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European trials of motorcycle limiting devices continue

An international consortium of new technology designers has been brought together by the European Commission to develop devices capable of limiting motorcyclists control over their bikes. The Motorcycle Action Group is urging riders to complete a short survey to ensure your opinion is heard.

20,000 fans celebrated the FESTA DUCATI 2008

20,000 Ducati fans (Ducatisti) from all over Europe came to the famous Nurburgring race track to celebrate their passion for the Italian brand. Within the 1.5 days of the event 8,000 bikes entered the venue. The highlight was to meet Superbike-star Troy Bayliss.

Stereophonics guitarist Richard Jones chooses Suzuki B-King

Stereophonics guitarist Richard Jones, took delivery of a brand-new Suzuki B-King muscle bike last week, just in time to appreciate the use of two wheels on National Ride to Work Day, taking place tomorrow (Wednesday 16th July).

Breast Quest 2008 three-week cash-raising tour of Europe

Community nurse, Lou Hartley is off on an exciting three-week tour of Europe by motorcycle. She will be visiting 10 countries and aims to raise a grand total of £40,000 for cancer charities, travelling under the guise of Breast Quest 2008.

Harley-Davidson to acquire MV Agusta Group

Harley-Davidson, today announced that intends to purchase the Italian motorcycle maker MV Agusta Group. Harley-Davidson will acquire 100 percent of MV Agusta Group shares for approximately 70 million euros ($109 million), including the existing debt of approximately 45 million euros ($70 million).

Ride to Work Day, 16 July 2008

Monday the 14th July marks the beginning of 'Ride to Work Week' which is a celebration of motorcycling as the most fuel efficient way of getting to and from work, and culminates with 'Ride to Work Day' on Wednesday 16th with a series of nationwide events.

Honda VT125C Shadow now available on 'The Legend of Zero' 0% APR finance

The Honda VT125C Shadow is now available on Honda's 'The Legend of Zero' 0% APR finance deal until the end of 2008, along with the CBR125R and SH125i, SH300i, PS125i and ANF125i scooters.

Honda extends new motorcycle deals until September

Honda is extending its 'Get Naked', 'Whatever the Weather' and 'Open Wide and Say RR' deals until the end of September, benefiting buyers of Honda's CBF250, CB600F Hornet, CBF1000, CB1300, VFR800, NT700 Deauville, and CBR600RR.

Honda DN-01 on sale from 1st August priced at £9,200

Honda’s category-busting DN-01 motorcycle with fully automatic transmission goes on sale on Friday 1 August from Honda Motorcycle dealers across the UK, available in a choice of graphite black or pearl amethyst purple, and priced at £9200.

Suzuki GSX-R600 with fully comprehensive insurance for just £99

Customers aged between 25 and 75 are being offered the opportunity to buy fully comprehensive insurance for just £99 for the first year when they purchase a new 2008 Suzuki GSX-R600 before the end of September.

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