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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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UK Electric Motorcycle Sales Fall as LiveWire Price Plummets

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UK Electric Motorcycle Sales Fall as LiveWire Price Plummets

Britain’s motorcycle market is showing encouraging signs of recovery. Registrations are rising, adventure bikes are booming and smaller petrol-powered machines are finding plenty of buyers.

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Renewable Petrol Could Change the Future of Motorcycling

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Renewable Petrol Could Change the Future of Motorcycling

For years we've been told the future is electric. Governments have backed it, manufacturers have invested billions

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SuperBike Factory in Financial Trouble? The Facts Behind the Headlines and What It Means for UK Riders

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SuperBike Factory in Financial Trouble? The Facts Behind the Headlines and What It Means for UK Riders

The UK motorcycle world was rocked this week by reports that SuperBike Factory has filed a Notice of Intention (NOI) to appoint administrators.

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Motorcycle Licence Tests Around the World – Are Tougher Motorcycle Tests Really Safer?

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Motorcycle Licence Tests Around the World – Are Tougher Motorcycle Tests Really Safer?

Watch a motorcycle test in parts of America and many British riders react with the same mixture of surprise and disbelief.

A few cones. A slow-speed manoeuvre. A short ride around a car park or local roads. Job done.

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