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  • Shoei helmet revolution?

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    The concept of a motorcycle helmet with a built-in head-up display (HUD) has been around for decades, but after countless false starts, a collaboration between Shoei and French display experts EyeLights means you’ll finally be able to buy one in 2026. Head-up displays have been used in fighter planes since the early 1960s, later making…

  • Ultraviolette move into the UK

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    Meet Ultraviolette, a rising electric motorcycle company based in Bangalore that has expanded at lightning speed, growing from just eight employees and a single showroom to a workforce of 500 and a footprint in 30 cities across India in only two years. The brand made its official UK debut at last month’s Motorcycle Live (MCL)…

  • New altitude riding record

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    Stark Future has secured a place in the record books after Swiss mountaineer and rider Jiri Zak piloted a brand-new Varg EX enduro bike to a new high-altitude achievement on the slopes of the world’s highest active volcano with a highest altitude of 22050 foot (6721 metres). In the oxygen-deprived upper reaches of Ojos del…

  • Is biking becoming overcomplex?

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    During a recent weekend getaway with fellow motorcyclists, several incidents occurred that prompted reflection. The thoughts were not centred on destinations, optimal cornering techniques, or the advantages and disadvantages of various motorcycles. Instead, the focus turned to the array of technology we now routinely equip ourselves with. Allow me to elaborate: Communication is Key The…

  • 8ten racing update

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    Peter Hickman confirms that he and Davey Todd, both joint owners of the racing team 8Ten, aim to  match the 2025 schedule with NW200, Isle of Man TT and Macau forming their roads campaign alongside a season of British Superbikes.  Hickman said “For next year, we’ve got a little bit more time to sort things…

  • Watch IoM TT for free

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    With binge-watching season upon us, also known as Christmas, the Isle of Man TT has offered fans a unique opportunity to enjoy some of the most historic races like never before. TT fans can now enjoy their favourite races and memorable moments from 1995 to 2025 through the company’s TT+ streaming channel. The Rewind collection…

  • New speed cameras and barriers for Snake Pass

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    Plans are being considered to install new speed cameras and motorcycle barriers on the Sheffield side of Snake Pass in an effort to cut down on accidents and fatalities. The A57 route between Sheffield and Manchester was flagged by the government as a “high-risk” road after recording 169 collisions over five years. Sheffield City Council…

  • Phelon & Moore revived

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    Bringing historic British bike brands back to life is still going strong as we move into 2026, with Phelon & Moore rolling out its new line-up. Phelon & Moore built motorcycles in Cleckheaton, Yorkshire, England from 1904 to 1967, most famously under the Panther name. They became known for a distinctive design featuring a large,…

  • The Paddock Network

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    Motorcycle racing stars Taylor Mackenzie and Danny Webb have launched an online platform aimed at helping fresh talent break into British and global racing championships. Called ‘The Paddock Network’, the online site aims to attract everyone from mechanics and truck drivers to media staff and riders, helping to break down barriers for those wanting to…

  • Royal Enfield looks ahead to “busiest year yet” in 2026

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    Royal Enfield says 2026 will be its “busiest year yet”, as it celebrates 125 years as a company. Royal Enfield showcased a range of new models at last month’s MCL25 show in Birmingham, but its focus has already shifted to what’s expected to be a big 2026. At November’s EICMA show in Milan, Royal Enfield—along with…