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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!

7 DAYS IN 60 SECONDS • Your whistle-stop tour of this week’s hottest stories

‘A part of the conversation once again’

GasGas UK contenders

Bikes officially on the agenda • New licensing proposals signal a long-overdue focus on rider safety

TACKLING INSTRUCTOR SHORTAGE

‘Making roads safer for all…’

A year to celebrate • Ducati centenary is just one of this year’s big biking birthdays…

Zero in on new colour

Look great on L-plates • Incoming AJS JS125-X takes styling cues from Honda CB125R

Big year for Phoenix

DEALS OF THE WEEK • MCN’s Nye Davis sniffs out bikes at the best prices

Morini’s UK future secure • New distributor signs up to supply big-value bike range

Buccleuch Arms sale

Win the sensation of Speed • Be in with a chance of winning a Speed Triple 1200 RS by getting a quote at MCN Compare now!

The Doctor’s orders • New £15k Zaeta 530 DT is shaped by Rossi family know-how

BUY IT NOW • Our used bike anorak reveals this week’s smartest buys

‘Nice, now how do I start it?’ • Ahead of Spring Sale, Bonhams expert reveals the growing appeal of vintage bikes

Borgo bandit foiled

Spicier Super Duke coming

Whitham joins Kawasaki • Ninja ZX-10R and 6R models to be used on 2026 track events

THE FIGHT AGAINST FAKE BIKE KIT • Our industry insider helps you steer clear of substandard safety gear

THIS WEEK’S HOT DEALS BARGAIN HUNTER • MCN product guru, Tommy Begley, hunts down this week’s hottest online bargains. Get them while you can!

NEW KIT JUST IN

MCN NEXT WEEK

Semi-auto for small bikes • Yamaha’s single-actuator Y-AMT saves space and keeps costs low

Bajaj to keep KTM top man • Neumeister in charge until end of 2028

Talking point

MCN LAW • Your tricky legal questions answered

PRECIOUS METAL YOUR BIKES • Show us your pride and joy

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‘All that hard work and preparation for such a massive disappointment’ • Former BSB racer, and Guinness World Record holder in MCN every month

GET GEARED FOR THE DIRT

HEAD TO KRAZY HORSE, BURY ST EDMUNDS Saddle up & ride over • Mosey on into Suffolk to discover customs, kit and great food

YOUR TRIP • Where you went and why it was amazing

TOP OF THE STOPS • Great destinations for your weekend ride

MCN PIT STOP BREW CREW • Latest snaps from your biking adventures

TAKE CARE OF YOUR ATMOS-PHERE

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

Retro revival done right • Triumph’s updated Bonneville T120 ticks all the right boxes for authentic retro bliss

MCN VERDICT

Coming back strong • Can KTM’s first large-capacity new model to land post-financial crisis rebuild faith in the Austrian brand?

KTM 990 RC R IN DETAIL

‘All quiet on the Austrian front…’

DIVE IN TO THE DETAIL

MCN VERDICT

Watch your manas • Inspired by a high-altitude pass, the Himalayan 450 Mana Black offers a...