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Ducati's First-Ever Enduro, the Desmo450 EDS, Undercuts Yamaha and Rivals at $17,725 AUD in Australia
An Australian outlet reports pricing for Ducati's first enduro model in its 100-year history, the Desmo450 EDS, at $17,725 AUD ride-away — undercutting rival 450cc enduros from Beta, GASGAS, Yamaha, Triumph, KTM, Husqvarna, and Sherco. It comes standard with two ride modes, traction control, a quickshifter, and launch control, with Australian dealer availability set for late 2027.
Transmoto · 8/7/2026
Revisiting Yamaha's CP2 Engine: How a 270-Degree Crank Became the 'Sweet Spot'
An Australian outlet profiled Yamaha's CP2 engine, a 689cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin with a 270-degree crankshaft producing roughly 73-74 hp and 68 Nm. First introduced in the 2014 FZ-07/MT-07, it now powers the MT-07, XSR700, Tracer 7, Ténéré 700, and YZF-R7. The piece argues its V-twin-like pulse combined with real-world usability makes it an engineering sweet spot rather than a headline-grabbing spec.
Motofomo · 8/7/2026
Triumph Unveils New Moto2 Engine for 2027, Up to 6% More Power
Triumph has revealed an all-new Moto2 race engine for the 2027 season, its biggest powerplant reset since replacing Honda as the class's engine supplier in 2019. The new unit delivers roughly 6% more peak power while shedding 2kg, with a capacity change that forces chassis makers to design new bikes.
MCNews · 8/6/2026
Australian Editor's Open Letter Warns 'Save Our Tracks' From Urban Development
Shane Downey, editor of Old Bike Australasia, has published an open letter warning that racing venues across Australia are disappearing to urban development. The magazine has pledged to co-host every track and club event across Australia and New Zealand, encouraging clubs to collaborate on promotion rather than operate in isolation.
Old Bike Australasia · 8/6/2026
O'Neal Launches New MX27 Motocross Gear Range at MCAS
Off-road gear brand O'Neal has launched its new MX27 collection through MCAS stores and online in Australia. The Element jersey comes in three colorways at $44.95 AUD each, with matching pants at $139.95 AUD. Helmets, boots and protective gear round out the range, offered in both adult and youth sizes.
MCNews · 8/6/2026
CFMOTO 750SR-S Hits the Track, Takes Aim at the 3/4-Liter Class Under $13K
Australia's BikeReview put the new CFMOTO 750SR-S through its paces at Sydney Motorsport Park. The 749cc inline-four makes a claimed 110hp at 213kg, with Brembo brakes and a single-sided swingarm. The tester reached 210km/h on track, and the bike rides away for under AU$13,000.
BikeReview · 8/4/2026
Australia's Tayla Relph Keeps Racing WorldWCR Despite Crohn's Disease
Australian rider Tayla Relph, 29, continues competing in the women-only WorldWCR championship. After a 2019 flare-up of Crohn's disease forced surgery and a career pause, she has returned to racing while maintaining remission. Her husband Ted Collins serves as her crew chief.
SPEEDWEEK.com · 8/4/2026
Larwood Claims ProMX MX2 Title, Lettenbichler Ties Romaniacs Win Record
Alex Larwood won the Australian ProMX MX2 championship in a tight 337-330 finish despite crashing in the opening moto at the season finale. At the Red Bull Romaniacs hard enduro, Manuel Lettenbichler claimed his seventh Gold-class victory to match Graham Jarvis's record, while Brady Kurtz moved into the Speedway GP points lead after the Lodz, Poland round.
MCNews · 8/3/2026
Lachlan Turner Claims Australian MXW Title With Perfect 8-0 Season
American rider Lachlan Turner went undefeated 8-0 in motos to win the MXW class of Australia's four-round 2026 Penrite ProMX Championship, held at Queensland Moto Park on August 1-2, earning her first international title. She finished with a maximum 200 points, ahead of Taylah McCutcheon (156) and defending champion Charli Cannon (154), becoming the first American to win an Australian motocross championship since PJ Larsen in 2010.
