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Would You Trust a Chinese Motorcycle? The ZXMoto Test

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Would You Trust a Chinese Motorcycle? The ZXMoto Test

Mention a new Chinese motorcycle to many older British bikers and the conversation quickly turns to corrosion, unavailable parts and disastrous resale values.

Mention one to my daughter or grandson and the reaction is rather different.

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Buying a Used Motorcycle Safely: Essential Checks Every UK Rider Should Know

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Buying a Used Motorcycle Safely: Essential Checks Every UK Rider Should Know

The recent collapse of SuperBike Factory has understandably made many riders pause for thought. For some, it has raised concerns about deposits already paid. Others are wondering what happens to warranties, part exchanges or finance agreements when a dealership runs into difficulty.

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Has the SuperBike Factory Collapse Shaken Confidence in the UK Motorcycle Market?

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Has the SuperBike Factory Collapse Shaken Confidence in the UK Motorcycle Market?

For most of us, buying a motorcycle isn't an impulse purchase. It's months of saving, comparing models, reading reviews, arranging finance and, for many, handing over thousands of pounds before the keys ever reach our hands.

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Have Motorcycle Prices Peaked? Is the UK Bike Market Reaching a Turning Point?

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Have Motorcycle Prices Peaked? Is the UK Bike Market Reaching a Turning Point?

There was a time, not so long ago, when it seemed almost impossible to buy a used motorcycle without paying over the odds. Dealers couldn't get enough stock, waiting lists for new machines stretched into months

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Motorcycles vs Cars UK 2026 – Are Bikes Really One Third Cheaper to Run and Worth Switching?

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Motorcycles vs Cars UK 2026 – Are Bikes Really One Third Cheaper to Run and Worth Switching?

There’s a growing disconnect between what drivers expect to pay and what they’re actually paying at the pump. Fuel prices remain stubborn, everyday costs continue to climb, and yet one group seems to be quietly sidestepping the worst of it—motorcyclists.

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