Table of contents for 5 November 2025 in MCN

TOP STORY ON SALE 2026 ‘We did over 30,000km of development riding’ Tuesday, November 4 marked an important day in the history of the Norton Motorcycles brand, as the now TVS-backed British marque unveiled a pair of fully homologated 1200cc V4 Manx models, plus a new Atlas adventure range powered by a 585cc parallel twin. Set to be available in Europe, the US, and India from 2026, the quartet are the first new Norton machines destined for international sale in decades and come as a result of more than £200m in investment from Indian owners TVS Motor. We're told that an additional pair of Nomad urban scramblers (more than likely parallel twins) will be revealed early next year, joining the line-up by the end of 2030. The four-strong reboot is…

Honda are making maximum use of their CB1000 Hornet platform, launching an £11,999 CB1000GT sportstouring variant for 2026 with massive standard spec, which includes panniers, cruise control, heated grips, hand guards, a centrestand, and quickshifter, plus a six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), ride-by-wire throttle, and electronic suspension. It joins the Hornet and Hornet SP, plus a 70s-inspired retro CB1000F muscle bike for 2026 - all sharing the same 2017 Fireblade-derived 1000cc DOHC inline-four. Power for the GT comes in at a respectable 147.6bhp at 11,000rpm - making it a natural rival to other sports-tourers such as the 150bhp Suzuki GSX-S1000GX, 133.1bhp Kawasaki Versys 1100, and 149bhp Harley Pan America 1250 ST. Customers might also consider Honda's own twin-cylinder NT1100 family, which makes 100bhp (but more torque) from its Africa Twin-derived…

It's been a year since BMW revealed their F450GS Concept at EICMA 2024 and now the full production version has been unveiled to plug the chasm between the G310GS and the F800GS. Offered in four versions – the £6990 Basic, £7290 Exclusive, £7440 Sport and £7760 Trophy – the F450GS is the first to use BMW's new 420cc parallel twin, created in partnership with India's TVS. It's an engine that will eventually power a whole range of F450 models but starts life in the adventure bike category with the GS. While parallel twins are commonplace, the BMW unit is unique thanks to a 135-degree crankpin offset instead of the more normal 180-degree or 270-degree formats, paired with a balance shaft to keep it smooth. The result should be a distinctive,…

Litre sportsbikes are still very much alive and kicking, with Kawasaki updating their flagship ZX-10R and homologation special ZX-10RR machines for 2026. The most noticeable change comes in the form of a heavily revised aero package, which features a set of large winglets at the front of the fairing. Kawasaki claim the increased frontal area generates a full 25% more downforce compared to the previous model. This is aided by the repositioned ram-air intake and shape of the front end. Although the 998c inline-four remains predominantly the same as before, it has been updated to meet Euro5+ thanks to some subtle tweaks that include a second O2 sensor. The race-ready ZX-10RR also has Pankl rods and pistons, plus braided hoses up front. Suspension and chassis geometry has been tweaked slightly…

LiveWire have lifted the lid on their ‘most comprehensive’ new model display to date, introducing a series of arrivals at this year's EICMA. Among them is a tricked-up concept of the Milwaukee firm's long-standing S2 model – a bike which formerly nabbed MCN's Electric Bike of the Year – dubbed the Alpinista Corsa. Aside from a smattering of trick parts, the most attention-grabbing feature of the new model is a claimed ability to boost its 10.5kWh lithium battery pack from 20 to 80% in under 10 minutes, thanks to the addition of DC fast charging. For reference, the standard Alpinista features Level 1 and Level 2 charging capabilities, which translate to a 20–80% replenishment time of 5.9 hours using a standard wall plug, or 78 minutes with a fast charger.…

Send your first bike pics to: yourpics@motorcyclenews.com I was a 17-year-old who started work and paid £660 for my first new bike. Sadly went the way of the abs… Peter Merifield First and last sidecar. Langdale to Lincoln, back in 1978. Wife Sue in chair, brother Harry pillion. Paul Middleton My wife Julie on the GS550. Bike broke down in Cannes and the insurance paid for a hotel for two weeks. Chris Shorley My Suzuki GT500 in 1978, with my late dad riding pillion. Greg Archer My RF600RR, shortly after passing my test in 2001. Still a Suzuki girl, wish I'd never sold the RF. Debora Harrison Just turned 19 in 1976. Air horns fitted! Bike was owned by Harry Fowler of Fowlers of Bristol before me. John Hunt Here's…

