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Motorbike News - April 2010

Suzuki fans invited to celebrations at Ace Cafe.

Suzuki riders are being invited to attend a special event in June to celebrate 25 years of the GSX-R sports bike range and 50 years of international racing.

Yamaha launches range of accessories for Super Tenere.

Motorcycle manufacturer Yamaha has announced a range of accessories for its new XT1200Z Super Tenere.

Riders urged to invest in bike insurance.

Motorcyclists are being warned they are potentially at greater risk of having to make a bike insurance claim during good weather in daylight hours.

TomTom develops advanced satnav for motorcyclists.

Bike insurance policyholders can now benefit from the same level of advanced navigation that their car driving counterparts receive with the launch of a new satnav from TomTom.

Difficult round for Nunn at Landrake.

The recent Red Bull Pro Nationals leg at Landrake in Cornwall saw MVR-D Suzuki rider Carl Nunn contend with a number of ups and downs.

Buildbase/JHP Racing's Darren Fry takes first in Ducati 848 Challenge.

The Ducati 848 Challenge has seen Buildbase/JHP Racing's Darren Fry emerge victorious in the first round at Silverstone.

Motorpoint Yamaha's Neil Hodgson retires from competitive racing.

Motorpoint Yamaha rider Neil Hodgson has announced his retirement from competitive motorcycle racing.

Bike test sparks concerns over licence penalties.

Concerns over the safety and lawfulness of motorcyclists having to travel long distances to take their test have been raised by experts in Essex.

Honda's Ron Haslam Race School moves to Silverstone.

Motorcycle manufacturer Honda has announced its Ron Haslam Race School is moving to Silverstone this year.

Firms in Staffs join forces to promote safer riding.

Local businesses in Staffordshire recently teamed up to promote the safe riding message to motorcyclists.

Suzuki rider Mitsuo Ito featured on commemorative coin.

The 1963 50cc TT winner and Suzuki rider Mitsuo Ito has been immortalised in copper and nickel for a new special edition 50p coin.

Honda franchise becomes sole UK Montesa dealer.

Honda motorcyclists in the UK are set to benefit from access to products from the world-renowned Montesa trials bike brand.

Success for HM Plant Honda's Brookes.

The HM Plant Honda British Super Bike (BSB) team has achieved a victory with rider Josh Brookes at the Thruxton track.

Yamaha reintroduces 0% finance deal.

Motorcycle manufacturer Yamaha has announced the return of its zero per cent finance deal on smaller models.

Security devices 'help dealers make money from aftersales and protect bikes'.

With the number of motorcycle registrations dropping in recent months, aftersales are becoming more and more important to dealers, it has been claimed.

Ducati releases the 796 Monster.

Motorcycle manufacturer Ducati has unveiled its latest new bike - an addition to the Monster family of machines.

Beaulieu Motorcycle Muster Ride-in-Day set for June.

Motorcycle riders are being urged to add a date to their diary - June 27th, when the Beaulieu Motorcycle Muster Ride-in-Day takes place.

BMW reveals March as record-breaking month for sales.

Motorcycle manufacturer BMW has revealed impressive sales figures for the first quarter of 2010.

Honda provides new finance offers.

Honda Motorcycles is offering cash-strapped bike insurance customers the opportunity to purchase its range of machines.

Yamaha reveals the BW125.

Bike insurance customers around the UK will soon have the option of purchasing Yamaha's BW125 when it arrives in dealerships around the country later this month.

Suzuki celebrates GSX-R anniversary in style.

Suzuki has kicked-off celebrations for the GSX-R's 25th anniversary in style.

Ducati dealers showcase new model range.

Bike insurance customers may be interested in the news that Ducati is launching its 2010 range, this coming weekend (April 17th and 18th).

Police use bikes to draw in bikers.

Police in Devon has got a new weapon in the fight to enhance the safety of motorcyclists in the area - more bikes.

Dust covers to protect Yamaha models indoors.

To help protect their motorcycles inside buildings, Yamaha has launched a special range of dust covers as part of its accessories line-up.

Checks vital as bike season sets in.

Motorcyclists preparing to head out on their machines for the first time since winter are being urged to give their models a thorough once-over before setting off.

Gear up for motorcycle safety show.

Motorcycle fans are being invited to enhance their skills at the 2010 National BikeSafe Motorcycle Show.

Make sure tyres are ready for first ride of the year.

Motorcyclists are being urged to make extra checks to ensure their wheels are safe during Bike Tyre Safety Month.

Mixed bag for HM Plant Honda at Brands Hatch.

Last weekend's racing activities at Brands Hatch saw the HM Plant Honda team achieve success with a win and a podium finish.

World Ducati Week set for June.

This summer is set to see four days of fun take place centred around motorcycle brand Ducati.

Riders can win puncture repair prizes.

Motorcyclists are being offered the chance to make their machines safer by taking part in a prize draw.

Bikers invited to join Ride for Life to Africa.

Kind-hearted bikers are preparing to climb atop their motorcycles and travel to Africa for a good cause.

MCI: Training not testing will improve rider safety.

Following the publication of new measures on rider testing by the government, the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) has called for training to be made a priority as opposed to arbitrary tests.

Motorpoint launches website to celebrate BSB team.

Car supermarket Motorpoint has announced a new dedicated website in celebration of its British Superbike (BSB) team.

Transport for London casts a light on scooter safety.

Transport for London (TfL) is urging London's scooter riders to hone their safety skills by signing up for the ScooterSafe initiative.

Suzuki track day draws nearer.

Suzuki fans will soon be able to take part in the first of three special track days being organised by the firm to celebrate the anniversary of its GSX-R model.

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