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    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Kawasaki Z400 ABS
      A small stripped-down streetfighter equivalent to the Ninja 400.
      By Serena McKnight3 hours ago
    • Reviews
      2022 Husqvarna Norden 901 Review
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      Charles FlemingJuly 4, 2022
    • News
      Ducati’s New V21L MotoE Racer
      If this is the future of electric motorcycles, sign us up.
      By Bruno dePratoJuly 2, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      The Steering Head
      Two casters, joined at a common pivot.
      By Kevin CameronJuly 1, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 Kawasaki Versys 650 LT First Ride Review
      Jack of all trades.
      By Evan AllenJuly 1, 2022
    • News
      Is There a New Yamaha R1 for 2023?
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    • News
      Norton Commando 961 Returns, Again.
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    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Husqvarna Vitpilen 401
      The white arrow celebrates its fifth year in production.
      By Cycle World StaffJune 30, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 BMW S 1000 R Review
      Precise and predictable naked performance.
      Doug TolandJune 29, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      Creeping Toward Failure
      Think metal doesn’t move? Think again.
      By Kevin CameronJune 29, 2022
    • Racing
      2022 Assen MotoGP Report
      The pass of the decade?
      By Kevin CameronJune 28, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 Norton V4SV First Ride Review
      British-built Norton is back.
      By Adam ChildJune 27, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Triumph Street Twin
      Classically styled and friendly as can be.
      By Cycle World StaffJune 27, 2022
    • News
      Adventures in Pioneertown and Beyond
      Riding California’s mountains and deserts with the fifth annual Aether Rally.
      By Morgan GalesJune 25, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Yamaha YZF-R3
      Yamaha’s performance-based, entry-level sportbike.
      By Cycle World StaffJune 24, 2022
    • News
      New Sketches of Honda’s Upcoming Hornet Streetfighter
      More details on one of 2023′s most intriguing new bikes from Honda.
      By Ben PurvisJune 24, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      Motorcycle Agility and Rotating Masses
      Which way does your crank spin?
      By Kevin CameronJune 24, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Yamaha MT-03
      Even beginners get to see what all the MT fuss is about.
      By Cycle World StaffJune 23, 2022
    • News
      Kove Motorcycles Going Global?
      Chinese brand is looking outside its home market.
      By Ben PurvisJune 23, 2022
    • Reviews
      2021 BMW M 1000 RR First Ride Review
      M is for magic.
      By Michael GilbertJune 23, 2022
    • Bikes
      How Much Power Does the 2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster Make?
      The Revolution Max 975 V-twin on the Cycle World dyno.
      By Michael GilbertJune 22, 2022
    • News
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      The acquisition helps Triumph’s MX and enduro expansion efforts.
      By Ron LiebackJune 22, 2022
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      2022 Suzuki SV650
      Suzuki’s popular, lovable V-twin-powered middleweight.
      By Cycle World StaffJune 22, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      Valve Lift
      A subtle design element that’s a win-win for riders.
      By Kevin CameronJune 22, 2022
    • News
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      By Bruno dePratoJune 21, 2022
    • Racing
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      By Morgan GalesJune 21, 2022
    • News
      Honda CL300 on the Way
      Retro scrambler based on Rebel 300 likely coming for 2023.
      By Ben PurvisJune 21, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      Motorcycle Engine Balancing Act
      The design factors that help smooth out engine vibration.
      By Kevin CameronJune 17, 2022
    • News
      Vertigo Streetbike on the Way?
      Trials bike maestros developing street-legal enduro.
      By Ben PurvisJune 17, 2022
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      By Ben PurvisJune 16, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      Exploring the Lost Language of How Engines Used to Fail
      A lexicon of carnage.
      By Kevin CameronJune 16, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 Honda CBR500R ABS & CB500F ABS Ride Review
      Big Red’s global pair of 500 twins get major chassis upgrades for 2022.
      By Kent KunitsuguJune 15, 2022
    • Bikes
      How Much Power Does the 2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+ Make?
      Suzuki’s sport-tourer on the Cycle World dyno.
      By Michael GilbertJune 15, 2022
    • News
      2022 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Breaks Records
      Nearly $6 million raised for prostate cancer research and mental health.
      By Ron LiebackJune 15, 2022
    • News
      Suzuki Joining the Electric Revolution
      Patents show battery-powered prototype Burgman scooter is on the way.
      By Ben PurvisJune 15, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Kawasaki Versys 650/LT
      Kawasaki’s jack-of-many-trades.
      By Cycle World StaffJune 15, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Ducati Streetfighter V2
      Think of the Streetfighter V2 as a super middleweight naked sportbike.
      By Cycle World StaffJune 14, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Honda Rebel 300/ABS
      Beginners are its bread and butter.
      By Serena BleekerJune 14, 2022
    • News
      Ducati Streetfighter V2 Debuts in Storm Green
      Ducati is bringing a matte green V2 to North American shores.
