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The Highland Scramble
Combining some of the best roads and riding in Scotland with great food, amazing company, and the occasional biking celebrity thrown in, The Highland Scramble should be on your must do list for next year.
Vrsic Pass: The jewel in Slovenia’s crown
Last summer, Insidebikes own Rubber Hobo, Sam Girvan, set off on a European tour on his Ducati Multistrada 950S. Having been largely disappointed by the much vaulted Stelvio Pass, he finally found nirvana on Slovenia’s Vrsic Pass. This is his story… I’m...
How to get a motorcycle licence
If you want to ride a motorcycle in the UK, there’s a few hoops you need to jump through before you can legally ride a motorcycle of any size and power. The good news is that you can be on the road on two wheels as young as 16. But if you want to ride a...
How to pass your motorbike MOT
We all know the feeling of dread before your MOT. No matter if you’re an experienced biker, or are new to the game. There’s a few weeks left to go and you’re left wondering if anything needs looking at before you take it in. Whilst it is tricky to make...
Why your next motorcycle adventure needs to be in the Caucasus!
The what? The Caucasus is a stunning area lying between South-Eastern Europe and South-West Asia. Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan live within it and here’s why you’re going to want to visit them, writes Andy Davidson.
Top five… roads to ride in Wales
When you think of Wales, what do you think of? A brilliant rugby team, sheep, singing, castles and mountains? But, for many motorcyclists, it’s all about the amazing roads, as experienced road tester Adam Child explains…
Top five… roads to ride in Scotland
Scottish Touring As an MCN road tester, journalist Adam Child has been fortunate enough to ride some of the best roads on the world, on some of the best motorcycles out there. But, as he says, some of the best of the best can be found right on our door...
Where is the chassis number on a motorcycle?
The last 6 digits of your motorcycle’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), is known as the chassis number. You need to be able to locate the VIN to know what the chassis number is.
Top five… motorcycling routes in Scotland
You don’t have to travel far to find some of the best motorcycling roads in the world. With stunning scenery, interesting topography and plenty of interesting places to stop, Scotland truly does have some of the most majestic routes anywhere in the world...
European Road Trip Of The Month: Albania
Going on a road trip is an ideal way to clear your mind, and Europe offers plenty of idyllic locations for you to explore. A country that’s worth visiting is Albania because there are lots of wonderful places to see. It’s an underrated locale that’s...
UK Road Trip Of The Month: Snowdonia
A road trip is a liberating experience and can help to clear your mind. If you’re looking for beautiful scenery, then Snowdonia is an ideal location. With breathtaking mountains and rolling fields, Snowdonia is truly magnificent.
UK Road Trip Of The Month: Lake District
Every month we’re discovering a UK destination that’s worth exploring on your motorbike. If you want to get away from the big city, then the Lake District is an ideal location. The area is filled with gorgeous scenery, from vast bodies of water to...