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MCN's chain and sprocket buying guide | Find out the pros and cons of the different types

Today 16:46 by Ben Clarke

MCN's chain and sprocket buying guide | Find out the pros and cons of the different types

A motorcycle’s chain and sprockets may, at first glance, seem like slightly old-fashioned bicycle technology but are actually one of the most sophisticated bits of kit on your bike. Related: Save...

The Muc-Off Powersports Dirt Bucket kit is your one-stop shop for easy bike cleaning

Today 14:30 by Saffron Wilson

The Muc-Off Powersports Dirt Bucket kit is your one-stop shop for easy bike cleaning

Muc-Off is celebrating its 30th birthday this year, and during that time they have stood by their iconic pink cleaner and expanded to a wealth of other products. If you’re anything like me, the worst...

Alpinestars Stella ST-7 | Ideal touring kit for the warmer months

Today 14:20 by Emma Franklin

Alpinestars Stella ST-7 | Ideal touring kit for the warmer months

Designed for female riders who want to the best comfort and protection in all weathers, Alpinestars’ range-topping touring suit, the Stella ST-7 is constructed from Gore-Tex laminated textile with...

Save money on motorbike maintenance and learn to change your own chain and sprockets with MCN

Today 11:21 by Bruce Dunn

Save money on motorbike maintenance and learn to change your own chain and sprockets with MCN

Well-maintained motorcycle chains and sprockets will last thousands of miles, but like all service parts they will eventually wear out. The majority of motorcycles on the road use a chain and...

The TCX ClimaTrek Surround are high quality vegan boots that perform from path to pavement

Yesterday 15:35 by Steve Herbert-Mattick

The TCX ClimaTrek Surround are high quality vegan boots that perform from path to pavement

Introduced in 2022, the ClimaTrek Surround is a rugged, outdoor styled motorcycle boot. Full Gore-Tex membrane, fully-synthetic construction, Ortholite footbed for increased comfort and Groundtrax...

Bargain Hunter | Gear up for less this week with my top deals on textile jackets

Yesterday 11:52 by Justin Hayzelden

Bargain Hunter | Gear up for less this week with my top deals on textile jackets

I always have a textile jacket in my armoury, as it’s one of the most versatile pieces of kit you can buy. They’re designed to be worn for long days on the bike and come with all-weather, multi-season...

Best waterproof motorcycle jackets | Beat the British weather

Yesterday 10:39 by Justin Hayzelden

Best waterproof motorcycle jackets | Beat the British weather

Coping with changeable weather is a conundrum that faces all riders, but arm yourself with a waterproof motorcycle jacket and you’ll always be ready to face the worst of it. Textiles lend...

Oxford Original Approved AA Super Stretch Jeans review | Fitted look, maximum mobility, AA safety rating

13 May 2024 by Adam Binnie

Oxford Original Approved AA Super Stretch Jeans review | Fitted look, maximum mobility, AA safety rating

Imagine my delight when I heard the skin-tight skinny jeans from my emo phase (it wasn’t a phase) had become fashionable again. In those days I was particularly fond of jeans that were more elastic...

Richa Original 2 Jeans | Regular High Street looks with a good level of protection

13 May 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

Richa Original 2 Jeans | Regular High Street looks with a good level of protection

With regular high street looks and a good level of protection, these Richa Original 2 jeans strike a great balance of what a practical riding jean should be. Related: MCN’s guide to the best AA...

Alpinestars Bogota jacket review | A versatile and high quality jacket for any situation

13 May 2024 by Michael Neeves

Alpinestars Bogota jacket review | A versatile and high quality jacket for any situation

I’ve been wearing this mid-range, three-layer, all-season Alpinestars Bogota Pro Drystar Jacket on new bike launches, group tests and commutes on adventure and touring bikes. I’ve used it in the...

Motorcycle crash protection buying guide | Prevention is better than a cure so consider these options for your motorbike

10 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

Motorcycle crash protection buying guide | Prevention is better than a cure so consider these options for your motorbike

Put simply, motorbike crash protection can make the difference between picking your bike up and riding away after a spill or having to write it off. Even the best-built modern bikes are increasingly...

MCN testers have worn these sporty helmets for 30k miles combined | What we learned about this crop of ECE 22.06 options

10 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

MCN testers have worn these sporty helmets for 30k miles combined | What we learned about this crop of ECE 22.06 options

Sportsbikes come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and price points and that’s also true of sporty motorcycle helmets. You might want the latest FIM-approved lid to wear on your Panigale V4 for a track...

