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Harley-Davidson’s New 2018 Softails Offer Huge Improvements To The Dyna And Softail Lineups They Replace

We rode 300 miles on Harley’s eight new Softail models to experience the revised platform and see what all the fuss was about

2017 Twin Ring Motegi MotoGP Wrap-Up

A memorable race-long battle between Andrea Dovizioso and Marc Marquez came down to the last turn of the final lap in Japan
2018 Indian Roadmaster Elite – Dyno Numbers

Horsepower and torque from the 2018 Thunder Stroke 111 motor
The 2018 Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 Has An Identity Crisis

Modest power and ample heft make the Aprilia’s supermoto more daily rider than hooligan machine
2018 Aprilia Shiver 900 First Ride Review

Crossing an SV650 with a Super Duke

Racing

Cory Texter’s 10 Favorite Racetracks

From short tracks to miles, American Flat Track national number 65 has raced a lot, and he has the memories—and trophies—to prove it.

By Cory Texter posted Oct 17th, 2017

Cory Texter has raced motorcycles all over the country, indoors and out, finishing everywhere from first to last. Here, he lists his top-10 tracks.
Ienatsch Tuesday

Quit Crashing Your Coffee: The Focus Fallback

How riders at all levels can better-balance the risk/reward of two wheels

By Nick Ienatsch posted Oct 17th, 2017

In this week’s column, Nick explains how motorcycle riders at all levels can better balance the risk/reward of two wheels.
Reviews

Harley-Davidson’s New 2018 Softails Offer Huge Improvements To The Dyna And Softail Lineups They Replace

We rode 300 miles on Harley’s eight new Softail models to experience the revised platform and see what all the fuss was about

By Sean MacDonald posted Oct 16th, 2017

Despite being based on the same chassis, two motor options, two rear tire widths, and three rear suspension options, the eight new Harley-Davidson Softails all feel and…
Blogs

Virtues Of The Crappy Motorcycle

It's always the best of times

By Peter Jones posted Oct 16th, 2017

Can riding a crappy bike every now and then bring back the calm joy of motoring along in the breeze? Peter Jones attempts to put that question to the test.

2018 HARLEY-DAVIDSON SOFTAIL LINEUP

Harley-Davidson's 12 new models, our thoughts on the death of the Dyna, and first ride impressions on the new bikes.

Ask Kevin Cameron - Videos from Q&A

Racing

2017 Twin Ring Motegi MotoGP Wrap-Up

A memorable race-long battle between Andrea Dovizioso and Marc Marquez came down to the last turn of the final lap in Japan

By Kevin Cameron posted Oct 16th, 2017

A memorable race-long battle between Andrea Dovizioso and Marc Marquez came down to the last turn of the final lap in Japan.
Racing

MotoGP Rookie Johann Zarco Wins Pole Position In Japan

Factory Yamaha riders Valentino Rossi and Maverick Vinales sound alarm

By Maria Guidotti posted Oct 14th, 2017

Yamaha factory MotoGP riders Valentino Rossi and Maverick Vinales describe their struggles in wet conditions at Motegi in Japan.
Racing

What *Really* Happened At The 2017 HighPipe Motorcycle Festival

A throwback to the golden days of motorcycling

By Jean Turner posted Oct 13th, 2017

The HighPipe Motorcycle Festival celebrates the go-anywhere, do-anything motorcycle in a three-day celebration. Here’s a little of what you missed at the 2017 event.

Video

2018 Indian Roadmaster Elite – Dyno Numbers

Horsepower and torque from the 2018 Thunder Stroke 111 motor

By Jon McDevitt posted Oct 13th, 2017

Check out the power output from Indian’s luxury bagger, the ’18 Roadmaster Elite…
Lifestyle

The Lives Of Pistons

Poor cooling leads to higher temperatures and more rapid fatigue

By Kevin Cameron posted Oct 13th, 2017

Modern piston crowns and combustion chambers are nearly flat, resulting in minimum surface area, but that hasn’t always been the case.

