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Racing
Marco Bezzecchi On His Mugello Win, Championship, and Bike
We catch up the the current MotoGP point leader before GP of Hungary.
By
Maria Guidotti
June 5, 2026
Reviews
2026 Ducati Panigale V4 R First Ride
When the angels sing louder (and faster).
By
Adam Child
June 5, 2026
News
QJMotor Adds Auto Transmission to SRV 600 V4 Cruisers
The Chinese brand makes its affordable V-4 cruisers even more accessible.
By
Ben Purvis
June 4, 2026
News
Zero Lompico Design Leaks Ahead of Full Unveiling
New, more affordable Zero electric bike comes from Hero MotoCorp tie-in.
By
Ben Purvis
June 3, 2026
Racing
Marco Bezzecchi Wins Grand Prix of Italy
A historic win for Aprilia at its home track of Mugello.
By
Kevin Cameron
June 2, 2026
Bikes
Holy Smokes 2027 Kawasaki KX327 and KX327X First Look
Team Green introduces two new two-stroke models.
By
Ben Purvis
June 2, 2026
Bikes
Long-Expected Honda CB1000F Finally Gets US Release
Nostalgia is just the beginning.
By
Seth Richards
June 2, 2026
News
The High School That Built a Custom Harley
Alliance High students take on a project to build a bike for The One Show.
By
Andrew Cherney
June 1, 2026
Bikes
How Much Power Does 2026 Moto Morini Vettore 450 Make?
Measuring max power output from Moto Morini’s 449cc twin on the
Cycle World
dyno.
By
Evan Allen
May 29, 2026
Bikes
Ducati Unveils Collezione 100
Ten limited-edition bikes to celebrate the brand’s centennial.
By
Andrew Cherney
May 29, 2026
Reviews
2026 Norton Manx R First Ride
Norton is back (really) with the new 206-hp Manx R superbike.
By
Adam Child
May 29, 2026
News
Cyclone RX625 Adventure Bike Appears in Design Registrations
A new middleweight ADV from Zonsen’s upmarket brand leaks ahead of launch.
By
Ben Purvis
May 28, 2026
News
A New Yamaha YZF-R2 Looks to be Headed Stateside
Trademark activity suggests the small-capacity sportbike is US-bound.
By
Ben Purvis
May 25, 2026
Reviews
2026 Moto Morini Vettore 450 Review
Does an Italian Chinese lightweight adventure motorcycle compete?
By
Morgan Gales
May 22, 2026
News
WorldSSP-Winning ZXMoto Reveals New MX250 Off-Roader
Chinese upstart looks to make waves off-road.
By
Ben Purvis
May 22, 2026
News
Toyota Patents Hydrogen Fuel Cell Scooter
If we can do swappable batteries, why not swappable hydrogen tanks?
By
Ben Purvis
May 22, 2026
Bikes
2027 KTM Freeride E First Look
“All-new” 2027 Freeride E was originally slated to be a 2025 model.
By
Ben Purvis
May 21, 2026
News
LiveWire Acquires US Startup Dust Moto
Electric dirtbike company gives LiveWire a ready-made off-road platform.
By
Seth Richards
May 20, 2026
Bikes
2026 LiveWire S4 Honcho First Look
Street and Trail versions for the electric mini, launching later this spring.
By
Andrew Cherney
May 20, 2026
Racing
2026 MotoGP Grand Prix of Catalunya Report
Massive crashes, Saharan dust, and Ducati on top.
By
Kevin Cameron
May 19, 2026
News
The Norton Manx R Will Be Available in Four Versions
Full specs and pricing (in Europe) have been released.
By
Ben Purvis
May 19, 2026
Racing
Ken Roczen: Whatever He Wants
The unlikely Supercross champion on the unlikely championship bike.
By
Brett Smith
May 15, 2026
News
BMW Unveils Vision K18, a Bagger Without Bags
Just a cool custom, or does it reveal a new styling direction?
By
Seth Richards
May 15, 2026
News
Morbidelli Expands Lineup with T125WR Dual-Sport
Twenty-six-model lineup ranges from 125cc to 1200cc.
