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Sherco Australia has a special offer on new sales of their 2 and 4-stroke range. Purchase a new Sherco between 1st June and 30th September and you'll score a limited edition factory race tent valued at $599.

One of the most popular riders in the MotoGP paddock, Marco Simoncelli was posthumously inducted into the MotoGP Hall of Fame at a special ceremony ahead of last weekend's Mugello MotoGP round.

Honda has launched a more powerful version of its XR farm workhorse. Replacing the XR125L, the new XR150L takes its predecessor's best features and updates them to create a package that combines rugged durability with low operating costs.

A part of Honda's touring motorcycle lineup for more than a decade, the VFR 800F tourer has been given a revamp for 2014 - what Honda call 'Elegant Sport'.

Former 500cc Grand Prix star and commentator for Channel Ten's MotoGP coverage, Daryl Beattie, will make a special appearance at next month's FarmFest event in Toowoomba, Queensland.

After unveiling their Roland Sands-designed Concept Ninety at last year's Concorso d'Eleganza at Italy's Villa d'Este, BMW Motorrad used the same event and venue this year to unveil a new concept motorcycle - the "Concept Roadster".

Following Bridgestone's withdrawal from the role as Official Tyre Supplier to MotoGP, and Dorna putting the role out to other manufacturers, Michelin's tender has been accepted, with the French tyre brand to supply tyres to the championship from 2016.

More British and European classic bikes have been consigned for Shannons upcoming Late Autumn Classic Auction, the rollout of which began last year.

The 2015 version of Suzuki's RM-Z 450 motocross machine has been officially revealed, with the upcoming model boasting a number of new features, as well as interesting changes and updates.

John Sample Automotive, Australian importers of Aprilia motorcycles and scooters, have announced the arrival of a new colour to the Caponord 1200 range - Gloss Black - which is now available.

The route and host towns for the 2014 Australasian Safari have been announced, as part of a new competitive course through some of Western Australia's most breathtaking landscapes.

Suzuki Australia have announced the limited edition 'Matt Moss Race Replica' RM-Z450 dirt bike, unveiled at last year's Sydney Motorcycle Show, is now available from participating Suzuki dealers.

Harley fans are in for a treat at Shannons next Sydney auction - the Late Autumn Classic Auction - as a number of vintage Harleys are amongst the 20 motorcycle consignments.

Honda has taken the wraps of their 300cc 'baby CBR' challenger to Kawasaki's all-conquering Ninja 300, the CBR 300 R, with the new model scheduled for local release in July.

Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) has announced they've renewed their contract with 2013 World Champion, Marc Marquez, for a further two years.

Australia's Bryan Staring is looking forward to making his return to the eni FIM World Superbike Championship at Donington on May 25, and hopes a recent injury won't prevent him from putting in a good performance.

The best Supercross riders in the country will return to Phillip Island this October, as the off-track support for the 2014 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix takes shape.

Lightning Motorcycles, an American manufacturer of electric-power performance motorcycles, as well as ATVs, buses, hybrid cars and other 'green' transport solutions, are set to unveil a new motorcycle they're claiming is the most technologically advanced and highest-performing street-legal production bike in the world.

Harley-Davidson has announced Nigel Keough as the company's new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). Keough takes over on July 1st from Peter Nochar, who announced earlier this year he was leaving the position after serving as Harley's MD since June, 2008.

Australia's Bryan Staring is back on the international stage, scoring a WSBK ride with Team Grillini Racing after the Italian squad parted ways with experienced rider, Michel Fabrizio, following last weekend's Round 4 at Imola.

The latest issue of JUST BIKES - that hits the stands today - is a special one, as it's our 300th issue. In addition to reaching 300 issues, we're also celebrating our 25th Anniversary this year.

Honda's VT 1300CX Fury has been released in a stunning new Graphite Black colour for 2014.

BMW's S 1000 RR superbike and its naked S 1000 R are now the official bikes of the Australian arm of the California Superbike School, following a deal inked between BMW Motorrad and the specialist rider training provider.

Benelli have updated their BN 600 naked for 2014, with the refreshed model now available locally through Australian importers, Urban Moto Imports.