£1000 Bike Challenge: Can You Still Buy a Decent Starter Motorcycle in the UK?
Can you really get yourself a good beginner bike in the UK for just £1,000? That’s the challenge we set Liam in this Moto Planet feature. What started as a sceptical hunt through AutoTrader and Facebook Marketplace ended up with a surprise purchase, a proper test ride, and a few unexpected laughs along the...
2025 Honda XL750 Transalp Review – The Middleweight All-Rounder Tested
The Honda XL750 Transalp has always been a symbol of versatility, sitting between the big-mile Africa Twin and the more compact NX500. Revived in 2023 with Honda’s new 755cc parallel twin, the 2025 Transalp continues as a middleweight adventure option that blends road manners with a hint of off-road ability. This is Liam Simm’s...
2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 Review – Adventure Without the Fluff
The 2025 Yamaha Tenere 700 review is here, and this time it’s Liam Simm behind the bars, testing it on UK roads and B-roads. The Tenere has built a reputation for being the no-nonsense adventure bike – rugged, simple, and reliable. But with Yamaha adding a little more tech for 2025, has it strayed...
2025 Yamaha MT-09 Auto vs Manual – Which One Should UK Riders Choose?
When Yamaha released the MT-09 with its new Y-AMT transmission, the big question was simple: is the automatic version really better than the tried-and-tested manual? In this Moto Planet feature, Liam Simm spends the day riding both back-to-back to give UK riders a clear verdict. If you’re considering the MT-09 Automatic vs Manual in...
Route Recce: Is the Horseshoe Pass Still Worth Riding in 2025?
North Wales has always been a biker’s paradise, and few stretches of road are as iconic as the Horseshoe Pass. In this Route Recce, Moto Planet’s Liam Simm sets out to ride the pass, explore the nearby valleys, and finish at a true rider’s hangout. Expect sweeping corners, biker history, and a look at...
2025 Honda NX500 Review – UK Test Ride
The 2025 Honda NX500 review shows Honda’s latest take on the middleweight adventure category. Tested by Liam Simm for Moto Planet, this UK road test proves that you don’t always need a litre-class Africa Twin to enjoy touring, commuting, and B-road adventures. The NX500 carries forward the CB500X spirit but sharpens it with new...
2025 Yamaha MT-09 Review – UK Test Ride
The 2025 Yamaha MT-09 is back with a fresh face, upgraded suspension, and Yamaha’s legendary CP3 triple at its heart. This test ride review by Liam Simm puts it through its paces on UK roads to see if the hooligan streetfighter has finally matured – or if it’s still the wild one of the...