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  1. The All-New 2025 Indian Scout models heading to ABR Festival

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    Test ride the new Scout Bobber and Scout Classic
    See the flagship 101 Scout in the metal

    Indian Motorcycle has announced that the highly anticipated 2025 Indian Scout models will make their UK debut at the Adventure Bike Rider (ABR) Festival from 27-30 June 2024.

    Motorcycle enthusiasts will have the exclusive opportunity to be among the first to test-ride the all-new Scout Bobber and Scout Classic with the stunning 101 Scout showcased on display to allow attendees to admire its design and features up close.

    To experience the Scout Bobber and Scout Classic firsthand, ABR Festival visitors can head to the Indian Motorcycle stand to book their test rides and experience the thrill of the new Bobber and Classic models firsthand.

    The 2025 Scout Bobber and Scout Classic will be available for test rides during the following times:

    Thursday, 27th June: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (VIP ticket holders only)
    Friday, 28th June: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Saturday, 29th June: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Sunday, 30th June: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

    Visitors should not miss this unique opportunity to ride and experience the latest in Indian Motorcycle innovation and be part of the excitement surrounding the launch of the 2025 Indian Scout models.

    Final tickets are still available for the ABR Festival at www.abrfestival.com.

    For more information on Indian Motorcycle visit IndianMotorcycle.co.uk and follow along on Facebook and Instagram.

  2. BMW R 12 Custom 'Street Ride' Reveal

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    BMW MOTORRAD UK REVEALS FIRST-EVER BMW R 12 CUSTOM AT THE BIKE SHED MOTO SHOW IN LONDON

     

    • BMW Motorrad commissions first-ever BMW R 12 custom build: ‘Street Ride’ by Pier City Cycles
    • The BMW R 12 ‘Street Ride’ was showcased in front of thousands of bike enthusiasts at the Bike Shed Moto Show in London’s Tobacco Dock
    • BMW Motorrad Product Manager, Carina Hoefler shares her positive thoughts about R 12 custom 

    BMW Motorrad UK unveiled the first-ever custom BMW R 12 'Street Ride', which was expertly crafted by Brighton-based customisers Pier City Cycles at the prestigious Bike Shed Show in London from 24th to 26th May.

    The BMW R 12 'Street Ride' showcases a blend of classic and modern design elements. It features a striking glittery orange tank by Valkyrie Paintworks, creating a 1970s feel. The customisations also include a bespoke headlight cowl, front mudguard, rear shock, and exhaust system, effectively highlighting the custom capabilities of the BMW R 12. 

    The Bike Shed Moto Show, renowned for celebrating creativity and craftsmanship in motorcycle culture, provided the perfect stage for the reveal of the BMW R 12 'Street Ride'. Thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts and industry experts, including BMW Motorrad Product Manager Carina Hoefler, attended the event. Carina expressed her excitement about the build, stating:

    "The customisation possibilities of the R 12 are endless, and I think the Pier City Cycles R 12 custom, 'Street Ride' , is absolutely showing its potential! It emphasises the retro look of the bike with its shiny metallic paint job, giving off a nice 70s vibe. They added their own bespoke touches, including the removal of the airbox, which I like very much. I think it's beautiful and it fits the bike perfectly - they did a brilliant job." 

    Carina also participated in the Bike Shed Moto Show's ‘Shed Talk’ live on stage, where she shared BMW Motorrad's developmental ideas behind the new R 12 nineT and R 12 and its approach to innovation and customisation.

    Click on the link below to find out more about the R 12 or contact your local BMW Motorrad retailer for a test ride: 

    www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/en/models/heritage/r12.html

     

  3. Suzuki reveals two new colour options for GSX-R125

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    Two new colour options are now available for Suzuki’s GSX-R125, including a retro-inspired blue and white livery that pays homage to the GSX-R lineage and history.

    A blue tank and nose sit above white side panels and belly pan, which are adorned with the familiar blue stripes running from the front up onto the seat unit. Lightweight blue wheels complete the look.

    It is joined by a more subtle all-black version, which is is accented by red decals and red wheels.

