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It’s one of those motorcycle bucket list experiences; riding a Harley on Route 66. But it goes without saying, throughout the vast and varied landscape of America, there are so many great roads to ride, sights to see and towns to visit. It might only be ‘a few hundred years old’ but in some places

If you’d like to do a trackday but you don’t have a track bike, then why not hire one? In fact, you might already have a track bike or a suitable road bike but you just can’t be bothered with the hassle of transporting it or sorting it out in time for a track day.

If you ride a road bike but you’ve always fancied seeing what it’s like to ride on the dirt, then why not try out a motocross bike? One of the most accessible forms of off-road riding, motocross is fun, fast and a family-friendly activity.  MX bikes come in all shapes and sizes. From 50cc bikes

Renting a motorcycle isn’t just for tourers.  You might have spotted a potential new bike and you want to put it through its paces over the course of a weekend, rather than just a couple of hours. Or you’ve finally got that much-needed pass from your partner and fancy a weekend away with a mate

Getting your motorcycle on the dyno is a great experience. If you just want to know what power and torque your bike’s making, you can just get a power check which will cost you around £30. The dyno operator will be able to comment on the bike’s fuelling and let you know whether or not

Nothing beats thrashing your motorcycle around a race track. Just you and the bike in perfect harmony. We’re lucky here in the UK as we have some of the world’s best race circuits. From circuits like Silverstone, which hosts the British round of MotoGP and other high-level motorsports events like F1, to circuits like Cadwell

Adventure bikes are great but where do you get to use them to their full potential. Not the A4 flyover, that’s for sure. Adventure riding’s popularity is at an all-time high, so it’s no surprise that there are plenty of adventure riding schools out there for you to practice your skills.  It doesn’t matter if

If you’re looking for a day out with the kids, or fancy a trip with your mates, why not head to a motorcycle show? Whether you prefer new models or classics, there’s a show for everyone and the good news is, they’re held all around the country throughout the year. From slick and professional shows

My first visit to a motorcycle auction still stands out as one of the best non-riding motorcycling experiences I’ve had. I went with the intention of buying a bike, so perhaps the nerves and anticipation heightened the experience for me. Listed in the catalogue was a rare bike that I’d been after for years and

Speedway bikes are exhilarating. With no brakes, one gear and a clutch, these bikes can accelerate to 60mph faster than a superbike – in the right hands of course. Set on oval circuits which are usually 300 metres in length, racers skid ’round corners balancing the right amount of slide with the right amount of

What better way to spend a weekend than a fun-filled day out at a hill climb event. Hillclimbs have been around for a long time and essentially involve bikers riding their bikes up a hill as quickly as possible. The course is usually under a mile long and takes around a minute to complete. The

If you fancy yourself a bit of a daredevil and you’ve always wanted to learn how to wheelie, then why not head to a wheelie school, to learn the ropes on someone else’s bike? There are loads of schools around the UK that will have you hoisting the front wheel in no time. Of course,

Nobody wants to think about road traffic accidents, especially those involving bikers. Bikers are more likely to get seriously hurt in a crash, but the question is, would you know what to do? If you want to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to help a fellow biker after an accident, taking a motorcycle-specific first

Visiting a motorcycle museum is a cool day out for anyone, not just bikers. Not only do you get to gawp at the sorts of machines our fathers, grandfathers and even great-grandfathers were riding around on but you’ll also learn loads about the technologies that we take for granted today. Every avid biker should learn

You don’t need to own a classic to visit an Autojumble. They’re a great day out, which goes way beyond finding second-hand spare parts and bargains. Strolling among the stalls to uncover unmissable deals can result in finding some vintage treasures and interesting pieces that’ll look great in your man cave but you’ll also see some

Advanced riding courses aren’t all hi-viz, beards and BMWs. If you’re thinking of getting some advanced rider training, good for you. You’re never too old or experienced to learn new skills. There are a lot of good options out there and while advanced riding can sound a bit serious and rigid, it’s better to think

Whether you’re looking to improve your confidence, are a bit of an expert or just looking to try something completely different; trackdays can help you learn about bike control and riding techniques in a safe environment. What better way to do this than travel to a bigger, better and less crowded circuit in Europe? If

If you’re planning a motorcycle a tour of Europe, you don’t need a motorcycle! Well, you don’t need to own one, you can rent one instead. It’s well worth a look. So read on.. Renting a motorcycle for your short trip saves you time and effort, especially if you haven’t got a great bike for

A circuit is a great place to improve your motorcycle skills. You don’t have to worry about oncoming cars, diesel spills, GATSOs, cyclists or the local wildlife (most of the time). There are two main types of circuit-based motorbike training. You can take a course that uses the track to simulate an empty road, so