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Sub-litre machines are the super-naked sweet spot. Gruntier and more purposeful than middleweights, yet more manageable and affordable than 1000cc-plus hyper-nakeds, 800-900cc offerings are a...
The reborn version of BSA (owned and made in India, designed in the UK, sort of like Royal Enfield) had a stand at EICMA, updating the world on their plans. It seems they’ve slowed things down a bit (their 350 adventure bike still isn’t in dealerships), but they’re pushing forwar…
The 2027 Triumph TF 450-X, TF 250-E and TF 450-E motorcycles have been updated with improvements to chassis design, powertrain, and rider control. TF 450-X Highlights:... The post Triumph Announces updates for Off-Road Models appeared first on Motorcycle Mojo .
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China didn't get the memo that affordable motorcycles are supposed to be boring.
Royal Enfield makes a splash at EICMA 2026, with the release of its redesigned 750 engine, along with the release of multiple new models and updated models for 2027. Himalayan 750 Now Royal Enfield... The post Royal Enfield Releases Multiple New Models for 2027 appeared first on …
The revived British motorcycle marque has revealed two new middleweight adventure bikes for 2027, including a more off-road-focused Rally version.
The November 2026 issue of Rider Magazine has arrived! On the cover: Expect the unexpected. Photo courtesy of Buell Subscribe Now Additional stories in the November 2026 issue of Rider Magazine . Stiletto or Swiss Army? | First Ride 2026 Triumph Trident 660 & Tiger Sport 660 An E…
We got up close and personal with BMW's new M 1000 RS at EICMA. This is what a 218 hp hyper naked looks like.
Beta is an off-road company, and most of its machinery is for motocross or enduro racing, or directly or indirectly descended from that sort of fun. However, they do make street-legal machinery too, including dual-sport models and now they also have a new adventure bike. The all-…
Beta's all-new RE 330 adventure motorcycle is coming to Australia in 2027, with a new single-cylinder engine, expected LAMS eligibility and an expected ready-to-ride weight below 150 kg. The post All-new Beta RE 330 adventure bike coming to Australia in 2027 appeared first on MCN…
Suzuki Canada Inc. is pleased to announce its 2027 motorcycle lineup, highlighted by the introduction of two all-new models: the GSX-10R and SV-7S. The new models bring advanced technology and fresh character to Suzuki’s sport and street categories, joining a returning lineup tha…
The hottest motorcycle market right now are EV dirt bikes, and BMW just made its first step into the niche.
If you’d told a motorcycle enthusiast twenty years ago that Royal Enfield would become one of the most exciting manufacturers in the business, they’d probably have laughed you out of the garage. But the Indian powerhouse has spent the past decade proving the doubters wrong, with …
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Chinese manufacturer Benda (owned by Keyway Group) has revealed two versions of a new “roadster” model it calls the Vinster. The machine will arrive in two versions: the Vinster 700 and the Vinster X 700. The Vinster 700 is the more street-oriented version, while the Vinster X 70…
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Figured I'd include some other examples someone may consider if looking at these. To me, it feels like Guzzi has tried to bring something to market that's on par with competition, or tries to best it. Whereas it feels like HD has asked "What can we try to get away with?" Harley-D…
Greetings! Welcome to this cool and wet mid-November edition of the Monday Gate Drop Column. This week’s column is once again brought to you by the awesome folks at Yamaha Motor Canada. Star Racing Yamaha rider Cole Davies is currently dominating the SX2 class in the Australian S…
Yamaha Motor Canada is pleased to announce 2027 street motorcycle lineup including Supersport, Hyper Naked, Sport Heritage, Touring and Scooter models. Yamaha’s street motorcycle lineup offers a wide range of options for every type of motorcyclist. 2027 Supersport Lineup: Yamaha’…
Words by: Chris Pomeroy Photos by: Simon Cudby To understand the full scope of changes Honda has made to the 2027 CRF450R platform, we first have to go back a few years and look at the evolution of this already successful bike. Since 2023, Honda has been steadily refining both th…
KOVE unveiled the 125 RALLY, 350 RALLY, and 650RR at EICMA, alongside the BONIC and E-500RR electric motorcycles, and the brand's Electronic Clutch.
