Category: Motorcycles

1. Royal Enfield proud to announce partnership with the British Army

   Posted on 12:00pm Monday 6th Oct 2025

   Royal Enfield proud to announce partnership with the British Army   Royal Enfield is to collaborate with the British Army Motorised Adventure (AMA) group. Four Himalayan 450 motorcycles are to be provided to the AMA for training, including at publicly attended AMA exercises such as EX Mudmaster and EX Roadmaster, positioning the Himalayan 450 as a premier off-road motorcycle. This initiative supports the training and development of soldiers, helping them to fulfil their crucial role in serving the United Kingdom. Milton Keynes, UK, Royal Enfield - Building on the heritage between Royal Enfield and the military, Royal Enfield is delighted to announce a new partnership with the British Army, supporting the Army Motorised Adventure group (AMA) with the supply of four new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450s to aid training and personnel development. Not only that, but Royal Enfield will become an integral part of the British Army’s upcoming events calendar, initially supporting the AMA at the recent 2025 Army Motorsport Day at Thruxton Circuit, as well as subsequent events for Exercise Mudmaster and Exercise Roadmaster. British Army personnel will also be present at future Royal Enfield events, most notably MCL 2025 (Motorcycle Live at the NEC, 15-23 November) and other key events for 2026. Royal Enfield’s George Cheeseman, commented, “We are thrilled to provide support to the British Army’s Motorised Adventure initiative. With such a deep rooted history we felt compelled to support the programme which we believe is hugely important. With the Himalayan, we can provide a machine that is truly capable and versatile in the toughest of conditions, while we will also supply personnel with genuine Royal Enfield apparel and accessories too. We look forward to supporting military personnel even further as our partnership develops.”   AMA Events with support from Royal Enfield Kicking off this new partnership, the British Army Motorsport Association held an Army Motorsport Day at Thruxton Circuit on Wednesday, the 10th September. All 9 Army Motorsport disciplines (including 5 motorcycle disciplines) were in attendance, with service personnel and veterans from across the Armed Forces invited. Following this initial event at Thruxton, the four Himalayan 450s will be used in further trials, specifically the Mudmaster and Roadmaster off-road navigation exercises, with quarterly UK-based training weekends planned in. These trials provide the perfect platform for serving military personnel to build on and master their skills - from technical riding, tactical planning and off-bike skills, to physical and psychological preparation. In addition to these UK based navigation competitions, the AMA regularly participates in arduous overland expeditions. In April, a 4x4 AMA crew was the first British team to win the Santana trophy in Morocco. In September, AMA delivered a Tri-Service expedition to Morocco, encompassing 26 personnel on motorcycles and in 4x4s and repeated this model in Namibia in November. Lieutenant Colonel Nick Foulerton commented, “We are delighted to partner with Royal Enfield. As part of the Army Motorised Adventure programme, this unique association with a fleet of Himalayan 450s offers serving personnel the opportunity to not only get on to two-wheels, but to learn off-road skills and ultimately go on to participate in some of the great expeditions we embark on both on home soil and abroad. The British Army has an association with Royal Enfield that dates back to World War 1, so we’re delighted to reignite this partnership and look forward to this developing over the coming years." Himalayan 450 Built for all roads, built for no roads, the choice of the Himalayan 450 was natural for the British Army, as it is for many owners around the world - as it’s the ultimate versatile off road motorcycle, selected by the best for their own training expeditions. The latest iteration of the Himalayan lineage is a motorcycle with strong adventure capabilities, yet remains true to our philosophy of pure motorcycling. The all-new Himalayan 450 retains the capability, versatility and the ability to go anywhere your adventure takes you. Where the Flying Flea has established a rich history with the British Army, this new partnership allows the Himalayan 450 to take the reins as a durable, reliable all-terrain motorcycle whilst building on Royal Enfield’s uncomplicated and accessible nature, with the Himalayan 450s in particular providing the perfect platform for adventure and exploration for the military personnel of Britain. Royal Enfield’s military legacy The British Army’s use of Royal Enfields can be traced back to 1914, by far the most prominent early development was the creation of the machine gun sidecar. Using the Maxim gun from their Made Like A Gun publicity display, the company produced a prototype in May 1914 and sent it to the Ministry of Munitions for testing. Between 1939 and 1945, support for the British Army continued, with Royal Enfield producing large quantities of military motorcycles, bicycles, generators and ant-aircraft gun predictors during the Second World War. The most iconic model is the world’s first ‘airborne’ motorcycle, the 60kg 125cc motorcycle known as the Flying Flea, loaded into specially fabricated parachute cradles and dropped in with paratroopers behind enemy lines, supporting the Allied Forces on D-Day and other military campaigns. Building on the successes of the Long Range Desert Group during the North African campaign of World War II, the British military has promoted vehicle mounted expeditions over the last 70 years as an activity closely aligned to operational requirements. In 2018, in collaboration with the British Ministry of Defence, the Classic 500 Pegasus Edition was launched at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford. Paying homage to Flying Fleas used by the Parachute Regiment during WWII, the 750 limited edition machines were available in Olive Drab or Service Brown and badged with the Airborne Regiment’s Pegasus insignia and a unique stencilled serial number on their tanks. Each machine is a piece of history, a tribute to the resilience of the company, a salute to its long-standing partnership with the armed forces. Thanks to their incredible utility and reliability, Royal Enfield bikes are used to this day around the world by law enforcement, armed forces, and adventure extraordinaires alike. For all media enquiries, including press fleet requests, please get in touch with the Motocom team at [email protected] or call +44 (0) 1525 270100.   About AMA The AMA are predominantly an Army-owned group, but they count a community of in excess of 450 tri-service members. They aim to support service members in conducting their own on-duty expeditions, by providing the guidance, paperwork, funding and administration support. They also provide training and competitive opportunities to develop our team members’ riding, medical, mechanical, patrolling and other military skills. In the last three years, they have assisted in the organisation of five on-duty expeditions: - Exercise Cornish Raider (UK) - Exercise Welsh Raider (UK) - Exercise Norther Raider (UK) - Exercise Atlas Enduro - Morocco - Exercise Eagles’ Endurance – Namibia   About Royal Enfield The oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production, Royal Enfield has created beautifully crafted motorcycles since 1901. From its British roots, a manufacturing plant was established in Madras in 1955, a foothold from which Royal Enfield spearheaded the growth of India’s mid-sized two-wheeler segment. Royal Enfields are engaging, uncomplicated, accessible and fun to ride; a vehicle for exploration and self-expression. It’s an approach the brand calls Pure Motorcycling. Royal Enfield’s premium line-up includes Bear 650, Classic 650, Guerrilla 450 modern roadster, Hunter 350, Meteor 350, Super Meteor 650, Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 twins, the Shotgun 650, the new Himalayan adventure tourer, the Scram 440 ADV Crossover, the iconic Bullet 350, Classic 350 and Goan Classic 350. The company recently unveiled its new city+ motorcycle brand – the Flying Flea – a fresh take on urban mobility, blending authentic design with advanced technology. Riders and a passionate community are fostered with a rich profusion of events at a local, regional and international level. Most notable are Motoverse (previously Rider Mania), an annual gathering of thousands of Royal Enfield enthusiasts in Goa, and Himalayan Odyssey; a yearly pilgrimage over some of the toughest terrain and highest mountain passes. A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield operates through more than 2000 stores across all major cities and towns in India and through nearly 850 stores in more than 60 countries around the globe. Royal Enfield also has two world-class technical centres, in Bruntingthorpe, UK, and in Chennai, India. The company’s two state-of-the-art production facilities are located at Oragadam and Vallam Vadagal, near Chennai. Across the world, Royal Enfield has six modern CKD assembly facilities in Bangladesh, Nepal, Brazil, Thailand, Argentina and Colombia.

