400 MpH Jet bike - speed record attempt.

[Swoop]

An attempt to set a land-speed record on two wheels is underway in Britain.
http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2015-05/11/jetbike-richard-brown-world-speed-record

I believe that during this past weekend a trial attempt was "on hold" at Pendine Sands. This was to verify a few things prior to the USA attempt.
Interesting stuff either way!

Edit: Yup. http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-south-west-wales-32847655

[Blackbird]

Not a bike, but the UK Bloodhound SSC hybrid jet/rocket car is scheduled to break 800 mph this year and go for 1000 mph next year. The science and technology behind designing and building the car is stunning. Their website is brilliant and has several great videos, including their rocket engine being tested. Website link: http://www.bloodhoundssc.com/

[Tazz]

Not a bike, but the UK Bloodhound SSC hybrid jet/rocket car is scheduled to break 800 mph this year and go for 1000 mph next year. The science and technology behind designing and building the car is stunning. Their website is brilliant and has several great videos, including their rocket engine being tested. Website link: http://www.bloodhoundssc.com/

The video of Chris Harris having a look and a yarn is an enjoyable watch.