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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...

The FUEL FURY 650 is a radical desert racer born from Royal Enfield’s new Bear 650 platform, built by Fuel Motorcycles as a tribute to the legendary Eddie Mulder and the gritty spirit of 1980s–90s desert racing. Commissioned by Royal Enfield for the Bear 650’s launch, the FURY 650 merges old-school off-road soul with modern performance. It reimagines the spirit...

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...