Germany
Suzuki reveals 45-bike Katana Limited Edition
Just 45 examples of the special edition Suzuki Katana will be produced for the German market, each with unique decals, numbered detailing and a few added goodies.
BMW’s new factory worker is a robot (and it could one day build bikes)
A new BMW pilot project at the firm’s Leipzig plant is exploring how AI-powered machines could work alongside humans – and the technology could one day influence motorcycle manufacturing.
Bands from the UK can take part in Harley’s 2026 Music Contest
The 2026 Harley-Davidson Music Contest will be open to more bands, including performers from the UK.
Nordschleife biker turns to crowdfunding to overturn bike ban
Following on from a petition that garnered more than 5k signatures, one Nordschleife bike fan is looking to crowdfunding to begin legal proceedings with the circuit operators.
MotoGP Germany: Bagnaia Victorious After Late Martin Mistake
Round nine of the 2024 MotoGP season takes the series to the Sachsenring. Francesco Bagnaia won MotoGP Germany after Jorge Martin crashed from the lead
Biker Power! No Route Closures for Bikes in Lower Saxony
Bikers were set to be banned from certain routes in the region, although the protests and pressure seem to have done the trick
Country road popular with bikers oil-slicked for the second time in 10 months
In a similar incident to one which happened on the same road last year, oil has been poured on the L218 road, loved by bikers, in the German hills.
In Germany, the speed limit for motorcycles can be 25mph slower than for cars
German motorcyclists are facing, in some places, a strange situation where they are forced to adhere to a different speed limit than car drivers.
In Germany, electric bikes are now banned for the summer from mountain roads
A German region has announced a ban on electric bikes on some mountain roads for the summer, in addition to combustion bikes.
Manufacturers clap back in noise debate but says bikers share responsibility
The ACEM speaks out in noisy motorcycle debate saying industry shouldn't be singled out even if it issues support for controversial noise devices
Lunatic pours cooking oil across picturesque hairpin!
What can only be described as a complete lunatic has poured cooking fat across a well-known motorcycle route in Germany
WATCH this mesmerising splash and dash around a sodden Nordschleife
The Nurburgring Nordschleife is fearsome enough without having to tackle it in driving rain and sodden conditions... but it doesn't stop everyone!
Wild weather threatens Portimao, turns Nurburgring into emergency centre
Extreme weather has seen Portimao come under threat from bushfires, while the Nurburgring has become a makeshift emergency base after flooding
Thousands of German motorcyclists demonstrate against riding bans
German motorcyclists took to the streets in their thousands at the weekend, as they battle riding bans, motorcycle-only speed limits and more!
Germany looks to ban noisy bikes
The German government is looking to crack down on noisy motorcycles with the introduction of riding bans on certain days and acoustic cameras
Getting on two-wheels in Germany just got easier...
The German parliament has approved a law that allows 15-year-olds to ride a moped
Germany returns to 2020 WorldSBK calendar at Oschersleben
The 2020 WorldSBK calendar will feature at least two different venues next season with the return to Germany and Oschersleben
Autobahn speed limits declined by German parliament
German politicians have voted against the idea of setting speed limits on the currently unrestricted sections of the Autobahn
'Marc knows no-one else can ride the Honda'
'Marc knows no one else can ride the Honda… Of course, he always wants to improve the bike, but he's happy with what he's got, because he's the fastest and most competitive with it'
Marquez: I crash less, but save more
MotoGP champion Marc Marquez cites chassis changes, engine performance, concentration and calmness for drop in falls.
Crutchlow: 2019 title 'finished', Dovi 'lost his opportunity'
Cal Crutchlow thinks Marc Marquez's Mugello performance signaled the end of Andrea Dovizioso and Ducati's 2019 MotoGP title hopes.
Tuuli: MotoE fun on and off the track
'I went into the first corner and two guys passed me, one on the outside and one on the inside' - inaugural MotoE winner Niki Tuuli.
Jonas Folger plans full Moto2 return in 2020
'I've made the decision that I want to race again in Moto2 next year' - Jonas Folger.