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Insidebikes’ top tips for buying your first motorcycle

Want some tips on what to look for when buying your first motorcycle? Let the Insidebikes team give you the benefit of their decades of experience…

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How to… ride on motorways

Motorways are great for covering distance in no time, but they come with a whole set of considerations that you need to appreciate to make your progress safe

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Essential training tips for experienced motorcyclists

Training is not just for learners. Whether you are an experienced motorcyclist or just starting out, it's never a bad thing to practice the basic riding skills. We spoke to Mark Jaffe from Phoenix Motorcycle Training to discuss what he considers the three...

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Brief encounter: 2006 Yamaha YZF-R1 SP

Yamaha’s homologation special looked great but didn’t really go anywhere...

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Top five… motorcycle helmet brands on sale in 2024

The motorcycle helmet is the most important piece of safety equipment for any motorcyclist, but who are the companies behind them?

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Top five… mid-capacity scooters for 2024

Fast enough to take on motorways, yet small enough to tackle gridlock, middleweight scooters make perfect commuter tools. Here are some of the best…

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Top five… iconic Suzuki two-strokes

Everybody loves a two-stroke… especially a smokin’ Suzuki!

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Can you still buy a usable second-hand motorbike for less than £1000?

Is it possible to buy a cheap runaround for a grand or less in 2024? We hit the classifieds to find out…

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Top five…learner bikes for 2024

Thinking of getting on two wheels in 2024? Here are five of the most desirable learner legal machines you can buy today

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Understanding motorcycle Compulsory Basic Training

Better known as a CBT, Compulsory Basic Training is the first step on the journey to becoming a motorcyclist. Here’s what you can expect…

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Can you tour on an electric motorbike?

Insidebikes heads up to Scotland to enjoy the Highlands on a Zero DSR/X

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How to master basic motorcycling skills

Here are three often overlooked skills which can improve your riding, confidence, and overall enjoyment of riding motorcycles.

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Can you trail ride on a 125 learner bike?

Insidebikes goes greenlaning on a Rieju Marathon 125 Pro and UM DSR 125

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How to corner brake on a motorcycle

Is it safe to brake in a corner? Won’t you fall off? If you follow these tips, you’ll master the skill in no time…

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Where to ride in… the Lake District

The best of the Lake District on a motorcycle – in just one day!

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How to do an emergency stop on a motorcycle

No-one wants to do an emergency stop, but in case you need to, here’s what to do…

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Top riding route in…The Scottish Borders

This is a bit of a hidden gem of a motorcycle route…

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How to do a U-turn on a motorcycle

A well-executed U-turn is a thing of beauty, and can get you out of trouble in style.

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Top five… iconic motorcycle brands (who don’t make motorbikes)

There are plenty of big names in motorcycling. These five are some of the biggest.

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Helmet myths busted

There are a lot of ‘rules’ about what you can and cannot do with helmets. Here’s the truth behind them…

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Brief encounter: BMW HP2 Megamoto

BMW’s bonkers supermoto was short lived but spectacular…

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Welcoming 2026’s new classic motorcycles

We pick five bikes from the last 40 years which are now gaining ‘classic’ status… or at least should be!

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Benelli brings learner legal adventure bike to UK

One of Italy’s oldest and most famous motorcycle brands is back with a funky looking pair of 125s…

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Reviewed: Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 ST

Can street orientated version of Harley’s first adventure bike help it hit the mainstream?

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Reviewed: Benda Napoleonbob 500

Mad name aside, the Benda Napoleonbob is a cracking little motorcycle, says Phil West…

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Reviewed: BSA Bantam 350

Latest offering from revived brand is a lightweight champion

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