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MV Agusta opens Tokyo showcase with limited-run LXP Orioli adventure bike
Italian brand MV Agusta opened its "Motorcycle Art Gallery" exhibition on August 7 at Gateway Studio in Tokyo's Takanawa Gateway City. The event displays six models, including the world-limited 500-unit "LXP ORIOLI," and offers free demo rides on August 8-9. New importer Koshida Tech is launching full operations in the Japanese market.
BikeJIN WEB (培倶人) · 8/7/2026
The Ducati Multistrada V4 RS Proves Speed and Comfort Aren't Opposites
Ducati's flagship adventure bike, the Multistrada V4 RS, pairs a 1,103cc, 180hp Desmosedici Stradale V4 with a rider-friendly chassis. An adjustable 33.1-33.9in seat height and roughly 496lb dry weight keep long days comfortable, and it starts at $39,995 in the US.
TopSpeed · 8/6/2026
OGK Kabuto's Limited Carbon Adventure Helmet GEOSYS-R Lands in September
OGK Kabuto will launch a limited-run carbon adventure helmet, the GEOSYS-R, this September. Its A.C.T.-2+C carbon shell construction balances light weight and strength, paired with a 5-stage adjustable visor and a one-touch top vent. It's priced at 93,500 yen (tax included), spans sizes XS-XL, and meets Japan's JIS safety standard.
ForR · 8/6/2026
Honda's Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES Chases Gold Wing Comfort Over Dirt Chops
Honda's Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES leans into on-road comfort and touring features rather than raw off-road capability. Its 1,084cc parallel-twin makes 110.5hp, paired with Showa electronic suspension and a 6.5-inch TFT, starting at $17,799 - add $800 for the DCT automatic.
TopSpeed · 8/6/2026
BMW's R1300R Boxer Twin Makes 145HP With ShiftCam Variable Valve Timing
Japanese outlet webオートバイ profiled the BMW R1300R in its imported-bike guide. The 1,300cc air/water-cooled boxer twin uses BMW's ShiftCam variable valve timing to produce 145hp, with a curb weight of 244kg. It comes in three trims: the base R1300R from 2,119,000 yen, the Touring version from 2,448,000 yen, and the Touring ASA from 2,571,000 yen.
オートバイ · 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
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
Royal Enfield's Himalayan 750 Spied Ahead of Likely EICMA 2026 Debut
Royal Enfield's new Himalayan 750 has been spotted undergoing final development testing on English roads, pointing toward a world debut at EICMA 2026 in November. The test unit features a 750cc parallel-twin with a 270-degree crank evolved from the 650cc platform, paired with road-oriented 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels, SHOWA suspension, and BYBRE brakes.
De Motos Colombia · 8/6/2026
Why Honda's Gold Wing Feels Lighter Than Its 800-Pound Weight Suggests
Honda's Gold Wing touring bike, weighing around 800 pounds (360kg), is being praised as surprisingly manageable. A flat-six engine and double-wishbone front suspension keep the center of gravity low, while a 29.3-inch seat height and walking mode ease low-speed handling.
TopSpeed · 8/6/2026
Kumamoto Earthquake Forces Postponement of BIKE LOVE FORUM
The Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake has forced the postponement of the 14th BIKE LOVE FORUM, which had been set for September 11 in Kumamoto's Ozu area. The related Kinasse! Kumamoto Touring Campaign (August 1-November 30) and a commemorative stage event on September 12 are also called off, with organizers targeting 2027 or later once recovery in the affected area allows it.
Webike · 8/6/2026
2rinkan and Naps Reveal June 2026 Best-Selling Motorcycle Boots Rankings
MotoMegane has published a June 2026 sales-based ranking of popular riding shoes and boots from Japan's two major motorcycle gear chains. 2rinkan's top pick was the Henly Begins DS-504, while Naps' was WILDWING's thick-sole Swallow boot. RS TAICHI landed four models on 2rinkan's list, with waterproof and BOA-fit function-focused models dominating the upper ranks.
モトメガネ · 8/6/2026
Benelli's TRK 902 Splits Into Street-Focused Stradale and Off-Road Xplorer
Benelli's new middleweight adventure bike, the TRK 902, was tested in Italy's Dolomites. Both versions share a 904cc parallel-twin making 93.2 hp and 90 N·m. The street-oriented Stradale runs 17-inch wheels and costs €9,999, while the more off-road-capable Xplorer adds a 19-inch front wheel and centerstand for €10,699. Both come loaded with cornering ABS and a 7-inch TFT display.
Motor.nl · 8/6/2026
Honda Updates the XRE Sahara 300 Adventure Bike for 2027
Honda has refreshed its Brazil-market XRE Sahara 300 adventure bike for the 2027 model year. The 293.5cc single-cylinder engine now makes 24.4hp on gasoline or 24.8hp on ethanol, and the update adds HSTC traction control plus the HISS anti-theft ignition system. Prices range from 31,855 to 33,665 Brazilian reais depending on trim.
RiderTua · 8/6/2026