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  1. Winners of MCL25 Stand of the Year Awards announced.

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    BMW Motorrad UK and Helmet City have won the much-coveted Best Stand of the Year awards at MCL25.

    Show attendees were given the opportunity to vote in three categories: Best Manufacturer Stand, Best Customer Experience, and Best Non-Manufacturer Stand.

    BMW Motorrad: Champions for Five Years Running

    For the fifth successive year, BMW Motorrad  were crowned Best Manufacturer Stand and Best Customer Experience. Visitors were impressed with the huge variety of bikes that were on display and the way in which they were presented. BMW's vast array of bikes and interactive features, which this year included a rolling road, were a massive attraction for the crowds. That along with the incredibly popular ‘Make Life A Ride’ arena display, where BMW’s team of expert riders were able to show their skill and agility on the specially designed indoor course.

    "We are extremely grateful to MCL’s attendees voting BMW Motorrad the Best Manufacturer Stand and Best Customer Experience for 2025", commented Simon Roots, Brand Communications and Partnerships Manager.  

    "Our intention is to showcase the very best of BMW Motorrad and we design the stand to ensure that it delivers entertainment, interaction, information and relevance for everyone that spends time with us. We are proud that this commitment has been reflected in the feedback from show attendees. Our sincere thanks go to everyone involved in the planning and delivery of the event, whose contribution made these achievements possible."

     

    Helmet City: Scoop Best Non-Manufacturer Award

    Customer service is key, and that’s exactly what secured the Best Non-Manufacturer Stand award for Helmet City, for the fourth time. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable and approachable, according to visitor comments, combined with sales techniques that made customers feel at ease. 

    Jennifer Holmes, Managing Director of Helmet City was thrilled with the award and said “We're incredibly proud to receive the Best Non-Manufacturer Stand award for MCL25. Winning for the fourth time is a real testament to the hard work our team puts into creating a stand that connects with riders. A big thank you to our team, the suppliers who supported us and our customers for their continued support”

    Early Bird Advanced tickets are on sale now for MCL26 from www.motorcyclelive.co.uk. The show, takes place from 21-29 November at The NEC, Birmingham. Tickets start from as little as £25, it’s the perfect time to secure your spot at the biggest indoor motorcycle show in the UK. 

     

     

     

  2. Spring Demo Days Announced by Royal Enfield

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    Spring Demo Days Announced by Royal Enfield

    Royal Enfield is thrilled to announce three immediate dates for our popular Test Ride and Demo Days this March, with free bookable rides at Bike Shed London, Baffle Haus in Wales, and at Krazy Horse in Bury St Edmunds.

    Spaces for these demo days are limited and are filling up fast. Secure your bike of choice via the booking links to secure your test ride slot. Booking times are from 10am to 4:30pm with a 30-minute lunch break.

    Whether you're looking to tackle the countryside on a Himalayan 450, cruise the open road on a Super Meteor, or enjoy the streets on the Bear 650, we'll have a fleet ready for you to test.

    It's the perfect opportunity to experience the latest models and maybe even take advantage of our current finance offers before they wrap up at the end of the month.

     

    Upcoming Spring Test Ride & Demo Day Schedule with Booking Links:

    Bike Shed Moto Co.
    384 Old St, London, EC1V 9LT
    Saturday 14th March 2026 - Book your slot here.

    Krazy Horse: Empire House
    3 Lamdin Rd, Lark Valley Dr, Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds, IP32 6NU
    Friday 20th March 2026 - Book your slot here.
    Saturday 21st March 2026 - Book your slot here.

    Baffle Haus: The Cedars
    The Cedars, Goytre, Wales, NP4 0AD
    Saturday 28th March 2026 - Book your slot here.

    More dates will follow throughout the year.

    Last Chance for Current Finance Offers

    A quick reminder for all riders: our latest rewards campaign is still running, offering great incentives on new model purchases. This includes zero deposit and 0% APR Representative offers for PCP & HP deals on the Shotgun 650 and Super Meteor 650, the continuation of 0% APR Representative APP deals, and a lower rate 5.9% APR Representative PCP and HP deals for a selection of 450 and 650 models.

    If you've been waiting for the right moment to join the Royal Enfield family, testing a bike before the end of March could also mean catching these deals before they expire.

    We can't wait to see you on the road.

    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.

     

     

     

     

  3. Touratech comfort seat for the BMW F 900 GS

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    With advanced ergonomic features, the Touratech comfort seat takes riding pleasure on the BMW F 900 GS to a whole new level – both in off-road use and on long-distance rides.

