SPECIAL OFFER: MAVERICK 125
We’ve just announced a new recommended retail price for the Maverick 125 of £2,499+OTR (previously £2650+OTR). This special offer pricing comes into effect on 1st August as an added incentive to purchase before the number plate change!
The Maverick 125, available in seven different colours, is an off-road inspired motorcycle with an aggressive retro-styled look. Featuring spoked wheels, knobbly tyres, unique scrambler lines, side number boards, electric ignition and a custom LED tail light.
The Maverick has attracted a great deal of attention since it was first launched in February 2017. Listed in On2Wheels Best Bikes of 2018, it will also be featured in a series airing on Amazon Prime later this year where it was ridden through Wales on the Trans Euro Trail by one of the presenters of Adventure Bike TV.
“It’s a stylish commuter that comes into its own in an urban environment. It’s plenty powerful enough to get the jump on traffic at lights, and light and agile enough to make filtering an absolute doddle – but best of all, the power delivery is smooth, so even the newest of riders shouldn’t find the Maverick intimidating” On2Wheels.
The Maverick 125 is available to purchase via our network of authorised dealers and comes with 2 years RAC breakdown cover included. To find your nearest dealer search our online Dealer Locator.
NEW RANGE OF HERALD APPAREL NOW ONLINE!
Our new collection of lifestyle apparel has just been added to the website. The range comprises of both long and short sleeve t-shirts and sweatshirts, which are 100% cotton and available in sizes Small to XX Large. They are screen printed with artwork that has been created exclusively for Herald by a British designer, with illustrations incorporating skulls, a joker and workshop tools.
We’ve been looking forward to launching our new range of distinctive clothing which, like our motorcycles, allows you to stand out from the crowd.
Herald Apparel will be available to purchase from our stand at Motorcycle Live, in selected authorised Herald dealerships and online. Shop the collection.
See our Latest Custom at Bike Shed London
The countdown is on and we are looking forward to attending the Bike Shed show this weekend at Tobacco Dock in London!
Last year our custom bike, White Line, was unveiled at the show and we can’t wait to reveal this year’s customisation. We receive lots of requests for help and advice from customers wanting to customise their Herald. Previous projects have been showcased at Bike Shed, Dirtquake and the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and three custom Herald 250s are used to ride the Wall of Death!
At the show, we will also have Herald Apparel on display. As Bike Shed focuses on new and unique items that you won’t find anywhere else, even online, it felt like the perfect place to launch our new range of protective jackets which will be on sale for the first time and have not yet been released on our website.
Bike Shed London 2019 is first and foremost about and for the biking community: “People who love bikes, and the people who love people who love bikes”. It’s centred on the creative and inclusive custom culture. Along with custom bikes and brands, the event offers live music, food, art, photography and retail. Find out more here: http://bikeshedlondon2019.com/
HERALD MOTORCYCLES NOW AVAILABLE IN SPAIN
Herald Motor Co. is pleased to announce that JEDMOTOR in Barcelona, Spain now has a range of Herald motorcycles in stock, including the Scrambler, Mirage, Maverick and Café 125!
After exhibiting at INTERMOT in Cologne last year, we received a large number of requests from customers who wanted to purchase our motorcycles but were located outside of the UK. One of our aims has been to expand our European network and last year we signed up our first dealership in Sweden (Banhoj Sweden AB), this network has now been extended again to include Spain with more expansion planned later this year.
JEDMOTOR offers a range of motorbike services, including: sale, repair, spare parts, tyres, accessories, registration management, financing and diagnosis. They will carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) on Herald motorcycles (in addition to our own PDIs) and be a point of contact for warranties.
Our dealers are critical in helping us to deliver a service that puts a smile on the face of our customers and we are excited to be able to offer our range of head-turning motorcycles in Spain!
To download our brochure in Spanish, including technical specifications for all our bikes, please click here.
Win a Herald 250!
The National Association for Bikers with a Disability (NABD) have launched their prize draw to win a Herald Rambler 250 motorcycle! With a single four-stroke engine and max power of 21bhp, the bike has a custom styled design. Wide bars, tan bench seat and Continental Twin Duro 17” tyres, enhance the overall experience and riding position.
The prize was unveiled at the 28th You’ve Been Nabbed Rally in May and over 1,000 tickets were sold in the first weekend! The NABD now have 6 months to sell as many tickets as they can before the draw takes place on Sunday 24th November 2019 at Motorcycle Live. Hopefully, they will have as much success as in 2017 when we donated a custom Herald 250 designed by Back Street Heroes for their draw, which raised £9,450 – the most successful prize draw result in the history of NABD!
Tickets are on sale for £1.00 each and can be purchased over the telephone (minimum telephone order 5 tickets) on: 0844 415 4849 or at a number of events where the NABD will have the bike on show. All proceeds will go to the National Association for Bikers with a Disability (NABD)*
The NABD was set up in 1991 by six bikers from Stockport and Manchester. Membership has now grown to 9,000+ individual members and the organisation has directly helped over eleven thousand disabled people to enjoy the freedom and independence of motorcycling. The NABD has also been instrumental in setting up disabled motorcyclist support groups in Norway, Sweden, France, Japan and the USA, and is regularly consulted on issues relating to disabled motorcycling by the DVLA, DfT, VOSA, DSA, and the Highways Agency.
