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VW reveals huge model range cuts amid Ducati sale rumours
Rumblings surrounding a potential sale of Ducati remain large, and Volkswagen’s latest comments suggest this could be a growing possibility.
Latest New Bikes News
Here’s what the roadgoing Honda V3R will really look like
Type approval images have revealed what the V3R 900 E-Compressor will really look like once it hits the streets.
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Latest Industry News
VW reveals huge model range cuts amid Ducati sale rumours
Rumblings surrounding a potential sale of Ducati remain large, and Volkswagen’s latest comments suggest this could be a growing possibility.
Latest Viral News
The BMW K18 Vision sounds otherworldly at FoS
BMW’s incredible K18 Vision concept bike is more than just a show pony, as it proved by taking to the famous Festival of Speed hillclimb.
Videos
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'Brazen' criminals jailed after stealing around £1 million-worth of motorbikes
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We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
Rv Turner and Sharp
Yamaha R7 2026 Review: Still The Benchmark For entry-level Sports Bikes?
The World's First Ever Self-Balancing Bike Is Here.. But Do We Need It?
RIDE, AGAIN | Harley-Davidson
One Of These Bikes Clearly Comes Out On Top: Triumph Tracker and Thruxton 400 Tested
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VW reveals huge model range cuts amid Ducati sale rumours
Rumblings surrounding a potential sale of Ducati remain large, and Volkswagen’s latest comments suggest this could be a growing possibility.
Here’s what the roadgoing Honda V3R will really look like
Type approval images have revealed what the V3R 900 E-Compressor will really look like once it hits the streets.
EU looking at satellite tech that could slow vehicles remotely
The technology already exists to warn drivers about speeding – now the EU is examining whether vehicles should actively prevent it.
The BMW K18 Vision sounds otherworldly at FoS
BMW’s incredible K18 Vision concept bike is more than just a show pony, as it proved by taking to the famous Festival of Speed hillclimb.
Custom motorcycles are finally getting their own SEMA showdown
The famous SEMA Battle of the Builders competition is opening its doors to custom motorcycles for the first time in its 13-year history.
Waze finally gets a proper motorcycle mode, and it could be a game-changer
The Google-owned navigation app Waze is finally getting motorcycle-specific routing, hazard warnings and smarter ETAs.
Harley-Davidson has been downgraded by S&P Global; here's what that means
S&P Global has cut Harley-Davidson's credit rating from BBB- to BB+, pushing the American icon into so-called "junk" territory, but the implications for riders are less dramatic than the headlines suggest.
Vintage cafe racer from Henry Cole’s collection goes up for sale
A rare Moto Martin CB1100F, recently owned by The Motorbike Show and Shed & Buried presenter Henry Cole, is going under the hammer this month.
If your helmet graphics aren't visible from space, Shark has you covered
The new Shark Skwal Cup Eric Granado Replica helmet takes inspiration from the Brazilian rider's national colours and racing career.
This quirky little two-stroke was once the ride of choice for one of the biggest names in F1
The humble Yamaha LB80 Chappy was a familiar sight in racing paddocks during the 1970s, but few can claim to have been ridden by a reigning Formula 1 world champion.
Disqualified rider jailed after launching Sur-Ron off Newport bridge
Police helicopter footage and a roadside stinger helped bring an end to a bizarre Sur-Ron pursuit in Newport.
This 205bhp KTM-powered ‘hyperbike’ has glowing paint and a real diamond
The DA#22 combines KTM V-twin power with hand-built aluminium bodywork and some very unusual details.
Doing this one simple thing could land you in serious trouble on the Stelvio Pass
South Tyrol says the move protects sensitive mountain environments, but riders are already questioning where a group ride ends and an organised event begins.
Shoei updates Hornet ADV for ECE 22.06 era: prices start at £529.99
Shoei's highly popular adventure helmet enters the ECE 22.06 era with updated safety credentials, revised internals and prices starting from £529.99.
Track every trip with Cardo’s enhanced Ride Pro app
Cardo is promising a more “connected experience before, during and after every ride”, after announcing a new partnership with Apple that brings more tech to its Ride Pro system.
Brembo wins Red Dot award but not for the reason you might expect
A new data monitoring system, not a new brake caliper, is responsible for helping Brembo win its latest Red Dot award.
This one-off Vespa takes its inspiration from the world's most beautiful ship
A unique Vespa inspired by the Italian Navy's legendary training ship has been unveiled alongside the vessel itself in New York Harbour.
Ducati's tribute to Mike Hailwood's famous TT victory goes to auction
Built to honour Mike Hailwood's famous 1978 Isle of Man TT comeback victory, the MHR became a Ducati icon in its own right.
Ducati takes over Goodwood with special celebration
Ducati legends react to the company’s special balcony moment at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, which included a mix of past and present champions.
Shapeshifting El’Kid jet helmet lands at an incredible price
The new helmet from Tucano Urbano answers one of the biggest problems parents of young bikers have.
New handheld speed camera is a mobile speed ticket machine
The PSNI has begun trialling new TruCAM II laser speed cameras capable of operating almost anywhere, and they can issue tickets without ever pulling the vehicle over.
Suzuki’s first one-litre Isle of Man TT bike heads to UK auction
A special Suzuki GS1000R, raced by Mick Grant at the Isle of Man TT, is heading for auction in the UK later this month.
This Evel Knievel-inspired Ruttman minibike is every 1970s kid's dream
A restored 1972 Ruttman minibike has appeared for sale, bringing back memories of the Evel Knievel era and the machines that introduced a generation to motorcycles.
Indian Motorcycle reveals 44th Faro Rally grand prize
Indian Motorcycle has confirmed that the 44th edition of the Faro Rally will feature a new Indian Scout as the grand prize.