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The Harley-Davidson Deadwood
New Bikes
2h ago
Remember the Harley Deadwood trademark? Turns out it wasn't a red herring
Harley-Davidson's mysterious Deadwood trademark has become a production bike, bringing old-school bobber styling and a Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine to the Softail range.
Jannik Sinner holding Wimbledon gentlemen's singles trophy. Credit: Wimbledon.
General
2h ago
Best tennis player in the world fails motorcycle test for the fourth time
New BMW R12 G/S GS Trophy Competition Bike.
New Bikes
3h ago
BMW Motorrad reveals new R12 G/S off-road competition bike
Paul Weller sitting on a his Lambretta Li150 'Stanley Road' scooter
General
3h ago
The Modfather's masterpiece: Paul Weller's Stanley Road Lambretta hits the auction block
General
Brit biker Craig Foreman learns of Iranian prison sentence extension
3h ago
Lindsay and Craig Foreman
New Bikes
Triumph Factory Custom returns with limited-edition Speed Twin 1200
4h ago
New Triumph Speed Twin 1200 TFC.
Industry
VW reveals huge model range cuts amid Ducati sale rumours
14/07/26
2025 Streetfighter V4 S - static
New Bikes
Here’s what the roadgoing Honda V3R will really look like
14/07/26
A patent image of the Honda V3R 900 E-Compressor
General
EU looking at satellite tech that could slow vehicles remotely
14/07/26
Riding past a 50 speed limit sign
Viral
The BMW K18 Vision sounds otherworldly at FoS
14/07/26
The BMW K18 Vision
General
Custom motorcycles are finally getting their own SEMA showdown
14/07/26
SEMA adds bikes to Battle of the Builders
Product News
Waze finally gets a proper motorcycle mode, and it could be a game-changer
14/07/26
The Waze Logo
Industry
Harley-Davidson has been downgraded by S&P Global; here's what that means
14/07/26
The paint details of the 2026 Super Glide
General
Vintage cafe racer from Henry Cole’s collection goes up for sale
13/07/26
Former Henry Cole Moto Martin CB1100F. Credit: H&H Classics.

Latest New Bikes News

The Harley-Davidson Deadwood
New Bikes
2h ago
Remember the Harley Deadwood trademark? Turns out it wasn't a red herring
Harley-Davidson's mysterious Deadwood trademark has become a production bike, bringing old-school bobber styling and a Milwaukee-Eight 117 engine to the Softail range.
New BMW R12 G/S GS Trophy Competition Bike.
New Bikes
3h ago
BMW Motorrad reveals new R12 G/S off-road competition bike
New Triumph Speed Twin 1200 TFC.
New Bikes
4h ago
Triumph Factory Custom returns with limited-edition Speed Twin 1200
A patent image of the Honda V3R 900 E-Compressor
New Bikes
14/07/26
Here’s what the roadgoing Honda V3R will really look like
New Bikes
This one-off Vespa takes its inspiration from the world's most beautiful ship
10/07/26
The Vespa Amerigo Vespucci scooter
New Bikes
This Evel Knievel-inspired Ruttman minibike is every 1970s kid's dream
09/07/26
A Ruttman minibike with Knievel paint work
New Bikes
Ducati's rarest Panigale V4S replicas are heading to auction with delivery mileage
09/07/26
The top clamp of a Ducati Panigale V4S
New Bikes
BMW’s 2027 model update spreads to boxer platform
09/07/26
2027 BMW R12 G/S model update.
New Bikes
KTM launches a new race-ready enduro line-up
08/07/26
New KTM 6Days Enduro of Nations motorcycle.
New Bikes
Triumph refreshes six models with new models for 2027
07/07/26
The 2027 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS
New Bikes
QJMotor patents active winglets that could change superbike aero forever
07/07/26
A QJ Motor patent showing movable winglets
New Bikes
Kawasaki's updated Ninja H2 could be getting a surprising power cut
07/07/26
Kawasaki H2
New Bikes
Ducati to unveil first supermoto at World Ducati Week
06/07/26
Ducati Desmo450 SM on stage at World Ducati Week.
New Bikes
BMW brings long list of updates to flagship superbike
04/07/26
BMW M Motorsport frame for M1000 RR.

