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Stay Upright This Winter: The Real Benefits of Winter Tyres for Motorcycles When temperatures drop and the roads turn slick with rain, frost or worse, many riders tuck their bikes away until spring. But for the die-hards who ride year-round, winter-specific motorcycle tyres aren’t just a good idea — they’re essential. The right rubber can mean the difference between confidence and catastrophe. Grip When You Need It Most Winter tyres are designed to tackle cold, damp and slippery conditions that would leave standard summer compounds floundering. Regular tyres begin to harden as temperatures dip below 7°C, losing flexibility and grip....

For nearly five decades, M&P Direct in Swansea has been a pilgrimage site for bikers across Wales and beyond.

UK vs Europe: Drink & Drug Driving—Where Do Riders Face the Toughest Road? If you ride in Britain and hop across the Channel, the legal landscape changes faster than a MotoGP pit stop. The short version: the UK remains relatively lenient on alcohol limits compared with most of Europe, while drug-driving enforcement is converging—but Europeans generally pair stricter limits with tougher roadside powers. First, the numbers. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the legal blood-alcohol limit is 80mg per 100ml (0.08% BAC)—the highest in Europe. Scotland dropped to 50mg (0.05%) back in 2014, aligning with the continental norm. Many EU...

When the lights go out and the roar of superbikes fills the air, our eyes are glued to the riders. They’re the gladiators, the headline-makers, the heroes whose names are chanted from the grandstands.

The British Superbike Championship has always been a proving ground for raw speed, grit, and more than a little madness. In 2025, though, it feels like we’re watching a heavyweight boxing match with two very different corners