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2022 CFMOTO Papio
An affordable mini streetbike formulated for fun.
By Ron Lieback11 hours ago
News
2023 Honda EM1 e:
Upcoming affordable scooter is destined for Western markets.
By Ben PurvisNovember 29, 2022
Bikes
2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT First Look
The sport-touring Super Duke is back!
By Michael GilbertNovember 29, 2022
Reviews
2022 Bimota Tesi H2 First Ride
We ride the 2022 Bimota Tesi H2 at the Modena test track.
By Adam ChildNovember 28, 2022
Bikes
2023 KTM 790 Duke First Look
KTM reintroduces the “Original Scalpel” after a short hiatus.
By Michael GilbertNovember 28, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 CFMoto 650 Adventura
A well-equipped adventure moto with an entry-level price tag.
By Ron LiebackNovember 28, 2022
News
Piaggio Patents Leaning Four-Wheeler
Having conquered the three-wheel scooter market, Piaggio adds a fourth wheel.
By Ben PurvisNovember 28, 2022
Reviews
2022 Ducati DesertX vs. 2022 Husqvarna Norden 901
The Italian Game and the Scandinavian Defense.
By Seth RichardsNovember 23, 2022
News
BMW R 12 Coming
All signs indicate that BMW will bring a “midsized” 1,200cc cruiser to market.
By Ben PurvisNovember 23, 2022
Bikes
How Much Power Does the 2023 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT Adventure Make?
Suzuki’s middleweight adventure bike gets Cycle World dyno tested.
By Michael GilbertNovember 23, 2022
Reviews
2022 Yamaha MT-10 SP First Ride
Yamaha’s Öhlins-equipped big naked is worth the extra cash.
By Adam ChildNovember 22, 2022
News
Honda Motocompacto Concept
Possible solution to urban congestion, self-balancing electric in works.
By Ben PurvisNovember 22, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 Ducati V2 Bayliss First Championship 20th Anniversary Edition
Upgraded suspension and less weight make this the track-ready Panigale V2.
By Blake ConnerNovember 21, 2022
Ask Kevin
Origins of the British Parallel Engine
Edward Turner’s Speed Twin’s impact on a highly successful engine design.
By Kevin CameronNovember 21, 2022
Bikes
Coolest Sportbikes of the ’90s: 1990 Yamaha FZR400
The best-handling motorcycle of its era.
By Blake ConnerNovember 18, 2022
Reviews
LiveWire Long Way
Road tripping on the LiveWire One electric motorcycle.
By Morgan GalesNovember 17, 2022
Bikes
Coolest Sportbikes of the ’90s: 1991 to ’94 Cagiva Mito 125
A European teenager’s dream looked something like this.
By Blake ConnerNovember 17, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 Yamaha MT-10
The Yamaha MT-10 legacy continues with more power and updated styling.
By Blake ConnerNovember 16, 2022
Bikes
2023 MV Agusta Brutale 1000 RR/RS First Look
A major update and upgrade for MV’s big inline four.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 16, 2022
Bikes
Coolest Sportbikes of the ’90s: 1997 Bimota Vdue
A fuel-injected 500cc two-stroke failure.
By Blake ConnerNovember 15, 2022
News
Harley-Davidson Pan America 975 Expected Soon
Harley’s long-awaited midsize ADV could arrive in early 2023.
By Ben PurvisNovember 15, 2022
Ask Kevin
About Suzuki’s New Parallel Twin
Everybody’s doing it…
By Kevin CameronNovember 14, 2022
Bikes
2023 MV Agusta Superveloce 1000 Serie Oro First Look
The ultimate enthusiast candy store serves up a new dish.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 14, 2022
Bikes
2023 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Special Edition First Look
Mixed results for a very niche Guzzi.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 10, 2022
Bikes
2023 Honda CL500 First Look
Rebel-based street scrambler debuts in Milan.
By Ben PurvisNovember 10, 2022
News
Vespa 2023
Some minor yet tasty updates to Italy’s timeless scooters.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 10, 2022
Bikes
2023 BMW R 1250 RS First Look
BMW’s boxer-powered sport tourer gets upgraded for 2023.
By Michael GilbertNovember 10, 2022
News
2023 Kawasaki Electric Motorcycles and 2024 Hybrid
Alternative-fuel options shown at EICMA Show.
By Ben PurvisNovember 9, 2022
News
MV Agusta 921S
A super-tasty combination of old and new.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 9, 2022
Bikes
2023 Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 First Look
RE’s new mid-sized cruiser unveiled at EICMA.
By Morgan GalesNovember 9, 2022
Bikes
2023 Suzuki GSX-8S First Look
Brand-new parallel twin powers middleweight naked.
By Ben PurvisNovember 9, 2022
Bikes
2023 Honda XL750 Transalp First Look
Brand-new midsize Honda adventure model breaks cover at EICMA.
By Ben PurvisNovember 8, 2022
Bikes
2023 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Special Edition Shown at EICMA
New styling, fresh graphics, and a new exhaust for the platform stalwart.
By Andrew CherneyNovember 8, 2022
Bikes
2023 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE/800DE Adventure First Look
Brand-new 776cc parallel-twin-powered adventure models break cover.