Latest Industry News

2025 Streetfighter V4 S - static
Industry
14/07/26
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.
The paint details of the 2026 Super Glide
Industry
14/07/26
Harley-Davidson has been downgraded by S&P Global; here's what that means
2026 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally
Industry
03/07/26
VW finally addresses Ducati sale rumours
Industry
02/07/26
Hagerty to acquire Bennetts in £34 million deal
Industry
BMW Motorrad boss handed key role in shaping Europe's motorcycle future
23/06/26
The BMw Motorrad CEO, Markus Flasch
Industry
KTM poaches BMW Motorrad tech chief Christof Lischka as executive board reshuffle completes ahead of 2026 production push
11/06/26
Christof Lischka during his time with BMW
Industry
"Respect is not surrender": Indian claps back in Harley-Davidson influencer row
11/06/26
Indian Chief Vintage. Credit: Indian Motorcycle.
Industry
Harley moves Revolution Max manufacturing – but probably not in the way you are thinking
10/06/26
Harley-Davidson 1250cc Revolution Max Engine
Industry
Riders aren't buying into electric road bikes – and rising costs are playing a part
09/06/26
Charging an Energica
Industry
How scooters and motorcycles could unlock major urban space gains
02/06/26
A scooter in a high rise urban environment
Industry
Indian launches ARO performance division to rival Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle
29/05/26
Indian America Racing Operations - ARO
Industry
Honda is trying to convince Gen Z that bikes still make sense
22/05/26
Honda targets new generation of riders with Reading University event
Industry
LiveWire’s latest move proves electric dirt bikes might be the only EV segment that’s actually working
19/05/26
A dirst bike being ridden in woodland
Industry
KTM sales surge 125 per cent as Bajaj-backed turnaround gathers pace
19/05/26
2027 KTM 450 Rally Replica in action.

Latest Viral News

The BMW K18 Vision
Viral
14/07/26
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.
A man throwing an electric motorcycle off a bridge and into a river
Viral
13/07/26
Disqualified rider jailed after launching Sur-Ron off Newport bridge
Yamaha's AI-powered MOTOROiD:Λ
Viral
08/07/26
Yamaha's weirdest bike just won one of design's biggest awards
A Triumph Rocket III
Viral
01/07/26
Before manufacturers discovered influencers, Triumph made this viral masterpiece
Viral
Holy stolen motorcycles! Mexico's caped crusader is cleaning up the streets
30/06/26
The Batman Lagos de Moreno
Viral
When two wheels meets the game of two halves: Bolt Vs Pickford spot kick challenge
09/06/26
Billy Bolt performing a wheelie outside the new Everton stadium
Viral
Suzuki GSX-R750 left hanging from traffic light after collision
13/05/26
Suzuki GSX-R750 stuck in a traffic light pole.
Viral
Two convicted over £140k bike heist – but both expected to walk free
28/04/26
Two convicted over £140k bike heist
Viral
Zayn Sofuoglu seen riding a Kawasaki H2R at just six years old
26/03/26
Zayn Sofuoglu riding a Kawasaki H2R
Viral
Appleyard Motorcycles suffers devastating bike theft attack
13/03/26
CCTV footage of thieves stealing Husqvarna motorcycles
Viral
This custom LiveWire might be the most stunning bike of 2026 – or most disgusting?
10/03/26
Gas Monkey Garage custom LiveWire Alpinista chopper. Credit: YouTube/Gas Monkey Garage.
Viral
Josh Herrin survives pit lane collision at Daytona
10/03/26
Josh Herrin and the camera operator at the Daytona 200
Viral
Toprak Razgatlioglu wows the crowds during unusual Tuk Tuk race
02/03/26
Toprak Razgatlioglu and Jack Miller racing a Tuk Tuk. Photo credit - Gold and Goose
Viral
Moto2 star David Alonso seemingly crashes after racing a plane
16/02/26
David Alonso racing an aircraft
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How My Dad Got To MotoGP for £14,000
How My Dad Got To MotoGP for £14,000
MOTOROiD：Λ - Sim2Real 02
MOTOROiD：Λ - Sim2Real 02
'Brazen' criminals jailed after stealing around £1 million-worth of motorbikes
'Brazen' criminals jailed after stealing around £1 million-worth of motorbikes
TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 - funny motorcycle commercial and viral advertising campaign
TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 - funny motorcycle commercial and viral advertising campaign
We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
Rv Turner and Sharp
Rv Turner and Sharp
Yamaha R7 2026 Review: Still The Benchmark For entry-level Sports Bikes?
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?
The World's First Ever Self-Balancing Bike Is Here.. But Do We Need It?
RIDE, AGAIN | Harley-Davidson
RIDE, AGAIN | Harley-Davidson
One Of These Bikes Clearly Comes Out On Top: Triumph Tracker and Thruxton 400 Tested
One Of These Bikes Clearly Comes Out On Top: Triumph Tracker and Thruxton 400 Tested

