Mark Lancaster

Used Bike Guide: Triumph Rocket III (2005-2008)

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Mark Lancaster

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6th November 2023

£5000-£10,000 The original Rocket’s not the most obvious choice if you’re looking at more conventional cruisers… but the bad-ass 2.3-litre monster from Triumph has bags of attitude, masses of torque and a whopping rear tyre (which was the biggest on a production bike at the time of its release). That’s all the same core ingredients…
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New kit: Munro Armoured Motorcycle Shirt from Roadskin

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Mark Lancaster

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3rd November 2023

Named in tribute to legendary motorcycle rider Burt Munro, this shirt offers AA-rated protection for motorcycle riders while remaining lightweight and comfortable. With its Kevlar® lining, this product is meticulously crafted to safeguard against unforeseen mishaps, allowing you to fully relish the joys of life on two wheels, all the while looking stylish and turning…
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What we wear: ‘Leather Leg Bag’ from Roadskin

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Mark Lancaster

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12th September 2023

Sometimes, I don’t want to carry a rucksack, but I will always want my specs, wallet, phone and keys with me. Stuffing the pockets of my jacket and jeans on the bike isn’t always ideal, so I was very happy to try out the leather leg bag from the folks at Roadskin. The Roadskin motorcycle…
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What we wear: ‘Easyrider’ short motorcycle gloves from Roadskin

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Mark Lancaster

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11th September 2023

Initially designed for Special Forces use, the Roadskin Easyrider CE Approved Level 1 Glove has since been fully adapted as a motorcycle glove.So, what’s the marriage of Special Forces Gloves and Motorcycle Gloves actually like? There’s clearly a need for comfort and a huge demand for safety, whether you’re battering down doors or getting some…
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Bag a Bagger?

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Mark Lancaster

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26th April 2023

Indian Motorcycle’s ultra-limited edition Challenger RR The American firm has revealed that it’s building a super-exclusive version of its Indian Challenger RR, to celebrate winning the 2022 King of the Baggers championship. That’s right. A limited run of 29 race-replica Challenger RRs have been built by the same S&S hands that wrenched Tyler O’Hara’s #29…
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New! Indian Pursuit Elite and Chieftain Elite

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Mark Lancaster

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19th April 2023

Indian has expanded their Elite range by reintroducing the Chieftain Elite and adding a new model, the Indian Pursuit Elite. The Indian Chieftain Elite made its debut in 2018 and will re-appear in 2023, with just 175 units available. It boasts custom-inspired details from the factory and a more aggressive style than the standard version,…
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Next generation of motorcyclists given a mental health boost

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Mark Lancaster

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31st March 2023

The UK’s largest motorcycle training provider, Phoenix Motorcycle Training, is helping save lives by providing Mental Health First Aiders at all of its 22 centres across England, offering support of vital importance to the next generation of motorcyclists. Phoenix Motorcycle Training is training 24 members of its staff as accredited Mental Health First Aiders in…
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New Nightster? We’ve seen the leaks…

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Mark Lancaster

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2nd February 2023

Leaked documents confirm that Harley-Davidson is gearing up to release a new Nightster S – and although the details are scarce, we have got our hands on an image of the bike. The big differences from the standard Nightster include the addition of a small pillion seat, new wheels, and a swanky new paint job.…
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The Thing…

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Mark Lancaster

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27th January 2023

THE THING’, AS THIS BIKE’S CALLED, WAS BORN OUT OF AN IDEA TO BUILD AN OLD SCHOOL ‘70S CHOPPER. Simon Boden reports… I had the urge to build one, but had to find a donor bike to start the project. After much searching, I came across an ’84 Ironhead Sportster on eBay – it was…
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Own a Suzuki? Win a free Suzuki insurance policy worth up to £250

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Mark Lancaster

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8th July 2022

Suzuki – through its Suzuki Insurance services – is giving away a free insurance policy to one lucky winner, up to the value of £250. The prize draw’s open to anyone that owns a Suzuki motorcycle of any age, and to enter they simply need to enter their details into the random prize draw; The…
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