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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

‘Biking’s bright future depends on diversity’

Classic is on track

Electrifying news from Norton • A British-built electric Norton bike is now just two and a half years away…

More than a bit distinguished • 2022 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride smashes global fundraising targets

Steve Harris 1949 – 2022 • Pioneering engineer and Harris Performance founder has died

Electric grants continue • Bike incentive stays – but help for cars is scrapped

No hybrids from BMW

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

NIU direction • MCN grabs a ride on one of only two pre-production RQi electric 125s in existence

MT-07 recovered in six minutes! • Hampshire Police share results of latest bike crime campaign

Go wild in the country

Triumph purchases OSET • Brit firm targets young riders with electric trials buyout

WIN A CABERG GHOST HELMET WORTH £249!

BMW R18 gets wood

BARGAIN HUNTER • Team MCN have been sniffing around for the hottest online bargains to keep you cool this summer

NEW KIT JUST IN

MCN NEXT WEEK

Textile gear that covers all bases • How Klim use the latest fabrics to create tough but breathable waterproof gear

Go-anywhere learner • Sinnis SM-XE 125 is a return to L-plate-friendly mud pluggers

‘I feel the need, the need for speed…’ • Our used bike anorak reveals this week’s smartest buys

Talking point

It’s down to the riders to decide

MCN LAW • Your trickly legal questions answered

FIRST BIKE • A blast down memory lane

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‘The best of both worlds’ • What’s better than a great biker café? One that also has its own motorcycle showroom!

YOUR TRIP • Where you went and why it was amazing

THIS WEEK

Welsh west coast wonder • Neevesy takes in some of Wales’ finest biking views along the A487

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

MILEAGE HUNTERS • #R5K members chasing their riding goals

FIRST RESPONDERS FOR RIDING COMFORT

New video series should make summer a sizzler! • Get your bike, body and brain ready for serious miles as peak season approaches

Perfect balance • Hunting for that sporty buzz but wanting something a little more comfy? Look no further than a super-naked

ALL-NEW TEST ROUTES

Spec’d-up siblings

DIVE IN TO THE DETAIL

‘Definitely where it’s at!’

AFFORDABLE ADVENTURE • The new Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail offers a lot of bike for sensible cash, but isn’t perfect...

‘Bit basic but decent value’

Wayne Rainey rides again... • 30 years after his career-ending crash, 500GP legend Wayne Rainey is to reunite with his YZR at Goodwood

‘The slip-grip-flick became prevalent’

‘Destination unknown’ • Rich’s K1600GT is the ideal bike for the road to nowhere

Giving the Zed a little lift… • Relphy adds a few optional...