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Many riders take to roads without realising they are putting themselves in danger by wearing the incorrect clothing. This week’s tips offers advice on clothing to all riders from IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman. Make sure your crash helmet fits correctly, have your head measured and try a number of […]
IAM RoadSmart is staging its first ever riding skills day for female bikers only, focusing on handling, skills development and getting the most from their riding. The day will focus on individuals’ own development goals and all levels of ability and experience are welcome. The women only riding day takes place at Thruxton circuit in […]
Writing in the Winter 2015/16 80th anniversary edition of Good Motoring magazine, Ian Kerr MBE suggests there are some effective ways of improving the safety of motorcyclists – starting with a more rigorous learning and testing process Motorcycle riders feature prominently in the yearly statistics, referring to those killed or seriously injured on the roads […]
Motorcycle Live 2015 – which takes places at The NEC, Birmingham from 28 November to 6 December 2015 – may be all about the new metal for many bike fans, but it’s also a chance to see some of the UK’s most impressive custom and classic machinery. The Classic Feature gets a revamp this year thanks to […]
On Saturday, 3rd October 2015, Jim Redman MBE, six times World Champion and six times Isle of Man TT winner, will be the guest speaker at an evening held in the Lecture Theatre of the NMMT Collections Centre at Beaulieu. Named the ‘World’s Greatest Motorcycle Racer’ by many, Jim Redman started his racing career as […]
Crank’d takes home-grown superstars from motorcycle trials, BMX, mountain bike trials, and road bike stunt riding and blends these pedal and petrol-powered performers together for a battle of the cranks over a specially-constructed indoor playground of dirt ramps, jump boxes, high jumps and flatbed sections. With internet sensation Christian ‘DJ-BBQ’ Stevenson hosting three shows each day and four at a […]
The MCI is saying ‘Get On’ during National Motorcycle Week 2010 which runs from 18-24 July 2010. If you’ve never experienced two wheels in any form, this is the ideal opportunity to do so. Those wanting to try a bike or scooter can participate in the event by enjoying a FREE one-hour taster session with […]
The House of Commons heard Gordon Brown announce on 25th February: “It is important that we have a strong motorcycling industry in this country.” During Prime Minister’s Questions Mr Brown was quizzed by the Conservative MP for St Albans, Anne Main. She asked him specifically about the issue of motorcycle testing, which has been fundamentally […]
Whilst this is first and foremost a car blog, I thought I’d share with you all the sad news that Buell motorbikes will be no more as Harley Davidson are focussing their efforts elsewhere. Whilst Buell motorbikes may not have been for everyone, at least they provided something different for the market and I certainly […]