Motorcycles

Italian motorcycle helmet maker Caberg is proud of its SOS Medical ID NFC chips. Cool idea, but are they enough to tip the scales for riders?View the full article

Moto3 2026 Cormac Buchanan New Zealand grand prix motorcycle racer Cormac Buchanan is returning to Spain, determined to further cement his place in the hotly-contested Moto3 World Championship. The Invercargill teen embarks on his second season with BOE Motorsports for the 22-round contest staged across 18 countries from February to November. Buchanan has spent the […] The post Young Kiwi Cormac Buchanan readying for 2026 Moto3 season appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory Ducati has confirmed the Desmo450 MX Factory will arrive in Australia in March 2026, with suggested retail pricing starting from $19,100. The Factory edition follows one year after the introduction of Ducati’s first full-scale motocross model and is positioned as a race-ready version of the Desmo450 MX, equipped with higher-specification components […] The post Ducati Desmo450 MX Factory pricing and Australian arrival confirmed appeared first on MCNews. View the full

Marc Márquez back on track Marc Márquez has resumed on-track preparations ahead of the 2026 MotoGP season, returning to circuit riding last week at the Aspar Circuit in Valencia as part of his recovery following the injury sustained in October. The two-day Valencia outing marked Márquez’s first structured circuit training since late 2025, aside from […] The post Marc Márquez getting back up to speed at Valencia appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

WorldSBK 2026 Barni Spark Racing Team Barni Spark Racing Team has confirmed its rider line-up for the 2026 FIM Superbike World Championship, unveiling Álvaro Bautista and Yari Montella as its two riders during a team presentation in Reggio Emilia. The Italian squad will field the latest Ducati Panigale V4 RS26 for the upcoming season, marking […] The post Barni Spark Racing officially launch ’26 WorldSBK campaign appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Our first Speed Read of 2026 boasts a racy Yamaha R5 café racer from the UK, a feisty Yamaha WR155R scrambler from Indonesia, and a burly Suzuki Bandit 1200 from Australia. Dig in! Yamaha R5 by Jets ForeverBuilt by Jets Forever’s Tony Taysom and Jeff Duval in their UK workshop, this stunning Yamaha ... View the full article

You see how these upgrades changed the way your Scrambler looks, feels, and rides after two years of use. You walk through the key changes you made, why you chose them, and how each part fits your riding style and daily needs. You focus on practical upgrades that improve control, comfort, safety, and sound. You also share how smart part choices and careful installs helped you balance cost with real performance. Key Takeaways You improved ride height, balance, and comfort through […] The post Ke

Lewis Hamilton had a truly terrible first season with Ferrari in Formula 1. So much so, that the GOAT bought a KTM dirt bike and turned off his phone. We can relate.View the full article

2026 Dakar Rally Stage Seven – Riyadh to Wadi Ad Dawasir Stage Seven of the 2026 Dakar Rally saw Australia’s Daniel Sanders drop down the stage finishers, but extend his overall lead, in a trade-off he’s likely to be happy with, especially considering he was left to open the later stages of the course. His […] The post Sanders extends lead as Benavides wins Dakar Stage Seven appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

2026 Dakar Rally Rest Stage – Riyadh Having reached the halfway mark of the 2026 Dakar Rally, and with a day of rest providing a breather, we can take a look at the first week of Dakar, through which 244 entries of the original 317 have survived. That includes 93 riders, 11 in the RallyGP […] The post Dakar Week One Recap from the Rest Stage appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Germany's One Way Machine takes a break from its usual fare to convert a 2001-model Harley-Davidson Softail Deuce into a chopper for the open road.Julian von Oheimb's signature style is as consistent as it is inimitable. The Harley-Davidson bobbers that roll out of his workshop, One Way Machine, are... View the full article

Not only do you need to go fast across the desert at the Dakar Rally, but you need to know where you're going. Reading a Dakar Road Book is essential. Even at 100mph. View the full article

You have watched cafe racers fade as brands cut models that did not sell. Now BMW brings back the idea with the R12S, a modern bike that nods to a classic from the 1970s. You see a retro look, but you also expect real performance and comfort that fit today. You ride this bike to see if BMW learned from past attempts. You want style, a strong engine feel, solid handling, and features that make daily riding easy. You also want to know […] The post 2025 BMW R12S First Ride Review: The Perfect Cafe

2025 Yamaha Motor Australia Sales Data Following on from MCNews.com.au‘s recent overview of the Australian motorcycle sales data for 2025 (link), which is now pretty detail-sparse due to manufacturers and the FCAI keeping the more interesting parts of the data close to the chest, Yamaha has released a bit more information on their performance and top models. […] The post Yamaha give us an inside look at their 2025 sales data appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

2026 Sherco 250 & 300 SE XTREM Sherco have confirmed their sexiest models will be coming to Australia in 2026, with the ‘SE XTREM’ range to be available in very limited numbers in 250 and 300 cc variants. Inspired by Sherco’s official factory race program, the SE XTREM models represent the pinnacle of Sherco’s two-stroke enduro development. […] The post 2026 Sherco SE XTREM range confirmed for Australia appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

This Honda CX400 café racer cuts a sharp silhouette despite its quirky DNA, thanks to Tokyo's Minami Motorcycle.'Ultimate simplicity' isn't quite how we would describe the fabled Honda CX500. Its blocky longitudinal V-twin motor was an oddball, paired with an awkward silhouette and bodywork that nev... View the full article

Problems with the specs on the pistons and piston rings could cause an oil starvation situation and a seized connecting rod bearing.View the full article

Yes, KTM and Triumph are part of the story, but Bajaj Auto’s export surge is being driven by something much bigger.View the full article

The Benelli TNT 550 blends upright ergonomics, modern electronics, and a 500cc-class engine for daily use.View the full article

If you ride a 2024 through 2026 CBR600RR, you should know about a manufacturing defect involving the engine block cylinder surface.View the full article

A scheduling clash means that the MotoGP summer break will take place after the Suzuka 8 Hours race, meaning there's a slim chance premier class riders will take part.View the full article

2026 Dakar Rally Stage Six – Hail to Riyadh Daniel Sanders topped the original time sheets at stage six of the Dakar Rally, with a looming speeding penalty set to change the official outcome. The Australian proving unstoppable in the sand, quickly catching Luciano Benavides after the neutralised zone and setting a formidable pace in […] The post Brabec wins Dakar Stage Six as Sanders hit with penalty appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

A snowmobiler plunged through the ice on Pleasant Lake on New Year's Eve, suffering only hypothermia after being rescued by the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.View the full article

They say bigger is better, but has KTM gone too far with its latest 1390 Super Adventure R?View the full article

You ride a bike that proves simple can still feel right. You value ease, clean design, and a calm ride over big numbers. This bike fits where many riders live today, with a focus on feel, finish, and everyday use. You spend time on rough roads, tight streets, and short trips, so balance matters more than speed. You notice details, comfort, and how a bike fits your life. This ride shows how a modest machine can still feel special and well made. Key Takeaways […] The post Reviewed: Honda GB350S —