawasaki
Kawasaki Versys 1000 (2015-2018) - Review & Buying Guide
More than happy to commute, it is a wonderful two-up tourer that has bags of luggage capacity as well as sensible features such as a centre stand and adjustable screen as standard.
By Jon Urry09/01/2025