2. Suzuki confirms pricing realignment

   Posted on 12:00pm Friday 3rd Oct 2025

   Suzuki GB has confirmed a realignment of the on-the-road (OTR) prices for a number of models in its range, with the prices of some models reduced by £1,000.  The off-road-focused V-Strom 800DE – with its 21” front wheel, switchable ABS, off-road traction control settings, quickshifter, and power modes – now comes with an OTR price of £9,999, representing a reduction of £1,000. Its more on-road-focused stablemate, the V-Strom 800RE, has been reduced by £200, to £9,499.  Also reduced by £1,000 is the GSX-S1000, to £10,999, which packs Suzuki’s torque-laded 1000cc inline four-cylinder engine into a twin-spar aluminium frame, mated to a swingarm from the previous generation GSX-R1000. There are riding models, a bi-directional quickhifter, traction control modes, and a colour TFT screen. The Katana has come down by £200, to £12,499.   From October 1, Suzuki’s GSX-S1000GT+ and GSX-S1000GX+ – which come with 36-litre panniers as standard – will see a reduction of £1,000 and £900 respectively, taking their OTR prices to £12,999 and £14,999. The GT+ and GX+ will also replace the standard models Suzuki’s range in the UK.  Suzuki GB’s head of motorcycles, Jonathan Martin, commented, “This pricing realignment is designed to make our commitment to affordability and value-packed products clearer and more accessible. By shifting our focus away from short-term promotional sales campaigns the costs to the consumer are clearer and more transparent, making it easier for buyers to experience Suzuki products.”

