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2026 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX available with new offer
Kawasaki has revealed a new offer across its 2026 Ninja 1100SX model until the end of June, giving customers the chance to save money on a performance or tourer kit.
Latest New Bikes News
Ducati expands off-road line-up with all-new Desmo250 MX
Ducati has launched the all-new Desmo250 MX, which takes after the bigger Desmo450 following its release one year ago.
LiveWire's tiny new electric bikes enter production as the UK price and delivery date it confirmed
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Latest Industry News
KTM poaches BMW Motorrad tech chief Christof Lischka as executive board reshuffle completes ahead of 2026 production push
KTM has appointed former BMW Motorrad development boss Christof Lischka as its new head of technology and product, completing a reshaped executive board as it pushes ahead with its 2026 recovery.
Latest Viral News
When two wheels meets the game of two halves: Bolt Vs Pickford spot kick challenge
Hard enduro star Billy Bolt and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford go head-to-head in a football challenge unlike anything seen before inside Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Videos
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
BMW F450 review | Is this the GS the G310 should have been?
Kawasaki Z650 S 2026 Review: Comfort, Control And A Few Compromises
There's a lot to unpack with these two bikes #BMW #bmwF450 #bikers
The next bike we're taking out on the road... #kawasaki #bikelife
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Ex-Yamaha boss to take the reigns at IMMA
Eric de Seynes was formerly the CEO at Yamaha although he’ll now preside over the International Motorcycle Manufacturers’ Association
Kawasaki patents a magnetic brake to help save riders from low sides
The Kawasaki electronic brake works off the chain pinion and is designed to stabilise the bike on corner entry
New KTM 890 SMT launched, set to arrive in May
The new KTM 890 SMT 'supermoto-tourer' has been launched by KTM, reviving the 'SMT' after almost a decade since the last model.
Date and locations announced for 2023 Ducati We Ride As One event
The Ducati We Ride As One event is back for its second edition in 2023, with participating Ducati dealers located across the globe.
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2024 KTM motocross range launched, evolution from 2023
KTM has launched its 2024 motocross bike range. The new model year sees an evolution from 2023, which itself saw quite a change in design.
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KTM, Husqvarna, GasGas announce 'VAT-free' promotions on 2023 enduro bikes
All three Pierer Mobility Group brands - KTM, GasGas, and Husqvarna - have announced similar offers, relating to their respective 2023 enduro ranges.
New electric motorcycle powertrain Jante launched by Cake
The new Cake Jante is a new electric motor from the Swedish manufacturer which it hopes will bring more performance to its electric motorcycle products.
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KTM launches six-bike 2024 cross-country range
The 2024 KTM cross-country range has dropped, with three four-stroke XC-F models and three two-stroke XC models for the new model year.
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Yamaha NEO's gets new "Aqua" colour for 2023
Yamaha has introduced a bit more colour to the 50cc-equivalent NEO's electric scooter, with the new "Aqua" option arriving for this year.
New patent filings show Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide 121
New patent filings show the first images of the Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide 121, which is anticipated for a 2024 release.
Majority of UK motorists want existing ALR smart motorways scrapped, study finds
New research from the RAC suggests that the majority of UK motorists would like to see the existing stretches of all-lane-running smart motorways reverted.
Caberg adds to motorcycle helmet range with new Avalon X
The newest addition to the 2023 motorcycle helmet range from the Italian brand, Caberg, has been launched. The Avalon X is aimed at younger riders.
Video emerges of new Triumph motocross bike tested by Clement Desalle
A new video has emerged appearing to show Clement Desalle testing the anticipated Triumph motocross bike that will race for the first time next January.
Zapp wins Red Dot Design Award for i300 Carbon Launch Edition electric scooter
The British manufacturer, Zapp, has won a Red Dot Design Award for Product Design for its i300 Carbon Launch Edition electric scooter.
MAG leaders speak at anti-ULEZ expansion protest
A protest, attended by the Motorcycle Action Group, was held last weekend in London opposing the planned expansion of London's ULEZ zone.
Aprilia All Stars 2023 set for end of May in Misano
The date for the 2023 Aprilia All Stars event has been announced, and is set for the end of May at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli.
Suzuki launches new £500 test ride incentive on 650cc V-twins
Suzuki is now offering a £500 saving as a test ride incentive on its range of V-twin 650cc motorcycles, including the SV650 and V-Strom 650.
Ford hands-free driving system approved for use on UK roads
The Ford Mach-E allows the ‘driver’ to remove hands from the wheel, and it’s just the start of the government’s push to a self-driving future
New police drone trials focus on motorcycle road safety
New trials of police drones have begun to try to reduce road accidents. A particular focus has also been put on motorcyclists.
All future Smart Motorway construction has been scrapped!
As the government acknowledges the shortcomings of the Smart Motorway network and cancels further projects, is this the moment campaigners have been waiting for?
Energica continues to strengthen in Europe with new distributor
A new distributor has been announced by Energica for Latvia, as the Italian manufacturer continues to strengthen its European presence.
Suzuki Hayabusa now available at lower APR with new finance promotion
A new promotion from Suzuki means the Suzuki Hayabusa is available on lower APR rates with both PCP and HP financing options, with a £1,000 deposit.
ITV's Dickinson's Real Deal set for National Motorcycle Museum in May
The ITV daytime show, Dickinson's Real Deal, will be hosted by the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull next month on 13 May.
Ex-Mike Hailwood 125cc GP race bike up for grabs
The Ducati ‘Barcone’ 125cc Grand Prix bike was ridden by Hailwood in Europe and even at the Isle of Man the TT