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!

'The goalposts are moving... and fast!'

Long-legged Zed tourer • New Kawasaki Versys 900 gets top spec including front and rear radar

Bag a brand-new CCM • Auction includes motorcycles and range of spares – with more to come

Morini's Vee for retro victory • Moto Morini stand out from crowd with £4300 new 3½

Shakey lords it at Lydden Hill

BARGAIN HUNTER • THE FIGHT AGAINST FAKE BIKE KIT Our industry insider helps you steer clear of substandard safety gear 'They're not tested and not legal'

Grow your own race bike... • Going green doesn't mean going slow. And there is more to come

Talking point

GET READY FOR ADVENTURE • A new name is coming to a showroom near you, meet Sharmax Motors

'New BSB rules should mix things up... but the cream will always come to the top' • Two-time British champion turned commentator writes for MCN every month

'People think you're a hero' • Blood Biker Rob King loves the fact his role brings his favourite hobby together with a purpose

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

Bordering on perfection • Simon Weir plays in the borders of Scotland for his latest route

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

OUT AND ABOUT

902's on the right TRK... • Benelli set a course for mid-sized adventure with the new TRK 902 Xplorer

Outvalued • CFMoto’s new 800MT-ES takes on Suzuki’s stalwart V-Strom 800 RE, offering more spec for £801 less. Has the definition of value just changed?

THE WORLD'S GREATEST BIKES 1997 BIMOTA V-DUE • Ambitious, direct-injected GP replica that effectively bankrupted the factory...

'It's a gas station... and a casino' • Gambling on fuel range takes on a whole new meaning during this grand tour of Death Valley

This suit truly saved my skin

Grip and goodbyes • A pair of ContiAttack SM2 give Emma more feel but it comes as she surrenders the Stark

Get back in charge • Bike got a flat battery? Here’s to get to the root of the problem...

One last fight • Looking ahead to the Brands Hatch weekend Ryde and Redding head to Brands Hatch for the 2026 British Superbike season finale...who will come out on top?

Scintillating Supersport • Booth-Amos a winner again as Albert Arenas claims world title

Bulega’s best yet • World Champion destroys the competition like never before

SPORT MOTOGP | ROUND 17 INDONESIA

Bez keeps his hopes alive • Italian secures fifth GP win of the year to stay in with a shout