*The NABD is a registered charity established in 1991 – registered charity nos. 1040907 and SCO39897. The NABD is registered for the Lotteries and Amusements Act with Trafford Council. The winner will be notified directly and full results published in the NABD Open House Magazine and on www.nabd.org.uk.
Test Ride a Herald at the MCN Festival of Motorcycling!
The MCN Festival of Motorcycling takes place on the 18-19th May at the East of England Arena in Peterborough. We will have six bikes available to test ride during the event, including the Maverick 125, Mirage 125 and Classic 400!
Test rides take place out on the stunning Cambridgeshire roads that surround the showground, many of which you’ll recognise from MCN road tests. There’s no pre-booking, just remember to bring your licence, another form of ID (e.g. passport or credit card) and your National Insurance number, as these are required by our insurance company.
When you visit the Herald stand (located in the Manufacturer Zone) to book your test ride you will be able to view more of our bikes, including the Café 400, and ask our technicians any questions you have about the range. The Brat 125 will also be making an appearance, designed to our exact specifications this bike has an attitude to match its rugged looks and is coming soon. Plus, don’t forget to browse our range of Herald Apparel while you are there, all of which is available to purchase at the show.
Plus, don’t forget to browse our range of Herald Apparel while you are there, all of which is available to purchase at the show and don ‘t miss watching Herald custom 250s race around the Wall of Death!
See Herald at the London Motorcycle Show, Irish Motorbike & Scooter Show and Manchester Bike Show!
We’ve got a busy couple of months planned as we are exhibiting at three shows in February and March. If you’ve not had a chance to see the prototype of the Brute 500 yet, then make sure you drop by our stand at the following events:
- MCN London Motorcycle Show on 15-17 Feb (Stand CU30)
- Irish Motorbike and Scooter Show on 1-3 March (Stand B20)
- Manchester Bike Show on 23-24 March (Stand 189)
The Brute is the first bike to be designed, engineered and built at our headquarters in Cambridgeshire.
You will also be able to see the Brat 125. This bike eats up the urban terrain and turns it into your own personal amusement park! It has been developed with partners to our exact specifications and will be available in 125 and 250 versions.
We launched the Café 400 at Motorcycle Live last year and you can check out its retro looks at all three events. It features twin front discs, adjustable front and rear shocks, clip-ons and a stylish tank.
Other bikes on show will include the Maverick 125, which was listed in On2Wheels Best Bikes of 2018, the Classic 125 and the Mirage 125. Plus, make sure to stop by the stand to take advantage of some special show offers on Herald Apparel.
If that’s not enough, at the London show, we will have a custom 125. This bike takes us back to our roots and features Avon tyres and a classic tank and side panels. Our custom 250 Heralds will also be on the Wall of Death for their first event of the 2019 season.
We hope to see you there!
2 YEARS COMPLIMENTARY RAC COVER WITH NEW HERALD MOTORCYCLES
We now offer 24 months RAC Breakdown Cover with all newly registered Herald motorcycles!
The RAC breakdown package provides exactly the same level of cover for motorbikes as cars. This includes: At Home, Roadside, Recovery and Onward Travel. It means that your motorcycle would be fixed at the roadside, or if you breakdown at home. If it can’t be fixed it would be towed anywhere in the UK as patrol vans are equipped with special trailers and loaders to transport bikes safely. There is no charge for this cover, which also includes support from the RAC Accident Care team if you are involved in an accident.*
There are already lots of great reasons why our customers choose to own a Herald motorcycle. The addition of RAC Breakdown Cover will provide even more piece of mind that you have made the right choice and can enjoy riding your Herald with minimum disruption.
Find out more by visiting the Herald stand at the following events: MCN London Motorcycle Show on 15-17 Feb (Stand CU30), the Irish Motorbike and Scooter Show on 1-3 March (Stand B20) and the Manchester Bike Show on 23-24 March (Stand 189).
*UK residents only. Breakdown cover provided across UK only.
HERALD LAUNCHES CAFÉ 400 AT MOTORCYCLE LIVE
Visit stand 3D10 at Motorcycle Live to check out our new range of bikes and merchandise.
Launching at the show is the Café 400, its retro looks will satisfy your sixties racer nostalgia. Featuring twin front discs, adjustable front and rear shocks, clip ons and a stylish tank, its Taiwanese Honda-derived engine with twin exhausts roars through its 5-speed gear box.
Try the Brute 500 for size. Inspired by the racetrack but built for the road it is our own modern take on the street tracker and has been engineered and built in Britain.
Like the Brute, many of our bikes are being shown in the UK for the first time. This includes the Brat 125 and Brat 250. These bikes have an attitude to match their unique rugged looks and will be part of our exciting 2019 range.
You will also be able to get up close to “Rock Bottom”, a special-build 250cc recently used to set a new land speed record!