The Oxford Barkston is a versatile textile jacket, engineered for urban riders and casual tourers who seek a balance between style, comfort, and protection. Its waterproof and breathable Dry2Dry laminate outer shell effectively sheds water to keep you dry and comfortable in wet conditions – while the Advanced Rider Series premium construction prevents the outer layer from becoming saturated when wet. Despite its understated and lightweight appearance, the Barkston offers substantial safety features. It is CE AA certified for abrasion resistance, tear strength, and seam strength. Practicality is provided through a fixed thermal liner for warmth in colder weather, while direct chest vents allow for airflow in warmer conditions. Designed with commuter needs in mind, the Barkston jacket features an abundance of storage, including multiple cargo and hand-warmer pockets. For…

Twin peaks The 904cc parallel twin is the same as used in QJ's 900 adventure bike, produces 95bhp @ 9000rpm and comes with three riding modes, traction control and quickshifter. Flash dash The 7in TFT dash is larger than most rivals and includes tyre pressure monitoring plus the usual Bluetooth, USB chargers etc. Lights are LED all round, plus there's cruise control and more. Front-loaded The front end features Chinese-made, multi-adjustable Marzocchi USD forks plus pukka Brembo radial brakes. The OE tyres are Pirelli Angel GT. And all for £6699.…

‘I rode one around the globe’ Nick Sanders MBE the legendary world circumnavigating mileage hunter, rides a Ténéré 700 Nick Sanders has lapped the globe more times than most of us have done a circuit of the M25 and was the first to ride around the world on a Ténéré 700. “I initially rode one of the early production Ténéré 700s from Paris to Dakar by road, on the understanding that if it survived that journey unscathed, which it did, Yamaha would give me a budget to ride one around the world. I set off in November 2019 on a brand new bike and travelled all the way down North, Central and South America. From there I hopped over to Sydney to ride across Australia. “Unfortunately Covid hit and everything…

Dunlop's greatest ever win Although feted for his TT success, Michael's greatest race win came at the 2008 North West when he won the 250cc race just two days after his father, Robert, lost his life in practice for the same event. Robert, planning a return to action in the quarter-litre class for the first time since suffering serious injuries in a 1994 TT crash, lined up alongside his sons, William and Michael, for the Thursday evening session. On the approach to Mather's corner Robert's Honda seized and he crashed. Michael, who was close behind, looked on as the medics battled unsuccessfully to save his father's life. Two days later Michael and William defied a ban by race officials to compete in Saturday's 250cc race in their father's honour. On…

Ferry: Brittany ferries There are both day and night crossings to Normandy but if you get a cabin for the overnight journey, you've saved yourself a night's accommodation and can get on with the ride as soon as you land. But, be aware that nothing will be open for a few hours on arrival if you go straight to Caen. Prices start from around £40 one way if you're flexible on crossings, but take a look for deals with how long you're spending on the continent. Overnight stop: Old School House This is further inland so would make a great stop for a longer tour and seems to be in the centre of everything. Otherwise, there are local hotels along the coastline which aren't too busy if you go at…

@neevesy MCN's Chief Road Tester for the past 23 years. Getting creakier by the day. To get a feel for how Ducati's new 890cc spring-valve V-twin behaves in different bikes, I spent time with the latest Streetfighter V2 S before moving along to the Multistrada V2 S. First up was a three-month, 6060-mile stint with the naked… 478 miles Having lived with the 1098, 848, and V4 Streetfighters, I was excited to get my hands on the new V2 in May. It was the S version (£2100 more than the base model), with fully adjustable, non-semi-active Öhlins. Making a claimed 118bhp, it's the least powerful Streetfighter yet, but since I'd ridden the new Panigale V2 S with the same engine, I knew it wouldn't be slow. In fact, it felt…

YOUR EXPERT BOB TEAHAN Bob is Director of The Machine Shop, Hinckley – a workshop that operates like a gym and offers its members access to tools, workbenches, knowledge and help. Bob's been engineering, racing and welding for over 15 years, and he's as comfortable chasing records as he is teaching in The Machine Shop workshop. When he's not fabricating or racing, Bob's passion is passing on hard-won skills to the next generation of welders and riders. www.the-machine-shop.co.uk Love your engine Whether you're storing or riding through, give the gift of fresh oil 1 Warm up and prevent wobbles You need the oil to flow freely. Start the bike for a few minutes so the engine is warm but not hot, then turn off the ignition and remove the key. Now,…

