Michael Mann

Peterborough

Motorcycle Journalist and Web Editor at Bike Social

📝 Motorcycle Journalist / Web Editor. https://t.co/bmKl6pL6EJ by @bennetts_bike IG: mrmichaelmann

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Articles

Torqueing Heads (Ep3): Triumph

1 week ago | bennetts.co.uk | Michael Mann

Welcome to the latest Torqueing Heads episode - BikeSocial's rejuvenated motorcycle chat show and podcast!Our motorcycle talk show returns with a fresh twist, so join us as we dive into the world of UK motorcycling, chatting with the industry's top influencers (in the more traditional meaning of the word) and decision-makers. Meet the people shaping the future of motorcycling and discover their stories and businesses like never before.
New rider guide | Motorcycle kit, security & riding advice

1 week ago | bennetts.co.uk | John Milbank |Michael Mann |Steve Rose

Welcome to motorcycling! Whether you’re starting out on a 125cc scooter or you’re on a bigger machine, BikeSocial is your free, independent resource for advice, reviews and things to do. We’re here to help you get more from motorcycling, so use the links below to find out everything you need to know. And if you have any more questions, join us and industry experts at our exclusive motorcycle forum; BikeClub, or come and say hi at our friendly Facebook group.
Better Riding Advice: perfect your emergency stops

1 week ago | bennetts.co.uk | Michael Mann |Steve Rose

In episode 10 of the Better Riding Series, along with professional motorbike coach, Mark McVeigh, Michael and Mark discuss emergency stop and emergency braking techniques. Mark reveals that only 20% of riders perform effective emergency stops, despite ABS technology. He emphasises the importance of using the front brake first, pulling the clutch immediately, and maintaining a two-finger grip on the brake lever.
Voge DS625X (2025) - Review

2 weeks ago | bennetts.co.uk | Martin Fitz-Gibbons |Jon Urry |Ben Purvis |Michael Mann

Overall BikeSocial rating4/5A long, long time ago, in a galaxy not too far away, six grand could get you quite a lot of brand-new bike. Back in 1996 it’d get buy a box-fresh Suzuki Bandit 1200. In 2025, however, it barely gets you a posh 125 (), an electric commuter (VMoto Stash) or a 300cc scooter (Honda ADV).
BMW R 1200 RT (2006-2013) - Review & Buying Guide

2 weeks ago | bennetts.co.uk | Jon Urry |Martin Fitz-Gibbons |Ben Purvis |Michael Mann

Massively experienced road testerOverall BikeSocial rating4/5The RT has long been the go-to mile-munching option and is BMW’s best-selling touring model. With a firmly established worldwide fanbase, the RT attracts loyal customers who tend to put serious miles on their bike and then chop it in for the next generation when it emerges. Which is exactly what happened in 2006 when the R1200RT replaced the R1150RT in BMW’s model range.
Yamaha YZF-R1 (2009-2014) - Review & Buying Guide

3 weeks ago | bennetts.co.uk | Jon Urry |Ben Purvis |Michael Mann |Steve Rose

Massively experienced road testerOverall BikeSocial rating4/5In 2009 Yamaha dropped a bombshell – they released an inline four sportsbike that wasn’t a ‘normal’ inline four, it was a ‘crossplane’ inline four (and certainly not a big bang!). The first such road bike to be released, Yamaha had drawn from their MotoGP project (which also now ran this configuration) to develop a unique sportsbike.
Better Riding Advice: brakes can make you faster, better and smoother

3 weeks ago | bennetts.co.uk | Michael Mann |Steve Rose

In episode nine of the Better Riding Series, along with professional motorbike coach, Mark McVeigh, we look at the importance of brakes beyond slowing down. Mark explains that the front brake provides most stopping power and aids agility, while the rear brake stabilises the bike. We delve into grip generation, steering geometry, and the concept of trail braking, which involves maintaining brake pressure into a turn to enhance control and stability.
Torqueing Heads (Ep2): Bridgestone

3 weeks ago | bennetts.co.uk | Michael Mann

Welcome to the latest Torqueing Heads episode - BikeSocial's rejuvenated motorcycle chat show and podcast!During the COVID-19 lockdown, we brought you Zoom-based interviews under the Torqueing Heads name. Now, we're back with a fresh twist, so join us as we dive into the world of UK motorcycling, chatting with the industry's top influencers (in the more traditional meaning of the word) and decision-makers.
Torqueing Heads - Series 2 - Episode 01

1 month ago | bennetts.co.uk | Michael Mann

Welcome to the all-new Torqueing Heads series - BikeSocial's rejuvenated motorcycle chat show!Five years ago, during lockdown, we brought you Zoom-based interviews under this name. Now, we're back with a fresh twist! Join us as we dive into the world of UK motorcycling, chatting with the industry's top influencers and decision-makers. Get ready to meet the people who shape the future of motorcycling and discover their stories and businesses like never before.
Is E10 fuel safe to use in my bike?

2 months ago | bennetts.co.uk | Ben Purvis |John Milbank |Dale Lomas |Michael Mann

Back in March 2020 the Government published a consultation into proposals to make E10 the standard 95-octane petrol on UK forecourts – doubling the amount of ethanol allowed in petrol to the concern of many riders. Despite concerns raised by many respondents about the potential damage that E10 could cause to their vehicles the rules were pushed through into legislation and came into force in September 2021.