Chris Cope
Senior Staff Writer
Chris Cope is a fourth-generation journalist, originally from Texas. He has lived in the UK for roughly two decades and has been writing about motorcycles for most of that time. He has written for dozens of publications and websites in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia.
Being from the United States, Chris has a natural love for big, stupid cruisers. But don’t hold that against him; he will happily get behind the ‘bars of just about every kind of bike. As long as it goes far. And you can go far on anything.
CCM given glimmer of hope amid stock sell-off
CCM’s stock is set to go to auction, but former employees are being offered some hope.
Cumbrian biker wheelies past police speed enforcement
Police in Cumbria say a biker was clearly showing off when he wheelied past them without a helmet on.
What the heck is the Yamaha RW700 EXPLORE?
We know that Yamaha is working on a new ‘RW’ range, but what that means is still a mystery.
UK’s Zapp e-scooters to be sold at Selfridges
Upmarket department store Selfridges will soon begin selling British electric scooters.
EV brand Ultraviolette scores over £15m in funding
India’s Ultraviolette has big dreams and big plans. And now it has a big pot of money.
Getting to Europe may soon be easier for Scottish bikers
Officials are hoping to open the first Scotland-to-Europe passenger ferry in 15 years.
Uni student builds, rides biodiesel Harley-Davidson on US road trip
It’s loud, it smells like a chip shop, and its creator hopes it will save the world.
Keanu Reeves partnership seeks to boost interest in MotoAmerica racing
MotoAmerica’s new distribution partner gets excited for the future thanks to a deal with Keanu Reeves.
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Land speed streamliner shows up on Facebook Marketplace
A land speed motorcycle streamliner, built by an AMA Hall of Famer, is for sale on Facebook Marketplace.
Romania to host BMW’s 2026 GS Trophy competition
The location of BMW’s challenging and somewhat quixotic GS Trophy event has been revealed.
Iconic Honda Six returns to Isle of Man’s Classic TT
An engineering marvel that propelled Mike Hailwood to victory, the Honda Six is set to be ridden again.
Police in West Midlands aim to tackle illegal off-road biking
Police in Telford are stepping up action against people riding off-road bikes in all the wrong places.
London proposal suggests congestion charging for bikers
Congestion charges and lower speed limits are in motorcyclists’ future if this document’s author has their way.
Data reveals safest, most dangerous roads in UK
Department of Transport data shines light on the most dangerous places to ride in the UK.
The 10 coolest bikes under £10k
Looking and feeling good on a motorcycle doesn’t have to come at a high cost, all of these bikes tick the 'cool' box and cost less than £10k
Custom Triumph Rocket 3 takes excess to new levels
Named after an artist you’ve probably never heard of, the Agostino custom build is a thing of beauty.
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Biker earns ban after posting videos of self speeding
They say excessive speeding isn’t big or clever. This guy DEFINITELY isn’t clever.
Shuffle in India’s Hero line-up sparks Harley speculation
An action by Harley-Davidson’s India partner has some people speculating on wider ramifications.
Crazy homemade steering system aims to improve cornering speed
This may make your brain hurt, but it’s a wholly unique way of answering an age-old problem.
Mash Motorcycles unveils new 750cc touring bike
Mash Motorcycles has revealed an interesting midsize touring machine in Europe. Will it come here?
Moto Guzzi’s iconic Mandello del Lario factory being redesigned
Moto Guzzi’s 100-year-old Mandello del Lario factory is undergoing major refurbishment and redesign.
Crash barrier reform needed to protect bikers, says report
A new report finds that, despite some reforms, motorcyclists still face serious risks from crash barriers.
Man charged with theft of 27 bikes in West Midlands
Police say Clive Halford was stealing a bike roughly every two days.
Popular Scottish motorcycle rally called off for next year
Organisers for Thunder in the Glens cancel next year’s event and remain vague about its future.
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