By
Ben Purvis
May 13, 2026
Racing
2026 Le Mans MotoGP Report
Aprilia returns to dominance.
By
Kevin Cameron
May 12, 2026
News
Benda Introduces Dark Flag 600 V-4 Cruiser
Middleweight V-4 cruiser from China has an auto-clutch and air suspension.
By
Ben Purvis
May 8, 2026
Reviews
2027 Suzuki GSX-R1000R First Ride Review
Built to endure–six-hour track test!
By
Michael Gilbert
May 8, 2026
News
Yamaha Patents Adaptive Cruise Control with Auto Downshifts
A new patent shows how two fast-spreading technologies are closely tied.
By
Ben Purvis
May 7, 2026
News
The Magic that was Mert Lawwill
Motorcycle icon dies at 85.
Zapata Espinoza
May 7, 2026
News
Royal Enfield Flying Flea C6 Specs Finally Confirmed
RE’s first electric motorcycle hits the market in India ahead of global launch.
By
Ben Purvis
May 6, 2026
Reviews
2026 Triumph Trident 660 First Ride
Triumph gives its entry-level Trident a 17% power hike.
By
Adam Child
May 5, 2026
News
Harley-Davidson to Revive 883 Sportster
Production return for the Evo-powered Sportster alongside a 440 single aimed at affordability.
By
Ben Purvis
May 5, 2026
Ask Kevin
Do Long Strokes Make High Torque?
Effects of an engine’s bore-to-stroke ratio.
By
Kevin Cameron
May 5, 2026
News
Morbidelli Releases Retro-Styled Timeless 1200 in China
Italian brand name, British style, Chinese manufacturing.
By
Ben Purvis
May 4, 2026
Reviews
2026 Triumph Thruxton 400 and 2027 Triumph Tracker 400 First Ride
Triumph hotrods its 400cc with two new models.
By
Morgan Gales
May 1, 2026
News
Chinese Manufacturer Bashan Develops 1200cc Hardtail Cruiser
Retro bobber Uses H-D-clone V-twin.
By
Ben Purvis
April 30, 2026
News
Vespa Celebrates 80 Years With a Deep Dive Into the Archives
A look back at 80 years of history, machines, and eye-popping ads.
Kurt Spurlock
April 28, 2026
Racing
2026 MotoGP Grand Prix of Spain Race Report
Alex Márquez ends Marco Bezzecchi’s winning streak.
By
Kevin Cameron
April 28, 2026
News
New Indian Tax Rules May Have Global Impact on 400cc Class
Triumph responds immediately with revised 350 range; KTM expected to follow suit.
By
Ben Purvis
April 28, 2026
Gear and Products
The Right Gear for Traveling Colombia by Motorcycle
Gear from Aether, Alpinestars, Bellroy, Cardo, Leatherman, and Mosko Moto.
By
Seth Richards
April 28, 2026
Reviews
2026 Kawasaki KLE500 SE ABS First Ride
Rally inspiration, all-round usefulness.
By
Alexander S. Dunstan
April 27, 2026
News
CFMoto 1000MT-X Coming to the USA as Ibex 950
CFMoto’s latest adventure bike beats KTM to the punch.
By
Ben Purvis
April 27, 2026
Reviews
2026 Yamaha YZF-R7 Review
The best supersport priced below $10,000?
By
Evan Allen
April 24, 2026
Reviews
2026 Ducati Hypermotard V2 SP First Ride Review
A new era of hyper rowdiness.
By
Seth Richards
April 22, 2026
Bikes
2026 KTM 1390 Super Duke RR First Look
A lighter, faster, more expensive Super Duke joins the fray.
By
Ben Purvis
April 22, 2026
Ask Kevin
Why Aero Devices Are Developed in MotoGP
Problems and Solutions.
By
Kevin Cameron
April 20, 2026
Reviews
Discovering Colombia with Elephant Moto
Four GS Trophy friends ride through the world’s most biodiverse country.
By
Seth Richards
April 20, 2026
Gear and Products
Alpinestars Supertech R7 Helmet Review
Alpinestars’ everyday helmet.
