January 2026
Get ready for the latest issue of RiDE. Inside, you’ll find our unmissable 2026 New Bike Special, showcasing next year’s most exciting machines, including our verdict on the Honda CB1000GT and first look at the new Norton Atlas. Plan your next adventure with our featured routes, including an amazing Yorkshire ride packed with spectacular views.
As always, you can rely on RiDE’s real-world bike tests, the latest product reviews, and up-to-date buying guides. There is everything you need here to make the most of your biking life.
Don’t miss out – pick up the January issue of RiDE and get the most out of your riding, your bike and your budget.
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December 2025
We’re excited to bring you the latest issue of RiDE, packed with great biking content. This month, we’re all about the best mile-munching bikes on the planet. Simon Hargreaves takes BMW’s R1300RT on a truly epic 3000-mile test, uncovering exactly what the new tourer can do – on everything from twisting back roads to long motorway hauls. We’ve got all the buying advice on bargain touring alternatives and we’ve also given Yamaha’s revised Tracer 7 GT the attention it deserves, with a monster eight-page test that leaves no stone unturned.
As usual, RiDE brings you the best in product testing and routes. Fancy staying dry on your next ride? Don’t miss our super-tough product test on the best sporty waterproof boots out there. We’ve also included a wonderful guide to riding the Welsh west coast – well worth a trip whatever the weather.
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October 2025
The October issue of RiDE is your passport to more miles, more memories and more riding this autumn. As ever, we’re dedicated to uncovering the best places to ride. Be inspired by our feature on a life-changing motorcycle journey across lovely Ayrshire in Scotland: windswept coastlines, rolling hills and unforgettable roads await. Remember, you can download the route for free, too. We’ve also great a great guide to the best road in Slovenia – perfect for a September road trip.
With autumn’s unpredictable weather, gear becomes even more important. That’s why we’ve tested a range of all-weather gloves, helping you keep your hands warm, dry, and safe no matter what conditions you face.
Our cover story is our definitive guide to the best tall-rounder motorcycles on the planet. Whether it’s grand touring, commuting, or spontaneous road trips, these machines can do it all. As well as all of this, we’re packed with all the usual buying guides and real-world advice that makes RiDE Britian’s most useful bike mag.
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November 2025
The November issue of RiDE is packed with essential motorcycling inspiration and practical buying advice. Our main story reveals the 10 best new-bike buys on sale right now, with in-depth analysis of value for money, real-world discounts, and the latest finance deals, so you get maximum bike for your budget this autumn.
Fancy a weekend away? Join us on our autumn Big Ride through Norfolk, where we uncover the county’s finest roads and hidden gems. Plus, don’t miss our UK-exclusive first ride of the CFMoto 800MT-X – at just £8300, it’s the most exciting and best-value adventure bike you can buy today.
Looking for new gear? We’ve rigorously tested the best 30-litre rucksacks to keep your kit protected, comfortable and secure. Plus, our no-nonsense head-to-head throws BMW’s brilliant R1300RS against Kawasaki’s mighty Ninja 1100SX – which delivers the greatest thrills?
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September 2025
The bumper issue of RIDE magazine is here and it’s full great places to take your bike! Inside, you’ll find our epic 32-page Great Getaways supplement, packed with incredible UK weekend road trips to inspire your next escape.
We’ve also got your guide to the best riding roads in Europe, so you can dream big. Plus, we put the new Ducati Multistrada V2S through a full test, and review the best lace-up bike boots for all-day comfort and actual walking ability. Whether you're planning a quick blast or a touring epic, this issue has everything you need to ride more and better.
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August 2025
In the August issue of RiDE magazine, we’re celebrating the rise of great-value small-capacity bikes that are climbing up the sales charts. From the rugged Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 to the stylish Triumph Speed 400 and the retro Honda GB350S, these machines are packed with character – and prices start under £4,000 new.
For riders looking to explore, we've got an eight-page Big Ride feature on one of the best, longest road trip routes in Wales, complete with downloadable maps for your next adventure. Plus, we’ve put the top flip-front adventure helmets to the test, rating them on noise reduction, comfort, fit, and overall confidence. Whether you're looking for a new bike or gearing up for your next ride, this issue has everything you need.
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