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Has Social Media Hijacked Ace Cafe Bike Night?
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Ace Cafe London closed its doors early on Friday evenings to discourage dangerous and antisocial riding outside its premises. Six weeks later, the riders were reportedly still gathering on the public road.
Motorcycle Noise Cameras: Fair Enforcement or Blunt Instrument?
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Some riders consider a stronger exhaust note part of the pleasure and character of owning a motorcycle. Others—including plenty who enjoy a good-sounding engine—believe deliberately excessive noise damages our reputation and gives campaigners another reason to demand restrictions.
The Real Risks Riders Face Every Day
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Motorcycles rely on balance, traction, and stability across two narrow contact patches. Any disruption to that contact—whether through a pothole, crack, or uneven surface—is transferred immediately through the bike.
Current VED System Is Out of Alignment
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There’s something quietly frustrating happening in the background of UK motorcycling right now, and most riders feel it every time the renewal reminder drops through the door.
Motorcycle Theft Is Evolving — Here’s How Police Are Fighting Back
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Motorcycle theft in the UK has a nasty habit of feeling “everywhere” at once. One week it’s a neighbour’s scooter lifted outside a flat in under a minute. The next it’s a video of two lads with an angle grinder treating a chain like it’s made of cheese strings.