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Need an Adventure Machine? The SUVs of the motorcycle world are adventure bikes. They’re the motorcycles that are designed to do anything and pretty much everything. They can take you across the country comfortably, traverse difficult terrain, and they even handle much better than expected on a twisty canyon road. These motorcycles are the Swiss …

Husqvarna’s very limited “non-MX” street bike lineup makes its way into 2022 with the introduction of the long-awaited Norden 901. Finally utilizing the brands well known off-road prowess, consumers are now able to take a high-performance Husqvarna machine anywhere they please. The Swedish motorcycle builder is known for its highly exotic yet minimalist approach to …

Known for their off-road prowess, KTM has always led the industry when it comes to all things offroad. This makes their diverse range of ADV motorcycles especially deadly when considering their massive lineup of MX bikes alone. In addition to their successful line of Adventure-style motorcycles, KTM has also experimented with some seriously fun short-wheelbase …

BMW has been slowly building up its model roster for the past decade and we are now finally in a place where we can confidently say that BMW truly has a motorcycle model suited for everyone. From track-day domination with an S1000RR to an entire range of ADV bikes in their GS series ranging from …

I think of all the new launches to come out of EICMA 2021, MV Augusta surprised me the most. In reality, I suppose it shouldn’t have, they want to play in a segment of motorcycles that is hugely popular. What am I talking about? MV Augusta welcomes a pair of Adventure Motorcycles as part of …

Following Aprilia’s introduction into the mid-displacement market last year, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer has doubled down on their 660 range of motorcycles for the 2022 model year and has introduced a new motorcycle into the 660 family in addition to some special variants of their existing models. The last few years have been an opportunity …

Following a big year for Triumph with the introduction of their 660 platform, Triumph is continuing their steam-roll into 2022 with even more new models such as the 2022 Tiger 660 sport. The British motorcycle manufacturer has recently adopted an ethos of low-cost ownership, and they continue to push that mentality into the new year. …

Royal Enfield has been operating on an “if it ain’t broken, don’t fix it” mentality for quite some time now. Although the India-based motorcycle company broke serious ground last year with the introduction of its Meteor 350, things haven’t changed much for 2022. Beyond a few visual changes and some special editions, Royal Enfield doubles …

Having just passed the Century mark manufacturing motorcycles, what does Moto Guzzi have in store for us all this year? It seems the Italian builder has trimmed the lineup back to just a couple of models and teases of an all-new model set to arrive during this year. While the other Italian brands tend to …

It was a unique and successful way to create excitement around the model introductions for 2021, so Ducati created a 6 episode release for the 2022 models that premiered at the end of September 2021. Now I will be the first to admit I have become way too addicted to the marathon style of watching …

With the first year of project “Hardwire” in the books, it is safe to say that HD is well on the path to advancing the model lineup, without sacrificing too much of the past glory. Both Pan America, and Sportster S have found positive reviews and acceptance in the marketplace. The trimming of some models …

Suzuki is making its way into 2022 with a redefined attitude and many updates to some of their longest-running models. Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (S.I.R.S) brings a revolutionary level of technology to the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer’s 2022 lineup. Although Suzuki’s 2021 lineup was strong; it cannot hold a candle to the sheer amount of updates …

For 2022, Kawasaki does indeed “Let the good times roll®.” With gorgeous Anniversary Editions in the Z family, some exciting changes to the Ninja H2 models, and updates on the Versys 650, that would seem like a pretty big set of announcements for 2022. But wait, there’s more! What I think is the most significant …

Alas, the wait is over. For fans of the naked bikes, Yamaha has finally released a new MT-10. But that is far from the only big news, say hello to the brand new for 2022 YZF-R7 and XCR900. Across the Supersport range, Yamaha is celebrating the 60th Anniversary of their joining World GP with some …

Here I was all excited to share a brand new motorcycle from Honda, the NT1100. Unfortunately at the time of this writing, this new sport-touring machine has not been officially released for the North American markets.  The NT1100 is a natural adaptation of the Africa Twin, sharing the same engine and frame, but tweaked for …

Indian Motorcycle is bringing the power to the pavement in their updated 2022 lineup. This comes via new ride control software and reworking their engines to be more efficient—without losing any of the spirit and grunt you’ve come to expect from their rumbling V-twins. Indian has made great strides in sales during the past year …

Zero Motorcycles has been around for a while, despite only really showing up in the market in a big way in the last couple of years. A specialist company making electric motorcycles, you won’t find any screaming inline fours, rumbling v-twins, or chattering parallel twins here. All you will find is the low whine of …

In 2021, Can-Am blew past the competition with their quality builds and commitment to client satisfaction. This year, they’ve not only upped the ante by listening to customer feedback and tweaking their models in the direction the crowds have asked – they’re also one of the few companies that experienced a 250 percent sales increase …

It was one wild ride to get through 2020, something that was certainly true at Harley Davison. In March Jochen Zeitz took off his Pumas and swapped them for his biker boots. The new CEO of HD has now been in the big saddle for 9 months, and a busy stretch it was. Branded as …

Moto-Guzzi is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer and the oldest European motorcycle manufacturer in continuous production. The brand has had a storied history, winning motorcycle racing championships, changing owners, and driving innovation within the motorcycle industry. Today, it’s a subsidiary of Piaggio, producing exquisite Italian motorcycles with 90-degree V-twin engines with distinctive transverse cylinders. So far, …

Table of Contents Diavel XDiavel Monster Multistrada Hypermotard Streetfighter Panigale Supersport Superleggera Scrambler Ducati is arguably the most famous Italian motorcycle brand in the industry. Over the years, it has developed a reputation for producing some of the most attractive sportbikes in production, equipped with exotic technology and firey Italian temperaments. The last decade has …

