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Kawasaki Working on Electronic Shift Transmission
New design could benefit everything from firm’s tourers to its superbikes.
By Ben PurvisJanuary 26, 2021
Bikes
2022 Kawasaki KLR650 First Look
The stone axe of ADV motorcycling has returned.
By Jenny SmithJanuary 26, 2021
Bikes
Triumph Announces All-new Speed Triple 1200 RS
The iconic Speed Triple gets a full makeover, gaining 30 hp and losing a chunk of weight to boot.
By Chris NorthoverJanuary 26, 2021
Bikes
2022 Indian FTR First Look
Indian’s flat track-inspired model gets a street-minded makeover.
By Morgan GalesJanuary 26, 2021
Ask Kevin
Is There a Best Displacement for Motorcycles?
Lots of opinions and evidence, few conclusions
By Kevin CameronJanuary 25, 2021
Bikes
Harley-Davidson’s Push for Automation
Milwaukee’s future high-tech machines will look to focus on safety.
By Ben PurvisJanuary 25, 2021
Bikes
Moto Guzzi Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary With Iconic Livery
The colors of its glorious past point to good days ahead.
By Seth RichardsJanuary 22, 2021
News
New KTM 1290 Super Duke RR Specs Leaked
High-end and lighter-weight Super Duke is on the way.
By Ben PurvisJanuary 22, 2021
Ask Kevin
The Persistence of the Piston Engine
Why hasn’t electric or some other method of propulsion taken over yet?
By Kevin CameronJanuary 22, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Husqvarna FC 450
The flagship motocrosser from Austria’s white, blue, and yellow manufacturer
By StaffJanuary 22, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 KTM 450 SMR
KTM’s closed-course supermoto weapon
By StaffJanuary 22, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Yamaha YZ450F
Yamaha’s full-size motocrosser receives top marks for engine, handling, and suspension.
By StaffJanuary 22, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Honda CRF450R
Highly anticipated and highly revised
By StaffJanuary 22, 2021
Bikes
A Voluptuous BMW R 18 Custom From Kingston Custom
Exaggerated curves and valenced covers highlight this art deco sculpture.
By Andrew CherneyJanuary 21, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Kawasaki KX450
Small updates make a great motocrosser even better.
By StaffJanuary 21, 2021
Bikes
2021 Harley-Davidson Bagger and CVO Models Updated
New audio for CVO models, while Special trim baggers see new graphics.
By Andrew CherneyJanuary 20, 2021
Ask Kevin
Picky Little Details
Get them wrong and you may have a failure.
By Kevin CameronJanuary 20, 2021
Bikes
2021 KTM 890 Duke First Look
More is…well, more.
By Jenny SmithJanuary 20, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 KTM 250 SX-F
KTM’s 250 four-stroke has got it all.
By StaffJanuary 20, 2021
Bikes
2021 Harley-Davidson Street Bob 114 First Look
The Motor Company unveils its newest Softail and refreshes the iconic Fat Boy.
By Andrew CherneyJanuary 19, 2021
Ienatsch Tuesday
2021: The Year of the Motorcycle Brakelight, Part 3
Just a touch
By Nick IenatschJanuary 19, 2021
News
Kawasaki Simplifies Tilting Trike With New Patent
Fresh idea could allow any bike to be made into a Niken-style three-wheeler
By Ben PurvisJanuary 18, 2021
Bikes
Aprilia Teases Revamped 2021 RSV4 and Tuono V4
Long-awaited updates bring new style and new tech to Aprilia’s flagships.
By Seth RichardsJanuary 15, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Kawasaki KX250
The KX250 sees a major revamp this year.
By StaffJanuary 15, 2021
Bikes
First Look: Sondors’ First Electric Motorcycle
Ebike brand’s Metacycle priced at $5,000, with delivery expected in Q4.
By StaffJanuary 15, 2021
Bikes
New Fuell Designs Revealed in Patent
Erik Buell’s next emachine is probably not what you might expect.
By Ben PurvisJanuary 15, 2021
Racing
King of the Baggers Race Grows for 2021
MotoAmerica’s full-figured big-bore race gets five rounds for the new year.
By Andrew CherneyJanuary 15, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Kawasaki KX450X
2021 marks Kawasaki’s entry into the cross-country motorcycle market.
By StaffJanuary 14, 2021
Ask Kevin
Thinking About Engine Vibration
Balancing the starts and stops
By Kevin CameronJanuary 14, 2021
Bikes
2021 Moto Guzzi V9 and V85 TT First Look
More power and upgrades for the custom and adventure models.
By Bruno dePratoJanuary 14, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Husqvarna FC 250
The Austrian’s ultra-competitive 250F motocross entry
By StaffJanuary 14, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Yamaha YZ250F
2021′s class-leading 250 four-stroke motocrosser
By StaffJanuary 14, 2021
Ask Kevin
Parallel Twins Take Over
Because we want them or because manufacturers want us to want them?
