Former Tottenham, F1 and UFC executives join MotoGP leadership team
MotoGP has recruited executives from Tottenham Hotspur, Formula 1 and UFC as it targets global growth.
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Superbike Factory administrators reveal £24m debt as some bikes are delivered to rightful owners
The administrators handling the collapse of used bike giant Superbike Factory have published their formal proposals, revealing the fate of dozens of bikes customers paid for but never received – along...
STATEMENT FROM SX GLOBAL ON THE FUTURE OF THE FIM WORLD SUPERCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP AND BRITISH GP
London, UK, 22 September 2026: Following recent speculation, SX Global can confirm that it is actively progressing discussions to secure significant new investment that will strengthen the foundations of the FIM World Supercross Championship and support its next phase of global g…
TEN YEARS AGO TODAY! DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN HONDA RECALLED 5,700 2015 & 2016 CRF450s FOR FAULTY TRANSMISSIONS
If you own a 2015 or 2016 Honda CRF450 contact your local dealer before riding the bike again. Honda is sending out letters to 5700 2015-16 Honda CRF450 owners to stop riding their bikes and go see their dealers to have a potentially defective transmission C5 gear replaced. The t…
Big-Bore Bikes get a Big Bill, Isle of Man TT Scraps Super Twins for 2027
Today, we have a brilliant list of to-do’s as everybody continues toward the riding season’s slow-downs: Canada and the U.S. have locked horns in a fresh trade dispute, placing a 50% counter-tariff on American heavyweight bikes. Moto Guzzi’s historic Mandello del Lario headquarte…
Yamaha Is Now Suing This East Coast Dealership For Nearly $3 Million
Motorcycles of Manchester is in Yamaha's crosshairs over a breach of contract.
DfT wants new motorcycle emissions laws, but admits it has no evidence to justify them
The Government wants to extend an existing emissions law to motorcycles, despite the DfT admitting it has no evidence showing that bikes need to be brought under the rules.
Harley-Davidson “Reset” Eyes Backing Grass Roots Bagger Racing
A corporate initiative called “Back To The Bricks” and labeled as a “Reset” for the company may see Harley-Davidson concentrate its U.S. racing activities on supporting customers involved in Bagger racing, instead of continuing to spend money on its own factory team running in Mo…
Polaris Is Shuttering Its Vietnam Plant After Indian's Sale
There's no need for a motorcycle plant when you don't sell motorcycles anymore.
SuperBike Factory collapse leaves £27.8m debt as losses mount
SuperBike Factory's administrators say the failed motorcycle retailer had £27.8m of debt after losses of more than £30m over two years.
World Supercross British GP cancelled as SX Global seeks new investment
SX Global has cancelled the World Supercross British GP just 18 days before race day as investment talks continue. Teams have backed the promoter, while the statement provides no specific update on Gold Coast or Christchurch. The post World Supercross British GP cancelled as SX G…
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KTM 450 Rally Replica Availability Confirmed For US, Canada
All the way back in April, we told you about the 2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica racebike coming to market , and said that’s great, but mere mortals will have a hard time getting their hands on one. Then KTM contacted us and said oh, anyone with enough money can buy one—and they expla…
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S12E04: Inside A Moto Dealership: Pricing, Warranties, Test Rides & More
We welcome Evan Yarnall, the mustachioed owner of Solid Performance, a KTM, Husqvarna, GasGas, and WP motorcycle dealership, who seems to be doing something right in the eyes of both his employees and customers. Join us as we take a deep dive into the logistics of owning a motorc…
Iron Offroad: Iron City’s online team launches 25,000-part dirt bike store
The people behind Leeds dealer Iron City Motorcycles and Harley parts giant Iron Stable have launched Iron Offroad , a UK website selling hard parts for motocross, enduro, trail and supermoto bikes – nearly 25,000 of them, from 55 brands, behind a lookup that only shows you what …
MotoGP: Grand Prix Commission Updates Regulations for 2027
The Grand Prix Commission, composed of Messrs. Paul Duparc (FIM), Mike Webb (IRTA), Biense Bierma (MSMA) and Carmelo Ezpeleta (MotoGP SEG, Chairman) in the presence of Jorge Viegas (FIM President), Carlos Ezpeleta (MotoGP SEG), Corrado Cecchinelli (Director of Technology), Paul K…
Zambenedetti: “The new regulation will be drastic and will eliminate Ducati’s advantage”
INTERVIEW - “The engine will be completely different, and we’ll face more challenges, but we’re working on it. If Superbike turns the tables, we have to ask ourselves if it’s still the right championship for Ducati.”
