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Brazil's July 2026 Sales Chart: Honda CG 160 Tops the List With 47,493 Units
Motociclismo Online Brasil published Brazil's top 20 best-selling motorcycles for July 2026. Honda's CG 160 led with 47,493 registrations, followed by the Honda Biz (21,219) and Honda Pop 110i (19,254), giving Honda a firm grip on the top of the chart. The Mottu Sport 110i, built for delivery riders, placed fifth with 11,397 units.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 8/5/2026
Honda Stays Cautious on Brazil EVs After Watching Yamaha's Struggles
Honda says it currently has no plans to launch an electric motorcycle in Brazil. Yamaha, which went first with its Neo's Connected, has struggled since launch, selling fewer than 138 units and cutting the price from R$33,990 to R$25,590 along the way.
AutoPapo · 8/5/2026
BMW Motorrad Hits 150,000 Bikes Built in Brazil as Manaus Plant Turns 10
BMW Motorrad has reached 150,000 motorcycles produced at its Manaus, Brazil plant, marking the factory's 10th anniversary. The milestone bike was an R 1300 GS Adventure Triple Black, powered by a 145hp boxer engine making 15.19kgf-m with a 30-liter aluminum tank. The plant now builds 13 models and is BMW Motorrad's only dedicated motorcycle factory outside Germany.
Tudo de Motos · 8/4/2026
Colombia's Motorcycle Market Surges as KTM Distributor's Assets Top 77 Billion Pesos
Autocolombiana, which distributes KTM, Husqvarna and Gasgas in Colombia, reported assets exceeding 77 billion pesos in the first half of 2026 — up roughly 20% year on year. Colombia's overall motorcycle market grew alongside it, with over 654,000 units registered in H1 2026 (up 33.5%) and a record 131,936 units registered in July alone.
Valora Analitik · 8/4/2026
Rivals 99 and iFood Jointly Back Brazil's Electric Delivery Motorcycle Push
Ride-hailing giant 99 and food-delivery app iFood have jointly committed over R$90 million to a Brazilian sustainable mobility fund targeting R$304.5 million in total. Partnering with China's Yadea, the fund will back electric motorcycles built for delivery riders covering 100+ km a day, aiming for 600,000 EVs on the road by 2035.
ND Mais · 8/4/2026
BMW's Manaus Plant Hits 150,000 Bikes at Its 10-Year Mark
BMW Motorrad's factory in Manaus, Brazil marked its 10th anniversary by producing its 150,000th motorcycle, a R 1300 GS Adventure Triple Black. Described as the only facility outside Germany dedicated solely to motorcycle production, the plant now builds 13 models. Plant Director Alex Donatti called the overlap of the two milestones 'even more special.'
AutoPapo · 8/4/2026
China's Kove Reportedly Developing a Lighter 350 Rally Below Its 450 Model
Chinese manufacturer Kove is reportedly developing a lighter 350cc-class adventure model to sit below its existing 450 Rally. It may share the 344cc parallel-twin (47hp) from the 350 RR, or use a single derived from the 450 Rally, with 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoked wheels expected.
Andar de Moto Brasil · 8/4/2026
Honda's 2027 X-ADV Launches in Brazil at R$93,500
Honda has launched the 2027 X-ADV in Brazil at R$93,500, carrying over the current mechanical package while adding two new colors, Matte Pearl White and Graphite Black. It keeps the 745cc parallel-twin with DCT, five riding modes, Honda Selectable Torque Control, and a 5-inch TFT display, backed by a three-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
AutoPapo · 8/4/2026
Royal Enfield Backs Latin America With 113 Service Centers Across 14 Countries
Royal Enfield has built a network of 113 official service centers across 14 Latin American countries, backed by two technician training hubs in Colombia and Argentina. Its base warranty covers three years with unlimited mileage, and completing a three-year maintenance plan in Argentina can extend it by two more years — a support push befitting a manufacturer with over 125 years of continuous production.
MotoNews Argentina · 8/4/2026
Toluca, Mexico Introduces Fines of Up to 2,346 Pesos for Non-Certified Helmets
The city of Toluca, Mexico, has introduced fines of 10-20 UMA (1,173 to 2,346 pesos) for wearing non-certified motorcycle helmets. Helmets must carry DOT, ECE, or NOM certification and be under five years old; violations also result in the vehicle being impounded. The rule applies to both riders and passengers.