    Tough terrain and long-distance travel – these two extremes define the exceptionally broad range of applications for the BMW F 900 GS. The ergonomic requirements for this agile adventure bike are accordingly complex, particularly for the seat as the central interface between rider and vehicle.
    With its new one-piece comfort seat, Touratech offers a well-thought-out alternative to the standard seat. The use of state-of-the-art materials, backed by decades of experience in seat construction, makes this highly functional product the first choice for touring motorcyclists as well as for adventure riders.

     

    Multi-layer foam core
    As with all Touratech comfort seats, a multi-layer core made of particularly high-quality foams is used. Depending on the seat height, individually matched foam formulations are used to achieve a precisely defined ratio of support and cushioning. The ergonomically shaped seat surface with integrated relief zone in the coccyx area noticeably reduces pressure points. A precisely designed seat angle supports a natural, upright sitting position and helps reduce fatigue on long journeys.


    Sophisticated geometry
    The seat's geometry is designed to achieve a short crotch length despite the thick padding. This ensures that even smaller riders can reach the ground. The one-piece construction also allows unrestricted freedom of movement when riding off-road, especially when shifting weight frequently while standing or sitting.

     

    Functional Fresh Touch seat cover
    The patented Fresh Touch material is used as the cover fabric. It is characterized by demonstrably lower surface heating when exposed to sunlight and remains up to ten degrees Celsius cooler than conventional seat covers. The new material structure is slip-resistant, waterproof, easy to care for, and designed for use in changing weather conditions.
    In terms of appearance, the comfort seat is based on the striking Trophy design of the BMW F 900 GS. The red, white, and blue colour scheme blends seamlessly into the vehicle design.


    Three seat heights for individual ergonomics
    The Touratech comfort seat is available in three heights: low (approx. 54 cm), standard (approx. 56 cm ≙ series) and high (approx. 58 cm); each measured vertically from the footrest to the lowest point of the seat. It is delivered completely ready for installation and can be mounted without any adjustments to the vehicle. It is handmade in Germany. Additional colour options are in development.

     

    Further information in the Touratech webshop

     
     

  4. Touratech luggage rack instead pillion seat for the BMW R 1300 GS

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    With the new luggage rack replacing the passenger seat, Touratech is expanding its range of accessories for the BMW R 1300 GS with a solution for solo riders that is both functional and stylish.

    Centralising the masses – that's the key when it comes to agile yet stable handling on a motorcycle. Admittedly, a fully loaded adventure bike is not exactly the ideal example of this rule. But even motorcycle travellers can do a lot to achieve a favourable centre of gravity. Especially when travelling solo. For example, by using the Touratech luggage rack instead of a pillion seat for the BMW R 1300 GS.

    Centrally located storage for heavy luggage
    Developed on the basis of extensive practical testing, this component replaces the original pillion seat and creates an optimally positioned, central mount for luggage. Thanks to its precise design, the seat area is covered without any gaps. This gives the rear of the R 1300 GS a tidy appearance and a sporty, striking adventure look. At the same time, the luggage area's proximity to the rider contributes to a favourable centre of gravity, thereby supporting stable, neutral handling – especially when heavily loaded on long journeys or off-road.

    Secure installation by using the standard seat lock


    The structure consists of a robust plastic base plate and a four-millimetre-thick aluminium luggage plate mounted on top of it with an elegant black anodised surface. Numerous lashing points allow flexible and secure attachment of bags, rack packs or soft luggage of various sizes. Installation is just as easy as with the original BMW pillion seat and uses the standard seat lock, making the luggage plate lockable and thus reliably secured against theft.
    The Touratech luggage rack is specifically designed for riders who mainly use their BMW R 1300 GS solo and value a highly durable, sophisticated and seamlessly integrated transport concept.

    Technical specifications:

    The base plate is made of fibre-reinforced, black-coated plastic with an embossed Touratech logo, while the luggage plate is made of 4 mm thick, black anodised aluminium. The overall dimensions are 35.5 × 31 cm, with a loading area measuring 29 × 31 cm. It weighs around 1.2 kilograms. Item no.: 035-5460

     

  5. THAILAND TO FORGET

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    ALEX MÁRQUEZ
    “Starting from the third row didn’t help us, but it was still a race of management until the crash. The others have definitely improved, but we need to keep working and stay calm. My race was about staying behind Mir at a distance so as not to overheat the front tire, with no real chance to overtake. The crash came when I tried to push a bit more; I didn’t have any feeling with the front end and I lost it with a small mistake.”

    MICHELE PIRRO
    “I’m a bit disappointed, I thought I could do better by putting together all the pieces of the puzzle from these past few days. Instead, from the start of the race I immediately felt uncomfortable with the tires, a feeling I hadn’t had all weekend. I tried to manage the tire, but it was quite strange. I’m sorry because I wanted a bit more consistency. I gave it my all, and I want to thank Nadia and the whole group for the trust they’ve shown me over these days.”