CFMoto motorcycle sales jump 30 per cent in first half of 2026
CFMoto sold almost 200,000 petrol motorcycles in the first half of 2026, with overseas sales accounting for around half of the total.
MotoGP teams fear e-fuel will cost 86 euros per liter in 2027!
That is an exorbitant price, especially for independent teams such as LCR, Pramac, Tech3, Trackhouse, Gresini Racing, and the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team
Norton ownership: dealerships, warranty, finance and roadside support explained
From its growing dealer network and Foster + Partners showrooms to warranty, roadside assistance, finance and the Norton Rider app, here’s what Norton ownership looks like.
KTM reaches major financial milestone as CEO rules out MotoGP team sale
KTM CEO Gottfried Neumeister has ruled out the company selling its MotoGP team, seemingly ending all speculation about its participation in the sport going forward, which is currently secured for the next five seasons.
MV Agusta confirm crisis procedure amid ‘proliferation of rumours’
MV Agusta have confirmed they have entered a formal Italian legal process designed to help companies address financial difficulties. The news came in a statement responding to what the firm...
New motorcycle sales data for August 2026 shows strong growth over the same month in 2025
New motorcycle sales across the UK have continued to show positive signs of growth in 2026, with fresh data supplied by the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) revealing a 17% uptick across August...
DVSA crackdown targets illegal, non-compliant helmets sold to UK riders
Motorcycle helmets that don’t actually meet the safety standard printed on them are being sold to UK riders, particularly through certain online marketplaces, according to TRL, the transport safety...
Harley-Davidson Balances Between Business and Bikes, New H2 Brewing at Kawasaki
This week, we have a great run-up of news to keep you busy: Harley-Davidson has approved a Q3 cash dividend of $0.1875 per share, leaving some riders wondering where the long-term R&D budget is headed. KTM has pulled the sheets off their brand new 2027 300 EXC HARDENDURO, complet…
Moto Guzzi open the doors to new cutting edge factory facility and museum following €50m investment
Italian brand Moto Guzzi have opened a new factory and museum facility in their home of town of Mandello del Lario, promising an increased production capacity and a collection of over 160 motorcycles...
Well, I’m glad that’s over. Or at least almost over.
What I’m referring to is Michelin’s time as the sole supplier of tires for MotoGP. It ends this year, the French tire-maker to be replaced by Italian giant Pirelli for 2027. I won’t miss them.... The post Well, I’m glad that’s over. Or at least almost over. appeared first on Moto…
Proposed emissions changes could outlaw many exhaust mods on bikes made since 2001
Riders who have fitted an aftermarket exhaust, remapped their bike’s ECU, or removed emissions hardware could be committing a criminal offence for the first time, if a Department for Transport (DfT)...
Honda UK plan to centralise motorcycle PDI process at Swindon facility to save dealerships time
Honda UK have big plans to fully centralise their motorcycle PDI process – bringing it all into a central team located at their Honda Motor Europe Logistics UK centre in Swindon. A small team began...
UK motorcycle helmet manufacturer acquired by TVS
Croydon-based boutique motorcycle helmet manufacturer, Hedon, make helmets by hand from their London-based unit. Founded in 2011 by Reg Flint and Lindsay Chong, the name was derived from the word...
O'NEAL | BIG BEAR GRAND PRIX - Year 2
Motocross history was made at the second annual Big Bear MX Grand Prix at Bear Mountain Resort in Big Bear Lake, California. O’NEAL was proud to serve as the presenting sponsor as the Swapmoto Race Series returned with an updated track, live concerts, chairlift access, and plenty…
[News Release]Consolidated Business Results Summary - First Half of Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2026 -
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd (Tokyo: 7272) announces its consolidated business results for the first half of fiscal 2026.
[News Release]Announcement of Personnel Changes
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo: 7272) announces the following personnel changes.
[News Release]New Organizational Reforms and Personnel Changes at Yamaha Motor
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo: 7272) has resolved to implement the following organizational reforms and personnel changes effective July 1, 2026.