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    • Reviews
      2026 BMW R 12 G/S Riding Impression
      Legit or retro adventure cosplay?
      By Mark HoyerSeptember 5, 2025
    • News
      CFMoto Launches 675NK, Updates 450cc Models for 2026
      675 naked joins lineup; 450SS sportbike and CL-C cruiser revamped this year.
      By Andrew CherneySeptember 5, 2025
    • News
      Honda CB500 Super Four Rumored
      New four-cylinder roadster could be presented in China this month.
      By Ben PurvisSeptember 5, 2025
    • Ask Kevin
      Suzuki in Grand Prix Racing: A History
      Innovation, stops, starts, and domination.
      By Kevin CameronSeptember 5, 2025
    • News
      Stark Future’s CEO: How Electric Can Beat Internal Combustion
      Reveals intentions to enter the streetbike market.
      By Ben PurvisSeptember 5, 2025
    • News
      BMW Vision CE Design Concept
      Roofed electric scooter could be a follow-up to the C1.
      By Ben PurvisSeptember 4, 2025
    • News
      Next-gen QJMotor SRK 800 RR on the Way
      Another QJMotor 800cc sportbike has appeared in type-approval filings.
      By Ben PurvisSeptember 3, 2025
    • News
      Honda EV Fun Close to Production
      First full-size Honda electric motorcycle is nearly ready for launch.
      By Ben PurvisSeptember 2, 2025
    • Triumph
      2025 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster
      A British classic, American-style.
      By Cycle World StaffSeptember 2, 2025
    • Kawasaki
      2026 Kawasaki KLX230 Sherpa S ABS and KLX230 DF ABS
      Approachable dual sports with utilitarian style.
      By Cycle World StaffSeptember 2, 2025
    • News
      Benda’s 350cc V-twin CVT Cruiser
      Chinchilla 350 CVT Neo creates a new option for cruiser customers.
      By Ben PurvisSeptember 1, 2025
    • Reviews
      2025 Suzuki DR-Z4SM Review
      A new take on a long-standing classic.
      By Evan AllenSeptember 1, 2025
    • News
      KTM RC 490 Spied Testing
      Long-awaited midsize twin looks ready for showrooms.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 29, 2025
    • Ask Kevin
      The Enduring Problem of Cyclic Variation
      Every power stroke is just a bit different.
      By Kevin CameronAugust 29, 2025
    • News
      Indian’s Hidden Radar Headlamp
      Design solves the problem of ugly, exposed radar sensors.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 28, 2025
    • Racing
      Marc Márquez Continues Domination In Hungary
      Pedro Acosta second while Jorge Martin improves.
      By Kevin CameronAugust 27, 2025
    • News
      Updated QJMotor SRK 450 RR Styling
      Controversial styling updated after only a year on market.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 27, 2025
    • News
      CFMoto Electric Sportbike Patent
      Work continues on future EV despite slow uptake of the tech.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 26, 2025
    • Reviews
      Royal Enfield’s Guerrilla 450 Breaks New Ground
      Aimed at the emerging global middle class, is it any good by US standards?
      By Seth RichardsAugust 25, 2025
    • News
      QJMotor Super4 Mini-Superveloce
      MV Agusta Superveloce in miniature.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 25, 2025
    • News
      Aprilia Patent Reveals MotoGP Secrets
      Documents confirm ground-effect intentions of unraced aero.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 22, 2025
    • Reviews
      2025 Honda Transalp First Ride
      Balanced performance, bargain price, and updated features.
      By Blake ConnerAugust 22, 2025
    • Bikes
      Can-Am Cuts Pulse & Origin Electric Motorcycle MSRP By $3000
      New pricing with no other changes for 2026.
      By Bradley AdamsJustin DawesAugust 21, 2025
    • News
      Honda Reinvents the Wheel
      New wheel and brake design aims to stop tires from overheating.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 21, 2025
    • Ask Kevin
      Seeing Tires Change
      It’s happening all the time.