Motofichas Mexico · 8/4/2026
Autocolombiana Reports Over $77 Billion in Sales as KTM Growth Accelerates in Colombia
Autocolombiana, the official Colombian distributor for KTM, Husqvarna and GASGAS, reported first-half 2026 sales exceeding 77 billion Colombian pesos, up roughly 43% from the same period last year. Colombia's motorcycle market also registered 654,146 new units from January to June, and Autocolombiana said it aims to double H1 sales in the second half of the year.
De Motos Colombia · 8/3/2026
BMW's Manaus Plant Hits 150,000 Units on Its 10th Anniversary
BMW Motorrad's plant in Manaus, Brazil, marked its 10th anniversary by reaching 150,000 units of cumulative production. The facility is BMW's only motorcycle-dedicated plant outside Germany and currently builds 13 models for the Brazilian market. The milestone 150,000th unit was an R 1300 GS Adventure Triple Black, packing 145 horsepower and 15.2 kgf-m of torque.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 8/3/2026
Festival Interlagos Set for August 13-16, With Honda's CB1000 Hornet Headlining New Launches
Festival Interlagos, billed as Brazil's biggest stage for motorcycle market launches, runs August 13-16 at the Interlagos Speedway in São Paulo. Headlining is Honda's four-cylinder naked CB1000 Hornet, rated around 150 horsepower, finally debuting after a delay from its original 2025 target. BMW's F450GS, Royal Enfield's Goan Classic 350, and Kawasaki's KLX230 are also expected on display.
AutoPapo · 8/3/2026
CFMoto 800 MT-X vs. Voge DS800X Rally: Nearly Matched on Power and Price
Argentina's La Moto pits the CFMoto 800 MT-X against the Voge DS800X Rally, two mid-size adventure bikes with near-identical specs. The CFMoto makes 95 hp and 87 Nm versus the Voge's 94 hp and 81 Nm, but the Voge is about 13 kg heavier at 242.7 kg wet weight versus 229.5 kg for the MT-X.
La Moto · 8/3/2026
New BMW S1000RR Spied at the 'Ring with MotoGP-Style Aero and Brembo Hypure Brakes
BMW's 2027 S1000RR was spotted testing at the Nürburgring with steeply angled winglets integrated into the fairing, aimed at boosting front-wheel downforce above 200km/h. The braking system switches to Brembo's new Hypure radial calipers for better heat dissipation and rigidity. A full reveal is expected late 2026, with production starting in 2027.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 8/3/2026
Are 800cc Adventure Bikes the Best Daily City Ride? Four Models Compared
A comparison of the Yamaha Ténéré 700, CFMoto 800MT ES, Triumph Tiger Sport 800, and Kove 800X Pro examined whether mid-size 800cc adventure bikes make sense as everyday city transport. Fuel tanks over 16 liters give strong range, and a higher seating position helps riders see over traffic, but semi-block tires struggle on wet pavement and the extra weight adds fatigue at low speeds.
La Moto · 8/3/2026
Enduro Centro Sur Round 5 Powers Through Rain in Hualqui
Chile's Enduro Centro Sur championship held its fifth round in the Quilacoya sector near Hualqui despite heavy rain, with organizer Team EntreCerros pulling the event off under difficult conditions. In the Super Expert class, Krikri Sánchez took the win, finishing 17 seconds ahead of Felipe Contreras Marín.
Revista SMotos Chile · 8/3/2026
Five Peru Motorcycle Touring Destinations for August, From Ayacucho to Cusco
Peruvian motorcycle magazine Revista Mototec has published a list of five recommended touring destinations for August: Ayacucho, known for its colonial architecture and gastronomy; Oxapampa in the Pasco region, with mountain roads and Austro-German influenced towns; Paracas in Ica, easily reached from Lima; the Amazonas region, home to the Kuélap fortress; and Cusco, a longtime favorite among domestic and foreign riders. The article also reminds riders to check their motorcycle's brakes, tires, and lights, and to wear certified helmets and weather-appropriate gear for each region.
Revista Mototec Peru · 8/3/2026
MotoGP's 2027 Season to Open in Buriram, Thailand, Ushering In 850cc Rules
MotoGP will kick off its 2027 season at Chang International Circuit in Buriram, Thailand, marking the start of new technical regulations: engines shrink from 1000cc to 850cc, ride-height devices are banned, aerodynamics are restricted, and 100% sustainable fuel becomes mandatory. The changes are aimed at improving safety and cutting costs.