Table of Contents Adventure Touring Cruiser Standard Supersport Sport Minimoto Dual Sport Trail Competition Scooter Honda comes into 2021 with fantastic additions, sure to please riders in all categories. Bringing some displacement back to the Cruiser segment, Honda introduces the Rebel 1100. Those in the dirt crowd see the long-awaited updates to the CRF450 family. …

Team Blue comes into 2021 with some awesome new bikes, some updated bikes, some hopes dashed with rumored machines I do not see offered and some old favorites that are no more. This year sees a new MT-09, but not the MT-10 that’s been rumored. The adventure bike crowd should be excited to check out …

Over the past few years, the Husqvarna name has managed to work its way back into the mainstream. Thanks to a successful partnership with KTM, the brand has managed to grow and flourish into one of the most exciting names in the industry. While off-roading machines are the marque’s bread and butter, the Husqvarna banner …

2020 has been something of a rollercoaster ride. Formal unveilings have been cancelled, reliable dates have been missed, and an air of general uncertainty has kept many manufacturers keeping their cards close to their chests with regard to next year’s model line-ups. Italian manufacturer Aprilia is one of them. While we know that some things …

Table of Contents Supersport Naked Bike Travel Supermoto Electric Enduro – 4 Stroke Enduro – 2 Stroke MX – 4 Stroke MX – 2 Stroke Austrian brand KTM has put together an impressive line-up for 2021. 2020 was a trying year for most manufacturers, with trade shows canceled, grand unveilings put on hold, and release …

Luxury Italian manufacturer MV Agusta has no shortage of exciting models coming out in 2021. The Varese-based brand has been working hard over the last few years, delivering attention-grabbing concepts and turning them into full-blow production models or limited-edition specials. Mid-2020 saw the release of the eye-wateringly expensive limited-edition Rush 1000, and with 2021 marking …

Table of Contents Hypersport Supersport Sport Z Family Retro Sport Hypernaked W Family Versys Supersport Touring Classic Cruiser Bagger Cruiser Off-road Dual Sport Supermoto MX Series Cross Country For 2021, Kawasaki hypes in the press release, “a motorcycle for every rider.” True this is a bold statement, but one look at this year’s model lineup …

The Triumph Lineup Has Never Been Better You’ve got to love Triumph Motorcycles. Even if you’re not going to buy one of these machines, you have to admit that the company has a compelling lineup from the Bonnevilles to the Rocket 3 there’s a lot gawk at. Last year Triumph rolled out some really big-deal …

Another Great Year for BMW Motorrad BMW really does make some of the best motorcycles on the market today. It’s not that the entire lineup is amazing, but all of the company’s bikes are just nice. They’re good at what they do, and 2021 shows just how great the lineup can be.  BMW added some …

Zero Emissions, Tons of Fun  Zero Motorcycles has been making quality electric motorcycles for years now, and the company continues to pick up steam. It’s the latest addition is the SR/S sport-touring bike, but as you can see below, there’s a slew of great electric motorcycles in its lineup.  While an electric bike isn’t going …

A Special Kind of Motorcycle Lineup  Can-Am On-Road has been doing really great lately. While some purists don’t think of the three-wheeled machines as motorcycles, I think if you’re out there in the saddle behind some handlebars having fun, then that’s all you need.  The lineup is really made up of three different models, but …

Royal Enfield killed it in 2020 with some really good motorcycles and a fantastic all-around lineup. The highlights of the lineup include the INT650 and the Continental GT. However, the company’s stalwarts remain solid choices.  For 2021, there aren’t any totally new motorcycles, but the company did make some notable updates to the Himalayan and …

Get Excited About the 2021 Suzuki Lineup Suzuki has some new models for the 2021 model year and that should get you pretty excited. This comes after a big year last year with the return of the Katana nameplate and the addition of some real winners on the adventure bike side of things. This year …

Indian’s Lineup Gets Better in 2021 Indian Motorcycle has been putting out very good motorcycles lately, and 2021 is a continued move in the right direction from its already stellar lineup in 2020. While still not nearly as much of a juggernaut as Harley-Davidson, Indian has managed to make itself important in the American cruiser …

2020 Is A Great Year for Aprilia’s Motorcycles Aprilia has some crazy bikes for 2020. Well, that’s almost always the case, but this year is even more impressive. The company showcased the Aprilia RS660 as a 2020 model, and while at the time of this writing the bike isn’t available for purchase, it should be …

The Triumph Lineup Only Gets Better in 2020 Triumph is the British motorcycle company that most North American folks think of when they think British bikes. The company has a very robust lineup. The Bonneville lineup alone is one worth considering no matter what you’re using your bike for. Add to the Modern Classics lineup …

2020 Is A Great Year for Ducati Motorcycles Ducati has been killing it lately. The company ended the 2019 year on a high note, and it’s 2020 lineup looks equally impressive. Even more so, if I’m being honest. The company keeps adding the kind of bikes that folks want to buy and ride, and that’s …

Indian’s Lineup Gets Better in 2020 Indian Motorcycle has been putting out very good stuff lately. While not nearly as much of a juggernaut as Harley-Davidson, the company has waded into the American cruiser market and not looked back. It now has a great lineup and continues to expand. 2020 Should be a good year …

There’s nothing quite like a track day. We all know the bikes under us are capable of great speeds, exhilarating acceleration, and lean angles that would make a Michael Jackson “Smooth Criminal” dancer jealous. We also all know, or at least should know, that such things are not entirely legal, or safe, on public roads. …