      By Kevin CameronAugust 21, 2025
    • Reviews
      2025 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Ultra Review
      I thought no motorcycle existed in a vacuum. Then I rode H-D’s new tourer.
      By Seth RichardsAugust 19, 2025
    • News
      Honda Teases Upcoming Supercharged V3
      A 50-second video hints at sportbike styling and vast torque.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 18, 2025
    • Ask Kevin
      The Value of Racing for Production Bikes
      Innovation from necessity on racebikes creates better streetbikes.
      By Kevin CameronAugust 14, 2025
    • Reviews
      2026 Suzuki GSX-8T and GSX-8TT First Ride Review
      Just a styling exercise—or something more?
      By Adam ChildAugust 14, 2025
    • Zero
      2024 Zero FXE
      Zero’s FXE replaces the FXS model with sleeker bodywork and minor updates.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 12, 2025
    • Zero
      2024 Zero FX
      Zero’s lean and mean FX dual sport electric bike is the company’s hooligan.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 12, 2025
    • Yamaha
      2024 Yamaha XMAX
      Yamaha’s largest US market scooter is the best bang for the buck.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 12, 2025
    • News
      BMW’s F 450 GS Design Images Leaked Ahead of Launch
      Design registrations show finished version of last year’s Concept F 450 GS.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 8, 2025
    • News
      Honda CB1000F SE Concept Production Ready
      Although still called a concept, it’s clearly ready for production.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 7, 2025
    • MV Agusta
      2024 MV Agusta Superveloce 1000 Serie Oro
      A 1000cc version of the Superveloce, but it’s a limited run of 500 units.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 6, 2025
    • News
      QJMotor SRT400X Expected
      Rival for CFMoto’s Ibex 450 has been approved for sale.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 6, 2025
    • Bikes
      Stark Varg MX 1.2 First Look
      Revisions include a larger battery and improved range.
      By Blake ConnerAugust 5, 2025
    • Reviews
      KTM’s 2025 390 SMC R Is a Supermoto Value Like No Other
      High performance with a low price tag
      By Evan AllenAugust 5, 2025
    • MV Agusta
      2024 MV Agusta Brutale
      MV Agusta’s inline-four naked bike continues its 23-year-plus run.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 5, 2025
    • MV Agusta
      2024 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800
      MV Agusta creates an ADV-touring crossover using the F3’s 798cc platform.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 5, 2025
    • Zero
      2024 Zero S
      The gateway to Zero’s electric bike lineup gets major updates for 2024.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 5, 2025
    • News
      QJMotor SRK 921 Nears Production
      Roadster is essentially a Chinese-made MV Brutale.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 5, 2025
    • Bikes
      2026 CFMoto 750SR-S First Look
      Covers come off the first four-cylinder CFMoto sportbike.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 4, 2025
    • Royal Enfield
      2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
      The all-new liquid-cooled Himalayan 450 is a legit ADV machine.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 4, 2025
    • Can-Am
      2025 Can-Am Canyon
      A rugged three-wheeler designed for off-road adventures and exploration.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 4, 2025
    • Bikes
      BSA Bantam First Look
      Revived Bantam 350 targets Royal Enfield Hunter.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 1, 2025
    • Bikes
      Suzuki Upgrades the 2026 GSX-R1000 and GSX-R1000R
      Suzuki gives the GSX-R wings and engine mods to boost racing potential
      By Ben PurvisJuly 31, 2025
    • Ask Kevin
      The Cost of Vibration
      Numb hands are not the worst of it.
      By Kevin CameronJuly 30, 2025
    • MV Agusta
      2024 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800
      MV Agusta creates an ADV-touring crossover using the F3’s 798cc platform.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 5, 2025
    • Zero
      2024 Zero S
      The gateway to Zero’s electric bike lineup gets major updates for 2024.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 5, 2025
    • News
      QJMotor SRK 921 Nears Production
      Roadster is essentially a Chinese-made MV Brutale.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 5, 2025
    • Bikes
      2026 CFMoto 750SR-S First Look
      Covers come off the first four-cylinder CFMoto sportbike.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 4, 2025
    • Royal Enfield
      2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
      The all-new liquid-cooled Himalayan 450 is a legit ADV machine.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 4, 2025
    • Can-Am
      2025 Can-Am Canyon
      A rugged three-wheeler designed for off-road adventures and exploration.