Over the years racing's greatest names have been honoured with the MCN Rider of the Year title and now it's your turn to vote for the 2025 winner ahead of a reveal at MCL at the NEC from November 15-23. Scan the QR code (top right) to cast your vote. 1 Michael Dunlop: 33-time TT winner Dunlop's first NW200 wins in eight years were followed by four more successes at the TT. See page 40 for a full profile of the Mountain GOAT. 2 Dean Harrison: TT double winner Secured Honda's first TT victories in a decade. He was victorious in both Superstock races, taking the chequered flag with an advantage of just over 16s in the second clash. 3 Davey Todd: Superbike TT winner Todd went toe-to-toe with Michael…

It's been five years in the making but finally the resurgent Norton marque has revealed their first new models under TVS ownership – behold the new Manx R and Manx naked V4 superbike and super-naked, plus a pair of parallel-twin Atlas adventure machines. Styling is certainly distinctive with sleek lines and smooth panels echoing luxury car brands, giving these next-generation of Nortons that ultra-modern look. Details about the new models, particularly the Atlas, are still pretty thin on the ground, but we'll hopefully be able to bring you more on these exciting new bikes next issue. But in the meantime, I'd be really interested to find out your thoughts on the new Nortons, so please drop me a line to let me know. Elsewhere in the issue, it's fantastic to…

The Manx duo will be first joined by the Atlas and Atlas GT – a pair of mid-sized adventure models powered by a 585cc paralleltwin engine, complete with 270-degree firing order. Full details are still yet to be disclosed, but it's believed cast and spoked wheel options will be available. Given the capacity of the model, this is likely to be a far more globalised, mass market proposition than the V4s with a growing hunger for twin-cylinder middleweights in TVS’ domestic Indian market. What we can also confirm for now is the inclusion of projector LED headlights, an eight-inch touchscreen TFT (like the V4s), trellis frame, and rider aids, plus cruise control. You can also expect keyless ignition, heated grips, and heated seats, too. Pricing will be crucial here, regardless…

Honda have rolled out their E-Clutch technology across a further five models for 2026, with the semi-auto option now set to cover the CB500 Hornet, CBR500R, NX500, CB750 Hornet, and XL750 Transalp, although traditional manual set-ups will remain available for each. Prices for the 750s are yet to be confirmed, and are set to arrive during 2026. The 500s are due to hit dealers in February, priced at £6399 (CB), £6899 (CBR), and £6999 (NX). First seen on the 2024 CB650R and CBR650R, the system is similar to a quickshifter, removing the need to use the clutch when shifting up or down; however, unlike a manual set-up, pulling away and stopping can also be dispatched without any lever-pulling – although normal operation is also possible should you prefer. Similar to…

‘Riding modes, traction control, and quickshifter’ Suzuki's SV650 naked roadster may be leaving the UK market in 2026, but its engaging, dependable 645cc 90-degree V-twin engine platform will live on as a new SV-7GX sports-touring middleweight. Prices are yet to be confirmed, with the new model producing a peak power of 72.4bhp at 8500rpm, and 47.2lb.ft of torque at 6800rpm. It also could suggest an updated, Euro5+ SV650 naked will make a return to our roads at some point in the future. Designed to go up against the likes of the Yamaha Tracer 7 and Kawasaki Versys 650, it uses road-biased 17in rims at either end, plus an updated Euro5+ engine controlled via a ride-by-wire throttle, meaning riding modes, traction control, and an up/down quickshifter. First introduced in 1999, Suzuki…

MV Agusta have used their presence at this year's EICMA show in Milan to reveal a new Brutale Serie Oro - a special-edition naked, limited to 300 global units, that makes use of the brand's 931cc triple already found in the Enduro Veloce adventure bike. As is the way with all new MVs, the Serie Oro is being used to demonstrate a new naked roadster platform ahead of a mass-market Brutale due to arrive soon after the special. This will sit above a recently revised Brutale 800, which has now been tweaked for Euro5+ . Although forming a new line of Brutale models, the 931 variant is clearly recognisable by its three-exit Termignoni pipes, trellis frame, single-sided swingarm, drooping oval Matrix LED headlight, and hollowed-out section beneath the red seat.…

Indian Motorcycle have introduced two sportier Scout flavours for 2026, with a new RT model sitting on the firm's larger 1250cc V-twin platform, and a smaller 999cc Sport Scout Sixty intended to appeal to the less experienced end of the market. Both cruisers are updates to existing model lines, rather than ground-up redesigns - adding to a rejuvenated Scout family introduced across 2024. Starting with the larger of the two, the Sport Scout RT is available in three colours and makes use of Indian's liquid-cooled, 8v, 1250cc V-twin engine. Peak power is a claimed 92.7bhp at 7250rpm, with 79.7lb.ft of torque at 6300rpm. It's paired with a six-speed gearbox and 13-litre fuel tank - used to haul a claimed 257kg wet weight. Seat height comes in at a low-slung 680mm,…

