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REV’IT Spring / Summer Collection
REV’IT has outdone themselves for this season’s Q2/Q3 collection. With new additions in the Adventure Sport, Adventure Touring, Adventure Travel, Heritage, Metropolitan Commuter, Race, and Urban Sport segments, riders can be guaranteed a new bit of gear for nearly every occasion – and REV’IT! Global Sales Director Erik van Bilsen, is tickled pink at the …
LiveWire: Bike Sale Predictions Shoot to 101,000 Despite Limbo-Low 2021 Figures
In line with the major about-face that has been the norm for Harley-Davidson these past few years, comes a set of eyebrow-raising predictions for their EV brand, LiveWire – and despite only selling 387 EV machines in 2021, they’re anticipating a mad hop-skip-and-leap into six-digit territory in the next half-decade for the electric brand. This …
MotoAmerica: 2022 Pit Lane Challenge to Include $16,000 Purse
We’ve just had news that MotoAmerica will be hosting this year’s Pit Stop Challenge, guaranteeing grins across the stadium (and also pointing a very clear finger at who will have the advantage in anticipation of Victory Lane). That’s not all – the report from Motorcycle.com tells us that an eye-watering $16,000 USD will be up …
Cafe Racer-Inspired Yamaha Revstar Guitars Revamped for 2022
When Yamaha Corporation first came out with the Revstar guitar back in 2015, they drew inspiration from the community of the one brand that originally shared both their name as well as their parent company, Nippon Gakki Co., Ltd. That brand was none other than Yamaha Motors – and despite the major motorcycle manufacturer having …
Triumph: UK Bike Production to Expand for 2022
As of yesterday, the world’s largest UK-owned motorcycle manufacturer has plans to increase bike production in the motherland in an effort to keep up with the demand for new machines; we were curious what that meant for production location, so we did some digging. Apparently, Triumph is catering to the cry for more locally-produced motorcycles …
Royal Enfield Reveals 120th Anniversary 650 Twins for Europe
Royal Enfield has revealed that the special editions of the Interceptor 650 and Continental GT650 that we saw at EICMA 2021 will be available in Europe next week. The limited-edition models celebrate the manufacturer’s 120th anniversary and will go on sale on March 7th. Only 60 units of each bike will be available across Europe, …
MV Agusta: CEO Timur Sardarov Shares His Thoughts on Russo-Ukranian War
We’ve just had a press release from MV Agusta’s CEO, sharing his thoughts with us on the growing concern between Ukraine and Russia, his homeland – and to say the man is heartbroken at his country’s pain would be putting things lightly. We don’t want to reword too much, so this will be a quote-heavy …
Our Favorite 2022 Model Year Sportbikes Under $15,000
2022 is shaping up to be the year that 2021 was supposed to be before the global pandemic slowed things down. Either recently released in 2021 as a 2022 model year bike, or announced as coming in 2022, there are several sportbikes that are out there that are going to be the best you can …
2022 Quail Motorcycle Gathering to Present Five Features Classes
The Quail Motorcycle Gathering is officially returning to the Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California – and this year, the event is boasting an homage to the Harley-Davidson XR-750, MiniBikes, and BMW /5 Series. “The world’s premier motorcycle lifestyle event will feature three-anniversary classes, a specialty class of four-wheeled machines, a selection of …
Royal Enfield: Mancunia Motorcycle Festival Rolls into Manchester for May
We’ve just been given the low-down on a new motorcycle festival that will be getting its proverbial feet wet just in time for May’s flowers – and with Royal Enfield as the official main sponsor and headlining guest of the event, we’re told we’ll also be treated to the Royal Enfield ‘global custom bike display.’ …
Vance & Hines: Founders to be Inducted into Hall of Fame at Daytona Bike Week
With this year’s Daytona Bike Week only a few days away, the good people at Vance & Hines are raring to make a difference to the moto community proper – only this year, the brand’s contributions will be settling on a shelf at the Daytona-based Motorsports Hall of Fame. Vance & Hines’s press release tells …
Buell’s Dirt Bike Prototype Set For Daytona Bike Week in Big Reveal
Buell’s set to unveil two bikes at the Daytona Bike Week – and one of them is apparently a refreshed and ready version of Buell’s first venture into dirt (the same that won the 2020 AMA Pro Hillclimb Championship). Our report today comes from RevZilla, who was able to snag Buell’s CEO, Bill Melvin, for …
Triumph to Partner with Gibson for ‘Tuneful’ Custom Project
When Triumph introduced the original Bonneville T120 in 1959, people went bananas. Here was a machine with a refreshed parallel-twin whose 649cc heart was capable of punching out 48.8 pretty ponies, shooting the T120 to a new (and very speedy) 115-mph top speed. It was an addicting set of specs, and sales of the T120 went …
Vance & Hines Reveals FP4 Engine Control Module Tuner