      By Cycle World StaffAugust 4, 2025
    • Bikes
      BSA Bantam First Look
      Revived Bantam 350 targets Royal Enfield Hunter.
      By Ben PurvisAugust 1, 2025
    • Bikes
      Suzuki Upgrades the 2026 GSX-R1000 and GSX-R1000R
      Suzuki gives the GSX-R wings and engine mods to boost racing potential
      By Ben PurvisJuly 31, 2025
    • Ask Kevin
      The Cost of Vibration
      Numb hands are not the worst of it.
      By Kevin CameronJuly 30, 2025
    • Bikes
      Indian’s 2025 Forged Series Features New Chieftain PowerPlus
      Six-episode program tapped three builders to put their stamp on the bike.
      By Andrew CherneyJuly 29, 2025
    • News
      KTM CEO Gottfried Neumeister Interview
      “First, we think about our customer and our quality, the rest will follow.”
      By Adam ChildJuly 28, 2025
    • The Wire
      Jonny Walker 2nd at Romaniacs on Tiger 900 Rally Pro
      By The WireJuly 28, 2025
    • Triumph
      2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X and XE
      Remixed Scramblers have broader appeal.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 28, 2025
    • Husqvarna
      2024 Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
      A versatile open-class supermoto machine.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 28, 2025
    • BMW
      2024 BMW R 1300 GS
      Advanced adventure motorcycle with enhanced performance and technology.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 25, 2025
    • BMW
      2024 BMW R 1250 R
      Dynamic roadster blending power, precision, and advanced technology.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 25, 2025
    • BMW
      2024 BMW F 900 GS and F 900 GS Adventure
      Enhanced middleweight adventure motorcycles with advanced features.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 25, 2025
    • BMW
      2024 BMW F 800 GS
      Middleweight adventure bike with enhanced performance and versatility.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 25, 2025
    • Reviews
      Is the Panigale V2 S Really Better Than the 955 It Replaces?
      Old versus new, power versus weight. A head-to-head comparison.
      By Adam ChildJuly 25, 2025
    • News
      MV Agusta CEO Luca Martin Lays Out Plan for Growth
      On track after split with KTM.
      By Bruno dePratoJuly 24, 2025
    • Racing
      Joe Roberts Back on Track
      Win at Brno proves he’s healthy and competitive again.
      By Maria GuidottiJuly 24, 2025
    • The Wire
      Act Now: Youth OHVs at Risk in California
      Take Action to Protect Youth OHVs.
      By The WireJuly 24, 2025
    • Kawasaki
      2025 Kawasaki KLX300R
      Kawasaki’s full-size trail bike came to play. And with a lower price tag.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 24, 2025
    • The Wire
      Total Domination by Aprilia Tuareg Racing at the Ro Rally Marathon
      One–two finish overall and class hat-trick.
      By The WireJuly 22, 2025
    • News
      Voge RR500S Officially Revealed
      Another small-displacement inline-four sportbike emerges.
      By Ben PurvisJuly 22, 2025
    • Racing
      Marc Márquez Makes It Five in a Row
      Does Ducati have an unfair advantage?
      By Kevin CameronJuly 21, 2025
    • The Wire
      Pecco Bagnaia and the Ducati Lenovo Team visit the Brembo Headquarter
      By The WireJuly 21, 2025
    • News
      CFMoto Folding Sportbike Winglets
      There when you need them, gone when they’re not.
      By Ben PurvisJuly 21, 2025
    • The Wire
      Briar Bauman Races Harley-Davidson XG750R to Fifth Mission AFT SuperTwins Season Victory
      Bauman takes season points lead at Lucas Oil Short Track.