    The learner-friendly race replica boasts an incredible power-to-weight ratio in the class with a free-revving, DOHC single cylinder engine, plus keyless ignition and low-rpm assist.

    Find out more about the GSX-R125, here.

  4. V-Strom 800RE Tour joins Suzuki lineup

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    Suzuki has added a V-Strom 800RE Tour to its lineup, which comes with 112 litres of aluminium luggage and a saving of £706.94.

    Buyers can choose from either silver or black three-piece luggage, comprising a top box and panniers, and with an OTR price of £11,199, customers will save £706.94 over equipping the standard V-Strom 800RE with the individual accessories.

    Available in blue, matt steel green, or black, the V-Strom 800RE Tour expands Suzuki’s V-Strom 800 range to four models, all of which use the firm’s new 776cc parallel twin engine with its 270-degree crankshaft design, delivering an abundance of smooth low-down drive and midrange thrust.

    The 800RE models come with 19” and 17” cast aluminium wheels and Nissin radial calipers. Aluminium, rubber-covered foot pegs are set 14mm further rearward and 7mm higher than the V-Strom 800DE, and aluminium tapered handlebars are 13mm lower and 23mm further forwards. They’re also 15mm narrower. Like the DE, suspension comes courtesy of Showa, but with a focus on superior on-road performance there is 150mm of travel front and rear.

    A bi-directional quickshifter comes as standard, and there are three selectable power modes and three choices of traction control settings, which can also be switched off. All the information is displayed via a colour TFT dash, nestled behind a large, wind-cheating screen.

    For more information on the V-Strom 800RE Tour, click here.

     

  5. 60 years of KYMCO celebrated with unmissable offers

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    • KYMCO began manufacturing motorcycles in 1964
    • Anniversary marked by appealing offers
    • Savings amount to hundreds of pounds

    KYMCO UK’s positive outlook for 2024 coincides with the Taiwanese manufacturer’s 60th anniversary year, with attractive offers on key models in time for the recently launched ‘24’ registration plate – and the new biking season bringing better spring weather that invites tens of thousands of motorcyclists back on the roads.

    The key models on offer that are part of KYMCO’s 60th birthday celebrations, include the Agility City+ 125 scooter and VSR 125 motorcycle, which have both had their limited time offers extended until further notice.

    The Agility City+ 125 is a comfortable, safe and agile scooter, with an RRP of £2,559. It’s now offered with free on-the-road (OTR) fees within list price, as well as a free SHAD 29-litre Top Box – saving customers an average of £230.

    The VSR 125 is a stylish and well-equipped naked bike for the learner or entry level motorcycle rider, with an RRP of £2,559. It’s now equipped with a sporty soundtrack, thanks to its free Delkevic performance exhaust with carbon silencer – worth around £200.

    The Agility City+ 125 and the VSR 125, along with every other new petrol-powered KYMCO motorcycle or ATV are also equipped with two forms of Datatool security free of charge. Datatool’s Stealth Tracker (subscription required) and DNA Security Marking System are both included – saving customers around £400. This is part of the both companies’ commitments to tackling the increasing problem of motorcycle and ATV theft in the UK.

    Neil Keeble, National Sales and Marketing Manager at KYMCO UK, said: “We are optimistic about the future growth of KYMCO as a motorcycle manufacturer in the UK, as several competitive models with attractive offers serve as a tempting low-cost alternative to rivals.

    “While some may be new to the KYMCO brand, we are actually 60 years old in 2024 – and our long-established existence and experience remains the core reason why we’re a trusted brand of reliable and well-built products among our customers around the world.”

    Established in Taiwan in 1964, Kwang Yang Motor Company was originally an overseas producer of Honda motorcycles for thirty years. In 1992 KYMCO began producing its own models under its own brand, by 2003 had acquired back Honda’s business interest and today markets its brand globally.

    KYMCO UK remains committed to its belief that two and three-wheeled transportation is the fundamental element in delivering a UK-wide transport solution.

     

    www.kymco.co.uk

     

     

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