Ducati bidder Patritalia escalates takeover saga with Ai race bikes and all-Italian MotoGP promise!
Patritalia has issued a fresh statement insisting its €2.5bn bid for Ducati is genuine, while sharing AI-generated race bike concepts and promising an all-Italian Ducati racing line-up.
Sweeping changes are coming to Indian Motorcycle’s Scout line-up
Indian Motorcycle is set to reduce its 2027 Scout line-up in a big way, according to reports out of the US.
Sam Sunderland hails "incredible challenge" at 2026 Romaniacs
Dakar winner Sam Sunderland puts a near-stock Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro on the Red Bull Romaniacs podium
Stark Future headquarters
Stark claims to have the “best-selling enduro motorcycle” as revenue grows
Stark Future has reported huge revenue growth for the first half of 2026, while also claiming to have the “best-selling enduro motorcycle in the world”.
John McGuinness at Brands Hatch in 2026.
Isle of Man TT legend confirms plans to continue racing in 2027
John McGuinness admits he has no plans to retire in 2027 ahead of talks with Honda over his future.
Indian Motorcycle Scout models.
Sweeping changes are coming to Indian Motorcycle’s Scout line-up
Indian Motorcycle is set to reduce its 2027 Scout line-up in a big way, according to reports out of the US.
LiveWire
LiveWire shares surge above $2 just days after penny stock warning
Harley-Davidson-backed LiveWire was warned its shares had slipped below NYSE listing requirements, but within days the stock had climbed back above $2.
Remy Gardner at the Red Bull Romaniacs. Credit: Remy Gardner/Instagram.
Superbike star makes surprise off-road racing debut
Remy Gardner has cut short his WorldSBK summer break by making his first appearance at the Red Bull Romaniacs race.
Patritalia
Ducati bidder Patritalia escalates takeover saga with Ai race bikes and all-Italian MotoGP promise!
Patritalia has issued a fresh statement insisting its €2.5bn bid for Ducati is genuine, while sharing AI-generated race bike concepts and promising an all-Italian Ducati racing line-up.
Kawasaki KLE500 riding on the road.
Kawasaki’s first off-road adventure bike since the 1990s gains new offers
For the second time this summer, Kawasaki has revealed fresh offers across the standard KLE500 and SE models, including a new zero per cent finance rate.
Maverick Vinales gesturing at a MotoGP race. Credit: Gold and Goose.
Maverick Vinales fires angry response to MotoGP exit rumours
Maverick Vinales has clapped back at rumours linking him with an immediate exit from the Tech 3 KTM team, possibly ahead of the British MotoGP at Silverstone, this weekend.
Sam Sunderland on the Red Bull Romaniacs podium
Sam Sunderland hails "incredible challenge" at 2026 Romaniacs
Dakar winner Sam Sunderland puts a near-stock Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro on the Red Bull Romaniacs podium
country lane riding
August is the deadliest month for rural road collisions. Here's why bikers should take notice.
As August gets underway, Britain's motorcyclists are heading into what statistics suggest is the most dangerous month of the year for crashes on rural roads.
Explore your dreams
Honda UK is delighted to partner with Visordown to launch a brand-new dedicated manufacturer page. This engaging, informative hub is designed to inspire and support every rider’s journey, making it easier than ever to explore Honda motorcycles in one place.
Explore the full range, latest offers, and clothing, and discover reasons to choose Honda, including the 6-year warranty. Riders can book a test ride, find a local dealer, and explore the Rapid partnership, along with the latest videos and virtual showrooms, all designed to inform, inspire, and support every step of the motorcycle journey.
Latest News
Stark claims to have the “best-selling enduro motorcycle” as revenue grows
Stark Future has reported huge revenue growth for the first half of 2026, while also claiming to have the “best-selling enduro motorcycle in the world”.
Latest Reviews
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I've been testing the Akaso 360 motorcycle action camera for the last few months to find out whether it can genuinely challenge Insta360's dominance of the market.
Latest Features
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The Clarke Pro357 18-piece 3/8in Drive Socket Set from Machine Mart is a great introductory set of mixed sockets at a very affordable price.
Clarke MC90 Large Motorcycle Cover review
The Clarke MC90 Large Motorcycle Cover is a bargain, highly rated solution to keeping your bike from the worst of the elements when no garage is available.
Clarke CBB217C HD Plus 7 Drawer Tool Cabinet review
The Clarke CBB217C HD Plus 7 Drawer Tool Cabinet is a professional quality tool chest at an affordable price that would grace any home mechanic’s workshop or garage.
Laser 4267 Motorbike Fly Wheel Puller review
The Laser 4267 Motorbike Fly Wheel Puller is a great example of a straightforward but sometime vital tool that does exactly what it says on the tin!
18 Piece Polishing Kit review
This 18-piece polishing kit from Machine Mart is just what you need if trying to buff or polish tarnished metals of all types – and even plastics!
Expert by Facom E200901B - Vacuum Brake Bleeder review
The Expert by Facom E200901B Vacuum Brake Bleeder is a brilliant, high-quality tool that makes light work of one of motorcycling’s fiddliest home servicing jobs.
Clarke CMS2 Height Adjustable Mechanics Seat review
The Clarke CMS2 Height-Adjustable Mechanics Seat is just what you need if you’re fed up of kneeling or sitting on your workshop or garage floor.
Clarke CML7 360kg Motorcycle Lift review
The Clarke CML7 360kg Motorcycle Lift from Machine Mart is a great workbench for bikes and has the bonus of being one of the most affordable around.
Clarke CFSR360 Steel Mesh Folding Ramp (360kg) review
The Clarke CSFR360 Steel Mesh Folding Ramp (360kg) is a bike ramp that does its job excellently – and at a temptingly affordable price.
"We knew things weren't right": Two former SuperBike Factory employees reveal the warning signs before administration
Two former SuperBike Factory employees have spoken exclusively to Visordown, revealing how one of Britain's biggest used motorcycle retailers unravelled from two very different perspectives.
Guides
Tubed vs tubeless tyres: Which is best?
Confused about which sort of tyre you should be using? Allow us to explain everything.
A Short History of Motorcycle Dashboards
From simple speedos to touchscreen TFTs, here’s how bike ‘displays’ have evolved
The Best Motorcycle Boots
We pick some of the best bike boots you can buy for touring/adventure, sports and around town use
A Short History of Single-Sided Swingarms
‘Mono arms’ are a dying breed – here’s why they rose and fell
Speed Kings: 30 Years of the Triumph Speed Triple
2024 not only marks 20 years of Triumph’s Rocket III/3 but 30 years of the Speed Triple. Here are the seven key models of the Hinckley icon
What The London ULEZ Means for Bikers
The London Ultra Low Emissions Zone now covers all London boroughs. Here's what it means for bikers
A Short History of the Bagger Motorcycle
Americans love ’em, we barely understand them – here’s everything you need to know about this bike category
BMW Motorrad Days: I Took The Ultimate BMW Pilgrimage, and So Should You
We headed to BMW Motorrad Days in Garmisch-Partenkirchen to see why so many trek to southern Germany to nerd out about boxer twins
Top 10 Weird Motorcycle Front Suspension Systems
These are the strangest motorcycle front ends – from Springer to hub-centre – to have ever been put into production
Why Every Biker Needs to Try Trail Riding
We tried Phoenix Motorcycle Training’s trail riding course in the Peak District
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Isle of Man TT legend confirms plans to continue racing in 2027
John McGuinness admits he has no plans to retire in 2027 ahead of talks with Honda over his future.
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