From Honda's V3 supercharged concept to CFMOTO's new V4 superbike, here are 10 new motorcycles from EICMA 2026 we're looking forward to riding.
Today on BikeBound.com: The Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 has broken cover. What say you? ——— #royalenfield #royalenfieldhimalayan #advbike #adventurebike #rallybike via Instagram https://instagr.am/p/DfQaNT7hpKI/
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The gas mini bike has been part of American backyards for a long time, and many riders still remember pulling the starter cord on one for the first time. These were simple machines with very few parts, and that simplicity is the reason so many people used them as their first way …
In the middle of all last week’s new model releases, Yamaha announced its US-market street lineup for 2027, and the name of the game next year is: No surprises. Yamaha didn’t release any surprise flagship motorcycles at EICMA this year, despite teases about big news. We got the n…
Come on, which one of you stole summer? Autumn feels like a vigorous slap in the face. A 20°C day, swiftly followed by a 6°C ride home from the pub at 11pm, still rocking a mesh jacket, jeans and...
Fresh Graffiti graphics, extra equipment and two very different engines: Ducati’s 2027 Hypermotard RVE pair offer a choice between the 77.5 hp 698 Mono and 120.4 hp V2. We look at what changes and what underpins each model. The post 2027 Ducati Hypermotard RVE: Two ways to test y…
CFMoto 550MT Specs: Engine: 527cc / 54hp @ 8,000 rpm Weight: 172kg dry Wheels: 19" front / 17" rear Fuel Tank: 23L Seat Height: 800mm / 820mm Tech: Quickshifter, E-clutch, Cornering ABS, Traction Control, Cruise Control, Rear Detection System (RDS / Blind Spot Detection), 3 Ridin…
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Benelli's wildest EICMA reveal has a 14,000-rpm three-cylinder with, moving winglets and enough fancy hardware to make the Europeans nervous.
After two days spent exploring the stands at the Milan Motorcycle Show, we take stock of the most interesting new models. From the Chinese challenge to the response from the major brands, with bold choices and a few doubts
BSA have expanded their 334cc Bantam family at the EICMA show in Milan with two new models – the Bantam Bobber 350 and Bantam Scrambler 350 – plus a higher-spec Bobber SP, all due on sale in...
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Italian motorcycle manufacturer Vent has unveiled two new models aimed at young motocross riders. With the RV 65 and RV 85, the manufacturer is targeting the next generation of riders, focusing on modern technology in the popular 65cc and 85cc classes. The new motocross bikes fea…
Latest KYB suspension with revised settings and new tool-free adjustability New precision-tuned Neken triple clamps for the TF 250-E further refine front-end performance Powertrain updates improve shifting and control Premium Brembo, Galfer, and ProTaper components with advanced …
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CFMOTO just announced the new V4 bike is now in production and will be available to the public sometime soon (undetermined release date) Some notable specs : 315kmh or 195mph Active Aero 997CC 90° V4 engine 210hp at 15k rpm 180kg dry weight approximately
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The motorcycle industry doesn’t need another cruiser. It doesn’t need another superbike. It needs something like this. For 36 years, Rider has asked a decidedly difficult question: Which motorcycle best represents where the industry is going? The Motorcycle of the Year award is r…
Ducati's 2027 Panigale V4 SP adds carbon wheels, a dry clutch, racing gearbox and V4 R aero to its 218 hp sportsbike platform. Australian pricing starts from $61,500 ride-away. The post What does the Ducati Panigale V4 SP’s $9575 premium buy? appeared first on MCNews .
The new Diavel V4, the DesertX Rally, and the exclusive Panigale V4 SP, Panigale V2 SP, and Streetfighter V4 SP are unveiled to the public. The off-road world gains the new Desmo250 EDS.
