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Robert Jones

News editor

After graduating with a sports journalism degree, Robert joined Crash.net to lead the WorldSBK coverage in 2021, while also providing MotoGP coverage. Fulfilling that role for over three years, Robert was able to put his knowledge about all things racing to the test.

In August 2024, Robert then transitioned to Visordown to continue covering motorsport alongside news from the wider two-wheeled world.

A keen rider himself, Robert always had a passion for riding bikes and after beginning his journey into the two-wheeler world in 2019, things only grew from there. Starting out with a Kawasaki 125cc bike, inspired by the colours of the KRT WorldSBK team, Robert spent nearly two years riding and improving his ability, before moving on to a Ducati Monster 937. More recently he’s been a Yamaha XSR700.

Robert has been a rider of all four seasons since passing his test, year-in-and-year-out, providing him with the experience needed to give viewers and readers the very best information whether that’s on kit or a new bike to hit the market.

In his spare time, Robert is a keen cross fitter and takes part in competitions throughout the year, while also enjoying a game of tennis, when the British weather plays ball…

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New Bikes
21/07/25
Kove’s founder is reportedly developing a new 148bhp inline-triple sportbike
Chinese manufacturer ZXJC is reportedly developing a second motorcycle, which would be the most powerful in its range, with a claimed 148bhp.
Credit: From Above - Drone Photography/Facebook
General
21/07/25
Thousands of bikers complete charity ride-out on closed-off motorway
Thousands of motorcyclists have raised money for charity as part of a ride-out to the Bike4Life Festival, with some motorway roads closed off as part of the planned ride.
Royal Enfield ride out
General
21/07/25
Royal Enfield confirms Himalayan 450 Club Rally in Wales
Royal Enfield has added more summer events to its calendar, including a Club Rally that’s set to take place across Wales.
Credit; HJC
Product News
20/07/25
HJC teams up with Disney to introduce all-new Stitch-inspired helmet
HJC has unveiled a striking new Stitch helmet design as part of its collaboration with Disney.
Credit; Insta360
General
19/07/25
Insta360 upgrades flagship X5 camera, with motorcyclists set to benefit
Motorcycle riders can now benefit from the latest edition Insta360 X5, which features an immersive shake stabilisation upgrade, and more.
Creditl; HJC
Product News
19/07/25
Watch out Ruroc, HJC has a new ‘funky’ helmet design
Ruroc might have a rival when it comes to the most striking, yet ‘funky’ helmet designs, after HJC unveiled its new Minions lid.
Norton teaser
New Bikes
18/07/25
Norton teases one of the new models that will appear at EICMA
Norton has teased its next new motorcycle, which will be unveiled at the EICMA trade show in Milan, this November.
Credit; MotoRelic/Jonathan Thorpe
General
18/07/25
This two-stroke Yamaha RD 350 was rebuilt from the ground up
This 52-year-old Yamaha RD 350 has undergone a complete overhaul to become a two-stroke street tracker.
Ruroc Eox Raw Carbon helmet
Product News
18/07/25
Ruroc is offering its Shockwave Bluetooth system for free, on one condition
Ruroc is giving customers a free Shockwave Bluetooth system with all purchases of a full-price motorcycle helmet.
Jorge Martin
MotoGP
18/07/25
Jorge Martin announces plans to stay with Aprilia
Jorge Martin has confirmed he will remain in Aprilia colours for the 2026 MotoGP season.
Credit; Buyee Japan
General
17/07/25
This Kawasaki KH 606 with seven cylinders is up for auction
This specially built Kawasaki KH 606 has a seven-cylinder engine made out of multiple KB 250 power units.
Triumph Originals custom bike from Brazil
General
17/07/25
Triumph reveals all eight builds in contention to win its Originals custom competition
Eight bikes hoping to be crowned winner of the Triumph Originals custom bike competition have officially been revealed.
Credit; HJC
Product News
17/07/25
HJC unveils new RPHA 12 Red Bull Austin GP II helmet
As part of a new line-up of designs, HJC has given its RPHA 12 model an all-new Red Bull Austin GP-inspired look.
Credit; Stark Future
General
17/07/25
Electric motorcycle company Stark Future reveals stunning Q2 earnings
Stark Future has recorded Q2 financial earnings of €47m (£40.6m), making it one of the fastest growing electric bike manufacturers.
Credit; Yamaha
General
16/07/25
Wayne Rainey rides Laguna Seca on a special Yamaha XSR900 GP
Wayne Rainey has ridden at Laguna Seca for the first time in 34 years, in what was just his third known appearance since being paralysed from the waist down.
Credit; Fantic
New Bikes
16/07/25
Fantic unveils new limited ‘NILS Edition’ XXF250 and 450 motocross bikes
Fantic has partnered with lubricant company, NILS, to produce two limited edition XXF250 and XXF450 motocross motorcycles.
Credit; Collecting Cars
General
16/07/25
Limited edition MV Agusta Superveloce 98 is currently available to bid on
A limited edition MV Agusta Superveloce 98, with just seven miles on the clock, features a 798cc engine that produces a mighty 145bhp.
LiveWire electric bike on the road
General
16/07/25
MCIA 'welcomes' the government’s £650m electric car grant, but with trepidation
The MCIA has welcomed the government’s new £650m electric car grant, but has warned that motorcycles have been ‘left behind’.
Bike showroom
General
16/07/25
The closure of a Plymouth multi-franchise motorbike dealership could lead to huge unpaid debts
The collapse of a multi-franchise dealer in Plymouth could leave behind unpaid debts of around £2m.
Indian Motorcycle custom Chieftain
New Bikes
16/07/25
Indian Motorcycle has taken the covers off its latest 'Forged' series build
Indian Motorcycle has unveiled its second custom build as part of the 2025 Forged series, with the Chieftain PowerPlus model once again chosen for the initiative.
Credit; Gold and Goose
General
15/07/25
Dainese is investigating why its premium race suit became undone in a crash
Dainese is investigating why one of its premium race suits opened in a crash.
Credit; LiveWire
New Bikes
15/07/25
LiveWire unveils two new concepts at Harley-Davidson Homecoming
LiveWire has showcased two new concepts that we could expect to see in the future, one of which is a trail-focussed motorcycle.
2024 Ninja ZX-64
General
15/07/25
Kawasaki issues ZX-6R recall in the UK due to faulty crankshaft bolts
A recall on some ZX-6R motorcycles has been made by Kawasaki, due to over-tightened crankshaft bolts.
Triumph TF 250-X
General
15/07/25
Triumph TF 250-X receives improved power delivery as part of big update
Triumph has announced an extensive list of updates for its TF 250-X, including ‘race-ready’ power delivery, improved throttle response and updated suspension settings.

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