ProMotocross.com · 8/3/2026
Kelly Extends MotoAmerica Lead at Mid-Ohio as Binder Takes a Double
Sean Dylan Kelly and Mathew Scholtz split the MotoAmerica Superbike wins at Mid-Ohio. Kelly won Saturday and placed second in Sunday's twice-red-flagged race, extending his championship lead from 11 to 24 points. Darryn Binder won both Supersport races.
MCNews · 8/3/2026
Herlings and McLellan sweep every session at Lommel
Jeffrey Herlings won qualifying and both motos at the 2026 MXGP of Flanders in Lommel, taking his fifth Grand Prix there and the 120th GP victory of his career. Camden McLellan also completed a 1-1-1 weekend in MX2, while Guillem Farres extended his championship lead with second overall.
MCNews · 8/2/2026
Ryde Takes Sunday Double at Oulton Park as Bayliss Extends Win Streak
Kyle Ryde won both Sunday British Superbike races at Oulton Park and extended his championship lead over Scott Redding to 30 points. In British Supersport, Oli Bayliss took pole and both race wins, stretching his winning run to five.
MCNews · 8/2/2026
Norton's New Manx R Signature Tested: A 206hp V4
BikeReview has ridden Norton's new Manx R Signature at Monteblanco in Spain. The 206hp V4 superbike was tested in wet and dry conditions, and the publication reports a model that combines road-focused ergonomics with serious sporting intent.
BikeReview · 8/2/2026
Lettenbichler Matches Jarvis With Seventh Romaniacs Win
At Red Bull Romaniacs 2026, Manuel Lettenbichler completed the Prologue and four off-road days in 22:14:41 to take his seventh Gold-class victory. He matched Graham Jarvis's record and beat Teodor Kabakchiev by 1:03:27.
MCNews · 8/2/2026
FIVE GT1 EVO GTX Combines GORE-TEX, Primaloft and D3O
FIVE's GT1 EVO GTX grand-touring glove has been introduced in Australia. It combines a GORE-TEX Grip membrane, 80 g Primaloft insulation and D3O protection with CE KP1 certification. Offered in black from S to 3XL, it is priced locally at A$349.95.
MCNews · 7/31/2026
BMW Motorrad Lifts First-Half EBIT 8.5% Despite Lower Sales
BMW Motorrad delivered 102,847 motorcycles in the first half of 2026, down 2.9%, while revenue fell 3.3% to €1.708 billion. EBIT nevertheless rose 8.5% to €230 million, lifting the segment's margin from 12.0% to 13.5%.
MCNews · 7/30/2026
Australian Z1100 Test Finds 1,099cc Four Stronger in the Midrange and Easier Every Day
Australia's BikeReview has road-tested the 2026 Kawasaki Z1100. Its 1,099cc inline-four makes 100kW at 9,000rpm and 113Nm at 7,600rpm with a stronger low-to-midrange focus, while the reviewer praised handling that disguises its 221kg wet weight. Criticisms included wrist and knee discomfort on longer rides and reluctance to tip in on the 190/50 rear tire.
BikeReview · 7/30/2026
350-Page Memoir Chronicles 1953 Isle of Man TT Rider Neville Wooderson
Riding Through Life, a new memoir of New Zealand racer Neville Wooderson, has been published. Across 350 pages and nearly 300 photographs, it records his 1953 Isle of Man TT entry on a BSA Gold Star and his work building Nepal's Khunde Hospital in 1966. The book costs NZ$55.
BRM New Zealand · 7/30/2026
Four ProMX Titles to Be Decided at Queensland Moto Park on August 1-2
The 2026 Penrite ProMX Championship concludes at Queensland Moto Park on August 1-2. Jed Beaton has already secured his first MX1 crown, but the MX2, MX3, MXW, and MX65 Futures titles remain open. MX2 leader Alex Larwood enters the finale with a 26-point advantage over Kayd Kingsford.
Transmoto · 7/30/2026
Francis Beart’s Final 350cc Manx Norton Revisited in Meticulous Detail
BikeReview has revisited the final 350cc Manx Norton prepared by legendary tuner Francis Beart, rebuilt in 1974. Its obsessive weight and friction reduction included hollowed fasteners, inverted rear shocks and wheel bearings replaced after every race. The machine later sold for $75,900 at a 2015 auction.