The Voge R800 is bringing premium-bike toys to the middleweight party, and Japan might want to take notes.
Husqvarna Mobility is proud to introduce its next-generation FC 250 Factory Edition and FC 450 Factory Edition machines. Following extensive testing and utilizing the valuable feedback gathered from both professional and amateur riders, the two models combine significant engineer…
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The new Moto Morini Camel doesn’t look like a bike from the 1980s (it’s no Moto Guzzi V85), but it takes an idea from the 1980s and modernizes it, with everything you’d expect from a modern middleweight adventure travel machine. Back in the ’80s, North America was obsessed with s…
Winglets might be fashionable, but Honda says they're not necessary on every Fireblade. Here's why the 2027 standard and SP models go without them.
As always, our December edition of Fast Bikes magazine is packed with product guides, columns, and fantastic features. If you’d like to read Fast Bikes, then you can order yourself a print copy, download the digital version, or better yet bag a saving and subscribe ! Here’s what …
Carbon wheels, a dry clutch and adjustable rearsets headline Ducati’s 2027 Streetfighter V4 SP. We break down the equipment, specifications and $57,525 Australian ride-away starting price. The post 2027 Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP: What does $13,200 over the S buy? appeared first …
Honda is showcasing the new SH350, the new Africa Twin (in three versions), the ADV125, and the new CBR1000RR-R Fireblade at EICMA.
Updates to Triumph’s Motocross and Enduro models to be revealed tomorrow Full details, images and specifications available from 12.00 noon GMT on Tuesday 3 November Triumph Motorcycles will reveal its latest Motocross and Enduro models tomorrow, with updates across its competitio…
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Development is progressing in Modena, with Matteo Ferrari currently acting as the sole test rider. The Superbike project is being run by Aspar, and it appears that a deadline for the official debut has already been set.
KTM’s ultimate expression of motocross engineering reaches a zenith for 2027. The brand-new KTM 450 SX-F FACTORY EDITION and KTM 250 SX-F FACTORY EDITION will usher in a fresh generation of genre-defining technology and standards. Every year KTM’s SX-F FACTORY EDITIONs have taken…
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Limited to just 1,000 units worldwide, BMW is reshaping the hypernaked segment with this M1000 RR-powered M1000 RS.
Built as the homologation model for Ducati’s 2027 WorldSSP campaign, the Panigale V2 SP adds a longer swingarm, forged wheels and a dry clutch. Australian pricing starts at $30,325 ride away. The post Dry clutch, forged wheels and a WorldSSP brief for Ducati’s V2 SP appeared firs…
Not everything at EICMA is all-new; sometimes an OEM just brings a repackaged version of an existing bike to the Italian motorcycle industry show. This year, Moto Guzzi brought a bold-new-graphic’d version of their classic retro-adventure model to the show, along with their all-n…
I presume the Canadian spec and the US spec should be almost identical. 440 cc single cylinder, air-oil cooled 27hp power, 28 pound-feet of Torque 187 kg fueled and ready to ride 6 gear transmission, chain drive All LED lighting TFT display USB C charger standard 2 up seat standa…
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The new 2027 Fantic Caballero 500 motorcycle has the attitude of a supermoto, the shoes of an adventure bike, and absolutely no interest in explaining itself.
Superbikes have become incredibly complicated and sophisticated in recent years—and expensive. What if you just want a sporty-looking motorcycle for more reasonable money, to enjoy it on open roads? It seems the Japanese OEMs are hearing this message, and as a result we have the …
Ducati have used Eicma to preview the Desmo250 EDS, a 250cc four-stroke enduro bike that will join their fast-expanding off-road range in Europe from July 2027 as part of the 2028 model...
Royal Enfield have partnered with fashion brand, Deus Ex Machina to produce a special version of the Shotgun 650 cruiser; known as ‘Son of a Gun’. Mechanically unchanged from the standard...
Suzuki's latest liter bike has superbike DNA, enough electronics to launch a spaceship, and an actual interest in everyday riding.
