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KTM has lifted the covers off the 2026 450 Rally Replica, a purpose-built rally raid machine designed for hardcore privateers and pro teams. Limited to just 150 units globally, it’s crafted for RallyGP, Rally2, and Malle Moto competitors and draws directly from KTM’s Dakar-winning factory bikes. Powered by a 450cc fuel-injected SOHC engine paired with a six-speed gearbox and hydraulic...

After years of speculation, the first prototype of the KTM E-Duke has finally surfaced - thanks to a video shared by stunt rider Rok Bagoros from KTM’s Motohall in Mattighofen, Austria. This marks a big step forward in KTM’s electrification journey, three years after the E-Duke was first teased at a Pierer Mobility investor presentation. While official specs are still...

BMW Motorrad has revealed the Concept RR, a futuristic supersport prototype at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Italy, offering a bold vision of the brand’s next-gen performance machines. Heavily inspired by the championship-winning M 1000 RR, the BMW Concept RR carries the same fire-breathing 230 bhp inline-four cylinder engine and advanced electronic wizardry from BMW’s WSBK race bike....

Honda has officially entered the electric motorcycle arena with the E-VO, launched in China under the Wuyang-Honda partnership, and it’s got bike enthusiasts buzzing. Styled like a modern-day cafe racer, the E-VO is a head-turner with its round LED headlamp, bubble fairing, clip-ons, bar-end mirrors, and a neatly sculpted body hiding the battery pack. It’s retro meets future, and it...

Ducati’s off-road dreams just got real. The iconic Italian brand has kicked off production of its first-ever motocross machine, the Desmo450 MX, at its Borgo Panigale factory, entering into a new era for red-blooded dirt enthusiasts. Fresh off a GP podium finish by Jeremy Seewer and a national title on debut with Alessandro Lupino, the Desmo450 MX is more than...

Bajaj Auto is set to acquire a majority stake in Austrian motorcycle giant KTM through its Netherlands-based arm, Bajaj Auto International Holdings BV (BAIHBV), with a massive €800 million investment. The funding package includes a €450 million secured term loan to KTM AG, €150 million via convertible bonds in Pierer Bajaj AG (PBAG), and €200 million already injected as shareholder...

Dubai’s streets came alive with vintage charm and purpose on May 18 as the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) Arabia 2025 saw over 300 classic motorcycle enthusiasts unite for a stylish ride in support of men’s health. The event, organized by the Piston Kings Motorcycle Community, raised awareness for mental health and prostate cancer under the global Movember Foundation banner. Riders,...

Triumph has turned the wick all the way up with its wildest Speed Triple yet — the Speed Triple 1200 RX. Limited to just 1,200 units worldwide, this ultra-exclusive streetfighter is built to dominate roads and track days alike. Wearing a jaw-dropping Triumph Performance Yellow with Granite highlights and dressed in carbon fibre, the RX screams aggression. Clip-on handlebars and...

Harley-Davidson is teaming up with MotoGP to launch a global racing series featuring Road Glide baggers, set to debut in 2026. The all-new championship will run during six MotoGP Grand Prix weekends across Europe and North America, with two races per round and a grid of 6–8 teams fielding two riders each. Harley-Davidson Factory Racing will back the effort. This...

The 19th edition of International Female Ride Day (IFRD) rolled out across the UAE on May 3, 2025, celebrating women riders with an inspiring show of unity and horsepower. Over 60 female motorcyclists from more than 35 nationalities came together for a 67-km parade ride, which started at Last Exit Dubai and concluded at The Farm Restaurant in Al...

The Arenacross World Tour Finals, presented by PKE, in Abu Dhabi just got even more exciting for young motorsport fans. Kids aged 5 to 7 can now experience their first taste of racing action with My First Race Abu Dhabi, powered by ANB Motorsports - an exclusive opportunity to compete on the same dirt track as professional riders at...

Ducati is gearing up to unveil the 2026 Diavel V4 RS, a hotter, sportier evolution of its already outrageous muscle cruiser. The upcoming RS variant has been confirmed through a U.S. NHTSA VIN decoder, signaling its addition to Ducati’s 2026 lineup alongside updates to the Monster and DesertX. Following Ducati’s RS tradition, seen on the Multistrada V4 RS and Monster...

Skoda’s design studio has taken a bold detour from four wheels to two by reviving the 1899 Laurin & Klement Slavia B — this time, as an all-electric cafe racer concept. The project kicks off a new series spotlighting reimagined Skoda icons, and fittingly draws from the brand’s early roots in motorcycles and bicycles. The concept was penned by French...

Triumph has dropped a teaser for its upcoming Speed Triple RX, set for a global debut on May 13, 2025. Likely a racier, more feature-loaded version of the Speed Triple 1200 RS, the RX is expected to bridge the gap between the naked RS and the faired RR. Triumph Speed Triple RX: What to expect The teaser reveals a neon green...

The stage is set for an epic night of high-flying action as the Arenacross World Tour Finals Presented by PKE roar into Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, on Saturday, July 5, 2025. With the championship title up for grabs, the world’s best indoor motocross racers and freestyle stunt riders will go bar-to-bar in a night packed with adrenaline and gravity-defying...

Triumph has just dropped a head-turner — the Trident 660 Triple Tribute Edition, and it’s dripping with Isle of Man TT heritage. This special edition celebrates Triumph’s five TT wins with a retro race-inspired look and subtle performance tweaks that make it more than just eye candy. The standout? A striking tri-colour livery — crisp white base, bold blue stripes,...

BMW Motorrad has given its touring lineup a major refresh with the reveal of the new R1300 RS and R1300 RT, both powered by the same 1300cc boxer engine found in the recently introduced R1300 R naked bike. This marks a significant leap for BMW’s sport-touring and grand-touring machines, not just in performance but also in chassis design and...

The Piston Kings Motorcycle Community is set to host the second edition of the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride Arabia (DGR Arabia) in Dubai on Sunday, May 18, 2025. The event brings together classic and vintage motorcycle enthusiasts in dapper attire to ride for a cause - raising awareness and funds for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health through the global...

Yamaha is reimagining motorcycle safety with a new single-camera collision warning system, recently revealed in patent filings from Japan. While most modern ADAS setups rely on radar or dual cameras for depth perception, Yamaha’s system aims to simplify things, using just one front-facing camera backed by intelligent software. The innovation lies in how the system processes visual data. By analyzing...

Japanese tuning specialists Trick Star have pushed the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R to new extremes, clocking an astonishing 295 kmph (183.3 mph) with a custom turbo setup. This achievement marks one of the highest top speeds ever recorded for a 400cc motorcycle. No strangers to performance records, Trick Star previously boosted the Kawasaki ZX-25R to a staggering 250 kmph (155 mph)....