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Boost for Irish classics

Fri, 18 May 2012 16:46:00 +0100

In a move which will provide a further boost to Ireland’s classic and vintage vehicle scene, market-leading specialist insurance broker Carole Nash has been confirmed as title sponsor of the fast-growing Classic Car & Motorcycle Live Show.

Motorcycle Live ambassadors

Fri, 18 May 2012 16:45:00 +0100

The organisers of Motorcycle Live, the UK’s biggest bike show, are looking for real people to represent the length and breadth of the British biking community in the 2012 advertising campaign.

thepeoplesbike.com

Fri, 18 May 2012 16:42:00 +0100

Since TT2009 thepeoplesbike.com have been inviting fans to become part of the team and add an extra dimension to their TT experience.

Fuel for thought

Fri, 18 May 2012 16:39:00 +0100

The two best selling bikes in the UK now represent even better value, with both the PCX125 and CBF125 available at 0% APR over 36 months, with a minimum deposit of just £99.

Honda backs RAF

Thu, 17 May 2012 19:34:00 +0100

Honda (UK) has announced its support for the Royal Air Force Reserves racing project for the 2012 season. Officially named RAF Reserves Racing in Association with Honda, the team are competing in the British Superstock 1000 Championship, campaigning the hugely successful Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade.

McGuinness second on grid

Thu, 17 May 2012 19:33:00 +0100

A wet second Superbike practice at the North West 200 means that Tuesday’s dry lap times still stand and Honda TT Legends’ John McGuinness will start Ireland’s most famous road race from second on the grid. His team-mate and NW200 newcomer Simon Andrews, pictured, will begin from 19th.

McGuinness on North West 200 pace

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:24:00 +0100

The first practice sessions of the 2012 North West 200 took place today with Honda TT Legends’ John McGuinness on the provisional front row for Saturday's Superbike races. Team-mate and NW200 newcomer Simon Andrews came 19th on the official timesheets.

Discount on AGV

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:23:00 +0100

Dainese's motorbike, cycling, winter sport and equestrian collections on dainese.com will be joined by AGV* helmets, with replica helmets of some of the best known racers such as Agostini, Lucchinelli, Nieto and Rossi.

For rainy Dainese

Wed, 16 May 2012 21:21:00 +0100

Dainese has the uncertain British weather covered with its waterproof collection. Ideal for a light rain shower or a heavy downpour, Dainese’s waterproof items are not just practical; they are also stylish, as expected from the Italian brand.

Rea claims Donington victory

Mon, 14 May 2012 22:15:00 +0100

Jonathan Rea took a breathtaking victory in race two of today’s fifth round World Superbike championship event at Donington Park in the UK, following a solid fourth place finish in race one.

Win a trip to Assen BSB

Mon, 14 May 2012 22:13:00 +0100

With British Superbikes heading to the historic TT Circuit Assen this season, Suzuki is offering a fantastic opportunity for you and one other to be there.

Legends prepare for North West

Mon, 14 May 2012 22:12:00 +0100

The Honda TT Legends team is set to take a break from the Endurance World Championship this week as it prepares to contest Ireland’s most famous road race, the North West 200. The team missed the event last year due to an EWC date clash, but it will be out in force for 2012 with the two-man superbike squad of John McGuinness and Simon Andrews competing aboard the CBR1000RR Fireblade.

Furygan range

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:44:00 +0100

Furygan’s first fully CE-approved collection under its new Motion Lab label has arrived in the UK and is now on sale in dealerships across the country. The range of textile and leather products is fully compliant with European standards in terms of protection for motorcyclists and delivers one of the the highest levels of protective performance in the motorcycle apparel market.

GSR750 glitz

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:43:00 +0100

Following on from the launch of the popular GSX-R1000 Sports Pack that was unveiled in March, Suzuki brings another great accessory choice to customers, with the launch of the GSR750 Street Pack.

X-Street sneakers

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:41:00 +0100

TCX has released a range of new colour options for its X-Street sneaker, which will be available in UK dealers from this month. Since the release of the X-Street into the 2012 collection, demand has been high for the stylish but practical motorcycle sneaker, which lead to TCX introducing new colours for both men and women.

Akrapovic for Yamahas

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:40:00 +0100

Following on from the successful launch of the Yamaha-Akrapovič partnership in 2011, the range of race-proven exhaust products featuring unique Yamaha model-specific logos, has now expanded to include competition silencers and full race systems for selected road and off-road machines in the Yamaha range.

Smart move for economy

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:39:00 +0100

Stuttgart – smart will launch the escooter on the market in 2014. For smart, this is the next logical step in implementing its comprehensive concept for future urban mobility.

More smiles per mile from Honda

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:37:00 +0100

The two best selling bikes in the UK now represent even better value, with both the PCX125 and CBF125 available at 0% APR over 36 months, with a minimum deposit of just £99.

Sneak preview of World Ducati Week

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:36:00 +0100

With advanced ticket sales skyrocketing towards a new record for World Ducati Week 2012, Ducati have now given a sneak preview of a packed programme of four full days and nights of high-octane fun, further enhanced by the “Desmodromic passion” that make Ducati motorcycles so special.

Rea, Aoyama set for Donington

Wed, 09 May 2012 18:19:00 +0100

After two rounds of varying weather conditions, the World Superbike championship re-assembles at Donington Park this weekend (11-13 May) for round five of the 2012 series.