By Ben PurvisNovember 8, 2022
Bikes
2023 Aprilia RS 660 Extrema First Look
Aprilia’s bestselling sportbike gets lighter.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 8, 2022
Bikes
2023 Ducati Scrambler First Look
Throttle-by-wire, new rear suspension, and more.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 8, 2022
Racing
Valencia MotoGP Report
Ladies and gentlemen, we have a new champion.
By Kevin CameronNovember 8, 2022
Bikes
2023 Indian FTR Sport First Look
Indian Motorcycle updates its line for 2023 and introduces a new, sportier FTR.
By Morgan GalesNovember 8, 2022
Bikes
2023 Honda Rebel 1100T First Look
Fairing and saddlebags create a touring-oriented Rebel that’s new for 2023.
By Andrew CherneyNovember 8, 2022
News
Cafe Brawler: Bimota’s KB4 RC
Bimota takes the gloves (and the fairing) off.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 7, 2022
News
Bimota’s First Dirt Bike: The New BX450
Think Bimota only makes streetbikes? Think again.
By Bruno dePratoNovember 7, 2022
News
Kove 400RR and 800X First Look
Chinese brand plans to go global.
By Ben PurvisNovember 7, 2022
Bikes
2023 Husqvarna FS 450 First Look
Husqvarna’s track-only supermoto gets upgraded for 2023.
By Michael GilbertNovember 7, 2022
Ask Kevin
Some Perspective on Vehicle Electrification
A realistic look at some of the structural problems.
By Kevin CameronNovember 4, 2022
Bikes
Editors’ Choice: Great Motorcycles of 2022
Cycle World editors select standout bikes of 2022.
By Cycle World StaffNovember 4, 2022
News
MV Agusta-KTM Partnership
Is this the life preserver MV has been waiting for?
By Bruno dePratoNovember 3, 2022
Bikes
2023 Triumph Street Triple 765 First Look
R, RS, and Moto2 trim levels for the updated model.
By Adam ChildNovember 3, 2022
Bikes
Coolest Sportbikes of the ’90s: 1999 Yamaha YZF-R7 OW02
One of the last of the Japanese homologation specials.
By Blake ConnerNovember 3, 2022

Buyer's Guide
2022 CFMOTO 700CL-X/700CL-X Sport
Impressive flagship offerings from Chinese-based CFMOTO.
By Ron LiebackNovember 2, 2022
Gear and Products
Schott Perfecto Motorcycle Jacket Review
The iconic side-zip leather jacket is still a motorcycle jacket—mostly.
By Morgan GalesNovember 2, 2022
Bikes
How Much Power Does the 2023 Triumph Tiger Sport 660 Make?
Triumph’s ultraversatile triple ran on the Cycle World dyno.
By Michael GilbertNovember 2, 2022
Bikes
Coolest Sportbikes of the ’90s: 1993 Yamaha GTS1000
Delivering alternative front suspension to the masses.
By Blake ConnerNovember 2, 2022
Bikes
Ducati Panigale V2 Bayliss First Ride Review
1st Championship 20th Anniversary Edition.
By Blake ConnerNovember 2, 2022
Bikes
Coolest Sportbikes of the ’90s: 1992 Honda NR750
This oval-piston streetbike flaunted technology like no bike before or after.
By Blake ConnerNovember 1, 2022
News
Royal Enfield’s Electric Future
Once lampooned for ancient bikes, RE is investing in electric models.
By Ben PurvisOctober 31, 2022
Bikes
2023 Ducati Diavel V4
Lighter, faster, and two more cylinders!
By Bruno dePratoOctober 31, 2022
Bikes
Cycle World Ten Best Bikes 2022
Our top picks of 2022 in ten categories.
By Cycle World StaffOctober 28, 2022
Bikes
2023 KTM 450 SMR First Look
KTM’s supermoto machine narrows its focus.
By Michael GilbertOctober 27, 2022
News
Honda Developing Micro Scooter
More urban mobility transportation for the masses?
By Ben PurvisOctober 27, 2022
Bikes
2023 BMW R1250 R First Look
BMW’s boxer roadster gets a few nice changes, but none to pricing.
By John KrewsonOctober 27, 2022
Reviews
2022 Greenger Honda CRF-E2 Ride Review
Kid testing the 2022 Honda CRF-E2 electric playbike by Greenger Powersports.
By Mark HoyerOctober 27, 2022
Bikes
Vespa’s Justin Bieber Edition
Are you a Belieber?
By Bruno dePratoOctober 26, 2022
News
Yamaha YZF-R9 Coming Soon!
Recent documents indicate 890cc triple-powered sportbike on the way.
By Ben PurvisOctober 26, 2022
News
Honda Electric Moped Coming
Step-through electric likely to be announced this year.
By Ben PurvisOctober 26, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 Aprilia Tuareg 660
A midsize Italian adventure bike with on- and off-road chops.
By Blake ConnerOctober 26, 2022
Reviews
2023 Norton Commando 961 First Ride
Has the new Norton finally got it right?