      By Ron LiebackJune 14, 2022
    • News
      The Patron Saint of Custom Motorcycles Lives On
      How Bobby Haas changed custom motorcycles, and what happens now he’s gone.
      By Morgan GalesJune 14, 2022
    • Racing
      Isle of Man TT Race Week Gallery
      Race Week at the TT.
      By Paul PhillipsJune 13, 2022
    • News
      BMW G 310 RR Confirmed
      Baby BMW fully faired RR sportbike to be launched soon.
      By Ben PurvisJune 13, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      Antioxidants and Fuel
      What do meat, motor oil, and gasoline have in common?
      By Kevin CameronJune 13, 2022
    • News
      Additional World Ducati Week 2022 Events Announced
      New Race for Champions, simulators, and test ride details released.
      By Ron LiebackJune 11, 2022
    • News
      Details of CFMoto Electric Motorcycle Revealed
      Patent gives a look under the bodywork of CFMoto’s upcoming electric model.
      By Ben PurvisJune 10, 2022
    • Reviews
      Stark Varg Electric Motocross Bike First Ride
      Is this the electric motocrosser that will change the game?
      Blake WhartonJune 10, 2022
    • News
      Honda’s New 2023 CRF450R
      Fifty years since the first Elsinore and still on the gas.
      By Bruno dePratoJune 9, 2022
    • Bikes
      How Much Power Does the 2022 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Make?
      Horsepower and torque figures of the Super Adventure S.
      By Michael GilbertJune 8, 2022
    • News
      Triumph Scrambler 900 and Speed Twin 900 Coming This Year
      “Street” branding for smaller Bonnie-based twins to be ditched.
      By Ben PurvisJune 8, 2022
    • Racing
      Catalunya MotoGP Report
      A Ducati crashfest, Saharan dust, and a fourth operation for Marc Márquez.
      By Kevin CameronJune 7, 2022
    • News
      2022 Indian Challenger Elite and Chieftain Elite First Look
      Two new top-shelf Elite baggers will be built in limited numbers.
      By Blake ConnerJune 7, 2022
    • News
      Honda Rider-Assist Project Gains Momentum
      Motorcycle “Autopilot” subject of multiple new patent applications.
      By Ben PurvisJune 6, 2022
    • Racing
      Watching the 2022 Isle of Man TT
      For the first time in TT history, the world can watch the action live.
      By John KrewsonJune 4, 2022
    • Racing
      2022 Isle of Man TT Practice Week Gallery
      The TT is back!
      By Paul PhillipsJune 3, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      Motorcycle Ram Air
      A forward-facing intake can convert high air velocity into extra power.
      By Kevin CameronJune 3, 2022
    • Racing
      2022 World Ducati Week: 21 Riders Set for Race of Champions
      Ducati team riders from MotoGP, Superbike, and Supersport to compete.
      By Ron LiebackJune 2, 2022
    • News
      Airbag Parachute System Under Development
      Accident-mitigating, inflatable-parachute idea to slow riders before an impact.
      By Ben PurvisJune 2, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 KTM RC 390 Review
      The 2022 KTM RC 390 is probably Ready to Race, and is definitely ready to ride.
      Charles FlemingJune 2, 2022
    • News
      Remembering Sandy Kosman
      Flat-track and drag racing legend passes at age 80.
      By Kevin CameronJune 1, 2022
    • News
      Carmichael and Cervantes Testing Triumph Prototypes
      Motocross and dual sport projects are alive and well as development continues.
      By Blake ConnerJune 1, 2022
    • Gear and Products
      Touratech-USA Opens East Coast Shop
      Brookfield, Connecticut, location offers hands-on for customers and quicker shipping.
      By Ron LiebackJune 1, 2022
    • Racing
      2022 Mugello MotoGP Report
      Rookies made moves, but the veterans rose to the top.
      By Kevin CameronMay 31, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 Yamaha XSR900 First Ride
      Cool, refined.
      By Justin DawesMay 31, 2022
    • News
      Yamaha-Backed All Kids Bike Teaches Hundreds to Ride Bicycles
      Yamaha’s $30K grant helps program get into Georgia and California schools.
      By Ron LiebackMay 30, 2022
    • Gear and Products
      Jane Motorcycles Driggs 2.0 Jacket Review
      A waxed canvas motorcycle jacket you can wear to dinner.
      By Morgan GalesMay 27, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      The Two Basic Styles of Motorcycle Cornering
      Point-and-shoot? Corner speed? What is it?
      By Kevin CameronMay 27, 2022
    • News
      Naked Malaguti Drakon 250 Under Development
      Aprilia-powered 250 will be built in China and sold in Europe.
      By Ben PurvisMay 27, 2022
    • News
      Triumph’s ‘For the Ride’ Podcast Returns for 2nd Season
      2022 season grows to 16 episodes and a wider variety of guests.
      By Ron LiebackMay 27, 2022
    • News
      Honda Developing Motorcycle Autopilot
      Next-generation Rider Assist Technology systems promise partial autonomy. Are we ready?
