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R5 custom pays Hommage to BMW’s motorcycle heritage
Among the rare classics that traditionally populate the motorcycle class of the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, this year BMW unveiled a one-off supercharged custom called R5 Hommage as a tribute to the original production model that set the sportbike standards some 80 years ago. → Read More
New Victory RR electric superbike targets Isle of Man TT glory
Victory Motorcycles is returning to the Isle of Man and the TT Zero race with a new electric racer. After achieving a third place finish in its debut last year, the American team will field the 170-hp Victory RR superbike in an effort to reach the top of the podium. → Read More
MV Agusta and Pirelli celebrate their collaboration with the special Diablo Brutale
Enjoying an all-Italian co-operation that started several decades ago, MV Agusta and Pirelli created a special version of the Brutale 800 naked roadster. Sporting a unique paint job, the one-off show bike pays homage to the new Diablo Rosso III supersport tires with which it's fitted. → Read More
Husqvarna's 2017 motocross range gets traction control
Kawasaki introduced a full traction control system in last year's KX450F and now it's Husqvarna's turn to follow suit, debuting the tech on its four-stroke motocross models for 2017. There's also new WP front forks for the whole lineup and a brand new TC250 two-stroke. → Read More
T12 Massimo: Tamburini's last project takes to the track
Two years after his untimely passing, Massimo Tamburini’s family has unveiled the motorcycle project the great Italian designer devoted his last years to. Built around a superbike-spec BMW engine, the T12 Massimo features an array of elite equipment in a unique hand-made frame. → Read More
Yamaha partners with SRI to beat Valentino Rossi’s records with the Motobot
Can a superbike-riding humanoid challenge the lap times of a MotoGP legend such as Valentino Rossi? This is the ultimate target that was set at the CES Robotics Conference, as Yamaha Motor Company announced its partnership with SRI International. → Read More
BMW shows motorcycle helmet head-up display and laser light concepts
Two electronic systems that BMW Motorrad is developing for its motorcycles offer a glimpse of the near future. Presented in prototype form at CES 2016, a head-up display with ample connectivity features and a laser-powered lighting system are destined to make motorcycles safer and more functional. → Read More
Power, control and safety: The year's best motorcycle tech and what to expect in 2016
From turbo-charged commuters to overpowered race specials, and from electronic safety equipment to smartphone integration, motorcycle technology in 2015 had something for every taste. → Read More
Vozz Helmets’ rear-loading RS 1.0 does away with the chinstrap
Motorcycle helmets have been around for almost a century, yet their design never deviated from the pull on-pull off type with a chinstrap to secure in place. Australian Vozz Helmets introduces a revolutionary design that renders straps obsolete – and has a few more tricks up its sleeve as well. → Read More
Third strike for Victory’s new engine platform with the Combustion Concept
First there was the Project 156 naked 1,200 cc V-twin that Victory raced at Pikes Peak in June. Then a pre-production version of this engine debuted at EICMA in the Ignition concept. Now Victory has unveiled the third and last concept model built around its new engine platform. → Read More
Energica introduces the Eva electric streetfighter
Born in Modena, in the heart of Italy's Motor Valley, Energica second model, the Eva, is built around a downtuned version of the Ego's electric motor for longer range and rids itself of the full fairing for a pure streetfighter feel. → Read More
Bridgestone’s new car tire technology detects road conditions
The Contact Area Information Sensing (CAIS) system includes a sensor on the tire’s internal wall that monitors its interaction with the road surface and informs the driver accordingly. In development since 2011, the CAIS is finally ready for commercial applications. → Read More
In pictures: EICMA’s custom world
This year's EICMA was one of the biggest we have witnessed, and as such it had a lot more on offer in the way of world premieres. One-off builds, concepts and some peculiar contraptions complemented the Italian show, acting as publicity magnets and occasionally as signs of things to come. → Read More
Moto Guzzi rolls out new V9 cruiser family
Motto Guzzi introduced two models at EICMA built around a brand new 850cc engine. The V9 Roamer and Bobber represent the evolution of the Nevada 750 and signal a fresh take on the company's trademark air-cooled transverse twin tradition. → Read More
Ducati scales down the Scrambler with the Sixty2
Unveiled at EICMA 2015, the entry-level version of the Scrambler is Ducati's attempt to make its hugely successful retro model accessible to a wider audience. The Sixty2stays true to the bigger Scrambler's design, but introduces a 399 cc variant of the air-cooled Desmodue engine. → Read More
Husqvarna takes to the streets with Vitpilen 701 concept
Despite a venerable off-road tradition, Husqvarna is now turning its focus to road-going motorcycles. The Vitpilen 701 concept bike was unveiled at EICMA as a sign of things to come, with the company having already announced that two smaller Vitpilen versions are headed for production. → Read More
KTM unveils GT version of the mighty 1290 Super Duke R
In 2014 KTM stunned the world (and us) with the fearsome 1290 Super Duke R. For 2016 the Austrian company has announced a Gran Turismo version of the twin-cylinder streetfighter, enhancing the Super Duke with practical amenities and an impressive collection of electronic safety features. → Read More
More power, less weight for Suzuki’s fourth-generation SV650
Suzuki has unveiled an updated version of its venerable middleweight roadster at EICMA 2015. Featuring a new frame and a redesigned V-twin engine for more power and lower fuel consumption, the new SV650 is slimmer, lighter and sports a fresh, clean design. → Read More
The Sunnyclist combines three power sources for autonomous zero-emissions transportation
At first glance the Sunnyclist looks like a typical electric tricycle, yet the combination of a solar panel on the roof with pedals for the passengers ensures that its battery can go a long way without ever requiring an external power supply. → Read More
The 2016 Scout Sixty makes buying an Indian motorcycle more affordable
Indian Motorcycle takes the fight straight to its main competitor, Harley-Davidson, with a bored-down version of the Scout model. The Scout Sixty trades some power for a big chunk off its retail price, while retaining the same sporty character that made for a worldwide success story. → Read More