Category: News
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Greater motorcycle representation in UK?
Following the publication of the UK government’s new ‘Better Connected’ transport strategy, the National Motorcyclists’ Council says the strategy should have a more significant representation of motorcycles. The new strategy aims to shift the UK government’s view of transport from one focused mainly on cars, buses, and trains to a broader approach that includes what…
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Police urge motorcycle awareness
The Norfolk Police have issued a formal statement emphasizing the importance of exercising heightened caution and attentiveness toward motorcyclists during the summer months. With the arrival of summer, an increase in motorcyclists on the roads is expected, particularly in rural areas, as the warmer weather and longer daylight hours make riding along scenic, winding country…
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Suzuki acquire Kanadevia
Suzuki Motor Corporation has acquired the Japanese all-solid-state lithium-ion battery company, Kanadevia. In early March, Suzuki’s Representative Director and President, Toshihiro Suzuki, announced the sale, covering all technology development, design, and sales. The deal, for an undisclosed sum, takes effect on July 1st. Suzuki noted that Kanadevia has been working on all-solid-state batteries since 2006,…
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Hackney Council backtrack on parking
Hackney Council backtrack on £50 a day motorcycle parking plans after legal battle. Hackney Council has backed down on its controversial plan to charge motorcyclists the same as car drivers for parking, announcing a revised fee structure after settling a court case with campaign group Save London Motorcycling (SLM). Starting April 6, the new system…
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Quarter of UK drivers admit to being uneasy around motorbikes
Nearly one in four UK drivers admit they’re not confident sharing the road with motorcyclists, according to new research from insurance broker Carole Nash. The survey revealed that 24% of motorists feel uneasy when driving near bikes, with the number jumping to 50% among younger drivers aged 18–24. A third of respondents said they prefer…
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Peter Padgett has passed away aged 94
Peter Padgett, the visionary behind one of Britain’s most beloved dealerships and most successful racing teams, has died at the age of 94. Padgett’s Motorcycles in Batley, Yorkshire, is one of the country’s longest-running bike shops, offering new and used Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha models from their impressive Bradford Road location. Beyond the showroom, Padgett…
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FCDO updated travel advice
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), commonly referred to as the Foreign Office, serves as the United Kingdom’s ministry of foreign affairs and functions as a ministerial department within the government.
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Well wishes to Graham
Two-Wheels extends its best wishes to Graham for a smooth and speedy recovery following his recent hernia operation. It appears that the aftercare process may be more challenging than the surgery itself. Nevertheless, as always, Graham remains in high spirits and is eager to resume work on his projects.
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Kawasaki 2025 dealer of the year
Kawasaki UK has announced the recipient of its prestigious 2025 Dealer of the Year award, an accolade that takes into account customer satisfaction alongside a range of other performance criteria. Kawasaki UK has announced Greenham Kawasaki as the recipient of its prestigious 2025 Dealer of the Year award in the United Kingdom, recognizing the dealership’s…
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British bikers jailed in Iran for ten years
British biker couple Lindsay and Craig Foreman rode into Iran during their round-the-world motorcycle trip, but now they face 10 years behind bars in Tehran’s infamous Evin prison. Lindsay and Craig Foreman, a British couple traveling the world on motorcycles, have been sentenced to 10 years in prison in Iran after being accused of espionage—a…