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Rare 1988 Ikuzawa Harris TH1R Race Bike Heads to Auction in the US
A rare 1988 single-cylinder race bike, the Ikuzawa Harris TH1R, has been listed at Iconic Motorbike Auctions in the US. Its frame was built by Britain's Harris, paired with a Honda RS600D flat-track engine producing 61hp at 7,000rpm. The owner is 83-year-old former racer Tetsu Ikuzawa, whose team won the Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race in 1989.
RideApart · 8/5/2026
TopSpeed: Why the Kawasaki KLR650 Rarely Lets Owners Down
TopSpeed profiles the Kawasaki KLR650, a dual-sport long known as close to bomb-proof. Its 652cc liquid-cooled single makes 40 horsepower and 39.1 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6.1-gallon tank and a semi-double cradle frame built for durability. The third-generation model adds fuel injection, a digital dash, LED lighting, and USB charging on top of that mechanical simplicity.
TopSpeed · 8/5/2026
Rider Magazine Rounds Up 49 Epic Motorcycle Stops Across California
US touring publication Rider Magazine has published a guide to 49 must-see motorcycle stops across California. It spans legendary roads like the Big Sur stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway and Tioga Pass through Yosemite, plus rider hangouts like the Rock Store and the ghost town of Bodie.
Rider Magazine · 8/4/2026
Sena's New Outlander Helmet Pairs Mesh 3.0 Comms with a 20-Hour Talk Time
Sena has unveiled its new Outlander adventure helmet, priced at $599 and weighing 3.8 pounds in a medium, available in sizes S through XXL. It packs Mesh Intercom 3.0 with up to 1.2 miles of open-terrain range, 20 hours of talk time on a 2.5-hour charge, and dual DOT/ECE R22.06 certification.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 8/4/2026
Deegan Tests Suspension and Engine Options During Off Week
AMA Motocross rider Haiden Deegan is using an off week to test suspension and engine package adjustments in his first year on a 450. He said there's "room to improve" as he tries multiple engine configurations, aiming to defend the outdoor title against the Lawrence brothers.
GateDrop · 8/4/2026
Turn 14 Sponsors Sturgis Bike Show, Rolls Out Dealer Activations
Aftermarket distributor Turn 14 Distribution is the presenting sponsor of the Cycle Source Sturgis Bike Show on August 9, judging 30 classes including a $5,000 Best of Show award, and introducing its own Builder's Choice Award. During rally week, the company is also running product displays and raffles at select regional dealers.
Powersports Business · 8/4/2026
Royal Enfield's 2026 Meteor 350 Charms with Refreshingly Simple Cruising
TopSpeed reviewed the 2026 Royal Enfield Meteor 350, powered by an air-cooled 349cc single making 20.2hp and rated around 84mpg. Starting at $4,899, the bike lacks complex electronics, and reviewers said that mechanical simplicity makes it genuinely enjoyable to ride even at city speeds.
TopSpeed · 8/4/2026
BMW to Cut 8,000 Jobs Group-Wide, Unclear If Motorrad Will Be Affected
BMW Group has agreed with its Works Council on voluntary severance affecting about 8,000 employees, roughly 6% of its workforce, after total revenue fell 28.5% and profit dropped by about EUR1 billion. While automotive sales fell around 7.5%, BMW Motorrad's decline was a much milder 3%, and it remains unclear whether the motorcycle division will be affected by the cuts.
RideApart · 8/4/2026
MotoGP's British GP Opens the Second Half With Five Riders Within 24 Points
MotoGP heads into the British GP at Silverstone with five riders separated by just 24 points, one of the tightest title fights in the series' history. Championship leader Jorge Martin is followed closely by Ai Ogura (14 points back) and Marc Marquez in third, with home rider Cal Crutchlow also returning. Silverstone has produced 11 different winners in its last 11 editions.
Roadracing World · 8/4/2026
Honda's $10,599 CB1000F Quietly Outguns the Retro Roadster Class
Honda has launched the 2026 CB1000F at $10,599, packing a reworked CBR1000RR-derived inline-four tuned to 122 horsepower. At roughly 470 pounds, it comes with IMU-enabled cornering ABS, lean-sensitive traction control, and Showa suspension. It undercuts most rivals in its retro-roadster class while offering more power than any of them.