BikeReview · 7/29/2026
Suzuki DR-Z4SM Tested: 154kg Supermoto Gains Modern Electronics
Australia’s Road Rider tested the Suzuki DR-Z4SM. Its 398cc single makes 28kW and 38Nm in a 154kg package, adding ride-by-wire, three ride modes, selectable traction control and switchable rear ABS while retaining a five-speed gearbox and 890mm seat; the ride-away price is A$14,290.
Road Rider Magazine · 7/29/2026
Cole Davies Sweeps Washougal 1-1, Cuts 250MX Deficit to Seven Points
New Zealand's Cole Davies took both 250 motos at Washougal for his third overall win of the AMA Pro Motocross season. After setting the fastest qualifying time, the Yamaha rider led every lap of moto one and won moto two. Championship leader Levi Kitchen finished 6-6, allowing Davies to reduce a 25-point deficit to seven with three rounds remaining.
BRM New Zealand · 7/28/2026
QJMOTOR Enters Australia with Nine Models and a Three-Year Unlimited-Kilometre Warranty
Chinese manufacturer QJMOTOR is formally entering the Australian market with a three-year, unlimited-kilometre factory warranty and a dedicated national genuine-parts network with live inventory tracking, backed by a newly appointed aftersales manager. The nine-model launch spans sportsbikes, roadsters, cruisers and adventure bikes — including the fully-faired SRK800RR and the learner-approved SRV600V2 cruiser — with an official October 2026 launch.
MCNews · 7/28/2026
Dunker Doubles Up with Maryborough TT Victory in Australian Flat Track
Cameron Dunker won round two of the 2026 Yamaha Aussie Flat Track Nationals at Maryborough's Action Park, extending his championship points lead over rival Max Whale after a close battle. The event also featured a strong Pro Women performance from Grace Hudson and a maiden Pro450 win for rising star Riley Nauta.
Dirt Action · 7/28/2026
MXGP of Australia Confirms 2026 Wildcard Riders for Darwin
A mix of Australian and international riders have been confirmed as wildcard entries for the MXGP of Australia presented by Sitzler, taking place in Darwin from September 18-20, as the world's top motocross competitors head to Australia.
Superbike News · 7/28/2026
Honda Confirms CB1000GT Sport-Tourer for Australia, Arriving Late 2026
Honda has confirmed the CB1000GT sport-tourer for the Australian market, arriving late 2026 in Grand Prix Red. It uses a 1000cc inline-four derived from the CBR1000RR Fireblade, retuned for smoother delivery at 110kW and 102Nm, and comes standard with electronically adjustable suspension, detachable panniers, heated grips, handguards, a centrestand, a five-position windscreen, and a five-inch TFT display with Honda RoadSync. Wet weight excluding panniers is 229kg; pricing is still to be announced.
Road Rider Magazine · 7/27/2026
Cameron Dunker Sweeps Pro 450 Doubleheader as Aussie Flat Track Nationals Opens in Maryborough
The 2026 Yamaha Aussie Flat Track Nationals opened at Maryborough, where Cameron Dunker won Rounds 1 and 2. Riding a YZ450F, he reached the podium in eight of nine races and scored 403 points, 18 ahead of KTM's Max Whale. Cooper Archibald also delivered the Ducati Desmo450MX's first series victories.
MCNews.com.au · 7/27/2026
Honda Confirms 2026 CB1000GT Sports Tourer for Australia
Honda has confirmed its new CB1000GT sports tourer will arrive in Australia in late 2026. Built on the CB1000 Hornet, it uses a Fireblade-derived inline-four making 110.1kW (148hp), with electronic suspension, a 21-litre tank and detachable panniers for long-distance touring.
MCNews · 7/27/2026
Jed Beaton Reclaims the MX1 Crown After Ten Years as Yamaha Enjoys a Commanding Day in ProMX
Jed Beaton is once again Australia's motocross champion. Riding for Monster Energy CDR Yamaha, he sealed the 2026 Penrite ProMX MX1 title at Green Park, Conondale, with one round still to run. Team-mate Aaron Tanti also took his first round overall win since 2023, capping an almost perfect day for Yamaha.