Vance & Hines is an American company that’s one of the most famous names for aftermarket performance accessories. Its portfolio comprises everything from air filters to exhaust pipes, and the latest addition is an engine control module (ECM) called the FP4. For now, the FP4 will be compatible only with Harley-Davidson Touring and Softail models. …
Mama Tried Moto Show And Flat Out Friday To Take Place This Weekend
The 8th Annual Mama Tried Motorcycle Show is ready to roll into Milwaukee this weekend and promises to be an exciting three days filled with racing, custom builds, and a lot more. For those of you less familiar with this event, the Mama Tried Show is presented by Harley-Davidson and celebrates the riding scene in …
GEICO: The New National Partner for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride for Kids Program
GEICO has just become the official national partner of the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s (PBTF) Ride for Kids Program – and just in time for the 2022 riding season. The auto and motorcycle insurance company joins Honda America and the Comoto Family of Brands in the endeavor, with GEICO’s part being in the advertisement – …
Knox Seasonless Collection: The Global Launch
Knox Seasonless Collection: The Global Launch One Outfit, All Riding Conditions. Knox has just given us their all-new Seasonless Collection to gawk at – and spoiler alert, they’re approaching apparel necessities with a slightly different slant than the competition. The Lake District-based UK bike gear brand is known for their commitment to quality, as well …
Ducati Continues Partnership with Utility Brand Diadora
When it comes to the nitty-gritties of riding, we can all be tough on our gear – let alone the harder stuff for basic bike maintenance that requires the extra dregs hanging in the back closet. Ducati’s Lenovo Team is more than aware of this little fact of moto-life – which is why they’re jazzed …
Honda Hawk 11 Cafe Racer to Be Unveiled at 2022 Osaka Motor Show
Honda has confirmed that it will resurrect the Hawk moniker at the 2022 Osaka Motorcycle Show scheduled to take place later this month, from March 19th to March 21st. Dubbed the Hawk 11, this new motorcycle is expected to feature Honda’s neo-retro styling and is expected to be the replacement to the recently discontinued Honda …
Polaris: New Timbersled Kit Upgrades Get Bikers Playing in the Snow
As a born-and-bred Canuck currently shivering in a white scape of the fluffy stuff, THIS is something I can get behind in a heartbeat. Polaris, an industry leader in snow bike systems, is now offering their 2023 lineup of Timbersled kits for wintertide lovers looking to get their dirt bike out of the garage and …
California: New ‘LiveWire Experience Center’ Includes Demo Rides
Harley-Davidson is working their buns off in the bid to cater to the current clientele – and their most recent homage to electric brand LiveWire’s presence in the community proper is nothing short of ingenious. Let’s start with the basics. According to a tip from Zac Kuralykylyk at CMG, the new ‘LiveWire Experience Center’ is …
2022 KTM 890 Duke GP Unveiled
KTM has taken the wraps off the newest additions to the 890 Duke range – the 890 Duke GP. Despite the ‘GP’ suffix, this iteration of the 890 Duke boasts only a MotoGP-inspired color scheme and not performance-oriented updates as one would expect. The new 890 Duke GP features an orange and black colorway that …
Ducati Multistrada V4 Gets Minor Updates for 2022
The Ducati Multistrada V4 made its debut just last year, but the Italian marquee decided to give it some updates for 2022 anyway. The most obvious is a fresh new color scheme called Iceberg White. The glossy white colorway will be available on the Multistrada V4 S and will reach North American dealerships later this …
GasGas to Launch Two Street-Legal Motorcycles Soon
Spanish motorcycle manufacturer GasGas is known for its off-road and enduro models and, at the moment, does not sell any street-legal motorcycles. It looks like that’s about to change, as the company has two street-legal models in the pipeline, which are expected to make their debut very soon. Since it was acquired by the Pierer …
Wayne Rainey to Ride Again at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Three-time 500cc World Champion Wayne Rainey will ride his iconic Yamaha YZR500 at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed, commemorating 30 years since he won his final Grand Prix title. If you were a fan of the sport in the early 90s, you’d know how significant this moment is going to be. This is the …
Ducati MotoGP Team Extends Pecco Bagnaia Contract By Two Years
This doesn’t come as much of a surprise, but the factory Ducati MotoGP team has extended 2021 MotoGP championship runner-up Pecco Bagnaia’s contract by two years. The 25-year old Italian, a strong contender for the title in 2022, will continue to race the ‘Bolognia Bullet’ until at least the end of 2024. As The-Race.com reports, …
Indian Reveals New Pursuit Models
Indian Motorcycle has announced its first new motorcycle for 2022, and it’s one that we’ve been looking forward to for a while now. The Indian Pursuit joins the American manufacturer’s Touring lineup a couple of years after its name was first spotted on a patent application. The Pursuit is based on the Indian Challenger and …
