A street-level photo of an independent bike shop with a large
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From a 20-year insider's perspective, the bike industry's current crisis was entirely predictable. This post breaks down the decades of dysfunction that, when combined with the false hope of the lockdown boom, led to a catastrophic crash entirely of the trade's own making.

A stereotypical motorbike rider in leathers stands next to a younger, smartly dressed man on a maxi-scooter, on a modern city street.
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It's an online debate guaranteed to raise passions, and more than a little aggression: "My maxi-scooter is better than your motorbike." In this post, I give my take. And spoiler alert: my maxi-scooter IS better than your motorbike. (A healthy sense of humour is advised before reading.)

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My Beverly 350 came with a full Malossi kit, but I immediately swapped the loud exhaust for the stock one. After a few thousand kilometres, I'm putting it back on to see if it's just a noisy can or the final piece of the performance puzzle.

The front nose cone, or front shield, of a Piaggio Beverly 350 scooter.
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Need to get access behind the front shield of your pre-2021 Piaggio Beverly 350? Forget the vague guides. This short video and step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to remove the nose cone in minutes, without removing any other trim.

A Piaggio Beverly 350 with the final, customised Givi A23 windscreen fitted.
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The stock screen on my Piaggio Beverly caused wind buffeting. The big touring screen I bought amplified the engine noise to an unbearable level. This is the story of how a £20 Vinted bargain and a bit of DIY finally solved the problem.

Selling a holiday home in spain as an expat guide
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Selling a holiday home in Spain involves more than just finding a buyer. From the 19% Capital Gains Tax and the mandatory 3% retention to the infamous "B Money" scam, this guide breaks down the real costs and common traps for non-resident sellers.