      By The WireJuly 21, 2025
    • Bikes
      Top Cruisers of 2025 for Beginner Riders
      Eleven entry-level bikes to get you started—and won’t shred your wallet.
      By StaffJuly 21, 2025
    • Bikes
      How Much Power Does the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Make?
      Measuring max power output from Yamaha’s CP2 engine on the Cycle World dyno.
      By Evan AllenJuly 18, 2025
    • Racing
      Jorge Martín Answers Tough Questions
      His thoughts on his contract with Aprilia, healing, and confidence.
      By Maria GuidottiJuly 18, 2025
    • News
      ZXJC 820RR Inline-Triple Sportbike
      Kove founder’s new company developing 150-hp, 370-pound sportbike.
      By Ben PurvisJuly 18, 2025
    • Racing
      Pedro Acosta Gets Real
      Rumors of VR46 and KTM struggles.
      By Maria GuidottiJuly 17, 2025
    • News
      Aprilia’s XGP Most Extreme Limited Edition Yet
      Trademark hints at new track-oriented V-4.
      By Ben PurvisJuly 17, 2025
    • The Wire
      Brembo 2025 MotoGP Preview Czech Republic GP
      By The WireJuly 16, 2025
    • News
      Honda CB1000F SE Set for Suzuka Launch
      Second version of upcoming CB1000F to be shown in August.
      By Ben PurvisJuly 16, 2025
    • Racing
      Marc Márquez Wins Crash-Filled German GP
      By Kevin CameronJuly 15, 2025
    • News
      CFMoto’s Variable Riding Position
      Moving bars and pegs point to future all-purpose sport-tourer.
      By Ben PurvisJuly 15, 2025
    • The Wire
      Stark Future Smashes EV Profitability Records in Q2 to Challenge Legacy Powersports
      Doubling YOY revenue propels the technology leader to its first profitable quarter and soars into the lead of powersports electrification.
      By The WireJuly 15, 2025
    • The Wire
      2025 Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival Revs Up Milwaukee
      Dates announced for 2026 H-D Homecoming Festival.
      By The WireJuly 15, 2025
    • Reviews
      2025 KTM 390 Adventure R Review
      A new standard for lightweight ADVs?
      By Evan AllenJuly 14, 2025
    • Gear and Products
      Brembo: Facts and Friction
      A deep dive into the world of Brembo brakes.
      By Blake ConnerJuly 14, 2025
    • The Wire
      Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Rider Kyle Wyman Doubles to Dominate King of the Baggers at Laguna Seca
      KWR Harley-Davidson Rider James Rispoli Scores two Mission Super Hooligan victories.
      By The WireJuly 14, 2025
    • Reviews
      CFMoto’s Ibex 450 Punches Above Its Class
      Middleweight capability from a lightweight ADV.
      By Justin DawesJuly 11, 2025
    • Yamaha
      2025 Yamaha YZ250X
      Yamaha’s YZ two-stroke meets the X factor.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 11, 2025
    • Kawasaki
      2025 Kawasaki KX450X
      Kawasaki’s big KX goes cross-country.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 11, 2025
    • Kawasaki
      2025 Kawasaki KX450SR
      Kawasaki’s flagship motocrosser steps it up with the Special Racer.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 11, 2025
    • Bikes
      Honda’s Cheap Electric Motorcycle
      Patent applications show ultra-inexpensive EV based on Shine 100.
      By Ben PurvisJuly 11, 2025
    • News
      Peter Egan’s New Book Is Not About Motorcycles
      “Landings in America,” where your favorite motorcycle author takes flight.
      By Mark HoyerJuly 11, 2025
    • Kawasaki
      2025 Kawasaki KX450
      Meet Kawasaki’s premier-class supercross and motocross weapon.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 11, 2025
    • Kawasaki
      2025 Kawasaki KX250X
      The little X gets a full makeover for 2025.
      By Cycle World StaffJuly 11, 2025
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