Michael Mann
BikeSocial Managing Editor
BikeSocial Managing Editor. Content man - reviewer, road tester, video presenter, interviewer, commissioner, organiser. First ride was on a Honda ST70 in the back garden aged 6. Not too shabby on track, loves a sportsbike, worries about helmet hair, occasionally plays golf but enjoys being a father to a 7-year old the most.
Ex-Harrods PR man and occasional voice-over artist who commuted in London by XMAX250 and VFR800 for years before heading to the big time in Peterborough in 2010. Ran Bennetts PR, Events & Sponsorship before taking on Bike Social in May 2013.
Has run long-termers in the shape of an Africa Twin, CB1000R+, BMW S1000RR M, Streetfighter V4, and a Multistrada V4 S. Intrigued about an electric future and keeping the What Bike Next? series going.
Recent Posts
- Latest News
Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally updated for 2026
Starter Model - News
By Michael Mann07/10/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: a hero’s journey from novice to mentor
How competence can be overpowered by confidence
By Michael Mann01/10/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: Confidence vs Competence
How competence can be overpowered by confidence
By Michael Mann18/09/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: How to avoid dangerous drivers
Top tips from our Motorbike Coach on staying safe by enhancing your risk awareness, positioning, and mindset.
By Michael Mann04/09/2025