Revista Mototec Peru · 8/3/2026
Argentina's Motorcycle Registrations Jump 30.4% in July as Honda Holds the Top Spot
New motorcycle registrations in Argentina reached 71,217 units in July, up 30.4% from 54,600 a year earlier. Year-to-date registrations from January through July hit 511,986, a 41.9% increase over the same period last year. Honda kept its lead among manufacturers with 15,209 units, while the Honda Wave 110S topped the model rankings with 8,300 units.
MotoNews Argentina · 8/3/2026
Dafra Launches SYM ADXTG 300 Adventure Scooter in Brazil for R$32,990
Brazilian importer Dafra has launched the SYM-badged ADXTG 300 adventure scooter at R$32,990, including delivery and a five-year warranty. The liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine makes 26 hp with a claimed range of up to 400 km, and the scooter comes with a 7-inch TFT display, traction control and two-channel ABS.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 8/3/2026
David Portuga wins MOTO1000GP GP Light race at Cascavel
JD43 Liquimoly rider David Portuga won the GP Light race at MOTO1000GP's GP Paraná in Brazil after a 16-lap fight for the lead. Marcelo Miarelli hit mechanical trouble on the last lap, leaving Eduardo Marques second and Miarelli third.
MOTO1000GP · 8/2/2026
Ducati at 100: From Radio Parts Maker to Motorcycling's Most Passionate Brand
Brazilian outlet Andar de Moto profiled Ducati's 100-year history, which began in 1926 as a maker of radio components. The piece traces the 1946 launch of the small Cucciolo auxiliary engine, the 1956 development of the desmodromic system, the iconic 916 in 1993, and Audi's 2012 acquisition of the brand, through to Marc Márquez's fourth straight Ducati MotoGP title in 2025.
Andar de Moto Brasil · 8/2/2026
Kevin Fontainha claims first GP1000 win by 0.169 seconds
Honda Racing's Kevin Fontainha took his first GP1000 by Motul win in race two of MOTO1000GP's GP Paraná in Brazil. He reclaimed the lead on the last lap, beating Maxi Scheib by 0.169 seconds and Eric Granado by 0.373 seconds.
MOTO1000GP · 8/2/2026
Consortium Plans Fund 35.5% of New Motorcycle Purchases in Brazil
ABAC says consortium purchasing plans financed 35.5% of new motorcycles bought in Brazil from January through June 2026. New motorcycle plan subscriptions reached 759,600, up 8.6% year on year, while the number of active participants stood at 3.30 million in June.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 8/2/2026
Granado tops Friday running at MOTO1000GP Cascavel round
Honda Racing's Eric Granado set the fastest Friday time at round four of Brazil's MOTO1000GP in Cascavel, posting a 1:01.181 in TL3. Maxi Scheib was only 0.066 seconds behind and the top five were covered by less than three tenths. A sprint follows on August 1, with the 21-lap main race on August 2.
MOTO1000GP · 7/31/2026
Bajaj opens two northeast Brazil dealers, reaching 76 locations
Bajaj has opened two new dealerships in northeast Brazil, in Juazeiro do Norte, Ceará, and Jaboatão dos Guararapes, Pernambuco. The additions bring its Brazilian network to 76 locations, expanding the regional sales, service and after-sales footprint.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/31/2026
Yamaha Secures R$15 Million for Manaus Factory Automation
Brazil's Tudo de Motos reports that Yamaha Motor do Brasil will receive R$15 million from Finep to automate and modernize its Manaus factory. The funding is intended for factory automation, reinforcing the company's local production base.
Tudo de Motos · 7/31/2026
Royal Enfield Shows New Meteor 350 Colors and 125th Anniversary Classic 650 in Brazil
Royal Enfield used a customer event in Brasília to give Brazil its first look at four new Meteor 350 colors and a 125th Anniversary Classic 650. The Meteor adds full LED lighting, a standard Tripper Pod, an assist-and-slipper clutch, and a handlebar-mounted USB-C port. Local launch timing and prices have not been announced for either model.
