Motorcycle Sport & Leisure - June 2023

In this issue

Shark helmets
Protecting your noggin, with style and panache.

Richard Millington
Being the First Bike On Scene is more than just first aid.

Less sport, more Leisure
Charlie gets the T7 fettled some more..

THE RIGHT STUFF?

After a decade of absence from Honda’s range the Transalp is back for 2023. But how does it hold up in the increasingly competitive middleweight adventure bike market?

8 mins

A tale of two Ténérés

Unsurprisingly, we didn’t see too many bikes that day. As you may tell from the pictures, we were riding a little outside the ideal biking season, in late January to be precise. But even though temperatures were very low, and the ground not at its grippiest, our little day’s adventure both on- and off-road around the Wiltshire countryside brought many a smile, and plenty of overall contentment

9 mins

Ducati's Monster gets the SP treatment

A lot has happened in the 30 years since Ducati launched its first, now iconic Monster. In a time when we weren’t all super-glued to our cell phones and social media, struggling Italian manufacturer Ducati came up with the idea of producing a very simple air-cooled V-twin featuring a trellis frame and beautifully designed fuel tank – and not much else

6 mins

Husqvarna's Expedition is ready to take on the world

In the 10 years or so since the Pierer Mobility group snapped up Husqvarna from BMW, the famous, former Swedish marque has gone from strength to strength, and last year introduced the Norden 901 - Husky's first step into the ultra-competitive adventure market

10+ mins

Times they are a-changing

Many folk are still very much of the opinion that bikes built in China are cheap, and not especially well-built. Those people are wrong, and CFMOTO is on a mission to prove that!

6 mins

Entente Cordiale?

If you were hoping to give yourself or a loved one a very special present in the form of one of the 100 limited edition AMB 001 turbocharged V-twin motorcycles – sorry, but you’re too late!

10 mins

Shropshire Border Reivers

A motorcycle is the perfect tool for exploring lesser-known roads, and border areas between countries are often the place to find those rarer routes. Dave explores the Salop/Powys interface...

4 mins

Chamonix Annecy loop

There’s absolutely no need for an excuse to ride any of the roads in the Chamonix region, as they’re pretty much all wonderful. But if there so happens to be a reason for riding a particular route then why not take it? It’s a talking point if nothing else…

4 mins

European Legalities

Touring in Europe used to feel simple. GB sticker, a wallet full of Euros, a change of underwear and head to the port. A combination of Brexit, increasing emissions regulations and diverging legislation in EU countries means it is getting more complex. There were always a few national variations but these are growing and becoming more diverse

5 mins

Touring New Zealand

If you’ve ever needed an excuse for an international riding trip – and it’s probably fair to say that you don’t, actually – then a serious bike accident is as good as any…

5 mins

Suzuki Bandit 600, from road to track

Blimey, so the season has started! Somewhat unsurprisingly, bike and rider preparation continued right up until the very last minute...

5 mins

Yamaha's Ténéré 700: What lies within?

With far more road miles under his belt, Charlie looks at the Ténéré Family by numbers.

5 mins

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Motorcycle Sport & Leisure Magazine Description:

Motorcycle Sport & Leisure is a monthly magazine that covers all aspects of motorcycling, from road tests and reviews to news and features. It is published by Immediate Media and is available in print and digital formats.

The magazine features articles on a variety of topics, such as:

* Road tests: Reviews of the latest motorcycles, from superbikes to adventure bikes.
* News: The latest news from the world of motorcycling, from new bike launches to racing results.
* Features: In-depth articles on a variety of motorcycling-related topics, from riding techniques to motorcycle history.
* Travel: Articles on motorcycle touring and adventure riding.
* People: Interviews with leading figures in the world of motorcycling, from racers to designers.

Motorcycle Sport & Leisure is a great resource for anyone who is interested in motorcycles. It is packed with information and inspiration, and it is a must-read for any motorcyclist.