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Webike Owner Feature: The Super Cub 110 Feels Surprisingly Like a 'Real Motorcycle'
In Webike's owner-bike feature, commuter Shinobu Sagi's Super Cub 110 impresses with a hydraulic front brake that stops 'several times better than expected' and cast wheels that smooth out the ride. Its longer-stroke engine lets it accelerate naturally without full throttle up to 60 km/h. Riding it 50 km each way to work daily, Sagi says the 110 delivers plenty for the price difference.
Webike · 8/5/2026
BMW S1000XR and M Package: A Quick Guide to the 170PS Sport-Adventure
BMW's S1000XR pairs a 999cc inline-four derived from the S1000RR superbike with an upright touring position, producing 125kW (170PS) at 11,000rpm and 114N·m of torque at a curb weight of 238kg. Pricing starts at ¥2,697,000, while the M Package version costs ¥3,130,000 and raises seat height to 850mm.
オートバイ · 8/3/2026
Saori Oku Leads a Scorching-Hot 'Second Izumisano Touring' to Put the Town on the Biker Map
Izumisano city PR ambassador Saori Oku held the second Izumisano Touring event on July 18, aiming to establish the Osaka town as a destination for riders. In 37°C heat, two influencers joined her for a seafood barbecue at the fishing-port diner Kikunoya, where the owner surprised the group with two boat-shaped sashimi platters, before a second stop for tart and smoothies at the old-house cafe Irodori.
モーサイ · 8/3/2026
KTM Japan Adds ¥350,000 Support and Up to 60-Month 0% Loan for 890 SMT
KTM Japan will run a purchase-support campaign for the 2024 890 SMT from August 1 through October 31. Buyers who contract and register a new bike during the period receive ¥350,000 including tax and can choose either a 0% loan for up to 60 months or a 0.9% loan for up to 84 months. Eligible bikes also receive up to four years of manufacturer warranty at no extra cost.
モトメガネ (MotoMegane) · 7/30/2026
KTM Japan Offers ¥350,000 Support and Low-Rate Finance on 2024 890 SMT
KTM Japan will run a purchase-support campaign for the 2024 890 SMT from August 1 through October 31. Buyers who contract and register a new bike during the period receive ¥350,000 including tax and can choose either 0% financing for up to 60 payments or 0.9% for up to 84. Stock is limited, and qualifying bikes also carry up to four years of manufacturer warranty.
BikeBros · 7/30/2026
Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Z500 Tested: 451cc Twins Balance Ease and Agility
MotoSai road-tested the Japan-spec Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Z500. Their 451cc parallel twin produces 53ps and 43Nm, with a 785mm seat; the Ninja weighs 171kg and the Z 167kg. The test praised both for stronger low-to-midrange response and agile cornering, while favoring the Ninja for wind protection and the Z for urban manoeuvrability.
モーサイ · 7/29/2026
NAPS Home Sale Bundles a Garage House With a Kawasaki GPZ900R
NAPS and Yokohama Style have begun selling the NAPS HOME Kamiooka II Building B motorcycle-garage house. Buyers who contract directly with the seller and meet the stated conditions receive a Kawasaki GPZ900R, an initial service and invitations to NAPS events. It is the first project in an initiative that packages the home, secure storage and motorcycle as one riding lifestyle.
BikeBros · 7/29/2026
EVATEK's Electric Seat Opener Makes Refuelling the CT125 Hunter Cub Smarter
EVATEK, a brand from Koken, has released an electric seat opener made specifically for the Honda CT125 Hunter Cub. The distinctive routine of pulling the main key at the pump and swapping it into the key cylinder beside the seat can now be done electrically with a single switch. The design keeps opening by the original key as a fallback, and it costs 16,500 yen.
バイクブロス · 7/27/2026
One-Month Rookie: Car Writer Iona Se Dives Into XPLORER Camp Meeting 2026
Automotive writer Iona Se, who has been riding for just one month, attended the XPLORER Camp Meeting 2026. Her report captures the appeal of an event blending touring and camping, seen through fresh, beginner eyes.
タンデムスタイル · 7/26/2026
R&G Launches Dedicated Aluminum Adventure Bars for Honda XL750 Transalp
R&G Racing's dedicated 'aluminum adventure bars' for the Honda XL750 Transalp (23-25) are now available through Nexus. Made from lightweight, corrosion-resistant high-quality aluminum alloy, the protectors guard the bike in the event of a fall. The model-specific design preserves the bike's styling. Priced at ¥63,000 (left and right set, tax excluded), part number CAB0027BK.
バイクブロス · 7/24/2026
Hokkaido's Back-to-Back "2rinkan" Events Get Kamikawa and Sapporo Buzzing
The third installment of the rider column "Saori Oku's Motorcycle Days." Set in Hokkaido, it recounts how a pair of events hosted by the gear shop 2rinkan in Kamikawa and Sapporo turned out to be huge hits. The popular column delivers everyday experiences and useful information for riders from a relatable, down-to-earth perspective.
モーサイ · 7/23/2026
Scooters Only, Part 2: Packing for a 125cc Camping Trip — Under the Seat Is a Universe
A tent, a sleeping bag, a firepit — it all fits on a 125cc scooter. After dozens of long-weekend camping trips, here's the full rundown, in order, of my three-tier packing system: under-seat storage, flat floor, and rear box.
MotoBook編集部 · 7/23/2026