      By Ben PurvisMay 26, 2022
    • Bikes
      How Much Power Does the 2022 BMW S 1000 R Make?
      Bavarian-built super-naked on the Cycle World dyno.
      By Michael GilbertMay 25, 2022
    • News
      KTM 390 Rally Spied
      Is a new hardcore version of the 390 Adventure on the way?
      By Ben PurvisMay 25, 2022
    • News
      Aprilia Shiver 900 To Be Revived Under the Gilera Name
      Gilera Motorcycle brand resurrected with a little help from the soon to be reborn and rebadged Aprilia Shiver.
      By Ben PurvisMay 24, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 Indian Pursuit First Ride Review
      Two-up testing on Indian’s liquid-cooled full dresser.
      By Morgan GalesMay 24, 2022
    • Ask Kevin
      How the LiveWire S2 Del Mar Costs Less Than LiveWire One
      Harley’s LiveWire Del Mar electric motorcycle is cheaper than the old model, but how?
      By Kevin CameronMay 24, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP First Ride
      Faster without more power.
      By Adam ChildMay 23, 2022
    • News
      BMW Trademarks ‘Roctane’ Model Name
      New bike’s title gets trademarked but what will the badge be used on?
      By Ben PurvisMay 23, 2022
    • News
      BMW M 1000 RR ‘50 Years M’ Model Unveiled
      BMW celebrates 50 years of M with a São Paulo Yellow superbike.
      By Ron LiebackMay 20, 2022
    • News
      Lightning Motorcycles Streetliner in Planning Stage
      The road-going streamliner gets a name that indicates its intent.
      By Ben PurvisMay 20, 2022
    • News
      Celebrating Arturo Magni and His Machines
      75 years of Arturo Magni’s motorcycling genius.
      By Bruno dePratoMay 19, 2022
    • Racing
      Royal Enfield’s BTR Women’s Road Racing Set for VIR
      15 women are set for the 2022 Build. Train. Race. season opener at VIR.
      By Ron LiebackMay 18, 2022
    • Bikes
      How Much Power Does the 2022 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce Lusso Make?
      MV’s middleweight sport-tourer on the Cycle World dyno.
      By Michael GilbertMay 18, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 MV Agusta Brutale 1000 RS First Ride Review
      Warp speed.
      Doug TolandMay 18, 2022
    • Racing
      2022 Le Mans MotoGP Report
      The end of aero?
      By Kevin CameronMay 17, 2022
    • News
      Ride With Us Offers Moto Intros at Overland Expos
      The Moto Intros event guides newbies on their first motorcycle rides.
      By StaffMay 17, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 Indian Scout Rogue First Ride Review
      Indian’s new Scout recalls the Victory Octane.
      By Morgan GalesMay 17, 2022
    • Racing
      Suzuki Explains Why It’s Leaving MotoGP
      US dealers receive memo with reasons behind the withdrawal from the MotoGP championship.
      By Blake ConnerMay 16, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR
      Triumph’s clothed Speed Triple RR is as nice to look at as it is to ride.
      By Cycle World StaffMay 16, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Honda CB1000R Black Edition
      A liter-class streetfighter with good manners and just enough muscle.
      By Cycle World StaffMay 13, 2022
    • News
      MSF Launches AdventureBike RiderCourse
      Training helps ADV and dual sport riders build off-road skills.
      By Ron LiebackMay 13, 2022
    • Reviews
      2022 GasGas SM 700 and ES 700 First Ride
      GasGas takes to the street with supermoto and dual sport models.
      By Chris NorthoverMay 13, 2022
    • News
      2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke R Gets a Face-lift
      Evolved styling hides tweaked mechanicals in revamped naked bike.
      By Ben PurvisMay 12, 2022
    • News
      2022 One Moto Show Gallery
      The best custom motorcycles from Portland’s 13th annual One Show.
      By Morgan GalesMay 12, 2022
    • Bikes
      How Much Power Does the 2022 Honda CBR500R Make?
      Big Red’s budget-conscious supersport on the Cycle World dyno.
      By Michael GilbertMay 12, 2022
    • News
      IMS Suspends 2022 Events
      IMS cancels amid pandemic woes as attraction to indie scene grows.
      By Ron LiebackMay 11, 2022
    • News
      California’s Plan for Automated Exhaust Sound Enforcement
      Smile! Your ticket is in the mail.
      By Mark LindemannMay 11, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 Kawasaki KLR650
      The KLR650 continues as a bike made for going anywhere and everywhere.
      By Cycle World StaffMay 11, 2022
    • News
      LiveWire Del Mar Launch Edition Photo Gallery
      Behold! LiveWire’s limited-edition flat-track-inspired electric motorcycle.
      By Morgan GalesMay 10, 2022
    • Buyer's Guide
      2022 KTM RC 390
      A small-displacement sportbike brimming with character and performance.
      By Cycle World StaffMay 10, 2022
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