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Known as the supersport class, 600cc sportsbikes hit the peak of their popularity in the early 2000s. Packed with racetrack technology, these mini superbikes were hugely popular with younger riders and racers alike.

Rewind a decade ago and the concept of sat-navs, especially for motorcycles, remained an expensive novelty, but today it’s hard to think of anyone, rider or driver, going on a long trip without some kind of navigation device. Garmin and TomTom have...

Spring is here and the time is right to hit the road and get out on that big holiday trip. But what if you are looking for a cheap set of wheels to munch the miles in comfort? Are there any bargain touring bikes out there? Insidebikes went in search of...

With Harley-Davidson announcing its intention to put an electric motorcycle into production within 18 months and MotoGP announcing that its new MotoE series will take to the grid next year, 2019 looks like being the biggest year ever for electric...

In a quiet, industrial district of Hawthorne, Los Angeles, hidden behind some hard-core security fencing is the home of what could possibly be the world’s most famous motorcycle. It certainly is for this weekend, at least. This is the home of Arch...

Planning what to pack and take with you on a motorcycle touring trip can be a stressful experience. We’ve all been there, where everything is booked, tickets for the ferries are sorted, you’ve checked your motorcycle insurance covers you for riding in...

When it comes to being on the road, a motorbike is an ideal way to travel. They are stylish, speedy vehicles that provide a sense of freedom. There’s no greater feeling than being on a high-performance bike. Whether it’s a Blackbird Honda CBR or Suzuki...

What bikes can you pick up for a song today that might, just might, turn into a bona fide classic? We sought out five twentysomethings that you can still get hold of for £2000, if you’re quick…   Suzuki GSX-R750 SRAD   The 1990s was a fast moving time for...

The past few years have seen the emergence of a new class of motorcycle – called A2.   Introduced in January 2014, the A2 licence is designed to help young riders graduate to bigger bikes in a stepped and responsible manner. From the age of 17, you’ll be...

Your bike is your pride and joy – so naturally, you’re going to want to keep it safe as possible at all times. Luckily, there’s a lock for every occasion and, here at Carole Nash, we’ve picked some of our favourites ahead of this year’s riding season....

Three broad terms that cover a wide range of two-wheeled machines – but what are the actual differences between them? How is a moped different to a scooter, and can a scooter become so big that it’s not really a scooter anymore?

The English language is a funny old thing, with plenty of mildly different and/or identical words that either mean the same thing, the opposite, or slight variations on a theme, some of which change depending on where in the world you are. Sometimes this...