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Yamaha electric motorcycle in the works
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (170+ words) Yamaha appears to be taking another significant step towards the future of electric motorcycling, with newly surfaced patent drawings revealing a battery-powered sports bike that closely resembles the Proto BEV concept shown at the 2025 Tokyo Mobility Show. One particularly interesting…...
Honda CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp customs to be showcased at Wheels and Waves 2026
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (428+ words) Honda is returning to Wheels & Waves with one of the most ambitious editions of its European Honda Customs competition yet, as the 2026 event introduces an "On Road vs Off Road" theme that pits custom CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp builds against one…...
Husqvarna updates motocross range for 2027
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (263+ words) Husqvarna has unveiled its 2027 motocross range, introducing nine competition-focused motorcycles that span everything from the entry-level TC 50 to the flagship FC 450. The launch comes shortly after the brand confirmed it would transition away from a full factory effort in the…...
Harley-Davidson Live Wire S4 Honcho range production begins
6+ day, 3+ hour ago (454+ words) Bike Rider Magazine Harley-Davidson Live Wire S4 Honcho range production begins Live Wire has officially begun production of its new S4 Honcho Trail and Street models, marking a potentially pivotal moment not only for the Harley-Davidson sub-brand. The two new models, first…...
Kawasaki KLE500 Review NZ: Simple Adventure Done Right
6+ day, 5+ hour ago (556+ words) Lightweight, approachable and surprisingly capable, the Kawasaki KLE500 proves adventure riding doesn't need to be complicated. That's exactly where the Kawasaki KLE500 fits. And importantly, there are two versions available. The standard KLE500 " which is the model we've got on test " keeps things…...
Ducati unveils new Desmo450 EDS MX!
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (457+ words) Bike Rider Magazine Ducati unveils new Desmo450 EDS MX! Ducati has expanded its off-road ambitions with the launch of the new Desmo450 EDS, a purpose-built enduro motorcycle developed from the Desmo450 MX motocross platform. Designed to tackle technical trails, rocky terrain and long-distance…...
Harley-Davidson moves production back to the USA
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (249+ words) Harley-Davidson has announced plans to bring production of its Revolution Max-powered motorcycles for the North American market back to the United States, marking a significant shift in manufacturing strategy at a time when much of the motorcycle industry continues to…...
2027 Yamaha R9 gets fancy new colour!
1+ week, 1+ day ago (223+ words) Yamaha has expanded its R9 line-up for 2027 with the introduction of a bold new Matte Phantom Blue and Fluorescent Red colour scheme, giving the recently launched supersport machine its most eye-catching factory finish yet. The striking paint scheme combines a dark…...
2027 Yamaha YZ Motocross range unveiled new features
1+ week, 2+ day ago (482+ words) Bike Rider Magazine 2027 Yamaha YZ Motocross range unveiled new features Yamaha has revealed a significantly updated off-road competition line-up for 2027, headlined by a heavily revised YZ250 F that receives an all-new engine and chassis. Alongside the quarter-litre motocrosser, the Japanese manufacturer…...
MV Agusta to debut at iconic Wheels and Waves 2026
1+ week, 2+ day ago (293+ words) Bike Rider Magazine MV Agusta to debut at iconic Wheels and Waves 2026 MV Agusta will make its first official appearance at Wheels and Waves this year, bringing a blend of modern motorcycles and historic machinery to one of Europe's most…...