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Launched in 1955, MCN has been bringing its readers exclusive news stories about bikes for 60 years. Every week, MCN’s team of expert test riders & journalists will: • Review new and used motorcycles • Help bikers make the very best buying decisions • Provide the latest MotoGP and Superbikes news MCN is also famous for its unrivalled motorcycle sport news and insight. From the white-knuckle world of MotoGP to the elbow-clashing action of World Superbikes and British Superbikes, MCN gives the inside story. There are also thousands of motorcycles for sale in MCN. So if you’re thinking about buying a new machine there’s almost definitely a fantastic bargain waiting to be snapped up!

7 DAYS IN 60 SECONDS • Your whistle-stop tour of this week's hottest stories

Still feeling that buzz after the NEC show

It's time for that toy run

Suzuki turn single-minded • Bosses hint at smaller capacity plan to capitalise on growing demand

‘V-TWIN IS LIKE TREASURE’

…but it's not all small capacity • Techno tweaks for 1340cc Hayabusa

Future R1 teased • Yamaha bosses hint at superbike refresh plus Ténéré triple model

Win a rally race unicorn • Rally bike competition gives you the chance to win big for £10

Race against Guy Martin

DEALS OF THE WEEK • MCN's Nye Davis sniffs out bikes at the best prices

MCL show is on the up

A whole Hunk of fun • Hero MotoCorp enter the UK with easy-going £3400 Hunk 440 single

Trackday package • Special CBR600RR now available through Honda Racing

BUY IT NOW • Our used bike anorak reveals this week's smartest buys

MOTORCYCLE NEWS ISSUE 1

What's next for Langen? • Bold plans revealed for limited-run Lightspeed

Norton warranty plan

Get yourself to peak safety

Hit the dirt with Suzuki • V-Stroms and DR-Z4S await in new Welsh rider training course

THE FIGHT AGAINST FAKE BIKE KIT • Our industry insider helps you steer clear of substandard safety gear

THIS WEEK'S HOT DEALS BARGAIN HUNTER • MCN product writer, Tommy Begley, hunts down this week's hottest online bargains. Get them while you can!

NEW KIT JUST IN

MCN NEXT WEEK

Two-wheel drive future • EV Outlier Concept is Honda's vision of motorcycles of the 2030s… but is it more than mere sci-fi fantasy?

WHAT ABOUT PRESENT DAY?

Snow and sand special Tigers • Triumph launch Alpine and Desert range

Talking point

MCN LAW • Your tricky legal questions answered

FIRST BIKE • A blast down memory lane

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Win the sensation of Speed • Be in with a chance of winning a Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS with MCN Compare

‘Not only that, but they are now painting the bikes in the right colours' • Two-time British champion turned commentator writes for MCN every month

JAKE'S BEEN FLIPPIN' GOOD

HEAD TO DRAGON SOUL Just grab yourself a fork… • …from custom suspension parts to tasty snacks

YOUR TRIP • Where you went and why it was amazing

MCN PIT STOP BREW CREW • Latest snaps from your biking adventures

TOP OF THE STOPS • Great destinations for your weekend ride

TIME TO ENTER THE HINTERLAND

WHAT'S ON • YOUR GUIDE TO THIS WEEK'S BIKING EVENTS

The complete touring package • Honda's new £11,999 CB1000GT tall-rounder is a riot of electrickery and long-distance comfort

SHOWA EERA GETS SPORTY

MCN VERDICT

Back to the future • Suzuki, Honda and Husqvarna have all given their middleweight roadsters a retro-inspired modern makeover – but which deserves your cash?

RETRO-MODS UP CLOSE

‘Or you could bag an XSR'

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