AutoPapo · 7/30/2026
Shineray Launches SE2 Retro in Brazil at R$16,990 With 60km Range
Shineray has launched the SE2 Retro electric scooter in Brazil. It pairs a 2,000W-rated, 2,400W-peak motor with a removable 60V 23.4Ah battery, and both top speed and claimed range are 60km. The scooter costs R$16,990 before delivery, while a full charge takes an estimated eight to ten hours.
Motoo · 7/30/2026
Yamaha Secures R$15 Million Finep Loan to Automate Manaus Plant
Yamaha Motor do Brasil has secured a seven-year R$15 million Finep loan to automate, robotize, and digitize its Manaus plant. R$12 million has already been disbursed, with projects due for completion in 2026 including equipment designed to cut fuel-tank welding electricity use by up to 50% and tire-assembly time by up to 30%.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/30/2026
Honda CB750 Hornet Becomes the 3D-Built Concept 2077
Honda Moto Suisse and Stark Industries have created the CB750 Hornet-based Concept 2077. Its 3D-printed bodywork and red-and-gold finish deliver a cyberpunk look. It is one of ten Honda Customs 2026 finalists and is not planned for production.
La Moto · 7/30/2026
Yamaha Secures R$15 Million to Modernize Its Manaus Motorcycle Plant
Yamaha Motor do Brasil has secured R$15 million in Finep financing to automate its Manaus plant. Running from 2025 through 2026, the program targets up to 50% lower electricity use in robotic fuel-tank welding, up to 30% less tire-assembly time, and an average 10% cut in production-cycle time.
Motoo · 7/30/2026
Shineray Launches SE2 Retrô Electric Scooter in Brazil for R$16,990
Shineray has launched the SE2 Retrô electric scooter in Brazil for R$16,990 before delivery. Its 2,000 W motor reaches a claimed 60 km/h, while a removable 60 V, 23.4 Ah battery provides up to 60 km of range and takes 8–10 hours to charge. The 93 kg scooter has disc brakes at both ends and 12-inch wheels.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/30/2026
MOTO1000GP Opens Cascavel Weekend With 11 Races Across Seven Categories
Brazil’s MOTO1000GP begins track activity for GP Paraná on July 31 at Autódromo Internacional Zilmar Beux in Cascavel. The fourth round runs through August 2 and features 11 races across seven categories. National championship contenders and riders from across Latin America will compete on the series’ high-speed circuit.
Moto1000GP · 7/30/2026
Shineray Launches Four-Cylinder SBM 400RR in Brazil at R$44,990
Shineray’s premium SBM division has launched the fully faired 400RR in Brazil. It features a 400cc inline-four, 16-valve engine, an inverted front fork, twin 300 mm front discs, and two-channel ABS. National pricing is set at R$44,990, with red and black color options offered through SBM dealerships.
AutoPapo · 7/30/2026
Kawasaki Launches Z900RS and Z900 Black Edition in Argentina
Kawasaki has launched the Z900RS ABS and Z900 ABS Black Edition in Argentina. Both use a 948cc inline-four; the Z900RS adds an IMU and cruise control and costs $25,500, while the Black Edition is priced at $20,900.
MotoNews Argentina · 7/30/2026
Bajaj Dominar 400 Family Passes 30,000 Registrations in Brazil
Bajaj’s Dominar 400 and NS400Z have passed 30,000 cumulative registrations in Brazil. The pair recorded 7,130 units in the first half of 2026, up 35% year on year. Just over three and a half years after Bajaj entered the country in December 2022, the line has become its core range, while the brand’s total Brazilian registrations have exceeded 61,000.
Tudo de Motos · 7/29/2026
Dafra Launches SYM ADXTG 300 in Brazil for R$32,990
Dafra has unveiled the SYM ADXTG 300 crossover scooter for Brazil. Its 278.3cc single produces 26cv, while a 16-liter tank, 7-inch TFT, ABS and traction control are standard. Sales begin on August 10, 2026, at R$32,990 including freight.
Motociclismo Online Brasil · 7/29/2026
Peru's SUTRAN Reminds Holiday Riders of 24-Hour Road Reporting Service
Peru's SUTRAN has reminded motorcycle travelers that its Fiscafono road-reporting service is available during the Independence Day holiday. The 24-hour WhatsApp line, 999 382 606, accepts reports of crashes, roadblocks, hazardous broken-down vehicles and dangerous driving with location details and media. It does not replace police, fire or medical emergency services.
Revista Mototec Peru · 7/29/2026