MCN

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!

'Don't gamble on your head protection'

Redefining adventure • In the 690 Rally, has KTM finally built the adventure bike we’ve been waiting for?

Riders rally for Iran detainees • Bikers in show of support for Foremans as their son delivers letter to embassy

More positivity for sales • August registration data shows encouraging trend over 2025

MV faces up to the future • Brand responds amid period of corporate restructure

Retro load-lugger • CBT-friendly AJS Ridgeway brings go-anywhere attitude

'The plan is for long-term gain' • Paul de Lusignan is Suzuki GB's Director of Motorcycles. Last year his team cut the prices of 13 motorcycles, some seeing nearly £3000 taken off their RRPs. Has the new strategy worked as intended?

BARGAIN HUNTER • hunts down this week's hottest online bargains. Get them while you can!

New sphere of protection • AGV combat rotational brain injuries with new 'micro-sphere' layering shell design

Talking point

Allen Millyard • 'It's been a proper shock but we're all mucking in to help Henry'

OUT AND ABOUT

THE GREATEST RIDES • Simon Weir heads inland for a great ride

OUT AND ABOUT

Win over £5000 of rider coaching! • Get ready to transform your riding skills with this brilliant competition from MCN and the experts at Rapid Training

Electric KTM toughens up • KTM nudges Freeride E closer to a proper enduro bike without making it too extreme

Scrambled messages • 'On kerb appeal, the Triumph easily beats the Ducati'

THE WORLD'S GREATEST BIKES 1995 APRILIA RS250 • Aprilia's stroke of genius that combined the best of Italy and Japan

The world’s most beautiful bike factory • Moto Guzzi’s Mandello home has undergone a breathtaking revamp – MCN went to the grand opening to find out more...

TRIED & TESTED • ESSENTIAL KIT RATINGS Exceptional ★★★★★ Very good ★★★★ Good ★★★ Average ★★ Poor ★

Some might say... • The Voge plays away and impresses – mostly

Perfect Panigales • Entry to this exclusive Ducati club could be less pricey than you think...

Charging ahead • Add power to your on-bike navigation or phone in the right way

Rins' super six • As he prepares to leave MotoGP, Alex Rins reflects on his sextet of premier class wins with MCN's Josh Close

Showdown time • The British Superbike Showdown begins this weekend as the paddock heads to the iconic Assen circuit in the Netherlands

Bez blows it • Yet another costly mistake puts Bezzecchi and Aprilia on the defensive

Marc steals the show • Marquez puts Ducati on top of the world with Misano double

‘The story is still being written…’

125 YEARS OF ROYAL ENFIELD • The biggest stories and pivotal moments from the company whose motorcycles continue to be 'Made Like a Gun'

'King of the road' • For more than 90 years, the Bullet has crossed continents, raced TTs and conquered the Himalayas – and continues to make riders smile to this...