By Kevin CameronJanuary 13, 2021
Bikes
How Much Power Does the Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Make?
Horsepower and torque figures on Big Red’s limited-production superbike
By Michael GilbertJanuary 13, 2021
Bikes
Super Soco TS Street Hunter and TC Scooped
A peek at the firm’s 2021 electric bikes before you’re meant to see them
By Ben PurvisJanuary 13, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Honda CRF250R
Honda’s well-rounded entry to the 250F motocross class
By StaffJanuary 13, 2021
Bikes
2020 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 First Ride Review
Attainable adventure
By Serena BleekerJanuary 13, 2021
Racing
Skyler Howes Talks About Leading the Dakar Rally
The privateer led the standings for a short time after Stage 3.
By Maria GuidottiJanuary 12, 2021
Ienatsch Tuesday
2021: The Year of the Motorcycle Brakelight, Part 2
Faster and safer
By Nick IenatschJanuary 12, 2021
Reviews
Magni’s Italia Is Lightness and Beauty in a Classic Shape
Built on those that have come before.
By Bruno dePratoJanuary 12, 2021
Bikes
India Is Crazy for Classic Motorcycles
Storied brands like Enfield, Triumph, and Jawa are thriving.
By StaffJanuary 11, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP
Honda’s latest inline-four takes aim at V-4 superbikes.
By StaffJanuary 11, 2021
Bikes
Kenny Cummings’ Norton Obsession
The NYC Norton owner can’t see himself doing anything else.
By Seth RichardsJanuary 11, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Yamaha Ténéré 700
The long-awaited middleweight Ténéré is finally here.
By StaffJanuary 8, 2021
News
Yamaha Turbo Triple Project Forges Ahead
Rash of new patents show Yamaha getting serious on turbocharged bikes.
By Ben PurvisJanuary 8, 2021
Reviews
2021 Beta 250 RR Review
Continued improvements after a major overhaul for MY20
By Allan BrownJanuary 8, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 Aprilia RS 660
Top-notch performance and quality for track or daily riding.
By StaffJanuary 7, 2021
Bikes
The 2021 Ural Gear Up GEO Is the Best Kind of Crazy
A sidecar rig for off-roading oligarchs
By Seth RichardsJanuary 7, 2021

Bikes
KTM’s 450 Rally Replica Is An Off The Shelf Racer
The differences between the Dakar factory bike and the 2021 replica version
By Maria GuidottiJanuary 7, 2021
Bikes
2021 Aprilia Tuono 660 First Look
Model citizen: The upright Aprilia Tuono 660 is cheaper than the RS 660.
By Seth RichardsJanuary 7, 2021
Reviews
2021 KTM 450 SMR First Ride Review
Breaking supermoto barriers
By Michael GilbertJanuary 7, 2021
Buyer's Guide
2021 BMW R 18
BMW’s American-style cruiser
By StaffJanuary 6, 2021
Bikes
2021 Honda Gold Wing First Look
Flagship tourer boosts cargo capacity and passenger comfort for new year.
By StaffJanuary 6, 2021
Bikes
How Much Power Does the 2020 Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Make?
Horsepower and torque figures on Kawasaki’s lightweight adventure machine
By Michael GilbertJanuary 6, 2021
Ienatsch Tuesday
2021: The Year of the Motorcycle Brake Light, Part 1
Speed and safety await—let’s examine consistent speed first.
By Nick IenatschJanuary 5, 2021
Gear and Products
Pando Moto Cordura Cargo Pants Review
A well-rounded set of riding pants, if you don’t ride a cruiser…
By Morgan GalesJanuary 5, 2021
Reviews
2020 KTM 790 Adventure R vs. Yamaha Ténéré 700
The altered state of adventure
By Justin DawesJanuary 4, 2021
Bikes
Steve Storz and the Birth of Storz Performance
How Steve Storz built Storz Performance into the go-to place for race-bred parts that work.
By John L. SteinJanuary 4, 2021
Bikes
Kevin Cameron and Writing By Accident
Technical Editor Kevin Cameron on how “TDC” became his column.
By Kevin CameronDecember 31, 2020
Bikes
Racing to the Virtual Cafe
With the keys to Black Magic
By Peter EganDecember 30, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Vespa Elettrica
Classic styling and city-weaving maneuverability meet the electric modern age.
By StaffDecember 29, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Vespa GTS 300
Vespa’s flagship model offers the most power in its lineup.
By StaffDecember 29, 2020
Bikes
Forces of Creation
Harley’s Big Twin: America’s motorcycle engine
By Kevin CameronDecember 29, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Vespa Primavera 50/150
An urban sprawl navigator
By StaffDecember 28, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Vespa Sprint 50/150
Vespa offers little sporty spirit in the Sprint 50 and 150 models.
By StaffDecember 28, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Vespa Sei Giorni 300
Perhaps the sportiest Vespa of the lineup.
By StaffDecember 28, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Vespa 946
Solo-saddled scooter.
