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Looks are indeed a subjective thing, however, I have hardly come across any motorcyclist who has told me that he/she doesn't like a cafe racer. I mean, it's always good to see a cafe racer, isn't it? It doesn't matter how much horsepower it has or how fast it can go. There is a different charm to ride cafe...

Here's a new adventure motorcycle from a Chinese brand that looks pretty interesting. And one of the reasons for that is that it reminds us of another ADV that's quite capable and popular. Any guesses? Well, it's the Harley-Davidson Pan America. Don't you think so? https://youtu.be/3qfAiydEVU0 Anyway, the ADV here is called the MBP T502X. It is from a fairly new...

Having a collection of scale models of your favourite motorcycles is a common activity/hobby amongst bike enthusiasts. However, what isn't common is a Honda CB750 Four, whether it's an actual motorcycle or its scale model. While it's difficult to find a maintained CB750 Four in today's time, getting its replica for your collection isn't that challenging thanks to the German...

Things seem to be getting serious at Ducati regarding the motocross competitions as the Italian two-wheeler giant has created a new and separate division for off-road racing. And it has been named - the Ducati Corse Off-Road. Earlier this year Ducati announced a new project for a range of off-road models that will see the light in the near future,...

Triumph Daytona is undoubtedly one of the most popular and desired motorcycles among enthusiasts. The head-turning styling, super sport riding position and of course, the sweet symphony of the very capable inline 3-cylinder engine - this is a combination of a fantastic riding experience. Unfortunately, the Triumph Daytona 675 left us quite a while ago and since then, there hasn't...

Certain Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide models may become difficult to control at speeds of over 100 mph or 160 kph due to overly-sensitive engine control module settings. As a result, the company has announced a voluntary safety recall. The official document states, "may respond more than expected to road and environmental inputs (examples: road irregularity, wind gust) when operated at...

Ducati has created 5 special Panigale series that are inspired by the liveries of the bikes of Bagnaia, Bautista, Bulega, Martin and Bezzecchi in MotoGP, WorldSBK and WorldSSP. The bikes were presented during the press conference anticipating "Campioni in Festa", the event with which Ducati celebrated this historic success together with its enthusiasts. 2023 was an incredible year for Ducati:...

Kawasaki revealed its first hydrogen motorcycle at the Group Vision 2030 Progress Report Meeting held earlier this month. Based on the company's mighty H2 SX, the hydrogen motorcycle looks pretty complete, however, it is not. The test runs are scheduled to begin in 2024 and Kawasaki plans to commercialize the hydrogen-engine-powered motorcycles by 2030. What we can infer from the...

Benelli has unveiled a new motorcycle in the ADV tourer category. It is called the Benelli BKX 300. Its styling is quite interesting. Does it remind you of some other bike? Do let us know. The Benelli BKX 300 features a unique set of LED DRLs that are accompanied by what seems to be a projector setup for the headlight....

MV Agusta and Daniel Arsham announce their collaboration in creating a super-exclusive limited series to 6 units of MV Agusta Superveloce: The Superveloce Arsham. The Italian luxury motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta and internationally acclaimed artist Daniel Arsham have joined forces for the creation of a dedicated super-exclusive limited series of Superveloce, presented to the world at Miami Art Basel. The...

Ducati and Bentley have collaborated and together announced a new, limited-edition motorcycle that celebrates the best of both iconic brands: the Ducati Diavel for Bentley. Born from the collaboration between the two manufacturers, the project links Ducati and Bentley with a vision of performance, craftsmanship and exclusivity. The bike was revealed to the public at an event in Miami Beach. This...

With global relevance and perceived as a lifestyle icon, the brand Vespa has been valued at more than one billion euros (1,079 million) with a 19% growth in value, compared to the previous valuation (906 million euros in 2021). This is the result of a new study about Vespa that Piaggio Group has commissioned to Interbrand. The study demonstrates Vespa’s...

Japanese jewellery artisans called U-Treasure have created a scale model of the Honda Monkey that is costlier than the actual bike itself. It is a 1:12 scale model of the 1984 Honda Monkey Z50J Gold Limited Edition that consists of actual yellow gold. Well, it isn't made of gold entirely. The majority of the item is made of 925 silver...

The Pan America isn't your usual Harley-Davidson. It is very different from the motorcycles which the American brand has been manufacturing over the years. And it is very good at what it has been designed to do. Perhaps that's why an ex-Dakar racer has decided to ride it in a 6000 km rally. Harley-Davidson has collaborated with the ex-Dakar racer...

KTM has shaken the naked motorcycle segment without warning. The company has revealed its latest orange beast, the 2024 KTM 1390 Super Duke R. The new KTM 1390 Super Duke R features an LED headlight unit that dominates, with new tank spoilers and added winglets making it known that it is not to be messed with. A further reduced subframe...

When it comes to braking on high-performance motorcycles, the top name that comes to every enthusiast's mind is Brembo. These guys have mastered the art of bringing super-fast motorcycles to a halt in no time. In almost all the top-end machines, we see Brembo brakes. As motorcycles are getting faster and faster, it is of utmost significance for the braking...

BMW has introduced the new and beautiful R 12 nineT. The classic roadster has been developed by following in the footsteps of the successful R nineT and carrying forward its archetypal look, timelessness, and high customization qualities. The new BMW R 12 nineT combines the authentic and beefy character of the boxer engine and the design language of traditional motorcycle...

Ducati has announced its new 2024 apparel collection which is all about style, comfort and safety. It is a complete and extensive range of products designed to meet the needs of all motorcycling enthusiasts. One of the main new products is the Ducati Corse K3 suit in kangaroo leather, designed by Drudi Performance and produced by Dainese exclusively for Ducati....

With 2024 marking the 40th anniversary of the Ninja brand, Kawasaki UK worked with Kar Lee Design to create a range of liveries for the ZX-10RR inspired by retro colourways from the last four decades. Kawasaki’s social media followers voted for their favourite, with UK specialist SprayBay then turning the three most popular ones into reality before their appearance on...

The 2024 Indian Challenger Elite has been revealed. The ultimate American bagger has been limited to only 325 units worldwide. The new Challenger Elite will turn many heads with its custom-inspired Charcoal Candy paint scheme, while first-class amenities provide comfort and confidence when logging long miles in the saddle. https://youtu.be/BcpX_yF9cJY The class-leading bagger is standard with Indian Motorcycle’s all-new, completely redesigned PowerBand...