Oxford Nexus range released | Suit, boots and gloves with maximum CE ratings for under £650 all-in!

09 May 2024 by MCN

Oxford Nexus range released | Suit, boots and gloves with maximum CE ratings for under £650 all-in!

Paid partnership with Oxford Products Oxford Products have been setting the standard for affordable kit that gets the job done for years, and the latest Nexus range promises to be another example. Bikers often have to weigh up the...

Knox Track Vest review | This back protector has seen MCN road tester, Carl, through 10k miles and multiple crashes

09 May 2024 by Carl Stevens

Knox Track Vest review | This back protector has seen MCN road tester, Carl, through 10k miles and multiple crashes

For pretty much any type of riding, having armour and protection, be that an airbag or a back protector, is an absolute must in order to feel that bit safer, should the worst happen. There’s a whole...

Halvarssons Butorp Gloves review | A great balance of warmth and control feel

09 May 2024 by Alison Silcox

Halvarssons Butorp Gloves review | A great balance of warmth and control feel

You may not have heard of the Halvarsson brand, and if you haven’t, you’re missing a trick. Based in Sweden, the home of popular favourites such as Abba and Ikea, they have been in existence for over...

The LS2 Snow gloves don't live up to their wintry name, but make strong three-season gauntlets

09 May 2024 by Emma Franklin

The LS2 Snow gloves don't live up to their wintry name, but make strong three-season gauntlets

Helmet brand LS2 expanded into the rider wear market for the 2020 season and now have an impressive range of gear to suit touring, urban and sports riding, for both men and women. Made in China within...

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

09 May 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

New Kit News | Stay close to the edge with the newest releases on motorcycle kit

Innovation is always on the horizon in the motorcycling world, and that means there’s no shortage of new kit being released, but how can you keep track of everything when it’s all moving so quickly?...

Bull-it Coyote Jeans | Ladies' riding jeans that are actually true to size

09 May 2024 by Alison Silcox

Bull-it Coyote Jeans | Ladies' riding jeans that are actually true to size

The Coyote Jeans are a part of the Bull-it 2024 range release and what a revelation, a pair of riding jeans that are true to size, they say size 12 on the label and they fit perfectly, which is almost...

Roadskin Easyrider II Hoodie review | Casual riding without compromising on safety

07 May 2024 by Ben Clarke

Roadskin Easyrider II Hoodie review | Casual riding without compromising on safety

Roadskin’s Easyrider II may be called an armoured hoodie, but it’s truthfully more like a summer motorbike jacket. Where some riding hoodies are little more than fashion garments with a cursory nod to...

The Adventure Spec Magadan panniers live up to their lineage as simple and sturdy soft sacks

03 May 2024 by Nye Davis

The Adventure Spec Magadan panniers live up to their lineage as simple and sturdy soft sacks

‘Light is right’ – so goes the motto of Adventure Spec. The brand is all about minimising mass and maximising practicality to create robust products that simply work well, no matter what you throw at...

Sportsbike Shop Spring Clean Clearance deals - MCN picks the best bargains, get them while you can!

01 May 2024 by Charlotte King

Sportsbike Shop Spring Clean Clearance deals - MCN picks the best bargains, get them while you can!

In this financial climate, let’s be honest, we are always up for a good deal to save a little money where we can. The MCN Bargain Hunter team have been searching through the Sportsbike Shop Spring...

Oxford M15R tank bag review | Stylish and practical sports touring luggage

30 April 2024 by Michael Neeves

Oxford M15R tank bag review | Stylish and practical sports touring luggage

Oxford tank bags have almost iconic status in modern biking. They’re everywhere and rightly so. They’re robust, extremely useful, easy to throw on and come with a lifetime guarantee against faulty...

Vulcanet motorcycle cleaning wipes offer the ultimate in cleaning convenience

29 April 2024 by Michael Neeves

Vulcanet motorcycle cleaning wipes offer the ultimate in cleaning convenience

I’m a late comer to the waterless wash thing. Bike cleaning needs a hose and bucket of soapy water, right? And surely, you’ll scratch your paintwork if you wipe it without rinsing the dirt off first?...

2024 Bull-It jeans range hits the shelves | We find out how the firm's Covec fabric was created to protect Speedway riders

26 April 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

2024 Bull-It jeans range hits the shelves | We find out how the firm's Covec fabric was created to protect Speedway riders

Bull-it jeans has become one of the UK’s most popular brands of riding jeans, consistently producing protective garments to the top spec of safety standards for over a decade. With the 2024 collection...