By StaffDecember 28, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 MV Agusta Brutale 1000 RR
More than 200 hp of brute force.
By StaffDecember 28, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR
A dynamic and iconic triple from MV Agusta.
By StaffDecember 28, 2020
Bikes
The Origins Of The Hayabusa
Suzuki said the first Hayabusa invented a new category called Ultimate Sport. We said, “Yeah, right,”…until we rode it.
By Mark HoyerDecember 28, 2020
Racing
Kenny Roberts
Fast, fierce intelligence—acting now
By Kevin CameronDecember 28, 2020
Reviews
2021 GasGas MC 250F Review First Ride
Testing GasGas’ first-ever production 250 four-stroke motocross bike
By Allan BrownDecember 26, 2020
Reviews
2021 GasGas MC 450F Review First Ride
How does GasGas’ flagship motocross bike perform?
By Allan BrownDecember 25, 2020
Bikes
One Car Racer + Yamaha Champions Racing School = Thinking Outside the (Ahem) Box
Adding a dimension
Sam SmithDecember 24, 2020
Racing
Rider-Engineer Peter Williams Dies at 81
The racer pioneered disc brakes and cast wheels, among other designs.
By Kevin CameronDecember 23, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR
MV Agusta’s streetfighter triple.
By StaffDecember 23, 2020
Racing
What Does the Future Hold for Marc Márquez?
“I’m brave, but not reckless.”
By Maria GuidottiDecember 23, 2020
Bikes
Joe Parkhurst, the Original Enthusiast
A photo essay of how he set the direction for 58 years in print
By Mark HoyerDecember 23, 2020
Ask Kevin
Motorcycle Vibrations and Natural Frequencies
A little may be good, but more is terrible.
By Kevin CameronDecember 23, 2020
News
Seat Mó 125 Electric Scooter Now in Production
VW-Audi’s Spanish brand breaks into the two-wheeled market.
By Bruno dePratoDecember 23, 2020
Ienatsch Tuesday
Motorcycle Lessons Beyond the Classroom, Part 8
How bad do you want to ride good?
By Nick IenatschDecember 22, 2020
Bikes
2021 Electric Motorcycles With the Best Range
Range anxiety still exists, but these models are making it less pervasive.
By StaffDecember 22, 2020
Bikes
BMW’s Path to Creating a Custom Icon
How the tools of four master builders defined the path of a modern production motorcycle.
By Morgan GalesDecember 22, 2020
Bikes
Most Powerful Production Motorcycles Tested on the Cycle World Dyno
Heavy horsepower hitters tested on our in-house dyno.
By Serena BleekerDecember 21, 2020
Ask Kevin
Imagination and the Prison of Physics
Physics ruled the design and engineering of sportbikes as racing became important to sales floor success.
By Kevin CameronDecember 18, 2020
Tests
2021 250 Four-Stroke Motocross Bike Comparison Test
Our 2021 250F Motocross Shootout pits five bikes to see if any can topple the KTM from its throne.
By Andrew OldarDecember 18, 2020
Tests
Best Motocross Bike Winner—2021 Yamaha YZ250F
The most well-rounded 250 four-stroke motocross bike you can buy
By Andrew OldarDecember 18, 2020
Tests
Best Motocross Bike 2nd Place—2021 KTM 250 SX-F
A race weapon out of the box
By Andrew OldarDecember 18, 2020
Tests
Best Motocross Bike 3rd Place—2021 Husqvarna FC 250
The more mild-mannered Austrian 250 four-stroke motocrosser
By Andrew OldarDecember 18, 2020
Tests
Best Motocross Bike 4th Place—2021 Kawasaki KX250
The most improved 250 four-stroke motocrosser of 2021
By Andrew OldarDecember 18, 2020
Tests
Best Motocross Bike 5th Place—2021 Honda CRF250R
An identical bike to last year slips one position in the overall rankings.
By Andrew OldarDecember 18, 2020
Bikes
Effie Hotchkiss and Riding Across the Country
A daughter and mother’s inspiring 1915 cross-country motorcycle journey
By Serena BleekerDecember 18, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800
Count 110 hp for the tour.
By StaffDecember 17, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 MV Agusta F3 675
A formula for middleweight speed.
By StaffDecember 17, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 MV Agusta F3 800
Race-oriented 798cc triples from the Italian marque.
By StaffDecember 17, 2020
Ask Kevin
Ups and Downs of Taking Things Apart
The easy way or the hard way?
By Kevin CameronDecember 16, 2020
News
Excelsior-Henderson Resurrection, Redux
Indian firm Bajaj may be bringing back the classic American marque.
By Ben PurvisDecember 16, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 MV Agusta Superveloce 800
Streamlined elegance
By StaffDecember 16, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Zero DS/DSR
An electric adventure.
By StaffDecember 16, 2020
Buyer's Guide
2020 Zero FXS
An electric supermoto offering from Zero.
By StaffDecember 16, 2020