Category: Motorcycles
Triumph’s Gorgeous Entry-Level Roadster Gets Even More Tempting
From the moment Triumph rolled out the new Trident 660 early this year, it was a tough bike not to covet. After all, the good looks were complemented by an engine with a notable bump in power and torque and a host of rider-friendly features, while the price stayed well below 10 grand. Naturally, the…
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Norton’s First Middleweight Adventure Bike Finally Comes into Full Focus
Last fall, Norton had the motorcycle world abuzz with the prospect of a resurgence effort under new TVS ownership. That’s because, beyond the return of the storied British nameplate, the revival promised a head-turning four-model offensive. With everything from street fighters to adventure bikes, it amounted to quite the comeback campaign…. Check out the original…
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Triumph’s Awesome Entry-Level Scrambler Gets Even Better with a Rugged Revamp
At a starting price of $6,195, the Triumph Scrambler X is a classically stylish way to dip your toes into off-road exploration without breaking the bank. That said, the stock version is the kind of bike that maybe looks a bit more trail-ready than it actually is, which makes sense for something newer riders will…
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This Approachable New Café Racer Drips Retro Style and Handmade Soul
While the motorcycle industry, like many others, is dominated by major manufacturers, that’s not to say much smaller, passion-driven operations do not exist. Case in point: a tiny, family-run outfit working out of a 19th century farm building in the South Yorkshire countryside, about 30 miles east of Manchester, England. Conceived more than a decade…
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Yamaha’s Stunning New Performance Moto Is the Best Kind of Exclusive
As US-based motorcycle enthusiasts know all too well, this particular part of the world often ends up with the short end of the stick. By that I mean reading (or in my case writing) about bikes that seem agonizingly sweet … but for the one small detail of only being available in parts of Europe,…
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Kawasaki’s New Off-Road Motos Go Big On Two-Strokes for the First Time in over 20 Years
Once upon a time, two-stroke engines ruled the motorcycle world because of their output and mechanical simplicity. On the track and in the dirt, they made for potent mixes of power and lightness. Between ever-tightening emissions regulations and the availability of cleaner four-stroke alternatives, they’re now much more elusive…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol]…
A Leading Honda Off-Road Moto Just Got Its Biggest Update in over a Decade
When Honda introduced the CRF450R back in 2002, the bike was a revelation on account of its weight and tractability. Being the lightest production four-stroke motocrosser of its day, it was instantly competitive, even against factory-supported racers. In the time since, Honda’s ongoing updates have ensured the bike continues to stay relevant…. Check out the…
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15 Awesome New Motorcycles Rolling Out Right Now
As you may have seen in recent GP coverage, the big news in the two-wheeled world revolves around Ducati unveiling 10 eye-popping bikes in celebration of its 100th birthday. However, that’s hardly the only thing going on lately, as BMW and Royal Enfield revealed stunners, QJMotor and relative newcomer Radian redefined innovative approaches to speed…
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Yamaha Is Entertaining a New Small, Affordable Street Bike for America
Here in the United States, riders generally favor literbikes and other large-bore motorcycles because of the power and presence. For many, there’s simply no replacement for displacement. As a result, it means that Americans (unfortunately) often miss out on some of the best fun two-wheelers have to offer…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] Yamaha…
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With One Sweet Upgrade, the Coolest Off-Road Motos Get Even Cooler
Last fall I was stoked to join Zero Motorcycles at TouraTexas, the off-road expo at which the brand rolled out its ambitious first electric dirt bikes, the XE and XB. As an e-moto skeptic, I was delighted to discover how much fun they are, and how welcoming they are to off-road noobs. That aspect was…
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This Small, Approachable Street Bike Embraces a Divisive Performance Edge
From Morbidelli streetfighters to Kawasaki-rivaling sport bikes, China’s QJ Motor is currently flooding the market with approachable, affordable motorcycles. While many of such offerings are small-displacement machines with modest power numbers, that’s not to say that they’re lacking in presence. On the contrary, as QJ Motor’s latest pint-sized performer proves that even little bikes are…
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This Clever Off-Road Moto Heralds a More Important Kind of Speed
Ducati’s Solid State prototype, LiveWire’s S2 Corsa concept and various other speedy EVs all offer visions of the future of motorcycling through their lightning-fast charging capabilities. However, that’s hardly the only way that bikes are proving the viability of electric powertrains. The dirt world, for instance, takes a comparatively simpler beat…. Check out the original…
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11 Awesome New Motorcycles Rolling Out Right Now
Nowadays, the motorcycle industry is more dynamic than ever before. Whether it be because of up-and-comers, brand revivals or fresh takes on proven formulas, there’s always a new storyline and the landscape is constantly changing. Ever with our eye on the latest releases, we’re constantly seeing these kinds of themes play out in two-wheeled form…….
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Honda’s Most Affordable, Approachable (and Adorable) Moto Just Became Irresistible
What is it about little things we love so much? From Mini-Me to Grogu, the Microblade to the Micra, our obsession with small is, well, big. The charm even carries over to motorcycles, with small-displacement bikes gaining popularity by the day. Brands like Honda seemingly knew it all along, as it has been producing a…
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Is BMW’s Jaw-Dropping New Cruiser the Future of Motorcycles?
For a brand generally known for impeccably engineered, supremely reliable two-wheelers, BMW Motorrad isn’t afraid to take bold swings with its concept bikes. Still, the latest blue sky silhouette from the revered German brand is pretty bonkers even by their standards. Set for a public reveal at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on Italy’s Lake…
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This Stunning, Approachable New Moto Puts Honda and Kawasaki on Notice
The conventional wisdom about computers is to buy a little more than you need at the moment. The idea is that tech and/or your own needs will likely advance so fast, in a year you are either going to be glad you did or regretting you didn’t. The same idea carries over pretty nicely to…
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