By
Alexander S. Dunstan
April 18, 2026
Gear and Products
Continental ContiSport Attack 5 Track Tire Test
Flexibility in on the road and track from Conti’s new DOT sportbike tire.
By
Evan Allen
April 17, 2026
News
QJMotor Revises SRK600RS
Chinese four-cylinder sportbike comes closer to being competitive globally.
By
Ben Purvis
April 17, 2026
News
Harley-Davidson Launches “RIDE” Brand Reset
New platform to usher in fresh strategy for Harley, while honoring heritage.
By
Andrew Cherney
April 15, 2026
News
Kawasaki Developing Motorcycle Liquid Hydrogen Technology
New patents aim to solve the problem of huge hydrogen tanks.
By
Ben Purvis
April 15, 2026
News
KTM 450 RC Debuts in China
New parallel-twin hits the market in China, but what about the US?
By
Ben Purvis
April 6, 2026
Reviews
Harley-Davidson Road Glide and Street Glide Limited Review
H-D’s 2026 full dressers are lighter and faster. Is it enough to keep up?
By
Morgan Gales
April 6, 2026
Bikes
CFMoto 500SR First Look
New 500cc four-cylinder sportbike hits the market in China at only $4200.
By
Ben Purvis
April 4, 2026
News
Autoliv Helmet Takes Inspiration from Car Seatbelts
Safety specialist develops inertia reel helmet strap
By
Ben Purvis
April 3, 2026
Reviews
2027 BMW F 450 GS First Ride
Can a 450cc ADV be “premium”?
By
Justin Dawes
April 2, 2026
News
QJMotor Transforms Café Racer Concept into V-4 Cruiser
Elements of EICMA show machine reappear in upcoming V-4 cruiser.
By
Ben Purvis
April 2, 2026
Racing
Bezzecchi Continues His MotoGP Streak at COTA
Aprilia goes 1-2 at the Red Bull Grand Prix of the United States.
By
Kevin Cameron
March 31, 2026
News
Honda CB500 Super Four and CBR500R Four Officially Unveiled
New Honda fours hit the market in China with other countries to follow.
By
Ben Purvis
March 30, 2026
News
2026 Honda Transalp Gets Automated E-Clutch
Honda also adds fully-adjustable suspension and a skid plate.
By
Seth Richards
March 30, 2026
Racing
Is the World Ready for Bagger Racing?
Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup joins MotoGP. We test a spec bike at COTA.
By
Mark Hoyer
March 27, 2026
Racing
Black or Red? Aprilia versus Ducati in MotoGP.
Place your bets as the GP of the United States kicks off today.
By
Maria Guidotti
March 27, 2026
News
CFMoto Preps Larger 550CL-C Cruiser
The 450CL-C successor gets a new look and a larger engine.
By
Ben Purvis
March 27, 2026
Bikes
2027 Ducati Superleggera V4 Centenario First Look
Is this limited edition the future of Ducati superbikes?
By
Kevin Cameron
March 26, 2026
Bikes
2027 Bimota KB399 First Look
Ninja ZX-4RR is the basis for the least expensive Bimota in decades.
By
Ben Purvis
March 26, 2026
News
Honda CB400 Super Four and CBR400R Four Shown in Japan
New models herald the revival of the small-capacity four.
By
Ben Purvis
March 25, 2026
News
Zongshen Makes Weird Tilting Three-Wheeler
Chinese OEM’s patent shows oddball 2wd leaning trike.
By
Ben Purvis
March 25, 2026
Racing
Bezzecchi Wins Shortened Brazilian MotoGP
Aprilia Goes 1-2, Ducati 3-4, as everyone watches the asphalt crumble.
By
Kevin Cameron
March 24, 2026
Ask Kevin
The Mechanics of Valve Drive
Various methods of controlling the intake of fuel charge and the expulsion of exhaust gases
By
Kevin Cameron
March 23, 2026
Bikes
2026 Vespa Primavera and Sprint S First Look
Improved brakes, keyless ignition and a fresh dash for the new year.
