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Middle East & Africa × NEW MODEL: 25 articles
Honda Turkey Adds CB500 Hornet, NX500 and CBR500R to Its 500cc Lineup
Honda Turkey has officially added three 471cc parallel-twin models, the CB500 Hornet, NX500 and CBR500R, to its lineup with local pricing. The Hornet starts at 550,000 TL, the NX500 at 607,750 TL and the CBR500R at 611,000 TL, all sharing a 47.5 hp engine and six-speed gearbox split across naked, adventure and sport bodies.
Motosiklet Sitesi · 8/3/2026
KTM Confirms RC 490 and RC 790 as It Expands Its Supersport Range
KTM CEO Gottfried Neumeister has confirmed plans to add the RC 490 and RC 790 to the RC range. The move forms part of KTM's effort to transfer experience from its MotoGP program to road motorcycles. Official engine, chassis, price and launch details have not yet been announced.
Motosiklet Sitesi · 8/2/2026
A Week in the Saddle with the CFMoto 450SRS
South Africa's Ridefast Motorcycle Magazine published a week-long review of the CFMoto 450SRS sport bike, testing the new model's capabilities through daily commuting and weekend sport riding.
Ridefast Motorcycle Magazine · 7/27/2026
South African Review Digs Into Yamaha MT-10's Wild Naked Character
South Africa's RideFast reviews Yamaha's flagship naked bike, the MT-10, dubbing it 'Naked Lunacy.' In a search for the most characterful bike on the showroom floor, the review captures the raw yet captivating appeal of this untamed machine.
RideFast (SA) · 7/23/2026
Yamaha's New Patent Reveals Triple-Power-Source Hybrid — Is the Gearbox Becoming Obsolete?
Yamaha is accelerating development of hybrid motorcycles. A new patent suggests a scooter-like vehicle combining three different power sources, with some pointing out it could even eliminate the need for a conventional transmission (gearbox). It's an ambitious concept that could shake up motorcycle conventions.
MotosikleT.NET · 7/22/2026
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V: Carburetor vs EFI Compared in South Africa
A South African outlet has compared the carburetor and EFI (fuel-injected) versions of India's TVS Apache RTR 200 4V sport commuter. The review examines why two fuel delivery systems exist on essentially the same chassis, weighing fuel economy and usability to determine which is preferable. It's a look at where this affordable 200cc sport bike fits.
RideFast (SA) · 7/15/2026
BMW R 12 G/S Tested in South Africa: Reviving the Original GS Spirit With Modern Technology
South African media has published a ride review of BMW's air-cooled boxer heritage model, the R 12 G/S. The review introduces it as a bike that pairs classic off-road styling reminiscent of the original R80G/S with the latest electronics and equipment. It was praised for balancing a back-to-basics design with modern riding performance, carrying forward the spirit of the original GS.
ZA Bikers · 7/15/2026
BMW R 12 G/S Ride Review: Back-to-Basics Styling Meets the Latest Technology
South African media has published a ride review of the BMW R 12 G/S. Combining heritage styling reminiscent of the original G/S with the latest technology, the bike earns praise for balancing back-to-basics design with modern riding performance.
ZA Bikers · 7/15/2026
Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono Nera: A High-Performance Single-Cylinder Supermoto
South African outlet RideFast covered the Nera, a special edition of Ducati's single-cylinder supermoto, the Hypermotard 698 Mono. In a category known for its raw, unpolished character, Ducati is said to have built this version with a distinctly performance-focused approach.
RideFast (SA) · 7/14/2026
QJMOTOR SRK 450 RR: An Inline-Four Reviving the Small-Displacement Supersport With 76hp
China's QJMOTOR small-displacement supersport, the 'SRK 450 RR,' is drawing attention in South Africa. Its 421cc inline-four produces 76hp at 14,000rpm and comes equipped with Brembo radial calipers, fully adjustable Marzocchi suspension and a 7-inch TFT display. Priced at around R104,995, it reportedly reaches a top speed of over 230km/h.
ZA Bikers · 7/9/2026
A Hyperbike That Looks Like It's From the Future: The Otherworldly Vyrus Alyen 988
South African media featured the Vyrus Alyen 988, a low-volume exotic from Italy. Wrapped in futuristic styling that looks as if it rode straight out of tomorrow, it's a machine built around unconventional technology such as hub-center steering—defying the conventions of motorcycle design.
RideFast (SA) · 7/9/2026
Roam Launches Electric Motorcycle 'Air Gen 3' in Kenya: 80% Charge in 40 Minutes, 100,000km Warranty
Kenya's Roam has launched its new electric motorcycle, the 'Roam Air Gen 3'. Its redesigned 2.2kWh battery charges from 20% to 80% in under 40 minutes, offers up to 80km of range, and comes with a 100,000km warranty. It features IP67 water resistance and built-in GPS tracking, and is aimed at the commercial boda boda (motorcycle taxi) market, supporting loads of up to 250kg.
thepack.news · 7/9/2026
India's TVS Officially Enters South Africa With 7 Models, Apache 310 RR Leads the Range
India's major motorcycle maker TVS has officially entered the South African market as an OEM, launching seven models. The largest-displacement model currently offered is the sport-focused Apache 310 RR. With a strategy centered on smaller displacements for now, the move brings new options to South Africa's growing motorcycle market.