‘A keyring not riding shirts’ Social media is awash with ads for motorcycle clothing – and not all of it is what it seems. Riders have been sending me examples of suspicious sellers, and I've seen plenty myself. Mixed in with genuine traders are opportunists pushing unsafe gear or running outright scams. So how can you tell the difference between quality kit and rip-off merchants? Start with the profile page. A legitimate business usually runs its own website under a proper domain name. Scammers, on the other hand, rely on disposable social media accounts that can vanish overnight, leaving no trail and zero accountability. Next, check how they handle contact. Many use a generic email address or an anonymous web form. That tells you nothing about where they're based –…

Send your trips to yourpics@motorcyclenews.com Reader Dave Watson The ride Spain to Morocco Accommodation Camping, B&Bs, and hotels How many miles 600 over the space of two weeks Tell us about the trip We were spending three winter months in Spain with our campervan, behind which we'd towed our KTM 390 Dukes, intending to extend our trip to Morocco. Our plan was to explore northern Morocco, as a small taste of Africa. From the port of Tangier Med we travelled to Tetouan, a mere 36 miles, and found a small hotel. Shortly after leaving the port we had been stopped by the police, but I think they just wanted to say hello. Next day we carried on to Chefchaouen (the blue city) and stayed a few days in a tiny,…

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FIRST RIDE Honda have updated their CB125F for 2026, keeping the proven 124cc engine with 10.7bhp and 7.4lb.ft of torque but adding idle start/stop tech (a first on a manual from the firm) helping the bike hit a thrifty claimed 188.4mpg. Can it really sip fuel at such a miserly rate? We've been out testing on real-world roads to see how accurate the claim is. The popular A1 learner-friendly bike also gains a new 4.2in TFT LCD dash with Bluetooth, and sharper styling cues – all aimed at boosting city and commuter appeal, and making the CB125F one of the most frugal and tech-laden options amid a sea of lesser-specced 125s. 1 Stop/start cleverness The main addition for the 2026 CB125F is Honda's idling start/stop, which can already be found…

@dan_sutherland Lover of 90s sportsbike and garish colour schemes, happiest at a racetrack. “That looks spot on,” are the words I mutter to myself as I finish polishing up the R9 for another week of A-road commuting duties. It's always been a handsome little so-and-so, but I've now added a couple of magic touches to set it apart from the crowd. The best, and in fact earliest, addition came with the £157.99 Evotech tail tidy, which went on at the beginning of summer and was actually the first in the country to be fitted to an R9. Made from lightweight aluminium and incorporating the standard LED indicators, it's put up with thousands of all-weather miles and retains a near factory look without the ugly numberplate overhang required to meet homologation.…

‘Tis the season when winter hacks emerge from their summer slumber and require a dose of TLC before their duties resume, and here's a classic example of that: a neglected 2000 Suzuki SV650 that had never even had its brake fluid refreshed, with results just as bad as you'd expect. “It's his winter hack,” explains Doncaster Motorcycles’ Kevin Hollingsworth. “As soon as the clocks change, his winter rat comes out to keep his other bike nice. But he doesn't really keep much of an eye on it until it's time to use it.” The humble SV had spent the better part of a year dormant in the garage, last season's salt still festering away. “All the brakes were seized solid,” Kevin continued. “When I stripped them down, I found that…

A new curveball has been thrown into the mix in the 2026 rider rumour mill in British Superbikes with Tommy Bridewell's departure from the Honda squad. Bridewell's second year onboard the Fireblade proved to be a difficult one, with only one win and five further podiums coming his way. With few options still available, the most obvious destination would be the new Superbike Advocates Ducati team. Bridewell won the title onboard the V4 R in 2023. There will be an all-new line-up at Honda with Ryan Vickers already confirmed following the departure of Andrew Irwin. Bridewell's replacement at Honda is set to be revealed during the next couple of weeks.…

