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
- BMW
BMW R 1300 R (2025) – Review
Is this the best chassis we’ve seen BMW’s 1300 boxer twin in?
By Michael Mann06/01/2026 - Buying & Selling Bikes
What Bike Next? Series 3
We select three bike options for a BikeSocial member to test ride
By Michael Mann17/12/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: Off-road riding makes for better road riders
Learn about the benefits of off-road riding for road safety and control
By Michael Mann17/12/2025 - Latest News
Triumph Tiger Sport 800 Tour launched
Touring version of the Tiger Sport 800 comes loaded with accessories
By Michael Mann03/12/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: How to Ride with a Pillion | Expert Two-Up Riding Tips
Learn how to ride with a pillion safely and confidently.
By Michael Mann26/11/2025 - BSA
BSA Scrambler 650 (2025) – Review
On-trend scrambler version of BSA Gold Star rivals new Royal Enfield Bear 650
By Michael Mann19/11/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: when do I run out of grip?
This powerful physics model can transform your riding skill level
By Michael Mann10/11/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: Does Motorcycle Tech Make Us Better Riders?
The rise of motorcycle tech, is it a double-edged sword?
By Michael Mann31/10/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding: transform your riding from functional to phenomenal
Using neuroscience to level up your riding
By Michael Mann14/10/2025 - Latest News
Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally updated for 2026
Upgraded suspension, enhanced safety tech, and touring-focused comfort
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 - Features
Torqueing Heads (Ep6): Suzuki
A delve into UK motorcycling featuring BikeSocial’s Michael Mann, guest co-host Simon Hargreaves and a motorcycle industry figurehead
By Michael Mann20/08/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding Advice: Developing Your Motorbike Intuition
Top tips from our Motorbike Coach on how you can improve your motorbike sixth sense
By Michael Mann19/08/2025 - BMW
BMW M 1000 R (2025) - Review
£13,760 - £19,990 | 167.6 - 206.5bhp | 199kg | Fresh face leads the changes to BMW’s S 1000 R and M 1000 R
By Michael Mann08/08/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding Advice: Master your body position
How small body movements affect your motorcycle
By Michael Mann05/08/2025 - Features
Torqueing Heads (Ep5): Honda
A delve into UK motorcycling featuring BikeSocial’s Steve Rose, Michael Mann and a guest
By Michael Mann02/07/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding Advice: How to brake and swerve while cornering
Top tips for avoiding hazards in a corner
By Michael Mann26/06/2025 - Morbidelli
Morbidelli T1002V (2025) – Review
Sexy, sub-£8k adventurer from China with Italian heritage
By Michael Mann19/06/2025 - Features
Torqueing Heads (Ep4): Yamaha
Yamaha’s Marketing & Events Manager, Jeff Turner, chats with BikeSocial’s Steve and Michael
By Michael Mann13/06/2025 - New Riders & Training
Better Riding Advice: Hazard avoidance – How to brake and swerve
Top tips for stopping more efficiently
By Michael Mann10/06/2025 - Royal Enfield
Royal Enfield Bear 650 (2025) – Review
Based on the Interceptor 650 but with new wheels, tyres, suspension, geometry and a more rugged look.
By Michael Mann05/06/2025 - Features
Torqueing Heads (Ep3): Triumph
A delve into UK motorcycling featuring BikeSocial’s Steve Rose, Michael Mann and a guest
By Michael Mann30/05/2025