All Motorcycle News

General
15/07/11
Last Brough SS100 on sale at Bonhams
Quarter of a million pounds should be enough...
New Bikes
15/07/11
Triumph Street 'Single' rumoured
Triumph believed to be working on a 350cc single in Brazil
New Bikes
14/07/11
Will Yamaha World Crosser reach production?
Super Ténéré based concept name trademarked
New Bikes
14/07/11
MV Agusta F3 'Serie Oro' special
Standard F3 will RRP at €11,990
General
14/07/11
Cumbria and Yorkshire police target bikers
Popular motorcycle routes patrolled
General
13/07/11
UK's worst motorcycle theft regions revealed
Where does your area rank?
New Bikes
13/07/11
Stop Press: New Honda Deauville
Honda DN-01 to be reborn as new Deauville?
Industry
13/07/11
European PTW market 'in crisis'
A slump in sales in Italy drag down the rest of Europe's already bad figures
General
12/07/11
Suzi Perry warns bikers to protect their hearing
TV presenter reveals riding without protection has resulted in long-term damage to her hearing
New Bikes
11/07/11
KTM Freeride: eBike out in 2012
Three models expected to be unveiled at EIMCA in November
Industry
08/07/11
Mandatory ABS set for motorcycles
Legislation to come into effect from 2017
General
08/07/11
Diavel recalled (again)
Problem with the number plate hanger
New Bikes
08/07/11
New Goldwing released. This time for the UK
2012 'Wing is coming to the UK later this year
New Bikes
07/07/11
Return of the Midual
Is France about to get a new motorcycle manufacturer?
New Bikes
07/07/11
Learner-friendly: SYM Wolf 125
New learner legal naked bike priced at £2999
New Bikes
05/07/11
Scooter: New Vision from Honda
110cc scooter released next month priced at £1,800
Viral
04/07/11
Super Ténéré: 'better than sex'?
Adrian Chiles samples the Yamaha Super Ténéré
General
04/07/11
US Biker dies in anti-helmet protest...
…from head trauma
New Bikes
04/07/11
First 2012 BMWs revealed
R1200GS is unchanged despite rumoured replacement
General
04/07/11
Husqvarna Nuda 900 – the video
Official video of the new Husky in action
General
04/07/11
£3000 fine for killing two bikers
French tourist fined after killing rider and pillion in Scotland last August
New Bikes
01/07/11
BMW Advanced Safety Concept: bike of the future?
A host of safety concepts on BMWs K1600GT
New Bikes
01/07/11
Semi-active suspension coming to production BMWs soon
Suspension innovation from BMW with Dynamic Damping Control
New Bikes
01/07/11
BMW reveals electric scooter
Officially it's just a concept. For now