Zero Motorcycles have announced a new CEO, appointing PierreMartin Bos to take over from Sam Paschel after eight years at the helm. Paschel will now move into the senior advisory board, with Bos stepping in from a career spent mainly in the car industry. His job will now be to help grow the Zero brand, with the electric leisure motorcycle market continuing to struggle for sales. 450 supermoto joins KTM party KTM have completed their 2026 supermoto line-up with the reveal of an updated 450 SMR racer – which is now compliant with the FIM's 109dB noise limit. The Austrian firm achieved this via revised EFI mapping, new airbox inserts and an updated exhaust system. A built-in GPS system allows riders to track and tweak performance through KTM's app. Joining…

‘Racing? One day…’ Ahead of the four-bike reveal, MCN sat down with Managing Director of TVS, Sudarshan Venu to discuss the challenges of re-establishing the Norton brand, as well as expanding a global customer base. There was also the hint of a return to racing, despite the V4s being developed for road-biased torque and chassis flex, rather than World Superbike greatness. “There will be Norton racing one day,” Venu said confidently. “In what form, we will share soon.” The TVS boss made the decision to purchase the brand for £16m in 2020, after a visit to the UK coincided with the announcement that the previous Norton business had entered administration. “I remember walking up to my father and asking him ‘what do you think about Norton’ and he said, ‘we…

It's been 20 years since Ducati debuted the Pierre Terblanche-designed Hypermotard concept and for 2026 the bike enters its fourth distinct generation as a completely new model, built around the company's new variable-valve-timing 890cc ‘V2’ engine platform. It's the first Hypermotard not to use Ducati's signature desmodromic valvetrain, adopting conventionally sprung valves, but despite that change and a 47cc drop in capacity compared to its predecessor, the Hypermotard V2 is the most powerful and lightest twin-cylinder model in the family to date. You now get 118.4bhp at 10,750rpm and 69.3lb.ft of torque at 8250rpm, with the weight reduction largely stemming from the fact that the engine essentially doubles as the main chassis section - as is the way with other V2s. Gone is the steel trellis chassis of all previous…

Kawasaki have rolled out a raft of updates for the Z900RS and its higher-spec SE sibling, increasing power and adorning the roadsters with an updated suite of rider aids thanks to the addition of an IMU. Starting with the motor, and while last year's 948cc inline-four remains, power and torque rise to 114bhp and 72lb.ft, respectively. Under the skin, there are new throttle valves, a bi-directional quickshifter, and, thanks to that six-axis IMU, the middleweight Zeds now boast lean-sensitive ABS and traction control. The duo feature a redesigned megaphone-style silencer and reshaped headers. Suspension is fully adjustable, with the SE sporting an Öhlins S46 shock. Braking comes courtesy of Brembo stoppers with steel braided lines for the pricier SE, whereas the standard model runs Kawasaki-badged Tokico four-pot units and traditional…

One smart helmet grumble you often hear is that it is inconvenient to have to plug the entire unit in to charge, particularly annoying in an office environment where it can eat up valuable desk space. So, both the GT and GTS come with a removable battery (1000mAh for the GT and 2000mAh for the GTS). The unit in the GTS even has wireless charging capability. And just in case the next step in tech arrives before you need to replace your helmet, modular hardware components can be swapped out for later versions.…

I bought a new set of six NGK spark plugs for my RC on eBay. When they turned up, I saw that they'd been made in China and it kicked me off on a bit of a strop initially, because I thought I'd been scammed into buying fakes. I dug out a new-old NGK spark plug that I had still in its box and it said Made in Japan on it, as historically that's where NGK were made. You hear about fake plugs being sold online which break up when your bike's running and the electrodes fall off and ruin your engine. I couldn't bear the thought of my Honda six getting wrecked because a spark plug breaks! But I did some research and it turns out that NGKs are…

‘A spot for me?’ SIMON TAYLOR Great pit stop in the very centre of Cirencester! Parked right outside on market day in an historic English town. ‘Over the water’ DAVID POWELL A quick trip to the Ardennes made the most of the great October weather. Quiet roads, great scenery and a chance to visit the Maginot Line and the Circuit de Gedinne. ‘Monkeying around’ RICHIE SALT Sunset loop. Got cold and dark very fast but still worth it to get some snaps on the Pennines and back through Northumberland. I only used half a tank of fuel too, which costs around £3. ‘Ural be back’ JEREMY McNULTY If you're out in Suffolk, I can recommend the Weavers Tea Room in Peasenhall. A regular stop whether I'm out on two wheels…

