All articles tagged with #motorcycles
A veteran rider highlights five bikes favored for long road trips, from the touring powerhouses Harley-Davidson Road Glide and Honda Gold Wing with ample storage and comfort to agile midweights Yamaha Tenéré 700 and Honda Africa Twin for versatile long-range travel, and Royal Enfield Himalayan as a rugged, budget-friendly option for off-road-friendly adventures.
Gear Patrol presents a roundup of 17 motorcycles you might’ve missed, spanning Honda’s modern and retro lines, Harley-Davidson’s Revolution Max café racer, Kawasaki’s Z900RS Café, vintage models, and bold picks from Benelli, BMW, CFMoto, Indian, Husqvarna, and Boss Hoss—including an 8,128cc V8 cruiser and Stark Future’s electric Varg EX/MX—with brief specs and pricing for each.
Gear Patrol surveys a diverse slate of 12 new motorcycles from major brands, including Husqvarna’s 2027 FE 501s/350s, the GZ Duo with a detachable sidecar, the Diamond Atelier DA#22 Hyperbike prototype with a 205-hp KTM-based powerplant, Triumph’s limited-edition Speed Twin 1200 TFC, a Mecum showcase Ducati 750 Imola racer, Harley-Davidson’s Deadwood retro cruiser, Honda’s V3R 900 E‑Compressor prototype, Royal Enfield’s Shotgun 650 x Rough Crafts Drop, BMW’s 2026 R 12 G/S GS Trophy edition, Suzuki’s 2027 Hayabusa refresh, and Honda’s affordable CBR400R Four E‑Clutch. The roundup spans retro-inspired nostalgias, high-performance machines, limited editions, and tech-forward concepts, illustrating how brands blend heritage with cutting-edge engineering.
Honda unveils the CBR400R FOUR E-Clutch, a small-displacement sport bike that uses an optional E-Clutch system to simplify shifting for beginners while letting experienced riders ride it like a conventional bike; it features a 399cc inline-four producing about 57.2 hp and 28 lb-ft, a 412-pound curb weight, a 30.7-inch seat height, a 5-inch color TFT dash, and four riding modes, with a price of about $7,395 in Japan and a September rollout at Honda Dream dealerships ahead of a potential U.S. introduction.
May 2026 roundup spotlights Ducati’s massive 100th‑anniversary lineup across multiple models (Panigale, Streetfighter, Diavel, Monster, Multistrada, Scrambler, Hypermotard, XDiavel, DesertX) while BMW, Royal Enfield, QJMotor and Radian unveil notable debuts, including the battery-swap capable Radian EXR, a Royal Enfield Reload 650 by Roland Sands, and a limited BMW M 1000 RR TT edition, reflecting a broad wave of high-performance and heritage-inspired motorcycles.
Honda reported about a $2.55 billion operating loss for the fiscal year ending March 2026 due to costly EV initiatives, canceled three planned North American EV launches, and warned EV losses may continue into 2027. Yet its motorcycle division is expected to return Honda to operating profitability next year, making two-wheel bikes the company’s financial stabilizer as affordable, high-volume transport remains crucial in emerging markets.
A feature highlighting eight stars—Jay Leno, Keanu Reeves, Ewan McGregor, Richard Hammond, Brad Pitt, Ryan Reynolds, Norman Reedus, and David Beckham—whose motorcycle passion fuels vast collections, custom builds, and adventurous cross‑country rides, illustrating how bikes offer personal freedom and a creative extension of their public personas.
An overview of how major motorcycle brands balance innovation and market fit, detailing Honda's DN-01 flop and Gold Wing success, BMW's R1200C misstep versus the R 1300 GS, Harley-Davidson's AMF-era Sportster against the FXR revival, Ducati's Indiana disaster versus the Panigale V4 R, Suzuki's TL1000 problems versus the Hayabusa, and Kawasaki's H2 750 widowmaker versus the Ninja H2R.
This guide highlights 13 vintage-style motorcycle helmets, detailing key features, fit tips, ventilation, and price points across brands like GLX, Bell, Hedon, Shoei, and more, to help riders choose retro protection that blends classic looks with modern safety.
A YouTuber known as Maisteer rigs two Suzuki GSX-R motorcycle engines together with a custom exhaust and drive setup to perform a trombone duet at up to 15,000 RPM, using scrap parts and sponsors’ CNC/3D-printed components. The project is presented as playful art-for-art’s-sake tinkering, complete with flames and a lengthy, entertaining build video.
The FBI has released images of seized motorcycles believed to belong to Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder and wanted fugitive involved in transnational drug trafficking, with Mexican authorities seizing assets worth around $40 million linked to him, as part of international cooperation efforts.
The 1970s saw significant advancements in motorcycle speed, with several models surpassing 130 mph, including the Yamaha XS1100, Honda CBX1000, and Suzuki GS1000, driven by innovations in engine design and aerodynamics, culminating in the record 154 mph set by the Dunstall Suzuki GS1000 CS.
The article highlights five iconic Kawasaki motorcycles featured in movies, including Johnny Tran's KLR650 in 'The Fast and the Furious', Goose's Z1000 in 'Mad Max', Maverick's Ninja H2 in 'Top Gun Maverick', The Bride's ZZR 250 in 'Kill Bill', and the GPZ900R Ninja in 'Top Gun', showcasing their impact and recognition in film.
The article highlights the top motorcycles of the last decade, showcasing a diverse range from high-performance superbikes like Kawasaki Ninja H2 and Ducati Panigale V4 to versatile adventure bikes such as BMW R 1250 GS and Honda Africa Twin, emphasizing innovation, speed, and riding experience. It also covers budget-friendly options like Suzuki GSX-8S and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, reflecting the evolving motorcycle market and rider preferences.
The Trump Administration has expanded its 50% tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to include 407 categories of derivative products, notably affecting motorcycles and parts, which could lead to higher prices and increased complexity in trade and customs processes. The tariffs apply only to the steel and aluminum content in these products, but the implementation details are confusing and incomplete, impacting a wide range of goods and industries.