Published: 23 July, 2019
For most of us, a new motorcycle is one of the largest purchases we’ll ever make, so it makes sense to shop around and get the best deal. There is no guaranteed time of year where bike prices are always…
Published: 26 March, 2019
Time to buy a new bike? If you are looking to purchase a second-hand motorbike, you may be concerned that it could have potential problems or defects just waiting to be uncovered. Whilst buying any kind of second hand or…
Published: 26 March, 2019
This isn’t just another guide that tells you to check every component of the motorcycle and ensure it’s not corroded and not damaged. This is a real-world buyer’s guide designed to help you purchase a great second-hand motorcycle, not a…
Published: 18 September, 2019
Intro How to choose Kids Safety Voltage and Run Time 18 months to 3 years Electric bikes for toddlers usually have a 3-wheeled design for added stability and are made from durable plastics. Easy to use foot pedal accelerators make…
Published: 01 August, 2019
For me, a Sports Tourer should be 70% sport and 30% touring. If it doesn’t come with factory-fit hard luggage then it’s, at best, just a soft sportsbike. BikerRated’s best Sports Tourer motorcycles BMW F800GT Honda VFR800F Kawasaki Z1000SX KTM…
Published: 01 August, 2019
Am I the only one that thinks cruiser riders are different from other bikers? Not different in a bad way, just ploughing a different furrow. You rarely meet someone on a cruiser that owns any other type of motorcycle. Likewise,…
Published: 13 August, 2019
All good things come to an end even though, when you sign your motorcycle PCP agreement, you’re probably only thinking of the good things that are about to get going. When your PCP term finishes, you have three choices: Pay…
Published: 03 June, 2019
Every way to finance your new motorcycle Twenty-five years ago, pretty much the only way you could buy a motorcycle was with cold-hard-cash. A lot has changed and now more motorcycles are bought with finance than any other method. In…
Published: 26 March, 2019
Need A Release From Your Finance Agreement? How Can Voluntary Termination (VT) Help? Just because it is easy to obtain finance for your next bike purchase, it doesn’t necessarily mean you should. In a matter of minutes, you can be…
Published: 26 March, 2019
You have no doubt heard the expression “that bike’s a bit torquey” during your years as a motorcycle enthusiast, but have you ever wondered just what it means? To clear this up, let us explain just exactly what the word…
Published: 26 March, 2019
Horsepower, often referred to as BHP (brake horse power) is a term commonly used when it comes to describing the peak power of a car or motorbike. Is it really to do with horses though? Where did the term come…
Published: 26 March, 2019
Do they make motorcycle run-flat tyres? In the car world, run-flat tyres have been the mainstay for over a decade. Can you believe that the first ‘run flat tyre’ was introduced by Michelin in 1934? It was designed for military…
Published: 23 June, 2019
If you’re 16 or over and tired of getting lifts from your parents, a 50cc moped will give you independence and mean you won’t need to rely on Dad’s (or Mum’s!) Taxi. Likewise, if you’re over 16, you can jump…
Published: 18 June, 2019
Multi-Car and Bike Insurance: What Is It and What Are The Alternatives? If you own a motorcycle and a car, you could save a few quid and cut down on paperwork, with a combined car and bike insurance policy. Household…
Published: 16 June, 2019
When it comes to finding the cheapest insurance for your motorcycle, comparison websites have made it easy for us bikers to get the cover we need. But did you know that the majority of comparison websites all use the same…
Published: 27 March, 2019
Your Provisional Driving Licence – Everything You Need To Know If you are thinking of starting your journey as a motorcyclist here in the UK, you will need to apply for a provisional driving licence before you can hit the…
Published: 27 March, 2019
Motorcycle test fees Motorcycle test fees are charged separately, meaning that you will usually have a new fee to pay every time you move from one test to another. As of 2018, the following costs apply: Cost Of Theory…
Published: 27 March, 2019
What Is The Motorcycle Theory Test? Your motorcycle theory test is a computer based test, devised by the government, and offered at various locations throughout the UK. Anyone wanting a full bike licence must have a motorcycle theory test…
Published: 06 September, 2019
THE COUNTIES of Bristol, East Yorkshire and Herefordshire have the highest number of motorcycle thefts per resident, according to stolen motorcycle data recorded over the last 12 months. The UK-wide study has been compiled by BikerRated.com from data collected by…
Published: 01 August, 2019
Accidents happen, at home, at work and on the road. If you are involved in an accident or collision on your motorbike, you may not know how to handle the situation, or where to turn to for help. Our simple…
Published: 27 March, 2019
Has Your Bike Been Pinched? Our Guide To What to do if you have your motorbike stolen With motorbike thefts up as much as 44% since 2014, it remains a sad fact that if not properly secured or alarmed, they…
Published: 22 May, 2019
Update: auction live, see this link. What happens when you sell your motorcycle on eBay with a 99p start price and no reserve? That’s what we wanted to find out. As part of our Buying and Selling guides, we’re putting…
Published: 27 March, 2019
The best way to attract more interest and find a buyer when selling your motorcycle is to write a proper advert. Whether you’re listing your bike on eBay or Gumtree or taking out an ad with BikeTrader or sticking a…
Published: 27 March, 2019
When you’re looking at selling your motorcycle, it’s important to know what it’s worth. Price it too high and you’ll be wasting your time. Price it too low and you’ll be shooting yourself in the foot. There is no reliable…