3. RIDE MORE. RIDE SAFE. RIDE TOGETHER: ROYAL ENFIELD'S ONE RIDE 2025 UNITES RIDERS FROM CHENNAI TO CALIFORNIA FOR A COMMON CAUSE

   Posted on 12:00pm Wednesday 24th Sep 2025

   Now in its 14th edition, this iconic annual ride brings together a vibrant and diverse community of Royal Enfield owners and riders from around the world to celebrate their camaraderie and shared passion for Pure Motorcycling. One Ride celebrates the simple, accessible joy of motorcycling that connects riders across cultures, ages, and backgrounds through shared passion for authentic riding experiences and individual self-expression. Hosted annually, and held this past Sunday across the globe, motorcyclists converged on their nearest Royal Enfield dealership for a ride to celebrate community and camaraderie, and express their passion for Pure Motorcycling by attending the annual One Ride Event. For UK riders, the marquee event was held by Sycamore Motorcycles in Peterborough, with 60 bikers joining the global Royal Enfield One Ride event on Sunday the 21st of September. This was alongside over 25 other UK dealerships, including CooperB Motorcycles in Wellingborough, Moonraker Motorcycles in Norwich, Hatfields of Crowthorne, and Smalley Cross in Derby among those organising a "One Ride 2025" ride out for their community. 2025 marked the 14th edition of Royal Enfield’s One Ride, offering the global Royal Enfield community an opportunity to get together and be on the saddle on One Day, with more than 40,000 riders across 1,500 rides in 60+ countries riding in unison, making the ride one of the largest annual celebrations of motorcycling seen anywhere in the world. Serving as a remarkable testimony to Royal Enfield’s philosophy of ‘Pure Motorcycling’, the ride began with the first sunrise in the East continuing until the last sunset in the West, creating a true 24-hour global celebration spanning all time zones. Every year, One Ride brings together a diverse and passionate community of riders and enthusiasts – from first-time riders to seasoned adventurers — who come together to celebrate individuality, self-expression, and the shared joy of the open road. The ride showcases the strength of the world's most passionate organic motorcycling community — one that spans continents yet feels intimate, where strangers become lifelong riding companions through their shared love of Pure Motorcycling. While united in spirit, this year the helmets were more than just gear as riders celebrated their individuality through personalized helmets, custom motorcycle modifications, and unique riding gear, transforming essential safety equipment into powerful canvases of personal stories and creativity. Beyond celebration, One Ride championed responsible motorcycling through curated safe routes, community mentorship, and initiatives like Helmets for India, ensuring every rider returns home safely to ride another day. One Ride has grown exponentially since its debut in 2011, when 14 countries participated in the inaugural riders celebration. The 2024 edition achieved record participation with 41,730 riders across 66 countries, while 2025 maintained a similar scale with 40,000+ riders across 60+ countries confirmed. Full UK image gallery found here. #OneRide2025 | #OneRide | #PureMotorcycling | #RoyalEnfield | #RidePure For all media enquiries, including press fleet requests, please get in touch with the Motocom team at [email protected] or call +44 (0) 1525 270100.

   
   About Royal Enfield

   The oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production, Royal Enfield has created beautifully crafted motorcycles since 1901. From its British roots, a manufacturing plant was established in Madras in 1955, a foothold from which Royal Enfield spearheaded the growth of India’s mid-sized two-wheeler segment. Royal Enfields are engaging, uncomplicated, accessible and fun to ride; a vehicle for exploration and self-expression. It’s an approach the brand calls Pure Motorcycling.

   Royal Enfield’s premium line-up includes Bear 650, Classic 650, Guerrilla 450 modern roadster, Hunter 350, Meteor 350, Super Meteor 650, Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 twins, the Shotgun 650, the new Himalayan adventure tourer, the Scram 440 ADV Crossover, the iconic Bullet 350, Classic 350 and Goan Classic 350. The company recently unveiled its new city+ motorcycle brand – the Flying Flea – a fresh take on urban mobility, blending authentic design with advanced technology.

   Riders and a passionate community are fostered with a rich profusion of events at a local, regional and international level. Most notable are Motoverse (previously Rider Mania), an annual gathering of thousands of Royal Enfield enthusiasts in Goa, and Himalayan Odyssey; a yearly pilgrimage over some of the toughest terrain and highest mountain passes.

