Honda's new retro single could be headed for Europe, just with a different name
Honda has unveiled its all-new CB500 in India, but all the signs point to the retro roadster eventually becoming a GB500S for European and UK riders.
From oil traps to death threats, Europe's anti-biker problem is getting worse
Police in Germany are investigating after explicit death threats were painted onto popular motorcycle roads, the latest in a worrying string of anti-rider incidents across Europe.
Honda reveals new colours across three 750cc models
Honda has revealed its first 2027 colour updates to its road-going range, which includes a fresh coat for the NC750X, X-ADV and Forza 750.
Guillem Farres racing the Triumph TF 250-X.
Triumph’s motocross programme is tearing it up in MX2
Triumph has added further success to what’s already been a hugely successful 2026 MX2 campaign, after Guillem Farres won his fourth consecutive event in the Czech Republic.
Toprak Razgatlioglu sitting on a Yamaha R1.
MotoGP star evokes childhood memories with special Yamaha R1
Toprak Razgatlioglu has spent a portion of the MotoGP summer break riding a special Yamaha R1, which is a bike he’s kept in memory of his father.
A Honda CB500 from India
Honda's new retro single could be headed for Europe, just with a different name
Honda has unveiled its all-new CB500 in India, but all the signs point to the retro roadster eventually becoming a GB500S for European and UK riders.
The Ace Cafe bike night
Ride a motorcycle? The BMF wants your opinion, and it could win you £200
The British Motorcyclists Federation has launched a nationwide rider survey to help shape its future campaigning, with one respondent set to win a £200 SportsBikeShop voucher.
Max Jones sitting on his Honda Gold Wing trike.
Disabled motorcyclist reveals how a Gold Wing kept him riding
75-year-old motorcyclist Max Jones shares his incredible journey, which includes riding a converted Honda Gold Wing trike, complete with a wheelchair, across the UK and Europe.
2027 Honda NC750X.
Honda reveals new colours across three 750cc models
Honda has revealed its first 2027 colour updates to its road-going range, which includes a fresh coat for the NC750X, X-ADV and Forza 750.
The S2 Del Mar from LiveWire
Barcelona is making roads work for motorcycles. Britain's councils should take note.
Barcelona is introducing practical measures to improve motorcycle safety and traffic flow, raising the question of why UK cities continue to overlook riders.
motorcycle-parking-charges
Lack of designated motorcycle parking spaces in the UK finally addressed
Local councils have finally taken action after a damning report in 2025 revealed a staggeringly low amount of designated motorcycle parking spaces in the UK.
"Biker Stirb" graffiti on a German road
From oil traps to death threats, Europe's anti-biker problem is getting worse
Police in Germany are investigating after explicit death threats were painted onto popular motorcycle roads, the latest in a worrying string of anti-rider incidents across Europe.
A Honda CL72 Scrambler
Fit for The King: Elvis Presley's claimed Honda goes under the hammer
A 1964 Honda CL72 Scrambler believed to have been owned by Elvis Presley is heading to auction, complete with Hollywood links and supporting paperwork.
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
MotoGP star evokes childhood memories with special Yamaha R1
Toprak Razgatlioglu has spent a portion of the MotoGP summer break riding a special Yamaha R1, which is a bike he’s kept in memory of his father.
Latest Reviews
Akaso 360 review: Is it a rival for the Insta360?
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 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.
10 Supermotos Guaranteed to Upset Your Neighbours (And Delight You)
Woefully impractical and hilariously brilliant - that’s how you describe a supermoto. We list the 10 best models currently in production.
Chinese bikes aren't copying Europe anymore; Europe is helping build them
The Brembo-CFMoto partnership and Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali's recent warning point towards the same uncomfortable truth for Europe's motorcycle industry.
Laser 4862 Motorcycle Flywheel Puller 10 piece Set review
The Laser 4662 Motorcycle Flywheel Puller 10-piece Set has all the bits you need to turn a sometimes tricky, off-putting job into an easy, straight-forward one.
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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Triumph’s motocross programme is tearing it up in MX2
Triumph has added further success to what’s already been a hugely successful 2026 MX2 campaign, after Guillem Farres won his fourth consecutive event in the Czech Republic.
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TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 - funny motorcycle commercial and viral advertising campaign
We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
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