News

Triumph Opens Factory Visitor Center and Begins Factory Tours

A ton of history under one roof, finally open to the public

By Steve Anderson posted Oct 13th, 2017

We take a peek inside Triumph’s newly opened visitor center…
Lifestyle

Dogs And Their Motorcyclists

What is it about dogs that mixes well with motorcyclists?

By Gaz Boulanger posted Oct 13th, 2017

Dogs and motorcyclists are like two peas in a pod, as seen with British TV personality Guy Martin and MotoGP star Valentino Rossi.
Racing

Max Biaggi Expects Jorge Lorenzo To Fight For MotoGP Title In 2018

Marc Marquez “makes the difference,” says the six-time world champion

By Maria Guidotti posted Oct 12th, 2017

Max Biaggi survived a scary supermoto crash this summer and is now leading a new generation of Italian racers toward championship success.
Reviews

The 2018 Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 Has An Identity Crisis

Modest power and ample heft make the Aprilia’s supermoto more daily rider than hooligan machine

By Sean MacDonald posted Oct 12th, 2017

We get a first ride on the new 2018 Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 supermoto to try and figure out who should add one to their garage.
Reviews

2018 Aprilia Shiver 900 First Ride Review

Crossing an SV650 with a Super Duke

By Zack Courts posted Oct 12th, 2017

Ducati Monster 821, Triumph Street Triple S, and… Aprilia Shiver 900?

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Back When The Harley-Davidson FXR Made Its Return—From The Archives

Old Harley models don't die; they just come back in limited production runs

By Steve Anderson posted Oct 12th, 2017

In 1999 the FXR returned—sort of. After a four year absence Harley-Davidson brought the FXR back, but only in limited production runs.
News

Hooligans for Hurricane Relief

Bonnier Motorcycle Group teams up with Inked Iron and Roland Sands Design

By Morgan Gales posted Oct 12th, 2017

Bonnier Motorcycle Group teams up with Inked Iron and Roland Sands Design to bring relief to those affected by the recent hurricane season through flat track racing and…

Burt Munro 50

The Spirit Of Munro

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RETURNS TO BONNEVILLE AND LAND SPEED RACING TO HONOR BURT MUNRO

Lifestyle

Motorcycle Mover Is Taking Transportation To Concierge Levels

California company offers more than towing, with an eye for kid-glove treatment on several levels

By Gaz Boulanger posted Oct 11th, 2017

Motorcycle Mover handles kid-glove transportation services to owners, corporations and collectors in Greater Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.
News

Ducati No Longer For Sale?

Prominent German metalworkers’ union reportedly stopped sale of Italian motorcycle manufacturer

By Bruno dePrato posted Oct 11th, 2017

Ducati will need strong support from parent company Volkswagen to succeed in the future.
Ienatsch Tuesday

U-Turns: Let's Make a Change

Nick and his instructors discuss u-turns

By Nick Ienatsch posted Oct 11th, 2017

For this week’s column, Nick and his instructors record a conversation about safe and repeatable U-turns.

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2017 Twin Ring Motegi MotoGP Wrap-Up

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Harley-Davidson’s New 2018 Softails Offer Huge Improvements To The Dyna And Softail Lineups They Replace

Virtues Of The Crappy Motorcycle

Ask Kevin Cameron - Videos from Q&A

2017 Twin Ring Motegi MotoGP Wrap-Up

MotoGP Rookie Johann Zarco Wins Pole Position In Japan

What Really Happened At The 2017 HighPipe Motorcycle Festival

2018 Indian Roadmaster Elite – Dyno Numbers

The Lives Of Pistons

Triumph Opens Factory Visitor Center and Begins Factory Tours

Dogs And Their Motorcyclists

Max Biaggi Expects Jorge Lorenzo To Fight For MotoGP Title In 2018

The 2018 Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 Has An Identity Crisis

2018 Aprilia Shiver 900 First Ride Review

Back When The Harley-Davidson FXR Made Its Return—From The Archives

Hooligans for Hurricane Relief

Burt Munro 50

Motorcycle Mover Is Taking Transportation To Concierge Levels

Ducati No Longer For Sale?

U-Turns: Let's Make a Change