TopSpeed · 8/3/2026
The Second-Gen Hayabusa: Why the 2008-2020 Model Still Ages Best
Suzuki's second-generation Hayabusa, built from 2008 to 2020, is being re-evaluated by overseas outlets as the strongest of the three generations, producing 195.7 horsepower and 113.6 lb-ft of torque from its 1,340cc inline-four. It features an adjustable 43mm Kayaba inverted fork and, from 2013, Brembo M4.32 calipers, with used prices ranging $5,950-$9,490. Reviewers credit it for pairing analog character with modern safety features like ABS.
TopSpeed · 8/3/2026
MotoGP's 2027 Season Opens in Thailand for a Third Straight Year
MotoGP announced its 2027 season will open March 5-7 at Chang International Circuit in Buriram, Thailand, marking a third consecutive year as season opener and the first race under the new 2027-2031 technical rules. The 2026 opener drew a record 228,228 fans, with Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi taking the win.
Roadracing World · 8/3/2026
Oxley Bom Podcast Goes Inside Öhlins, the Beating Heart of MotoGP Suspension
The MotoGP-focused Oxley Bom podcast released an episode touring Öhlins' factory north of Stockholm, Sweden. The episode covers springs, hydraulics, carbon components and previously undisclosed manufacturer-exclusive devices developed for Ducati, offering a rare look inside the sport's dominant suspension supplier. Photos from the visit also show Francesco Bagnaia, Marc Marquez and Ai Ogura on site.
Roadracing World · 8/3/2026
The Nicky Hayden Horizon Award: 30 Years of Rising Motocross Talent, and What Kawasaki's Repeat Win Means
The Nicky Hayden AMA Motocross Horizon Award, honoring rising motocross talent since 1997, has crowned 30 winners, with Enzo Temmerman's 2025 win giving Kawasaki back-to-back victories for the first time in 14 years. Past recipients include James Stewart, Travis Pastrana, and Ryan Villopoto, and by manufacturer Kawasaki leads with nine wins. Attention now turns to who takes the 2026 title.
Racer X Online · 8/3/2026
Forty Years On: David Bailey's 1-Point Win for His First AMA MX Title in 1983
David Bailey clinched his first AMA Grand National Motocross title at the 1983 season finale in Millville, Minnesota. Honda teammate Bob Hannah helped clear his path in the second moto, and Bailey edged out rival Mark Barnett by a single point.
Rider Files · 8/3/2026
Kushitani and Bandai's Strict-G Team Up on a New Gundam Riding Gear Collection
Motorcycle gear maker Kushitani has again partnered with Bandai's official Gundam brand Strict-G for a 2026 collection themed on Mobile Suit Gundam and Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway. The line spans polo shirts, a fitted track jacket, a hoodie and neck buffs, priced from $37 for the buff up to $226 for the hoodie.
RideApart · 8/3/2026
BMW's Motorcycle Division Grows Profit 8.5% in H1 2026 While Cars Slump 45.6%
In its first-half 2026 results, BMW's motorcycle division sold 102,847 units, down 2.9% year on year, yet grew profit 8.5% to €230 million. The automotive side sold 1,156,727 units, down 4.2%, with profit plunging 45.6% to €1.974 billion, underscoring a sharp divergence between the two businesses.
RideApart · 8/3/2026
The First Motorcycle Accessory You Buy Might Be for Your Truck
US gear outlet Webbikeworld argues the first piece of gear a new motorcycle owner needs isn't for the bike at all, but for the truck that hauls it. It explains that a vehicle-specific floor liner for pickups like the Ford F-150, with raised edges and molded channels, catches mud, gravel and wet straps far better than a universal mat. It also recommends fitting the liner before pickup day and draping a blanket over the rear seat.
Webbikeworld · 8/3/2026
Scholtz Wins Fourth of the Season in Red-Flag-Marred Mid-Ohio Superbike Race
Mathew Scholtz (Strack Racing) won MotoAmerica's Quad Lock Superbike Race 2 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, taking his fourth win of the season. The race was stopped by red flags twice and cut short after nine laps, with Scholtz beating Sean Dylan Kelly by just 0.177 seconds and Bobby Fong taking third.
MotoAmerica · 8/3/2026
Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-6R Brings 636cc and 127 HP to Summer Canyon Runs and Track Days
Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-6R produces 127 hp and 52.1 lb-ft from its 636cc inline-four, priced at $11,599 for the base model and $12,599 for the ABS version with KIBS, before destination charges. Its extra displacement over a 600 gives stronger low- and mid-range response without going to liter-bike extremes, making it usable for both canyon carving and track days. It comes standard with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires and a 4.3-inch TFT display.