Whether it be superbike, supersport, naked, adventure, cruiser or off-road, Ducati’s brand-new 2027 line-up covers each segment.
Honda has launched the new CBR1000RR-R Fireblade HRC Works Edition, which arrives littered with premium components, and MotoGP-style technology.
Honda bursts onto the supersport scene having redesigned fully 75 percent of the components of their flagship Fireblade racing motorcycle. This CBR1000RR-R is the result of 34 years of predecessors; Honda’s CBR line started in 1992 and it is lighter, more powerful, and more tech-…
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TVS Motor Chairman and Managing Director, Sudarshan Venu insists Norton’s new 450 is about bringing the British brand to a wider audience without compromising its premium identity. Revealed this...
The first Flying Flea out of the gate, called the C6, has been impressing those who've ridden it. Will the upcoming S6 Scrambler do the same?
Royal Enfield‘s electric scrambler, the Flying Flea S6, won’t reach riders until summer 2027 – around six months later than first indicated – the firm have confirmed. The announcement was made at...
Kove made a big impact on the adventure bike scene with their race-oriented 450 Rally when it proved its capabilities at the Dakar races. As the 2020s roll onwards, though, they’re broadening their lineup with new adventure bikes that are more real-world oriented, with lower pric…
The now 10-year-old Chinese motorcycle company Benda have just lifted the covers on a brand-new set of roadsters called the Vinster 700 and X 700. The two bikes are built on the same double cradle...
Yamaha’s 2027 new-model launch at EICMA has given us more than just that, after the company revealed an exciting new Ténéré 4 Concept, driven by customer demand.
Most currently licensed, fully-fledged motorcyclists think that a motorbike should be a certain size or have certain capabilities. The youth of today, however, appear to think otherwise, and in the past few years there has been a massive increase in the number of made-in-China eb…
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Chinese bike manufacturer Kove have just expanded their adventure-focused Rally range to include 350cc and 125cc engines and updated machines in the 450cc category, with pricing and release dates...
Harley-Davidson just debuted the 2027 X350T at EICMA, and it's all because of tax code changes.
ZXMoto is one of China’s most interesting manufacturers, founded by Zhang Xue after he parted ways with Kove. Xue was a big part of Kove’s early success at Dakar (or at least, that’s the narrative we were presented). He seems to be approaching ZXMoto’s work ahead with similar vig…
KTM has just revealed the 2028 450 RC, its new mid-displacement sport bike. According to KTM, the bike arrives with its “…own chassis setup, calibration, and specifications that combine class-leading performance, premium componentry, and authentic riding dynamics.” Although it wa…
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KTM have updated the 1390 Super Duke R for 2027, handing their V-twin super-naked the 8.8in touchscreen dash and Brembo Hypure front calipers from this year’s limited-edition RR, along with new...
Aprilia built a 220-horsepower superbike with MotoGP aerodynamics, then decided a wrench was better than another computer.
The A2 category is where all the action is these days. Machines in this learner-friendly category are legal for Euro/Brit riders who’ve on from piddly A1-legal 125s, and the machines are also aspirational for riders in developing markets, who are paying the bills by buying in vol…
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One version wants to conquer the desert. Another wants to babysit you through rush-hour traffic. Honda's covering all its bases.
BMW is bringing back the Rennsport moniker. The latest machine to carry the Rennsport nameplate is the limited-edition 2027 M 1000 RS Rennsport “hyper-naked.” BMW says the new machine is its ultimate hyper-naked bike, with global production limited to 1,000 units. BMW says the M …
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Electric brand, Zero Motorcycles used their stand at the EICMA trade show in Milan to unveil ‘Project Ventura’ – a new supermoto-inspired machine for A1 licence holders from as young as...
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Same 111 horsepower, same Ducati DNA, and fewer fancy bits. Turns out, less really can be more.
Aprilia have revealed a new range-topping RSV4 called the Obscure Spe.Ed., a numbered run of 500 bikes with carbon wheels, mechanically adjustable Öhlins suspension and a MotoGP-derived aero package...