   A division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield operates through more than 2000 stores across all major cities and towns in India and through nearly 850 stores in more than 60 countries around the globe. Royal Enfield also has two world-class technical centres, in Bruntingthorpe, UK, and in Chennai, India. The company’s two state-of-the-art production facilities are located at Oragadam and Vallam Vadagal, near Chennai. Across the world, Royal Enfield has six modern CKD assembly facilities in Bangladesh, Nepal, Brazil, Thailand, Argentina and Colombia.

4. First chance to test new Suzuki 8T and 8TT at Copdock Motorcycle show

   Posted on 12:00pm Tuesday 2nd Sep 2025

   Suzuki’s newly-launched GSX-8T and GSX-8TT machines will be available to test ride in the UK for the first time this weekend, at the Copdock Motorcycle Show, which takes place at the Trinity Park Showground in Ipswich on Sunday 7 September.  The two new middleweight machines blend retro spirit with next generation performance, using Suzuki’s highly-regarded and award-winning 800cc platform.  The 8T takes design inspiration from Suzuki’s T500 from the late 1970s, while its 8TT stablemate pays homage to bikes such as the GS1000S and superbikes of the time.  Both bikes will be available to test ride from the Suzuki stand throughout the duration of the show.  Also available to test ride will be the GSX-8R and GSX-8S, which use the same engine and chassis platform as the 8T and 8TT, plus the V-Strom 800DE and V-Strom 800RE, which pack the punchy twin-cylinder engine into a chassis designed for adventure.  The bigger V-Strom 1050, the iconic Hayabusa, plus the GSX-S1000GX and the GSX-S1000GT are also on Suzuki’s test ride fleet for the event.  On the stand will be a number of display bikes, plus staff from Suzuki GB and popular local dealership, Orwell Motorcycles, who will be on hand to provide information on Suzuki’s current range and sales offers, which includes dealer contributions of up to £1,300 and 0% finance on select models.  The Copdock Motorcycle Show takes place on Sunday 7 September at Trinity Park Showground, Ipswich, IP3 8UH, with gates opening at 09:00. For tickets and more event information visit: www.eacbikeshow.co.uk  Riders wishing to take a test ride must provide their own riding kit, driving licence, and either their DVLA licence check code or National Insurance number.

5. Indian Motorcycle appoints Revolutions as Scotland’s newest Indian Motorcycle dealership in Perth

   Posted on 12:00pm Thursday 28th Aug 2025

   Indian Motorcycle has appointed Revolutions to operate Indian Motorcycle Perth, a full-service dealership in the heart of Scotland, as it continues to strengthen and expand its presence north of the border. Revolutions is a family-run business with a long history of specialising in heritage brands. Its 8,000 sq. ft. facility, located just off Perth’s renowned “Motor Mile,” is only a five-minute drive from Perth train station and just 90 minutes or 90 miles from 90% of Scotland’s population. Revolutions will be offering the full Indian Motorcycle experience to riders across Scotland. From iconic cruisers and baggers to cutting-edge touring machines, the new dealership will provide new and used sales, test rides, servicing, maintenance, apparel, and accessories. Visitors will be able to explore the complete Indian Motorcycle range in the spacious showroom, with expert advice and support from a passionate and knowledgeable team. To celebrate, Revolutions is hosting a special launch event on Sunday, August 31, where visitors can meet the team, explore the showroom, and connect with fellow Indian Motorcycle owners and enthusiasts while enjoying complimentary teas, coffees, and bacon butties. “We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Revolutions as Scotland’s newest Indian Motorcycle dealership,” said James Tonks, District Sales Manager for Indian Motorcycle. “Riders can look forward to discovering the full Indian Motorcycle range in welcoming showroom with expert advice from an enthusiastic team. With their central location and years of specialist knwoledge, we are sure that Indian Motorcycle Perth will become a destination dealer for Scottish riders and the start of something truly special for Scotland’s riding community.” “We’re thrilled to welcome the legendary Indian Motorcycle to Perth,” said Elliot Paterson, Director at Revolutions. “With the distinctive style and rich history of Indian Motorcycle, the brand was a perfect fit for what we do here at Revolutions, and our goal is to create not just a dealership but a community hub for riders who are as passionate about the motorcycles as we are.” INDIAN MOTORCYCLE PERTH Launch event Sunday 31st August| 11am – 2 pm Indian Motorcycle Perth Revolutions 1 Bute House Perth PH1 3DZ www.indianmotorcycle-perth.co.uk