TopSpeed · 8/2/2026
BMW's S1000XR Pairs a 170-HP Superbike Engine With Real Touring Comfort
BMW's S1000XR sport-tourer makes 170 hp and 84 lb-ft from its 999cc inline-four while using semi-active electronic suspension with 5.9 inches of travel for a comfortable, upright riding position. Starting at $18,825, it's positioned against rivals like the Kawasaki Versys 1100 and Suzuki GSX-S1000GX+. The bike is built to be superbike-quick and touring-bike comfortable at the same time.
TopSpeed · 8/2/2026
How Much Should You Spend on a Leather Motorcycle Vest?
US gear site MotoGearRater published a buying guide on how much riders should spend on a leather vest. It notes vests under $100 use 0.8-1.0mm split or lightweight cowhide with single-row stitching, $125-250 gets top-grain cowhide recommended for most riders, and $400-plus means small-batch, US-made horsehide, suggesting a $180-240 budget for first-time buyers. It adds that durability gains start to plateau past $250.
MotoGearRater · 8/2/2026
CFMoto's New Ibex 800 E Undercuts the Kawasaki Versys 650 by $100
CFMoto has launched its new Ibex 800 E adventure-tourer at $10,299, $100 less than the rival Kawasaki Versys 650's $10,399. The 799cc parallel-twin makes 94 hp and 56.8 lb-ft, and the bike comes standard with rear radar blind-spot detection, an 8-inch TFT display with Apple CarPlay, and a bidirectional quickshifter. Its main question mark remains CFMoto's still-unproven long-term reliability.
TopSpeed · 8/2/2026
BMW Recalls Nearly 17,000 S 1000 RR Superbikes Over Ignition Lock Failure
BMW is recalling 16,736 US-market S 1000 RR units from model years 2020-2026 over an ignition lock fault that can cut power, lights, and rider aids mid-ride under strong vibration. The failure rate climbed from under 0.1% in April 2025 to under 0.5% by April 2026. Notifications start September 14, though no fix is finalized yet, and BMW reports no crashes or injuries.
Motorcycle.com · 8/1/2026
Indian Motorcycle Trims Scout Lineup From 17 Models to Just 6 for 2027
EPA certification filings reveal Indian Motorcycle is cutting its sprawling Scout lineup from 17 variants down to six for the 2027 model year. The Scout Classic, Sport Scout RT, and +Tech trims are being dropped, leaving models like the 101 Scout and Scout Bobber Limited. New CEO Mike Kennedy reportedly wants to focus attention on the Chief and Touring lines, raising questions about where an affordable entry point into the brand goes next.
RideApart · 7/31/2026
Harley-Davidson Files Trademarks for RMCR and RMXR, Inching Toward Production
Harley-Davidson filed US trademark applications for 'RMCR' and 'RMXR' on July 29. The RMCR is the cafe racer concept already shown at Mama Tried, Daytona Bike Week, and the MotoGP Americas round, and the filing signals it's moving toward production. RMXR appears flat-track inspired. If both proceed, expect 2027 or 2028 model years, the brand's first factory cafe racer since the 1970s.
Motorcycle.com · 7/31/2026
LiveWire Posts 267 Quarterly Sales Under NYSE Compliance Notice
LiveWire received an NYSE compliance notice after its average closing price stayed below $1 for 30 trading days. In the second quarter of 2026, it sold 267 electric motorcycles, up 386% year on year, with $9.1 million in revenue and an $18.2 million net loss. Shares rose more than threefold in two trading days from 77 cents on July 23.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/31/2026
Mosko Moto Alpine 60L Tested: An 8.2-Pound Rackless System
ADV Pulse tested Mosko Moto's Alpine 60L in Southern California and Baja. The three-bag, 60-liter system weighs 8.2 pounds and costs $749; the test praised its waterproofing and close fit but also found a small puncture in an inner liner and wear on the harness foam.
ADV Pulse · 7/30/2026
Texas Route 66 Motorcycle Guide Maps a 186-Mile, One-to-Two-Day Ride
Rider Magazine has mapped a motorcycle trip along Texas Route 66. The 186-mile run from Shamrock to Glenrio takes one to two days and suits beginner-to-intermediate riders. Stops include Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo and Adrian, the midpoint 1,139 miles from both Chicago and Santa Monica, with spring or fall travel from east to west recommended.
Rider Magazine · 7/30/2026
FloRacing to Stream 19 Major U.S. Amateur Motocross Events Through 2027
MX Sports and FloSports will carry leading U.S. amateur motocross events on FloRacing through the 2027 season. The package covers 19 events across the American Motocross Majors, Grand Championship and Road to Loretta’s regional series, while selected coverage will also appear on the free FloRacing 24/7 channel.
