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Supercar, or superbike? Sanrivatti wants to blend the two
A Dutch hypercar start-up is taking inspiration from superbikes, claiming a radical new driving position could transform the way performance cars feel.
Latest New Bikes News
Vespa celebrates 80th anniversary in style with new model
Vespa has launched the all-new Edizione Ottantesimo in limited numbers, which is based on the company’s GTS 310 scooter.
Latest Industry News
BMW Motorrad boss handed key role in shaping Europe's motorcycle future
With new regulations, decarbonisation targets and changing city transport strategies on the horizon, BMW’s top man will now help steer the motorcycle industry's lobbying efforts in Brussels.
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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Triumph Street Triple takes centre stage in new Birds of Prey trailer
The Triumph Street Triple takes pride of place in the latest DC Comics movie blockbuster - Birds of Prey starring Margot Robbie
Europe's biggest markets post huge jump in motorcycle sales for 2019
The biggest markets in Europe for motorcycle sales show the industry is in rude health as France, Italy and Spain all post sizeable growth for 2019
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Pristine crated motorcycles among delicious Las Vegas auction lots
A glorious range of pristine museum piece motorcycles are going up for auction, including a selection of mint condition crated models
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Stage 8 of Dakar Rally axed as tributes pour in for Paulo Goncalves
Stage 8 of the 2020 Dakar Rally is cancelled to allow riders and teams to mourn the passing of Paulo Goncalves, following his death in an accident
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Paulo Goncalves dies after Dakar Rally crash
Hero Motorsport's 2015 runner-up Paulo Goncalves succumbs to injuries following an accident on the 2020 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia
Speed is My Need screens on Netflix!
Speed is my Need is a feature-length doc-movie which chronicles the fall and rise of Leon Haslam to take the 2018 title.
Icon motorcycles revive the Triton!
The iconic combination of Triumph engine and Norton frame is once again being built by custom motorcycle shop icon Motorcycles
Small capacity Harley-Davidson should land in June this year
Harley-Davidson’s move into the small capacity motorcycle sector could take place as early as June this year when they launch the 388 for Asian markets
You can now buy a Harley-Davidson truck, again!
Harley-Davidson Sierra is the latest four-wheeled product from the company, just a year after they released the Ford F-150 based model
The Tali Smart Helmet debuts at CES
The new lid features 360-degree LED lighting, brake lights, indicators, a headlight, crash detection and Alexa technology!
Alpinestars announce the Tech-Air 5 standalone airbag jacket
Motorcycle clothing giants Alpinestars launch the Tech-Air 5, an airbag vest that can be worn under any jacket
Segway S-Pod crashes at tech show!
The Segway S-Pod has crashed at the CES show while being demonstrated to the crowds
Norton facing winding up order over unpaid taxes
Norton CEO, Stuart Garner, has been working with HMRC to pay the outstanding amount and prevent a winding-up petition
Is this the Supercharged V-Twin Honda have developing?
New patents seem to show a Honda V-Twin motorcycle featuring forced induction in the form of a supercharger
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Sam Sunderland hospitalised as crash retires him from Dakar Rally
Sam Sunderland is out of the 2020 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia after a crash leaves him with five broken vertebrae and a broken shoulder blade
2019 UK Motorcycles sales rise overall… but is outlook bleaker?
Sales of motorcycles and scooters in the UK during 2019 rise by a 1.5% overall compared with 2018 despite slowing demand in final months
Honda patent vertical airbag for motorcycles
The Honda patent shows a vertical launching airbag system that is mounted within the front-end bodywork
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Triumph announce winter sales offers
The offers include a contribution towards a private reg plate, Triumph off-road riding experiences and accessories
NIU introduce two new electric vehicles at CES 2020
The RQi-GT is a slick looking modern-styled naked motorcycle, while the TQi-GT is a covered scoot along the lines of the Piaggio MP3
Triumph announce new Street Triple S
The Triumph Street Triple range has been joined by the A2 licence friendly Street Triple S
Damon Hypersport Pro figures reveal 200hp, 200mph top speed
The stylish new Damon Hypersport Pro electric sportsbike has just revealed eye-catching specs to go with that impressive tech
Another Harley-Davidson owned by Elvis Presley is up for sale!
But the model of the one is probably not something you are expecting!
The Nawa Racer claims to be the first ultracapacitor electric bike
The use of clever battery tech means Nawa is claiming 300km, 100mph and 1-hour recharging at home
Benelli shifts record number of motorcycles in 2019
Iconic Italian marque Benelli posted more record sales in 2019 as the Benelli TRK502 spurred strong figures across Italy and Europe