By Adam ChildOctober 26, 2022
Racing
Sepang MotoGP Report
Hard racing, right to the end of the season.
By Kevin CameronOctober 25, 2022
News
2023 KTM RC 8C First Look
200 more examples of exclusive trackday bike to be sold.
By Ben PurvisOctober 25, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 Honda CBR300R
A beginner- and wallet-friendly CBR.
By Serena McKnightOctober 24, 2022
News
Energica Building 180 HP Electric
New documents confirm more powerful motor.
By Ben PurvisOctober 24, 2022
Bikes
2023 Ducati Streetfighter V4
A naked version of the new Panigale V4.
By Bruno dePratoOctober 21, 2022
News
Honda Transalp 750 Details
Additional patent drawings paint a clearer picture about the new ADV bike.
By Ben PurvisOctober 21, 2022
Reviews
Arch Motorcycle 1s First Ride Review
Testing the new $128,000 bespoke V-twin sport cruiser.
By Morgan GalesOctober 21, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2023 Kawasaki ZX-14R ABS
Kawasaki’s King of the Quarter-Mile returns for another year.
By Kent KunitsuguOctober 20, 2022
Bikes
2023 Norton Commando 961 First Look
55 years after original debut, long-delayed model is being produced again.
By Andrew CherneyOctober 20, 2022
Racing
Phillip Island MotoGP Report
A new series leader.
By Kevin CameronOctober 20, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 Suzuki GSX-S750
Suzuki’s entry in the middleweight naked bike category.
By Serena McKnightOctober 20, 2022
Ask Kevin
Pierre Terblanche’s Motorcycle of the Future
A 3D-printed thought experiment.
By Kevin CameronOctober 19, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 KTM 890 Duke/890 Duke GP/890 Duke R
KTM’s 890 Duke family has something for everybody.
By Kent KunitsuguOctober 18, 2022
Bikes
2023 Kawasaki KLR650 S
Lower seat, less suspension travel. Does “S” stand for “short” or “sport”?
By Bruno dePratoOctober 18, 2022
Bikes
2023 Ducati Panigale V4 R
240 hp and 16,500 rpm from Ducati’s superbike.
By Bruno dePratoOctober 18, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2022 Honda CBR500R
The supersport-styled version of Honda’s CB500 global entry-level trio.
By Kent KunitsuguOctober 17, 2022
News
2023 BMW M 1000 RR Photo Gallery
Even more photos of BMW’s latest M 1000 RR.
By Bradley AdamsOctober 14, 2022
Bikes
2023 Kawasaki Ninja 650
LED lighting, electronics updates, and fresh styling highlight the 2023 Ninja 650.
By Bruno dePratoOctober 14, 2022
Reviews
2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster vs. Honda Rebel 1100 DCT vs. Indian Scout Rogue
A comparison of new-school cruisers.
By Morgan GalesOctober 14, 2022
News
CFMoto 800NK Roadster Production Ready
Bargain parallel-twin-powered naked soon to be announced.
By Ben PurvisOctober 14, 2022
Ask Kevin
Gasoline Direct Injection
A better way to fill your cylinders?
By Kevin CameronOctober 14, 2022
Ask Kevin
Electric Racing
Regenerative front-wheel braking holds a big part of the solution for high-performance electric motorcycles.
By Kevin CameronOctober 13, 2022
Gear and Products
Alpinestars Tech-Air 3 Airbag System Review
Testing the new $600 autonomous airbag vest.
By Morgan GalesOctober 13, 2022
Reviews
Chris Birch Say No To Slow ADV School: Advanced Class Review
We head to Georgia’s KTM World for two days of training with Chris Birch.
By Ron LiebackOctober 12, 2022
Buyer's Guide
2023 Kawasaki KLX300SM
Kawasaki’s lightweight supermoto takes the fun to the streets.
By Kawasaki Press ReleaseOctober 12, 2022
News
2023 BMW M 1000 R First Look
Motorrad’s first M roadster is coming.
By John KrewsonOctober 11, 2022
News
2023 BMW M 1000 RR
More, more, and more from M Motorsports.
By Justin DawesOctober 11, 2022
Bikes
Laverda: A Look Back
The candle that burns twice as bright burns half as long.
By Bruno dePratoOctober 11, 2022
News
2024 Honda CB1000R On Way
Next-generation naked to get updated engine and aero.
By Ben PurvisOctober 11, 2022
Reviews
Arc Vector First Ride Review
A radical, dual-swingarm, carbon fiber electric for the well-heeled.
By Adam ChildOctober 7, 2022
News
Godspeed, Phil Read MBE
World champion in 125, 250, and 500 classes passes.
By Kevin CameronOctober 7, 2022
News
2023 Honda Transalp 750 Imminent
New patent application shows how CB750 Hornet-based ADV will look.
By Ben PurvisOctober 7, 2022
Bikes
Vespa’s Updated GTS
Fresh styling, new front suspension, and stronger engines.
By Bruno dePratoOctober 6, 2022
News
2022 Road Warrior Ride Delivers 3-Wheel Therapy
1,000-plus-mile Spyder ride is adventure therapy for wounded vets.
By Cycle World StaffOctober 6, 2022