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MCN is the UK’s definitive weekly motorcycling magazine, first published in 1955 by Bauer Media. Known formerly as Motorcycle News, it has become a cornerstone of the global riding community and one of the world’s biggest motorcycling media brands, trusted by generations of dedicated motorcyclists. Each issue delivers breaking news, detailed bike tests, race coverage and expert insights that capture the power and precision of modern motorcycling. Its editorial team combines technical expertise with genuine passion, offering honest, independent reviews and guidance for riders of every level. Regular sections include gear tests, workshop tips, travel routes and interviews with racers, engineers and innovators shaping the sport’s future. Readers also enjoy comprehensive coverage of MotoGP, Superbike and road racing, along with stories that celebrate everyday riders and the shared joy of the open road. Available on PressReader, MCN magazine delivers the speed, adventure and spirit of camaraderie that define life on two wheels.
The relatively fresh sport bike category has a very different meaning these days, primarily offering newer riders a stepping stone from smaller bikes before hopping into the Next Generation supersport class, but it’s not just younger...
Just off the A2 in Gravesend sits a café that once used to ban bikers from even eating inside. But when Sandra Hussan took over the place 10 years ago, with just two customers in the café, she knew something had to change. Before long, the doors...
August 26 2026
BMW have been incredibly busy of late. In the past two months, we’ve seen spy shots of what appears to be a new S1000RR superbike, further images of a monstrous two-litre R20 boxer twin roadster, and the UK public debut of the six-cylinder...
IA bigger heart Based around the Monster 1100’s engine, like the smaller capacity Scrambler models the Scrambler 1100’s air-cooled twin-spark Desmodue motor runs a two-valve desmodromic head (hence the engine’s name) with a single overhead...
Dial up the pressure Scott Redding’s title challenge was dealt a huge blow at Thruxton when he crashed in Race Three following contact with Jason O’halloran. It’s left the 2019 champion 47 points behind Kyle Ryde, who over the last few years...
BMW appear to be readying a new flagship sports-tourer called the M1000RS – and it looks set to run the same 215bhp engine as the firm’s M1000RR homologation superbike. The model has surfaced in a California Air Resources Board (CARB)...
The 2026 World Superbike season has witnessed one of the most dominant years for a single manufacturer in any season of motorsport. Ducati have won all 24 races staged thus far between Phillip Island in February and Donington Park in...
