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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.

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.

1 week ago | bennetts.co.uk | Jim Moore |Martin Fitz-Gibbons |Jon Urry |Ben Purvis

Bike journo for a quarter of a centuryOverall BikeSocial rating4/5Yamaha ramped up the supersport 600 market in 1999 with the launch of its original YZF-R6, a smaller sibling to the then all-conquering R1. The R6 boasted more power, a more sophisticated chassis, and a level of finish not seen in the class up to that point, taking supersport 600s from being built-to-a-price disposable middleweights into genuine sub-750cc superbikes.

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.

1 week ago | bennetts.co.uk | John Milbank

Date reviewed: May 2025 | Tested by: John Milbank | Price: From £369 | dji-retail.co.ukLike any action camera or drone, the DJI Flip on review here has had a huge amount of coverage, with plenty of videos on YouTube telling you why it’s the ‘best camera drone ever’ (and a couple that question whether it really is).