By
Andrew Cherney
March 20, 2026
News
New Yamaha Tricity 300 Brings Airbags to Scooters
Autoliv motorcycle airbag finally reaches production.
By
Ben Purvis
March 20, 2026
Reviews
2026 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster First Ride
Improved tech, comfort, and handling without losing its cool.
By
Adam Child
March 19, 2026
News
Kove 450R Is Redesigned Just Two Years After Debut
Small-capacity four-cylinder streetfighter gets KTM-ish new look.
By
Ben Purvis
March 19, 2026
Bikes
2026 Triumph Daytona 660 First Look
Performance-focused upgrades make for the sportiest Daytona 660 yet.
Kurt Spurlock
March 17, 2026
News
Harley-Davidson RMCR Concept Hints at Future Café Racer
Could H-D finally put the Rev Max in the sporting chassis it deserves?
By
Ben Purvis
March 17, 2026
Reviews
2026 KTM 990 Duke R Review
Your new daily shredder?
By
Evan Allen
March 17, 2026
News
Hero MotoCorp’s new Via VxZ EV uses Zero’s Z-Force powertrain.
Zero to Hero for Upcoming Electric Roadster.
By
Ben Purvis
March 16, 2026
Ask Kevin
Piston Rings Look Simple But Are Not
By
Kevin Cameron
March 13, 2026
Reviews
More is More: 2026 KTM 1390 Super Adventure R First Ride
More power, more tech, and 173 more reasons to embrace the sheer madness of KTM.
Kurt Spurlock
March 13, 2026
Racing
Kayla Yaakov: First Woman to Podium the Daytona 200
Interview with the 18-year-old racer after her historic third-place finish.
By
Maria Guidotti
March 12, 2026
News
Close Encounters of the Best Kind
Remembering Malcolm Smith on his what would have been his 85th birthday.
By
Peter Egan
March 10, 2026
News
Yamaha to Leave California After 50 Years
US subsidiary home to join other core operations in Kennesaw, Georgia
By
Andrew Cherney
March 6, 2026
News
CFMoto 500SR Breaks Cover
Four-cylinder sportbike is production-ready.
By
Ben Purvis
March 6, 2026
Reviews
2026 Royal Enfield Classic 650 Ride Review
A very stylish, retro spin on the brand’s 650 twin platform.
By
Andrew Cherney
March 5, 2026
News
Honda Patent Reveals Ultra-Affordable Electric Bike
Is low cost the key to success for electric motorcycles?
By
Ben Purvis
March 4, 2026
Racing
Marco Bezzechi Wins PT Grand Prix of Thailand
Ducati shut out of top five.
By
Kevin Cameron
March 3, 2026
Bikes
2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid First Look
Longer-range Ténéré finally comes to the US market.
By
Ben Purvis
March 3, 2026
News
Kawasaki Patent Shows Modular Electric Bike
One chassis, multiple motor choices.
By
Ben Purvis
March 3, 2026
Ask Kevin
Aprilia’s MotoGP Rider Cooling System
It’s not enough to keep the motorcycle as cool as possible on the track.
By
Kevin Cameron
March 2, 2026
News
Shaped Air Bags to Bring Advanced Safety Tech to Motorcycles
On-bike air bag protects riders from frontal, offset, and side impacts.
By
Ben Purvis
March 2, 2026
Reviews
2026 Yamaha WR125R Review
When affordable doesn’t mean cheap. But is a 125cc engine enough to satisfy?
By
Evan Allen
February 27, 2026
Racing
Marco Melandri Previews 2026 MotoGP Season
Can Márquez win his tenth championship? Is this Bezzecchi’s year?
By
Maria Guidotti
February 27, 2026
Bikes
Ducati DesertX V2 2026 First Look
Familiar styling but everything else is new, including a surprisingly low price.
By
Ben Purvis
February 26, 2026
Bikes
Indian Reveals 125th Anniversary Motorcycles
By
Andrew Cherney
February 24, 2026
News
TVS eFX 30 Points to Electric Future
Indian EV concept could be heading for production.
By
Ben Purvis
February 23, 2026