An electric compressor, titanium everything, and now AI-powered voice controls. Honda, we just want to ride the damn thing.
Ducati’s main releases at EICMA are always the expensive V4 superbikes and tourers and so on, but what Ducatis do people actually buy? A lot of them buy Monsters because that’s what they can afford, and to that end, we now have the new Ducati Monster Dark. The Ducati Monster Dark…
The influx of machines from the People’s Republic is enough to make your head spin. Exotic names from motorcycling’s past have been revived to battle for your hard-earned cash alongside a bewildering...
India gets a ridiculously well-equipped little Duke, while American riders are apparently supposed to be happy with less.
KTM is back at it with a long-anticipated, updated 1390 Super Duke GT sport tourer. Fans of the marque will note that due to some unpleasantness, there was no 2026 Super Duke GT, and depending on what part of the world you live in, no 2025 version either. So the ’27 release is we…
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Within the ever-expanding choice from the massively popular adventure bike class, is a broad selection of more affordable and manageable smaller capacity A2-compliant options. In the first of...
As far as Chinese manufacturers go, Benda has some of the more daring designs on the market, including such oddities as a baby boxer, featuring a 250 flat twin . Benda has just released its first adventure bike at the EICMA show in Milan today, an all-new machine. Benda’s probabl…
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There’s no doubt that modern superbikes are mechanical wonders capable of achieving unprecedented performance in the right hands, but their 200bhp-plus outputs and hefty prices are simply too much for...
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Moto Guzzi teased a new parallel twin motorcycle a couple of times in 2026, and now the machine has been revealed at EICMA. It’s a big departure from the past few decades of Moto Guzzi history, but perhaps a signal of a new budget-friendly direction. The basic details you need to…
Suzuki have just lifted the lid on a new iteration of the legendary 650 V-twin platform called the SV-7S. Strongly resembling the companies celebrated SV650 first introduced in 1999, which was...
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When Ducati started to introduce its off-road lineup, people immediately wondered: Will they start racing the Dakar Rally? And the answer is finally yes. Sort of. They’ve revealed the new EDS 450 Rally model at the Dakar Rally. Ducati is teaming up with Rebel X Sports on this pro…
Honda have revealed a prototype version of the V3R900 E-Compressor at Eicma in Milan, two years after the electrically supercharged V3 engine first broke cover at the same show as a bare motor in a...
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Ducati are introducing subtle updates to their Diavel V4 for 2027, as well as introducing a new S model variant with additional technology and added customisation. As before, performance comes...
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Australia's outrageous V8 superbike has enough horsepower to embarrass supercars, but its biggest claim deserves a closer look.
In recent years, Ducati have dominated top-flight production class racing across the globe. In 2026 alone, their Panigale V4R has won the World Superbike championship, the British Superbike...
It wouldn’t be a new bike show season without Ducati revealing some spicy new performance models, and this year both the Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4 are getting the full SP treatment – launched...
No really, Honda says the Planned Production model of the V3R currently sits in the halls of EICMA in Milan. The bike is ready, they say, for its debut. All New This is a wholly new engine design set into a wholly new chassis. It’s a naked muscle bike, fully designed around not j…
This week, the EICMA motorcycle industry show runs in Milan, Italy. And this year, we’ve got writers in North America keeping you on top of the latest releases, but we also have a couple of folks on the scene in Europe. Emily Roberts, a trials rider/racer/journo from British Colu…
The Ducati DesertX Rally sub-model returns for 2027, with even more off-road hooliganism baked into its recipe. This is supposed to be the most capable off-road model that Ducati has ever made (outside of its new Desmo dirt bikes, of course). And it’s a big upgrade over the previ…
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The rumors are true: Yamaha pulled the wraps off a Tenere 400 concept on EICMA eve. Details are thin, but we have one photo from Yamaha, and this short video with bad music to help us out. What We Can Glean The new tiny Tenere looks like its upright 700cc brother, but sports a si…
