Motorcycles

Yoshimura RS-12 ADV Exhaust for the Africa Twin Honda nailed it with the Africa Twin. You’ve got bombproof reliability, genuine go-anywhere capability and an 1100 cc parallel-twin with proper grunt. It’s already one of the most capable adventure bikes money can buy. But here’s the thing about ‘capable’, it’s the polite way of saying ‘sensible.’ […] The post Take your Africa Twin from capable to legendary with Yoshimura appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

When BMW Motorrad unveiled the R18 in 2020, it wasn't just launching a motorcycle; it was reclaiming a piece of its soul. Designed as a direct challenge to the American cruiser hegemony, the R18 is a paradoxical machine—a modern vessel that feels like a pre-war relic. At its heart lies the "Big Boxe... View the full article

It takes a special kind of brain to swap a Honda Gold Wing engine into the back of a VW Bug as proof of concept, then take on a Porsche 914 next.View the full article

Four snowmobilers were caught in an avalanche in central Washington, killing two. The other members were saved thanks to a Garmin inReach. View the full article

If you or your off-road group is looking to help conservation efforts, trail projects, or need some financing to ensure we all benefit from public land trails, onX Offroad's Trail Revival project is back.View the full article

Denago unveiled its new RanchHawk UTV, which has an MSRP of $9,999 and is packed with far more features than any of its competitors.View the full article

2026 Dakar Rally Stage 12 – Al Henakiyah to Yanbu Ricky Brabec and Honda HRC’s strategising paid off, as the American pulled off a 3m20s lead on main rival Luciano Benavides, to head into the final stage, with only 105 km of special and a 36 km liason left to run, leaving him with a […] The post Brabec leads after penultimate Dakar Stage as Sander struggles appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

The FIM's new FRHPhe-02 racing helmet standard goes live this year, and some of the biggest brands are still missing. View the full article

"Oh, you liked breathing? Too bad, it's bad for business," says the Trump Administration's EPA, as the agency rolls back clean air and water standards. View the full article

Kawasaki Honours Carmichael’s 2001 Title Monster Energy Kawasaki will mark the 25th anniversary of Ricky Carmichael’s 2001 AMA Supercross Championship with a dedicated display at the San Diego round of the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship on Saturday, January 17 Central to the commemoration will be Carmichael’s original 2001 KX250SR, the machine that carried […] The post Kawasaki marks 25 years since RC’s breakthrough 2001 Supercross title appeared first on MCNews. View the full

WP expands into braking systems WP has confirmed it is expanding beyond suspension into braking systems, with a new range of OEM-focussed brake components now in development. The move marks a significant step for the Austrian supplier, which has built its reputation primarily through suspension partnerships with KTM and other performance-focused manufacturers, and is now […] The post WP expands into braking systems with new OEM-focussed component range appeared first on MCNews. View the full a

Aprilia RS-GP26 Aprilia Racing has launched its 2026 MotoGP campaign with the unveiling of the RS-GP26 in Milan, confirming Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martín as its factory rider pairing for a second consecutive season. The presentation signals continuity in personnel alongside further technical evolution of the RS-GP platform, as Aprilia looks to build on what […] The post Aprilia Racing officially unveil RS-GP26 alongside Martin and Bezzecchi appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

BMW Motorcycle Sales 2025 BMW Motorrad has reported global motorcycle deliveries of 202,563 units in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year the brand has exceeded the 200,000-unit threshold. The result comes despite what BMW describes as a challenging global market environment, with pressure across the over-500 cc segment, ongoing price competition, regulatory complexity and changing […] The post BMW Motorrad Australia record best ever sales result in 2025 appeared first on MCNews. View the

For over 25 years, Harley-Davidson has offered riders with deep pockets the opportunity to own highly exclusive models through its Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) division. The CVO formula is simple—The Motor Co. takes a handful of existing models each year, specs them to the nines, and sells them f... View the full article

BMW Motorrad has confirmed that the highly anticipated F 450 GS will become available in India in the first half of 2026. View the full article

MotoGP is switching to 850cc engines in 2027 in the name of safety, but history suggests lap times won’t stay slow for long. View the full article

This little guy allegedly gets 75 miles on a single charge, and it even comes with reverse to make every rider's life a little easier.View the full article

2026 Dakar Rally Stage 11 – Bisha to Al Henakiyah Skyler Howes competes in his eighth Dakar Rally this year, but Stage 11 of the 2026 running marked his first special win, as well as becoming the ninth American rider to win a stage, with fellow Monster Energy Honda HRC rider Adrien Van Beveren making […] The post Howes leads Honda HRC 1-2 at Dakar Stage 11 appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

A handful of laws passed last year have come into effect, and two from Utah prohibit lane-splitting and make popping a wheelie a crime. Lane-filtering, however, remains legal. View the full article

Honda recently announced that the TRX90X ATV will be returning for model year 2026, despite difficulties in the niche.View the full article

The 2026 Triumph Bonneville adds refinements to both the T100 and T120 to give riders more of what they want out of both bikes.View the full article

2026 Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson has detailed a range of updates and additions to its motorcycle line-up for the 2026 model year, spanning its Grand American Touring, Trike, Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO), and Enthusiast Collection ranges. A total of 11 models were confirmed as part of the latest announcement, expanding the brand’s touring and three-wheel offerings while […] The post Harley-Davidson outlines key line-up changes for 2026 model year appeared first on MCNews. View the full ar

The New Year Roars to Life: TeamMoto Unveils Its Massive 2026 Kickoff Sale As the Australian summer hits its peak, the nation’s premier motorcycle dealer is clearing the floor, offering riders a rare opportunity to secure world-class machinery at significantly reduced prices. For most, January is a time for resolutions; for the team at TeamMoto, […] The post TeamMoto Unveils Its Massive 2026 Kickoff Sale appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

The modern custom scene has no shortage of blank canvases, but few offer the accessible performance quite like the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650. Since its debut in 2018, the GT 650, alongside its sibling the Interceptor, marked Royal Enfield's triumphant return to the parallel-twin engine, a con... View the full article

The Honda CB750 Four was a hit when it hit the scene on the cusp of the 1970s. Often called the world's first superbike and the original UJM, it's now considered one of the Japanese marque's most iconic models. But despite its status, it regularly finds itself on the chopping block.The sleek styling... View the full article