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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Robert Jones |Matt Robinson |Simon Hancocks |Phil West
The Auto-Cycle Union (ACU) is continuing its efforts to enhance the safety around motorcycle racing, after purchasing 50 automated external defibrillators (AED) in a bid to support event organisers across the UK. The ACU has played a key role in supporting a variety of racing events, from motocross and enduro, all the way to MotoGP and World Superbike, as well as the Isle of Man TT.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Robert Jones |Matt Robinson |Simon Hancocks |Phil West
Wondered what a Royal Enfield Meteor 350 would look in highly-customised form? Well, here’s your answer as Indian company Neev Motorcycles has custom-made a beautiful gold and bronze example of the small-capacity classic cruiser, albeit now it’s in a bobber theme. Royal Enfield bikes have long been used for custom builds, and you can’t blame people for choosing the Indian brand for projects such as this one.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Simon Hancocks |Matt Robinson |Phil West |Robert Jones
You have just a handful of days left to sign a petition that could prove to be a lifesaver. It aims to prevent dodgy, poor quality motorcycle kit from hitting the shelves in the UK. But for it to go in front of parliament, it needs just a few more signatures. Getting bombarded with adverts showing so-called motorcycle clothing at unbelievably low prices is a daily occurrence. And as my dad still says, "If it seems too good to be true, then it probably is".
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Simon Hancocks |Matt Robinson |Phil West |Robert Jones
The Le Mans 24 Hours is one of the most iconic two- and four-wheel motorsport events on the planet. And while it is usually petrol-powered (or hybrid, as is the way for cars) that triumph on the Circuit de la Sarthe, a group of students think they can take on the best with battery power. The team are from the Sigma Engineering School, and their bike, which is based on a Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade, has already been to the circuit.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Robert Jones |Matt Robinson |Simon Hancocks |Phil West
Suzuki has announced its UK prices for the new DR-Z4S and DR-Z4SM models. Both bikes were unveiled at EICMA in November, offering updated takes on the iconic DR-Z400 platform. Fitting into the Japanese brand’s dual-sport range, the DR-Z4S will cost £7,999 which is the same OTR price as its supermoto stablemate, the DR-Z4SM. Both machines feature a liquid-cooled 398cc single-cylinder DOHC four-stroke engine. The engine is an evolution of the previous generation power unit used by the DR-Z400.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Simon Hancocks |Matt Robinson |Phil West |Robert Jones
The renowned Italian motorcycle boot maker, Sidi, has rebranded itself with a futuristic new logo and bold statement of intent. “Nothing Will Change Except Everything” is the strapline of the rebrand, at the heart of which is a fresh new logo. It’s a sleek, modern design that aims to speak to the next generation of riders without forgetting the legacy that built the company’s reputation in off-road, on-road and racing.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Robert Jones |Matt Robinson |Simon Hancocks |Phil West
Designed for optimal compatibility with GS models, BMW’s new GS Rallye Carbon helmet comes with the latest generation communication technology and can run for up to 16 hours. With the BMW ConnectedRide COM P1 GS system, riders can operate it via vivid graphics with the navigator or app thanks to the Multicontroller feature while riding. What this means is that riders are not required to take their hands off the handlebars in order to use the communication system.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Simon Hancocks |Matt Robinson |Phil West |Robert Jones
This might just be the ultimate restomod, as the team at RindPerformance has transformed a Honda Fireblade into a gorgeous NS500 Freddie Spencer tribute. The bike, simply called the ‘Freddie Blade’, started life as a standard 2007 Fireblade, although, unless you dug beneath the beautiful custom bodywork, you’d be hard pressed to tell! And it’s not just been clothed in the svelte curves of one of Honda’s most interesting race bikes, it’s had a thorough revamp beneath the skin.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Robert Jones |Matt Robinson |Simon Hancocks |Phil West
With a quickshifter, traction control and dual channel ABS developed by Bosch, it’s no wonder Aprilia is excited by its new RS 125 GP Replica. Sporting the latest graphics from the 2025 RS-GP bike that’s used by reigning world champion Jorge Martin and Silverstone winner Marco Bezzecchi, the new beginner-friendly sportbike from the Noale-based company is one of the most advanced bikes in the 125cc segment.
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2 days ago | 
visordown.com | Robert Jones |Matt Robinson |Simon Hancocks |Phil West
MV Agusta looks to be eyeing up entry into MotoGP in 2027, with reports claiming a deal with the championship's officials is planned. 2027 will see some of the biggest rule changes in many, many years, with MotoGP bikes making way with the current 1000cc engines for smaller 850cc power units, while aerodynamics will be stripped back and the series is planning to introduce 100 per cent non-fossil fuel.
