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Kawasaki Brings 2027 Ninja ZX-6R to North America With New Galaxy Silver Colorway
Kawasaki is rolling out the 2027 Ninja ZX-6R for the North American market with a refreshed color lineup, adding Galaxy Silver (non-ABS only) and Metallic Matte Twilight Blue. Pricing starts at $11,599 without ABS and $12,599 with ABS, arriving in dealerships starting summer 2026.
Webike · 8/7/2026
Benelli's Tornado 550 Middleweight Sportbike Arrives at US Dealers
Italian marque Benelli has launched the Tornado 550 middleweight sportbike in the United States. The 554cc parallel-twin makes 61hp and pairs a full Brembo brake system with Marzocchi suspension, all for $5,999. Keeway America is handling sales through its authorized dealer network.
Powersports Business · 8/6/2026
Two Women's Cross-Country Rides Converge at Sturgis' 'Pearl's Jam' Celebration
Two women-led cross-country motorcycle rides will converge August 10 at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame's 'Pearl's Jam' event. The 13,000-plus-mile Women Riders World Relay traces a GPS route spelling out its own name, while Shantell Williams' Florida-to-South-Dakota 'Sisterhood Ride' honors pioneering rider Bessie Stringfield ahead of her Hall of Fame induction.
Powersports Business · 8/6/2026
KYMCO USA Sponsors Amerivespa 2026, Raffling Off a Like 150i Scooter
KYMCO USA is sponsoring Amerivespa 2026, the scooter rally running September 3-6 in Chicago, donating a Like 150i ABS scooter as the event's grand raffle prize and serving as presenting sponsor of Friday night's concert. 'Amerivespa is all about bringing riders together, and that's something we're proud to support,' said Joe Wofford, KYMCO USA's senior vice president.
Powersports Business · 8/6/2026
Buell's 'The Goat' Hill Climber Concept Could Become a Production Adventure Bike
Buell's hill-climbing concept, dubbed 'The Goat,' could be heading toward production as an adventure motorcycle. Built on the Super Cruiser platform, it features long-travel WP suspension, a stripped-down chassis, knobby off-road tires, and an aggressive two-way exhaust. CEO Bill Melvin said discussions to adapt the platform into an adventure bike have already taken place with the project team, though nothing is confirmed.
Visordown · 8/6/2026
American Road #3: Harley Stopped Adding — Why the Deadwood Costs $2,000 Less
Debuting on the opening day of Sturgis, the new Deadwood strips gear from the Heritage Classic to land $2,000 cheaper at $17,999. Reading what it means that Harley has turned from adding to removing.
MotoBook編集部 · 8/6/2026
Stark Future Stays Profitable by Sticking to Electric Dirt Bikes
EV off-road maker Stark Future posted H1 2026 revenue of €86.0 million, up 46% year-on-year, with EBITDA turning positive at €5.3 million. The company delivered 8,124 motorcycles, up 45%, by staying focused on roughly 60-mile-range electric dirt bikes rather than road-going EVs.
RideApart · 8/6/2026
Janus Switches Halcyon 450 Engine Supplier From China to Taiwan
Indiana-based Janus Motorcycles has switched engine suppliers for its Halcyon 450 from a Chinese maker to Taiwan's Hartford, marking Hartford's first entry into the US motorcycle market. No performance changes are involved; the move targets supply-chain stability and reliability, with the bike still hand-assembled in Goshen, Indiana.
RideApart · 8/6/2026
Suzuki's GSX-8R Proves a Sport Bike Doesn't Have to Punish You Daily
TopSpeed spotlighted Suzuki's GSX-8R middleweight sport bike, built around a 776cc parallel-twin with a 270-degree crank and cross balancer for strong low-end pull. The review credits that setup with keeping the bike livable for daily riding while still making 83.1 horsepower, priced from $9,699.
TopSpeed · 8/5/2026
Arctic Cat Adds Alterra 110 ATV and Prowler 500 Side-by-Side for 2027
Arctic Cat has unveiled its 2027 ATV and side-by-side lineup. The new Alterra 110 is a 112cc single-cylinder youth ATV making 8.5 hp, priced at $3,399. The new Prowler 500 side-by-side runs a 443cc four-wheel-drive engine, priced from $10,799, with an $11,999 limited edition.
Powersports Business · 8/5/2026
Yamaha's 2027 XSR900 GP Confirmed for the US, Estimated at $12,300
Yamaha's new XSR900 GP has been confirmed for US availability as a 2027 model through CARB type-approval filings. It packs the 890cc inline-triple making 117 horsepower and 68.5 lb-ft, wrapped in a Legend Yellow livery inspired by Yamaha's 1980s-90s racing colors. Pricing is estimated around $12,300, roughly a 16% premium over the standard XSR900.
TopSpeed · 8/5/2026
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
Sena Unveils Its First ADV Smart Helmet, the Outlander, with Mesh 3.0
Sena has introduced the Outlander, its first adventure-focused smart helmet, priced at $599 and weighing about 3.8 pounds in medium. It packs Mesh Intercom 3.0 with a claimed 1.2-mile range in open terrain, cellular-based Wave Intercom, Harman Kardon-tuned speakers and AI noise-canceling microphones, and meets both DOT and European ECE R22.06 standards.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 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
Culture Expedition Vol. 3: The Shows Are Named After People — The 13 Little Kingdoms of Sturgis
The 13 custom shows at the 86th Sturgis rally each carry the name of the builder who runs it. On the aesthetics of a place that needs no manufacturer's blessing — the exact opposite of brand-sanctioned rebellion.
MotoBook編集部 · 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