Racer X Online · 7/30/2026
SMX Insider Previews Los Angeles Playoff Round Two from LA Galaxy Stadium
The official SuperMotocross show SMX Insider has released a preview of playoff round two from the LA Galaxy's home stadium. Adam Cianciarulo and Jason Thomas discuss Hunter Lawrence's breakout season and the key battles, while Jason Weigandt previews the Loretta Lynn's Amateur National Championship.
SuperMotocross (SMX) · 7/30/2026
2026 Honda CBR500R Review Finds Touring Strength Behind 45hp
Rider Magazine tested the 2026 Honda CBR500R over months on public roads and a racetrack. Its 471cc parallel twin makes an estimated 45hp and moves 421lb. An average 65.7mpg, nearly 300 miles of range, and relaxed ergonomics made it better at travel and daily use than outright speed.
Rider Magazine · 7/30/2026
Two Cross-Country Women's Rides Converge at Sturgis on August 10
Sturgis Motorcycle Museum in South Dakota hosts 'Pearl's Jam' on August 10, a celebration of women riders. The Women Riders World Relay, co-founded by Liza Miller and Wendy Crockett, is attempting a world record on a 13,000-plus-mile coast-to-coast GPS route. Shantell Williams' backroads ride from Florida honors legendary rider Bessie Stringfield, ahead of her Hall of Fame induction. Both journeys converge as the museum marks its 25th anniversary.
Cycle News · 7/30/2026
2027 AJP PR7 Reworks Chassis and Intake, Priced From $13,999 in the US
The Portuguese-built 2027 AJP PR7 rally bike is beginning its US rollout. Its 600cc single and six-speed gearbox carry over, while the frame geometry, airbox, exhaust header, electrical protection, and bodywork are revised. Standard bikes use ZF Sachs suspension, the special-order Gold model gets Öhlins units, and pricing starts at $13,999 with initial deliveries through September.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/30/2026
GoPro Becomes Official Camera Partner of American Flat Track
AMA Pro Racing has named GoPro the Official Action Camera Partner of Progressive American Flat Track. The partnership will expand onboard, race-day and behind-the-scenes footage across broadcast, digital and social channels, aiming to bring viewers closer to the riders and bikes.
RideApart · 7/30/2026
MotoAmerica Mid-Ohio Sets Up Key Bagger and Super Hooligan Battles
MotoAmerica heads to Mid-Ohio from July 31 to August 2 with King of the Baggers and Super Hooligan on the program. Harley-Davidson and Indian renew their factory rivalry, with nine-lap Bagger races scheduled for August 1 and August 2.
Hot Bike Magazine · 7/30/2026
Touratech Aventuro Gravel Carbon Converts Three Ways Without Tools
Touratech has unveiled the Aventuro Gravel Carbon helmet. Its X-Pro carbon shell contains more than 60% carbon fiber, and a size L weighs 3.3lb with the peak and shield fitted. It converts without tools between adventure, road and off-road configurations and carries ECE 22.06 and DOT certification. European pricing is €749; US price and timing are unannounced.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/29/2026
MotoGP Considers Austin Demonstration During Formula 1 US GP
MotoGP’s commercial arm is discussing a demonstration at COTA during the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix in late October. With the weekend clashing with the Australian GP, former riders and operational show bikes are being considered instead of current racers. Logistics costs remain unresolved and the plan is not yet confirmed.
Motorsport.com MotoGP · 7/29/2026
Five MotoAmerica Classes Reach Mid-Ohio With Tight Title Battles
Five MotoAmerica support classes will race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Supersport leader Darryn Binder is nine points ahead of Josh Herrin, while King Of The Baggers leader Hayden Gillim holds a 13-point advantage over Troy Herfoss. The top three in Super Hooligan are separated by only six points.
Roadracing World · 7/29/2026
First-Time Builder Transforms BMW K1100 with S1000RR Front End
Nashville home builder Adam Vanhooser spent 15 months transforming a 1997 BMW K1100 into his first custom motorcycle. The 1,092cc engine was resealed and fitted with pod filters and a 4-into-1 exhaust, while a BMW S1000RR front end brought inverted forks and Brembo brakes. A CNC subframe, revised rear suspension, K1200RS wheels and Motogadget electronics complete the garage-built café racer.
Bike EXIF · 7/29/2026