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The Battle of the Kings has reached the shores of the Arabian Gulf and Harley-Davidson Northern Emirates. As the ‘new kids on the block’ are very proud to present their first entry: ‘Liquid Gold’. Expect the unexpected with their twist on a classic Bobber theme. LIQUID GOLD ‘Liquid Gold’ is an homage to the generations of Harley owners who’ve dedicated themselves...

Preparations are in full swing for the opening of the fourth consecutive Custom Show Emirates 2018, which has been receiving a great response since the past three years it's been conducted.  The fourth Custom Show Emirates (CSE) will be held between 3rd and 5th April at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi. Three successful editions of the CSE have cemented its place as...

For motorcyclists (or bikers, whatever you fancy), their machines are a crucial part of their lives. It’s a very special relationship which, most probably, can’t be defined in words. And so are the many experiences (good and bad) that we have had on our bikes. Most of us try to add or subtract some elements from our rides for...

There are off road motorcycles and adventure tourers, there are sports bikes and there are ATVs, and then in a completely separate world, there is Harley-Davidson. Creating iconic motorcycles for decades, this American motorcycle manufacturing company changed the way people used to perceive motorcycles and motorcyclists. Harley-Davidson has made many legendary products for the motorcycling world and we can’t...

The Dubai Police and Dubai Motorbike Festival break the Guinness World Record for the World’s Longest Wheelie (Distance) on an ATV, powered by Energizer. Captain Abdulla Hattawi, a member of the Dubai Police Force, Dubai Police Stunt Team and one of the top ATV stunt athletes in the world has set the new record at an impressive 60km. Captain Abdulla...

2018 is here, and the previous year was witness to the launch and reveal of many motorcycles that pushed predefined boundaries in their space just by their existence. Let's take a look at some of the most interesting motorcycles launched in 2017. BMW HP4 RACE This is one motorcycle that will keep appreciating in value for years to come. BMW Motorrad...

What you’re going to read next is not what you expect to read. This is not another motorcycle review, nor is it a report about a special event or a highlight of a new gadget or technology. This is a motorcycle dealership review. In the Middle East, the most dominant motorcycle presence on our roads has mainly been American made...

Motocross and Enduro are really demanding types of motorcycling; as I learned while I raced at some local competitions earlier this year; both you and your motorcycle need to tolerate fairly extreme conditions. The engine needs to constantly rev at a high RPM, the suspension need to be able to take a beating and the frame needs to absorb...

Indian Motorcycle makes some of the most ravishing bikes that money can buy. They have a different aura and style which is unfathomable by many but praised by the rest. Even after being unbelievably beautiful, people still try to customise their Indians to make them unique. And that’s what the Top Mountain is all about - uniqueness. What is it? Built...

In a landmark decree stated by King Salman, all Saudi women will soon be allowed to ride motorcycles. The motorcycling ban has been lifted soon after the driving ban was lifted earlier this year. Saudi Arabia, previously the only country in the world that disallowed women from driving, has finally abolished the rule. Come June 2018, women will also be...

The UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs, His Excellency Obaid Humaid Al Tayer, has stated that the UAE will implement VAT at the rate of 5% on 1 January 2018. All goods and services except basic food items, healthcare and education will be taxed with effect from the beginning of next year. Motorcycles are also going to be hit...

Getting tailgated in the UAE is a serious problem we face every time we hit the road on our bikes. It’s dangerous enough being tailgated when you are in a car but the stakes are dramatically higher on a bike. Fortunately, the latest smart cameras are helping the UAE authorities to identify the tailgaters, and hopefully this will stop some...

What to ride or what not to? This is the eternal question going through many new and old motorcyclists’ minds constantly. Does it matter what you ride? Of course, it matters. But it can and should only matter to you what you ride. Not to anyone else. Though there are countless self-opinionated riders that will sprout off about why their...

With every passing moment, more and more manufacturers (new and old) are creating electric vehicles to be ready for the inevitable ‘electric’ future of the automobile industry. While various car manufacturers have already got a few products out in the market, the bike industry also is slowly catching up. But the big question is, would we ever see electric...

Bike Nation Magazine, being media partner of the Dubai Motorbike Festival, attended a press conference by Dubai Police and Dubai Motorbike Festival announcing the attempt of breaking the world record of the longest wheelie on an ATV. The event took place at Cafe Rider in Dubai. Captain Abdulla Al Hattawi popularly known as Abdulla Hollandi, a member of the Dubai...

2nd Dec 2017 was the 46th UAE National Day. To mark this day, Lotfi Hamrouni, a 49-years-old Tunisian-British, decided to do something different but in his own style. He decided to cover a distance of 1000km on a scooter. Lotfi completed this amazing journey on a 300cc DusejaMoto scooter. He started his solo journey from The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery...

Go motorcycle riding in New Zealand, and you’ll discover a new surprise around every corner. If you’ve seen The Lord of the Rings movies, you know they were filmed in New Zealand. All those snow-covered mountain peaks, and the mossy green valleys with yellow sunlight filtering through the trees are real! These are magical landscapes when you see them on...

Bikers Cafe in Dubai sponsors a competition where three local custom-motorcycle makers are given a chance to show off their innovative ideas. All three of them are given the same bike and are asked to go crazy with their imagination; the only rule is that the engine of the bike will remain standard. This year the bike in question...

DUSEJAMOTO has the one, public-imagination-driving story that will support the 46th UAE Anniversary.  One Man, alone, will ride a DusejaMoto Scooter to traverse the entire 7 Emirates – in just one day! The motivator, concept architect and the sole participator, is LOTFI HAMROUNI. (Call Sign: LH11)  A 49 year-old Tunisian-British expatriate, who has lived in the UAE for 14 years.  World...

Specialized Sports Equipment, Indian official dealer in the United Arab emirates. Based in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. 20 years of experience in the power sports activities. SERVICES A well-equipped workshop facility that can offer anything from a service to a complete custom build. Indian Motorcycle also have a good stock of used, ex demo, and prestige machines in stock, as well as...