Plus, be the first to view and pre-order our new range of merchandise, including protective clothing and branded t-shirts.
We hope to see you there!
WIN TICKETS TO MOTORCYCLE LIVE!
From 17-25 November 2018, Motorcycle Live will fill four halls of The NEC to bursting, with brand-new metal from over 35 leading manufacturers; all the latest kit and accessories; 10 interactive riding features; non-stop live entertainment; biking celebrities and an all-new, never-seen-before high octane extravaganza – Moto-Cirque. We will be showcasing our new range of bikes and merchandise on stand 3D10 so it would be great to see you there!
Over the next 2 weeks we will be giving away two pairs of tickets for Motorcycle Live on Facebook and two pairs of tickets on Instagram. For your chance to WIN, simply visit our Facebook or Instagram page, like the post relating to the competition and leave a Comment telling us what you would like to see on the Herald stand at Motorcycle Live. There’s also another chance to win a pair of tickets if you purchase an item from the Herald shop between 1st and 11th November.
The full terms and conditions for entry for all prize draws can be read here.
Good luck!
HERALD SHOWCASES BRUTE 500, A BRITISH ENGINEERED MODERN TRACKER AT INTERMOT
We are showcasing two new motorbikes at INTERMOT in Cologne this month, the British designed and engineered Brute 500 and the Brat 125!
The Brute 500 is a Brute by name and Brute by nature, inspired by the racetrack but built for the road it is our own modern take on the street tracker and has been engineered and built in house from the ground up at our site in Huntingdon, UK. Featuring a single four-stroke 449cc engine, the bike also has adjustable Racetek front and rear suspension with our own unique floating-shock linkage system.
Previously, we have focused on 125 and 250 motorcycles, however earlier this year we launched the Herald Classic 400 (also available to view at INTERMOT) and another 400 model is due to be released later in the year.
Our passion for motorbikes has meant the goal was always to design and manufacture motorcycles in Britain. As a division of an award-winning engineering and manufacturing company, we can design and produce parts in-house and have the facilities to develop and manufacture our own British-built motorcycles. The Brute is the first bike to be designed and built at our headquarters and the next stage is final testing and development.
Also launching at INTERMOT is the Brat, a bike with an attitude to match its unique rugged looks. Developed with partners to our exact specifications, it will be part of our exciting 2019 range.
Visit Herald at INTERMOT on stand A-080 (Hall 6). The Brute 500 and Brat 125 will also be on display on stand 3D10 at Motorcycle Live at the NEC, Birmingham in November.
How to care for your Herald!!
Routine is key
By regularly checking your bike every week you will learn what checks you should do and it will almost become a routine part of your motorcycle life.
What should I check?
1. Oil levels
Oil levels can be checked simply using a dipstick, plug or level window.
2. Tyres
Tyres are not just important for handling but for fuel consumption and your wallet too.
Check your tyres for unusual wear and tear as this usually indicates that they’re either over or under inflated – this can affect handling as well as fuel consumption. You should also check your tyre pressure, even if there is no unusual wear and tear, and tread depth.
3. Coolant
Checking your engine’s coolant is simple but it can save you a lot of hassle.
Check to see what level your coolant is at based on the high and low marks on the outside of the tank and fill accordingly.
4. Lights
Lights are lifesavers in dark conditions so make sure they work. It’s a simple enough check to do before you get out on the road.
The same applies to your signals. If they don’t work then you’re in trouble as nobody will know your intentions on the road. Again, check them before you get on the road.
5. Suspension
Check your suspension for unusual wear and tear. Apply your front brake and push down on your handlebars.
If your suspension is working it should give a little as you push down. This should be a smooth movement and there should be no clunky sounds or feeling to it.
6. Steering
Put your bike on its centre stand and turn the handlebar from left to right, fully locking the steering in each direction.
The handlebars should turn smoothly and again there should be no strange sounds.
7. Brakes
Brake pads wear down quite quickly, depending on how aggressively you ride. If your brake pads are worn down and you ride, you can ruin your rotors.
You can inspect your brake pads visually; they should be at least 3mm in width. If they are less, you should change them because it’s expensive to correct if it goes too far and damages your discs.
8. Chain
Without your chain, you can’t ride, so it’s important you check it.
Make sure your chain can move up and down slightly when nobody is sat on your bike. If it’s too tight it’s worth adjusting your chain as they tighten up when weight is on the bike. Your bike should also be lubricated. If it looks too dry, it probably is, so you should lubricate it, making sure to apply the lube to the inside of the chain.
9. Horn
Your horn can save your life but it’s a part of your bike that you might not use for long periods of time.
You can fail an MOT if your horn doesn’t work as well so it’s in your interest to check it does. Try it out but only when moving on a non-residential road between 07:00 and 23:30. Apply common sense when doing so.
10. Wash
Wash your motorbike as soon as you spot any muck, grease or tar on it. This will save you time in the long run and could prevent serious damage to your paintwork, particularly if tar is left to set on your bike.
These checks should ensure that your bike stays in tip top condition, as well as keep you safe on the road and save you money in the long run. You shouldn’t need any more reasons.