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.
CFMoto officially reveals 750SR-R inline four sportbike
Certain to tickle the fancies of many British riders, CFMoto’s new four-cylinder beauty is revealed.
Harley-Davidson names new CEO amid challenging times
Harley announces its next top man. Will he succeed where others have struggled?
Meet the world’s fastest scooter rider
Most people wouldn’t want to do the ton on a scooter. Adie Horrocks is not most people.
Design filings give clear view of BMW F 450 GS
Design filings show that BMW’s upcoming F 450 GS may not look as cool as we originally thought.
Motorcyclist on A14 caught doing 158 mph, setting dubious record
A motorcyclist in Suffolk has been caught riding at the highest speed that Suffolk Police have ever recorded.
New details revealed about entry-level Harley-Davidson models
Harley says it will be revealing an affordable entry-level model later this year. What will it be, and will it sink or swim?
2025 BSA Scrambler 650 - First ride review
In the right conditions, this latest scrambler offering from BSA is a whole lot of fun.
2025 BSA Bantam 350 first ride review
BSA continues its resurrection with the return of one of its most iconic models - the BSA Bantam is now a 350!
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Watsonian rig pairs with Royal Enfield for ‘adventurous’ package
Adventure is what you make it with this sidecar equipped Royal Enfield.
Dainese reportedly sold for €1
Just three years after being bought out, Dainese is switching hands again - for a surprisingly low amount.
Ducati gets historic with new Instagram account
As Ducati nears its 100th birthday, the company’s official museum launches an Instagram account.
Surprise: security chains sometimes work
A reminder that despite thieves’ persistence it’s still a good idea to lock up your bike.
Suzuki now selling curry online
The maker of some of motorcycling's most iconic machines is getting into the curry business.
What mattered this week: 29 June to 5 July
Catch up with the most important moto news, reviews, and views of this week.
Auction brings weird and wonderful to National Motorcycle Museum
From wonderful to weird, this classic motorcycle and scooter auction has it all.
ONYX Motors’ new RCR 80V electric moped boasts 65mph top speed
Technically it’s a moped. In practice, it’s more exciting than that.
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Aerostich AD-1 riding trousers review
These USA-made riding trousers are rugged, waterproof, and versatile.
This Harley has 193 hp and 168 lb-ft of torque
Harley’s aren’t slow, as long as you’re willing to put the effort in.
Top 10 best Harley Davidson motorcycles of all time
Harley-Davidson may be a traditional motorcycle company with an old-fashioned image – but it’s also proved, time and time again, it’s capable of a big surprise.
Video: Exploring an abandoned mine on a motorbike
Forget green-laning! YouTuber Midwest MX explores an abandoned mine on an electric motorbike.
Royal Enfield sees 22% sales jump over last year
Thanks in part to booming exports, Royal Enfield’s June 2025 sales saw a 22-percent increase over the same period last year.
UK motorcycle dealerships face continued challenges
A dry summer definitely helps, but running a motorcycle dealership in the UK definitely isn’t easy.
Ghost motorcycle crashes into US car museum
A riderless motorcycle in the state of Indiana has hurled itself into a car museum, damaging an extremely rare antique car.
Rumours abound for Kawasaki Z1100 RS model
Sure, the Z900RS looks cool and is fun to ride, but wouldn’t it be nice to have more power?
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