Best AAA rated motorcycle jeans | The highest level of casual riding protection

26 April 2024 by Charlotte King

Best AAA rated motorcycle jeans | The highest level of casual riding protection

Motorcycle jeans are becoming a far more popular choice among a large number of riders due to their comfort and casual look, ideal for a summer ride to the local pub or bike meet. I am sure that there...

Best AA rated motorbike jeans | A happy middle-ground of comfort and protection

26 April 2024 by Charlotte King

Best AA rated motorbike jeans | A happy middle-ground of comfort and protection

Comfort while riding your motorbike is important, if we are uncomfortable we are distracted, and as we know distraction is never good when on a bike. Motorbike jeans have become more protective and...

Rukka ComfoRina review | Four stars for luxury jacket after 4728 miles on test

26 April 2024 by Saffron Wilson

Rukka ComfoRina review | Four stars for luxury jacket after 4728 miles on test

Rukka don’t do a wide range of motorcycle jackets, and to be honest, they’ve had no need to as their jackets, for the most part, do what they say on the description. Of course, Rukka is at the top end...

Layering with Klim | Get this right and you’ll be ready for any weather on your motorbike

26 April 2024 by MCN

Layering with Klim | Get this right and you’ll be ready for any weather on your motorbike

Paid partnership with Klim Staying comfortable on your motorbike in all weathers is about more than your enjoyment. It can mean you can ride further, stop less often (if you want to) and will actually keep you safer,...

Motorcycle jeans buying guide | Learn about CE ratings, lined vs single-layer and everything else you need to know

25 April 2024 by Ben Clarke

Motorcycle jeans buying guide | Learn about CE ratings, lined vs single-layer and everything else you need to know

If you’re honest, you’ve probably ridden a motorbike in normal denim jeans before (I certainly have). The ease and comfort of chucking on your favourite leather jacket, gloves and a helmet and heading...

The kit list with Justin Hayzelden episode 1 | Ben Clarke discusses the gear he can't stop using

25 April 2024 by Justin Hayzelden

The kit list with Justin Hayzelden episode 1 | Ben Clarke discusses the gear he can't stop using

Welcome to the kit list with MCN Products Editor, Justin Hayzelden. In each episode, Justin sits down for a chat about bike kit with a different member of the MCN team. That might be the stuff they...

Best single layer motorcycle jeans | Thin feel but full on safety

24 April 2024 by Jim Blackstock

Best single layer motorcycle jeans | Thin feel but full on safety

When it comes to riding jeans, single layer motorcycle jeans offer the best compromise between comfort, cooling and protection. Sure, a set of textiles are great if you’re going a long way and...

Keep cool and ride free this summer with the best mesh motorbike jackets, as chosen by MCN

23 April 2024 by Jim Blackstock

Keep cool and ride free this summer with the best mesh motorbike jackets, as chosen by MCN

Mesh motorcycle jackets are a game-changer when the hot weather hits and offer a great way to stay cool without sacrificing safety. We tend not to get that many heatwaves in the UK, but when we do...

Keep your hands cool with these summer motorcycle gloves tried and tested by MCN

23 April 2024 by Jim Blackstock

Keep your hands cool with these summer motorcycle gloves tried and tested by MCN

Even though they can be exposed to the oncoming air on many bikes (despite some going to great lengths to protect them from wind-blast), your hands can get very hot and sweaty on warmer rides if...

Best urban motorcycle boots | City riding made comfortable and safe

23 April 2024 by Jim Blackstock

Best urban motorcycle boots | City riding made comfortable and safe

It’s tempting to ditch your bike kit for something more comfortable when you’re pottering around town or nipping up the pub but you can have the best of both worlds with a pair of urban motorcycle...

Fast feet: Best sports and track motorcycle boots

23 April 2024 by Jim Blackstock

Fast feet: Best sports and track motorcycle boots

If your motorcycling involves sports bikes, trackdays or even racing then you almost certainly want the race-style clothing to match – and that includes not just one or two-piece race-style leathers...

Best retro motorcycle helmets for an old-school look with modern safety standards

23 April 2024 by Jim Blackstock

Best retro motorcycle helmets for an old-school look with modern safety standards

The recent rise in popularity of retro-style motorcycles – machines with classic, old-fashioned looks but with bang-up-to-date mechanicals and performance, such as Triumph’s 1960s-influenced...