FIRST RIDE There has been a flood of impressive new adventure bikes from up-and-coming Chinese firms recently – but how about nakeds? Meet the SRK900, one of the highlights of the six-strong range launched by QJMotor (with others, including an MV F3-alike 900cc supersports four, on the way). As a punchy 904cc twin with 95bhp, riding modes, Marzocchi multi-adjustable suspension, Brembo radial brakes, big seven-inch TFT dash and more all for just £6699 (+OTR) it's got more than enough on paper to be worth serious attention. Not just any old brand They might not be a household name quite yet but QJMotor are not just yet another Chinese firm – in fact they're probably the longest established and biggest of all. They are the ‘own brand’ of the huge Qianjiang…

£5500-£13,220 Yamaha Ténéré 700 689cc 8v parallel twin 72bhp @ 9000rpm 50lb.ft @ 6500rpm Advanced engineering and radical approaches to design are how we often view the future, but when it comes to the here and now, practicality and real-world solutions are the elements that we usually end up embracing. And so to bring us fully up-to-date in MCN's Bike of the Era series, we're celebrating a machine that created a new class with its philosophy of simple, accessible and affordable adventure motorcycling – the Yamaha Ténéré 700. Offering sprightly performance, the legs for touring and genuine dual-sport capability, the Ténéré 700 was unveiled in 2019 to a world that had been eagerly awaiting its arrival – and proceeded to take the market by storm. The early launch price of…

A Paris-Dakar legend The Ténéré is a remote region of the south-central Sahara, and back in 1983 crossing it became part of the route of the notoriously challenging Paris Dakar Rally. Yamaha had already tasted success in the inaugural 1979 event, with Frenchman Cyril Neveu piloting an XT500 to victory (a feat he went on to repeat the following year) and so when a long-distance version of their new XT600 trail bike, complete with 30-litre fuel tank, hit the scene in 1983, Yamaha dubbed it the Ténéré – and a legend was born. While the production bike steadily evolved across the rest of the decade, Yamaha went all out developing prototype specials for the Dakar. This included the utterly bonkers YZE920 Ténéré, which weighed 200kg, had a 55-litre main fuel…

‘Fantastic routes are mixed with heroic history’ Saff's stops: • Pegasus Bridge • Sword Beach • Radar Museum • Juno Beach • British Normandy memorial • D-Day museum • Gold Beach/Mulberry B • Longues-sur-Mer battery • Bayeux • Mont Saint Michel • Old School House B&B • Château de Domfront • World War II Museum • Batterie d'Azeville • Church of Sainte-Mère-Église • Pointe du Hoc • Omaha Beach • Caen Whenever anyone says Normandy, what's the first thing that comes to mind? For many of us, it's likely to be an image of the D-Day landings which would eventually lead to the liberation of Europe and the end of the Second World War. With the conflict almost out of living memory, and many elements of the war starting to…

Powerbeats Fit £199.95 4 months ON TEST These earbuds aren't specifically for motorcycling, but they've got very good active noise cancellation, which means they're a great substitute for earplugs even before you beam any music through them. They're meant for fitness usage, so they're sweat- and water-resistant. They boast up to 30 hours of battery life, although if you initiate full noise cancellation this drops to six hours. They're not without drawbacks,: the design stays in my ear well but they protrude slightly too far for them to stay in place when I remove my lid, and the app lacks sound customisation – I'd prefer a bit more bass but don't have the option. MCN rating www.beatsbydre.com…

Changing your oil and filter is one of the most important maintenance tasks, and it's often the first real service job many riders learn to tackle at home. Engine oil is the lifeblood of your bike, with the multipurpose job of lubricating moving parts, reducing friction, carrying away heat, and trapping harmful contaminants. As time passes, oil degrades through heat cycles and becomes contaminated with microscopic metal particles, carbon deposits, and combustion by-products. If neglected, this breakdown can accelerate engine wear, reduce performance, and in extreme cases, cause serious mechanical damage. Regular oil changes not only protect internal components but also ensure smoother gearshifts, quieter running, and improved throttle response. Replacing the oil filter at the same time is essential, as it traps debris that the oil carries away. A…

Both Lewis Hamilton, once linked with buying Gresini, and Max Verstappen continue to be linked with potential MotoGP takeovers. “I know there's a lot of people interested in being involved in MotoGP in one way or another,” said Steiner. “Lewis has always had bikes, and Max, well, anything which races he has an interest in. And of course, they have the money to invest as well.” Steiner believes Marc Marquez is MotoGP's answer to Verstappen. “Marc's comeback is the comeback of all sportsmen. He's the GOAT, and nobody will forget what he's doing. He did something great before, but came back and did something even bigger. “Talent wise, I compare him to Verstappen. He's the best out there. There's plenty of good riders and drivers, but these two in their…