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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September 2025
The new 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.
July 2025
The July issue of RiDE is a bumper issue and a call to adventure.
Adventure bikes have become the biggest-selling sector of the bike market in recent years and with good reason – they are great all-rounders and their rugged looks and long-legged abilities make them excellent for large tours. However, few adventure-bike riders use their abilities to the full, so the July issue of RiDE shows how to make the most of these on any journey with a 24-page pullout supplement celebrating the path less trodden.
We start by highlighting why an adventure is a great idea and how to set off on your first journey of discovery without stress or fear. Editor Matt goes soft-roading on Suzuki’s V-Strom on easy-going Suffolk trails and we highlight five of the best all-round adventure bikes you can buy today. We look at why lightweight off-roaders are the best bet for more serious trail riding and finally, we suggest four great rides you can do right now.
We also look at how you can get to – and enjoy – riding in Spain without breaking the bank, following Chris Moss as he heads to Malaga and back, across the stunning plains of Spain, with no rain in sight. Meanwhile, our Big Rides takes Jim Moore around four of the Peak District’s prettiest lakes.
We also pick what we reckon are five of the best events to ride to and enjoy this summer, both in the UK and abroad, with awesome roads to ride on the way or back as well.
Bike theft used to be the biggest concern of any rider but what is the state of play right now? Our security special looks at how things have changed in the world of bike theft and rounds-up the products we rate to protect your bike and your garage. We also look at ways to save money on your insurance in addition to keeping your bike safe.
There is also our usual blend of new bike tests, product testing and buying advice. It's a monster issue that you cannot afford to miss.
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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.
June 2025
The June issue of RiDE is a celebration of arguably the most versatile bike of all, the sports tourer.
If you like going farther and faster, then the chances are, a sports tourer is for you. This sector of the market covers so many bases; the ability to travel a long way in comfort and carry a passenger and/or luggage makes them great for tours. Combine this with the ability to ditch the panniers and enjoy fast and flowing roads when you get to your destination means they will paint a grin across your face whatever riding you are doing.
With this in mind, we take three of the latest crop – Kawasaki’s Ninja 1000SX, Honda’s NT1100 and Triumph’s latest addition, the Tiger Sport 800 to Wales for the day, to assess their distance and fun abilities. We also profile what we reckon are the four greatest sports tourers from the last decade and look at how the modern sports tourer has developed over the years. If far and fast are your thing, you can't afford to miss this.
Our Big Ride takes us round a B-road loop of Suffolk – a perfect opportunity to make the most of a sports tourer while we also have a close look at the Moto Guzzi V85TT, a nicely chilled-out ride. We also try the latest version of Yamaha’s Ténéré 700, it’s naked cousin the MT-07 and CFMoto’s sub-£7000 sportsbike, the 675SR-R.
Our product test looks at lightweight adventure luggage for off-road forays and we test the latest tent from giant Vango, said to reduce pack size and weight. Our buying guide tells you everything to look for if you are considering a KTM 390 Duke and we pit Honda’s CB1000 Hornet against Yamaha’s mighty MT-10.
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May 2025
The May issue of RiDE is a massive collection of new metal and new kit
Every year sees a brace of stunning new bikes and 2025 is no different. From high-value machines built in China to state-of-the-art bikes from Europe, there is something for every rider and every budget nowadays. This month, we have chosen what we feel are ten of the most important bikes of the year and put them through their paces. From 3000 miles in Europe on BMW’s R1300GS flagship adventurer to roaming the British countryside on Honda’s endearing GB350S, there is something for everyone in 2025.
This issue also sees our annual Kit Showcase, highlighting some of the coolest new gear, from helmets to clothing and tech. Our product test looks at chain lube, assessing corrosion resistance, debris pick-up and fling to determine which works best for what sort of riding and we round-up 3000 miles with the diminutive Beeline Moto II sat nav.
Our Big Ride takes us through the delightful Wye Valley with the sun shining while our riding coach considers how many fingers you should use to brake. We also test Yamaha’s latest sportsbike, the R9 and BMW’s refined S1000R while we put Triumph’s glorious retro Speed Twin 1200RS through the UK’s most comprehensive road test.
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