MCN

Launched in 1955, MCN has been bringing its readers exclusive news stories about bikes for 60 years. Every week, MCN’s team of expert test riders & journalists will: • Review new and used motorcycles • Help bikers make the very best buying decisions • Provide the latest MotoGP and Superbikes news MCN is also famous for its unrivalled motorcycle sport news and insight. From the white-knuckle world of MotoGP to the elbow-clashing action of World Superbikes and British Superbikes, MCN gives the inside story. There are also thousands of motorcycles for sale in MCN. So if you’re thinking about buying a new machine there’s almost definitely a fantastic bargain waiting to be snapped up!

'This is the year where we see a switch'

Rossi seal of approval • Elite racers test out next-level Dainese gear around Misano

Oliver's Mount turns 80 • Scarborough track to celebrate milestone with special Gold Cup meeting

The blue-haze Danube • WW2 two-stroke surfaces from river waters after 80 years

Bizzy Bees • Met Police expand Sur-Ron fleet on London streets

Bid for Mike’s bike • Hailwood’s 1966 world title RC173 tipped for £750-£950k

MAG relaunch anti-theft plan • Watsonian-Squire boss Ben Matthews breaks down the wonderful world of three wheelers in 2026

Small retro remains • Kawasaki W230 single confirmed for UK line-up in 2027

THIS WEEK • Our industry insider helps you steer clear of substandard safety gear

Suzuki bet on flex-fuel • Gixxer SF 250 FFV can run on anything from pure petrol to 85% ethanol

Talking point • THIS WEEK

Motorcycles are more than just a tool. They can be like the best pet dog ever • Former Supersport racer turned journalist, presenter and off-road skills instructor

OUT AND ABOUT • Ride further in 2026 with a little help from our one-stop event guide

The definitive ride in the French Pyrenees • Touring expert Simon Weir shares his favourite routes

WHAT'S ON • YOUR GUIDE TO THIS WEEK'S BIKING EVENTS

OUT AND ABOUT

Take a ride on the wild side • New KTM 1390 Super Adventure R spins the world on its own axis

The Great Disruptor • CFMoto's 1000MT-X looks set to shake up the establishment, but can the upstart really beat the big boys at their own game?

THE WORLD'S GREATEST BIKES 1974 SUZUKI RE-5 • The world's first mass-production rotary... and how it almost sank the factory

The ride of your life • MCN's intrepid Dan takes on a pillion ride like no other with Endurance World Champion Dan Linfoot

ESSENTIAL KIT • RATINGS Exceptional ★★★★★ Very good ★★★★ Good ★★★ Average ★★ Poor ★

Great, but is it for me? • Joseph's time on other Triumphs raises questions about the Scrambler 900

WORKSHOP • Saving you money on essential bike maintenance with easy-to-follow tips

Win over £5000 of rider coaching! • Transform your riding. Our free-to-enter competition gives you three chances to win top quality coaching from Rapid Training

Match point to Bulega? • The World Superbike Championship kicks back into life after a never-ending summer break at Magny-Cours

He's pushing us like hell • Acosta's Crew Chief Paul Trevathan chats to MCN after yet another GP masterpiece

Ryde on target • Kyle Ryde moves ever closer to the title as Scott Redding endures nightmare bank holiday weekend at Cadwell Park

Dreamland • Ryan Vickers makes a dream come true as he does the double in Honda's backyard