Amerivespa 2022 Scooter Rally to Take Place in the Twin Cities This June
Every year, hundreds of Vespa aficionados and other scooter enthusiasts from all across the United States gather for a four-day celebration. This is Amerivespa. It’s sponsored by the Vespa Club of America (VCOA) and happens to be the USA’s largest motor-scooter gathering. Unfortunately, the pandemic forced the 2020 and 2021 iterations of the event to …
Triumph Scrambler 1200 from No Time to Die on Sale as an NFT
The Triumph Scrambler 1200 was one of the stars from the latest James Bond film, No Time to Die; well, apart from agent 007 himself, that is. The British manufacturer and the filmmakers have teamed up again to sell another piece of digital art. However, this time, you can buy and claim sole ownership of …
Triumph Partners With Breitling For Limited Edition Speed Twin and Chronometer
Triumph is a manufacturer that has always associated itself with some of the finer things in life. For years now, it’s supported the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and last year partnered with another British icon, 007, for the 25th James Bond film No Time to Die. The manufacturer has now announced a partnership with famed watchmakers …
Draggin Jeans USA Is Shutting Shop, Massive Discounts on Existing Stock
If you’re in the market for quality riding jeans, this is probably as good a time as any to get yourself a pair of Draggin Jeans. Unfortunately, the company has decided to close its doors and is offering massive discounts on existing stock. Draggin Jeans has been around since 1995, and the company claims that …
Yamaha Factory Team Exits Dakar And FIM Rallies
Yamaha is the only manufacturer that has participated in every iteration of the famed Dakar Rally since its inception in 1979. Cyril Neveu won that year’s rally aboard a Yamaha XT500 and followed it up with a second win in the following year. Yamaha enjoyed success in the early 1990s as well, with Stéphane Peterhansel …
Triumph Trident 660 Recalled Over Weak Sidestand
The Triumph Trident 660 is currently the most affordable model in the British manufacturer’s vast lineup of motorcycles. If you recently bought one, you should take it to your local dealership and have its sidestand inspected. Triumph has just issued a recall for 314 units of the Trident 660 because its sidestand might be prone …
Isle Of Man TT Returns With Live TV Coverage
Owing to the pandemic, the Isle of Man TT, the world’s oldest sanctioned race, was canceled in 2020 and 2021. This was the first time since World War II that the race had been canceled for two years in succession. The good news is that it’s back. Even more exciting is that it will be …
Off-Road Biased KTM 390 Adventure Seen Testing
Since its debut at EICMA 2019, the KTM 390 Adventure has proven itself as one of the most capable motorcycles in the entry-level ADV segment. The bike featured a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear cast alloy wheel setup that left some off-road enthusiasts yearning for a more hardcore iteration. KTM seems to have noticed, and …
Ruroc CHAIN: Comm Everywhere, From Anywhere – For Free
Ruroc has just released a new, FREE communications platform – and soon, you won’t have to worry about distance when it comes to keeping tabs on your fellow riders en route. This unique system uses the same stuff that Whatsapp and Telegram have available for calls – Voice Over Internet Protocol, or VOIP. Dependent on …
MotoGP: ‘Unlimited’ Docuseries for Amazon Prime Video Sport Starts Mid-March
Ever wondered what our talented members of the circuit proper go through to get to those podiums at the end of the season? MotoGP racers don’t necessarily have the easiest job, but it can be considered the most all-consuming career that a person could land – and a new docuseries, slotted to be released March …
AMA Supercross: Dave Prater is the New VP for Monster Energy Championship
A New VP for AMA Supercross! Yesterday, Feld Entertainment, Inc. announced their new Vice President in a press release. Dave Prater, a pivotal contribution to the company, has shown his prowess in the Powersports sector – so much so, that he has been chosen to become the Vice President for AMA SuperCross, which was purchased …
MotoGP: “’It will probably be the toughest year ever”
Jack Miller Anticipates a Hard Season Ahead MotoGP’s lineup is set to give us a fantastic run this year. With 2022 featuring a stunning eight teams from Ducati’s paddock (and not a few measuring the odds for their teams as a result), and our eyes on the new livery reveals that have been popping out …
2022 Ducati World Premiere: Episode 7, “Elegance, Unlimited” with The XDiavel Nera
What do you get when you grab an Italian mixing bowl, toss in equal parts craftsmanship, design and innovation, and slap the result onto a steel-tubing trellis frame with laid-back ergonomics? If you ask Ducati and Italian furniture manufacturer Poltrona Frau, they’ll answer with their newly revealed project, fresh off the belt: The xDiavel Nera, …