AutoTrader South Africa · 7/8/2026
Honda CBR500R With E-Clutch Launches in Turkey at 611,000 TL as an Entry Sport Machine
Honda's CBR500R has launched in Turkey equipped with E-Clutch technology, priced at 611,000 Turkish lira. Combining sporty styling with everyday-friendly usability, it's positioned as a bike that brings the full sportbike experience within reach, from city streets to weekend twisty roads.
Moto World Dergisi · 7/7/2026
BMW M1000RR and S1000RR M2 Editions Debut Exclusively in South Africa, Just 10 Units Each
BMW Motorrad and BMW M have announced their first-ever joint special editions, the "M1000RR M2 Edition" and "S1000RR M2 Edition." Both are ultra-limited runs of just 10 units each, sold exclusively for the South African market — making them rare superbikes available nowhere else in the world.
ZA Bikers · 7/6/2026
Suzuki GSX-8R Tested in South Africa, With an Eye on R8 Cup Racing
South Africa's RideFast test rode the Suzuki GSX-8R. The bike, borrowed for about a week, is one a shop plans to prepare for R8 Cup competition, using the loan period to shake it down. The report examines how the middleweight sport bike, powered by a 776cc parallel-twin, performs both on the road and on track.
RideFast (SA) · 7/1/2026
Spotlight on a BMW S1000RR Built by South African Tuner 300Plus
South African magazine RideFast has featured a BMW S1000RR built by 300Plus, a tuning shop based in Centurion, South Africa. Sometimes a single bike really grabs your attention — and this, the piece says, is exactly that kind of machine. It's an article that hints at the depth of South Africa's sportbike culture.
RideFast (SA) · 7/1/2026
Riding China's QJMotor SRK 450 RR in South Africa: What Chinese Sport Bikes Are Really Capable Of
South Africa's RideFast tested the QJMotor SRK 450 RR, a sport bike from China. As the world takes notice of China's rising middleweight sport bikes, the review sees how it performs on African roads — a firsthand check on just how far Chinese-made sport bikes have come.
RideFast (SA) · 6/30/2026
Honda Launches Budget Commuter Activa 125 in South Africa
Honda has launched a new scooter, the "Activa 125," aimed at price-conscious commuters in the South African market. It brings a model long beloved as a staple in India to the country as an affordable means of transport. As motorcycle demand grows across the African market, it's drawing attention as a model built around practicality and price.
sundayworld.co.za · 6/29/2026
TVS Apache RR310 Ride Review in South Africa: A Nimble Commuter Companion
South African media has published a ride review of the Indian-made sport bike TVS Apache RR310. The nimble single-cylinder sport model earned high praise as a companion for cutting down commute times, illustrating how far the Indian brand has penetrated the African market.
Stuff South Africa · 6/26/2026
BMW Unveils South Africa-Exclusive M 1000 RR / S 1000 RR M2 Editions, Just 10 Units Each
BMW Motorrad has unveiled special South Africa-exclusive editions, the M 1000 RR M2 Edition and S 1000 RR M2 Edition. Finished in black with red accents to express a family connection to the four-wheeled BMW M2, they are ultra-limited to just 10 units each. Pricing is R882,100 for the M 1000 RR and R406,950 for the S 1000 RR.
Motorcycles News · 6/25/2026
BMW Launches S 1000 RR and M 1000 RR Edition Models in South Africa
BMW Motorrad has launched special 'S 1000 RR Edition' and 'M 1000 RR Edition' superbikes in the South African market and announced pricing. Featuring new exclusive colors and accent detailing, the special editions add flair to the sport models already popular locally. The move is aimed at strengthening the brand's appeal in the Middle East and Africa region.
TopAuto · 6/25/2026
Ducati Scrambler Tested in South Africa — "You Can't Ride It and Stay in a Bad Mood"
South Africa's RideFast test rode the Ducati Scrambler. Known for performance and technology and for constantly pushing limits, Ducati also builds the laid-back Scrambler, described here as a bike "you simply can't ride and stay in a bad mood." The review captures the appeal of a model defined not by speed, but by fun.
RideFast (SA) · 6/25/2026
QJ Motor's SRV 600 V — an Unconventional Middleweight Cruiser Powered by a High-Revving V4
ZA Bikers reviewed the QJ Motor SRV 600 V. Unlike a typical cruiser, its standout feature is a high-revving V4 engine. Producing 68bhp, it's praised as an approachable, beginner-friendly middleweight cruiser with bold styling.
ZA Bikers · 6/22/2026
UAE Startup E DADDY Unveils Dubai-Developed Electric Motorcycle Line, the X7 Series
UAE-based electric mobility startup E DADDY has officially unveiled its new electric motorcycle line, the X7 Series, developed in Dubai, according to THE PACK. Positioned as a product with global market ambitions, it marks the debut of an electric two-wheeler brand out of the Middle East — a sign of new players entering electrification from emerging regions.
THE PACK · 6/21/2026