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When Indian Motorcycle and Kraus Motor Co. team up, expect nothing short of brutal beauty—and their final Forged Series build is exactly that. Crafted for former UFC champ Cody “No Love” Garbrandt, this custom Chieftain PowerPlus is a vicious V-twin street brawler with championship DNA and elite craftsmanship baked into every billet. Built entirely in-house by Satya Kraus and his...

Maxwell Hazan isn’t just building custom bikes - he’s engineering adrenaline. The Los Angeles-based motorcycle artist has just unveiled his most ambitious project yet: the HF355, a Ferrari-powered motorcycle. At its heart is a 3.5-litre V8 from a Ferrari F355, making around 400 horsepower, paired with a 6-speed transmission. But the real mind-bender? There’s no conventional frame. The engine and...

Ducati is planting the seed of motorcycle passion early, really early. In a collaboration with Italian toy maker Peg Perego, the Bologna-based brand has launched a line of electric ride-on bikes for children, inspired by its full-size two-wheeled icons. And yes, they come in that unmistakable Ducati Red. The lineup starts with a 6V trike, priced at around AED 475,...

Moto Morini has rolled out its latest mid-capacity ADV, the AllTrhike 450, and it’s gunning straight for the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and CFMoto 450MT. With pre-orders already open in Europe and deliveries expected by September, the Italian marque is clearly gearing up for a serious play in the lightweight adventure segment. Built around a steel frame and rolling on...

The British beast is back - only this time, it’s got Indian muscle in its corner. Norton Motorcycles has teased its all-new 1200cc superbike, set to make a grand debut at EICMA 2025. And it’s not just hype - TVS Motor Company CEO Sudarshan Venu personally test-rode the prototype in the UK, underlining just how important this flagship is...

Indian Motorcycle has teamed up with renowned custom shop Forever Rad to create a one-of-a-kind Chieftain PowerPlus for country music star Tyler Hubbard. Featured in the latest Forged video series, this custom build brings together race-inspired aggression with road-trip-ready comfort, all wrapped in meticulous detail. Built from the ground up over three months, the Chieftain flaunts a fully Cerakoted PowerPlus...

Kawasaki has announced a global recall of the 2024 and 2025 Ninja ZX-6R, including the KRT Edition and 40th Anniversary model, due to a critical engine defect. The issue stems from over-torqued crankshaft bolts during manufacturing, which may restrict oil clearance around the crankshaft bearing. If left unaddressed, the defect could cause the bearing to fail and, in extreme cases,...

Honda is gearing up to unveil a new CB1000F SE model at the upcoming Suzuka 8 Hours event, scheduled from August 1–3. This special edition is expected to build on the recently revealed CB1000F concept, which made its first public appearance at the 41st Osaka Motorcycle Show earlier this year. While official specs are still under wraps, Honda has teased...

BMW Motorrad has unveiled the R 1300 R TITAN — a custom sprint machine crafted by a passionate in-house team. Combining design finesse with motorsport aggression, this one-off project showcases what happens when innovation meets obsession. The TITAN takes the base R 1300 R and transforms it into a fierce, compact sprint racer. With a low-slung stance and aggressive styling,...

BMW Motorrad is gearing up to launch the production version of the F450GS by the end of 2025. First previewed as a concept, the upcoming baby GS was confirmed during the recent BMW Motorrad Days in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, and promises to bring adventure-ready tech in a compact package. At the heart of the F450GS is a new 450cc parallel-twin engine,...

Suzuki has pulled the covers off two stylish neo-retro machines — the GSX-8T and GSX-8TT — both based on the GSX-8R’s proven platform but with a throwback twist. Powering both models is the same 776cc parallel-twin engine found in the GSX-8R and V-Strom 800DE, producing 83 hp and 78 Nm. The duo also carries over the 6-speed gearbox with a...

BMW Motorrad has updated its flagship electric scooter, the CE 04, reinforcing its position as the market leader in premium urban e-mobility. First launched in 2021, the CE 04 continues to set benchmarks with its futuristic design, connected tech, and electric performance. For 2025, the CE 04 gets three fresh variants: Basic: Finished in Lightwhite with black-grey seat and clear windshield. Avantgarde:...

Yamaha’s futuristic MOTOROiD2 concept has bagged the Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2025, marking the brand’s fourth win in the prestigious global competition. This is Yamaha’s first win in the category in six years, following previous concept triumphs like the original MOTOROiD (2018) and YNF-01 (2019). Unveiled to the public in 2023, the MOTOROiD2 is an evolution of the 2017...

Royal Enfield has pulled the wraps off the FT450, an ultra-limited flat tracker built exclusively for its 2025 Slide School programme. Developed in collaboration with Dirt Craft and flat track ace Gary Birtwistle, the FT450 is a purpose-built machine designed to bring the thrill of sideways riding to enthusiasts. Based on the all-new Guerrilla 450, the FT450 retains the same...

MV Agusta has dropped the curtain on its most drop-dead gorgeous machine yet—the Superveloce 1000 Ago. A jaw-dropping celebration of MV’s 80th anniversary and a tribute to the legendary Giacomo Agostini, this limited-run superbike oozes performance, prestige, and pure Italian sex appeal. Only 83 units will be built, each costing an eye-watering $80,098. And trust us, it’s worth every penny. Draped...

Piaggio has unveiled the limited-edition Vespa Officina 8 series, celebrating the historic experimental department that gave birth to the first Vespa prototypes. Inspired by the post-war innovation era at Pontedera’s Officina 8, this new line combines vintage industrial design and modern flair. The special edition spans across the Vespa Primavera (50 & 150cc) and the sportier Vespa GTV 310, featuring...

Suzuki appears to be developing a new sports touring motorcycle based on the GSX-8R platform. According to a leaked international certification document, two upcoming models—GSX-8T and GSX-8TT—are in the pipeline, likely representing standard and premium variants. Both models are expected to feature the same 776cc parallel-twin engine found on the GSX-8R, GSX-8S, and V-Strom 800, producing 81.8 bhp and 78...

Yamaha is taking motorcycle lighting tech to the next level with the world’s first Matrix LED headlights on a production bike — the updated Tracer 9 tourer. Borrowed from premium cars, Matrix LED systems use individual LEDs that operate independently. This setup allows for dynamic light distribution — enhancing visibility while avoiding glare for oncoming traffic. The system can automatically...

Royal Enfield’s electric ambitions are becoming a reality, with the Himalayan Electric recently spotted testing in Ladakh. This test mule appears close to production and builds on the HIM-E prototype first showcased at EICMA 2023. The electric ADV carries forward Royal Enfield’s rugged DNA, evident in its custom-built aluminium frame, swingarm, and battery casing. The chassis uses the battery and...

Big news for Ducatisti and performance junkies - Ducati is diving into the automatic gearbox game, and it’s not messing around. Leaked patent filings reveal that the Italian powerhouse is working on a semi-automatic transmission system for its high-performance sportbikes. Think seamless shifting without losing that raw connection to the machine. This isn’t just a gimmick. Ducati’s setup can work...