Martin Fitz-Gibbons
Motorcycle Journalist and one half of Front End Chatter
Riding for over 20 years and a journalist for most of them, MFG's two-wheeled experience is as long and as broad as his forehead. Owns an MV Agusta Turismo Veloce and a Suzuki SV650S, and is one half of biking podcast Front End Chatter.
Recent Posts
- Features
Front End Chatter - Episode 217
On this episode: Marquez's Win, Chinese Bikes and much more
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons13/10/2025 - Triumph
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS (2025) – Review
Speed Triple 1200 RS retakes the title as Triumph’s most powerful bike with 2025 upgrades including new Öhlins smart suspension
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons18/07/2025 - Long-Term Test Bikes
Kawasaki Z7 Hybrid (2024) - Long Term Review
Can petrol and electric really work together on a motorcycle?
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons26/06/2025 - Kawasaki
Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX (2025) - Review
Bigger 1099cc engine for 2025, and uprated Ninja 1100SX SE joins the Kawasaki range
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons23/06/2025 - Voge
Voge DS625X (2025) – Review
Voge’s new middleweight adventurer promises a lot for six grand
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons19/06/2025 - Triumph
Triumph Tiger Sport 800 (2025) – Review
New Tiger Sport 800 hits the sports-touring sweet spot
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons16/05/2025 - Triumph
Triumph Trident 660 (2025) – Review
Big updates but a price freeze for the A2-friendly roadster
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons22/04/2025 - Triumph
Triumph Tiger Sport 660 (2025) – Review
Middleweight all-rounder gets even more features for 2025
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons22/04/2025 - Honda
Honda CB1000 Hornet and SP (2025) – Review
Are Honda’s new CB1000 Hornet and Hornet SP the bargains of 2025?
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons02/04/2025 - Bike Features
Best 2025 Learner Motorcycle (125cc)
Want to get started on two wheels? Here are the best new 125cc learner motorcycles you can buy in 2025
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons01/04/2025 - Bike Features
Best Sports bikes available to buy in 2025
Looking for the purest performance hit on two wheels? Here are the best new sports bikes you can buy in 2025
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons14/03/2025 - Honda
Honda NT1100 (2025) – Review
Performance boost, tech upgrade and new electronic suspension option for 2025 Honda NT1100
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons27/02/2025 - Electric Motorcycle
Electric Motorcycle Guide (2025) – Is the future really electric?
Everything you need to know about the world of electric motorcycles in 2025 and beyond
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons28/01/2025 - Bike Features
Best 2025 Adventure Motorcycle
Want an adventure bike but not sure which? Let us help pick the best adventure motorcycle for you
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons20/01/2025 - Bike Features
Best 2025 Sports Tourer Motorcycles
Want a bike that’s both quick and comfy? Let us help you pick the perfect sports tourer
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons20/01/2025 - BMW
BMW S1000XR (2024) – Review
BMW’s updated 170bhp adventure-sports-tourer tested on a 2000-mile European tour
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons02/07/2024 - CFMOTO
CFMoto 800MT Sport (2024) – Review
Is the CFMoto 800MT Sport the best-value bike in 2024?
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons30/05/2024 - Husqvarna
Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 (2024) - Review
First twin-cylinder Husqvarna Svartpilen arrives as the 2024 801
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons02/05/2024 - Features
Front End Chatter - episode 190
Plug in your headphones, sit back and relax with Britain's best motorcycle podcast
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons23/04/2024 - Electric Motorcycle
Is Zeeho the next big name in electric bikes?
Support from KTM's owners and three all-new electric bikes - should we take Zeeho seriously?
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons10/04/2024 - Bike Features
Best bikes for green-laning (2024)
Most popular trail motorcycles in Britain
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons10/04/2024 - Honda
Honda CBR650R (2024) - Review
Honda CBR650R gets new look and tech, E-Clutch option for 2024
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons05/04/2024 - Honda
Honda CB650R (2024) - Review
New look, new tech and an innovative E-Clutch option for 2024
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons05/04/2024 - Triumph
Triumph Daytona 660 (2024) - Review
Do-everything appeal for Triumph's new entry-level sportsbike
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons13/03/2024 - Electric Motorcycle
Best electric mopeds and scooters (2024) | Specs & Prices
Our choice of the top electric mopeds and scooters you can ride on an AM or A1 licence.
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons06/03/2024 - Electric Motorcycle
Best A1 & A2-friendly electric bikes (2024)
Not sure what electric motorcycle you can ride on an A1 or A2 licence? Find out our picks here!
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons28/02/2024 - Kawasaki
Kawasaki Eliminator 500 (2024) - Review
Mid-capacity cruiser relaunches a name from Kawasaki's past
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons09/02/2024 - Triumph
Triumph Scrambler 400X (2024) - Review
Smaller Scrambler 400X brings Triumph to a new audience
By Martin Fitz-Gibbons06/02/2024