Dirt Action · 7/27/2026
Down Under Sweeps America: Australia's Hunter Lawrence Doubles Up for the Overall, New Zealand's Cole Davies Goes 1-1
The southern hemisphere came alive at round 25 of AMA Pro Motocross at Washougal on the Pacific coast. Australia's Hunter Lawrence (Honda HRC) took his fifth win of the season to extend his 450SMX lead. New Zealand's Cole Davies (Monster Energy Yamaha) turned around a disastrous previous round with a perfect 1-1 in 250SMX, putting himself back in the title fight.
BikesportNZ · 7/27/2026
Two-Time MXGP Champion Romain Febvre Signs Two-Year Deal with Ducati's Factory Team
Romain Febvre, 34, has signed a two-year contract (2027-2028) with the Red Bull Ducati Factory MXGP team. The Frenchman is a two-time MXGP world champion (2015, 2025) with 26 Grand Prix wins, 97 podiums, and four Motocross of Nations victories, making the move a significant statement for Ducati, still a relative newcomer to the premier motocross class.
Transmoto · 7/27/2026
Rider Handed 180-Day License Suspension in Canberra, Australia, Over Speeding Crackdown
ACT Police in Canberra, Australia's capital, announced that a rider has received a 180-day license suspension. The action, part of a crackdown targeting dangerous driving such as speeding, is reported as an example of authorities' tough stance on reckless motorcycle riding.
ACT Policing · 7/24/2026
World Supercross Championship to Crown 2026 Champions at First-Ever New Zealand Round in Christchurch
The FIM World Supercross Championship will hold its 2026 season finale on December 5 at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch — the series' first-ever event in New Zealand, where the season's titles will be decided. The Christchurch round closes out a five-event 2026 calendar that also included Canada, Great Britain, Argentina, and Australia.
Motorcycling New Zealand · 7/24/2026
MotoGP Heads to Adelaide, Bringing Motorcycle Culture and Pilgrims to the 'City of Churches'
Australia's ABC reports that MotoGP's arrival in Adelaide — known as the 'City of Churches' — is set to energize the region's motorcycle culture. With the world's premier racing series coming to town, fans' 'pilgrimage' is expected to boost the local economy and rider culture alike.
ABC News (Australia) · 7/24/2026
KTM Australia's 2027 Adventure Rally Marks Its 10th Edition, Now Including Accommodation
KTM Australia's Adventure Rally reaches its 10th edition in 2027. The five-day riding event tours southwestern Victoria, and for the first time accommodation is included in the entry fee, lowering the barrier to entry and broadening the adventure experience.
Transmoto · 7/23/2026
Beaton Poised to Clinch the MX1 Title Early at Conondale
As Australia's ProMX motocross championship returns to Conondale on the Sunshine Coast, Jed Beaton is in position to secure the MX1 title with a round to spare. Attention now turns to whether he'll cap off a dominant season by taking the crown on home Australian soil.
Transmoto · 7/23/2026
KTM Reveals Victoria Route for 2027 Australia Adventure Rallye
KTM Australia has revealed the route for its 10th Australia Adventure Rallye: VIC Ranges, running 14-19 March 2027. The five-day, roughly 1,500km course starts and ends in Ballarat, tracing the Goldfields, Grampians and Great Ocean Road, with entry capped at 130 registered KTM adventure bikes.
MCNews · 7/23/2026
Honda Australia Unveils 2026 Africa Twin—Refreshed Across Four Variants
Honda Australia has announced the 2026 CRF1100L Africa Twin range. The refreshed styling and new colors span four variants, starting at AU$22,999. The legendary adventure nameplate gets a new look as a companion for Australia's vast landscapes.
Dirt Action · 7/22/2026
Deus Ex Machina Rebuilds a Client's Custom Kawasaki, 8 Years After He Regretted Selling It
At Deus Ex Machina's House of Simple Pleasures workshop in Sydney, Head of Workshop Jeremy Tagand rebuilt a custom Kawasaki, nicknamed 'Monkey,' for a longtime client who returned eight years after selling his original Deus-built bike, saying he regretted parting with it. The new build blends vintage styling with contemporary engineering while carrying the DNA of the original.
Deus Ex Machina Motorcycles · 7/22/2026
Australia's Yamaha Aussie Flat Track Nationals Kicks Off This Weekend in Maryborough
The 2026 Yamaha Aussie Flat Track Nationals opens this weekend (July 25-26) with a doubleheader season opener at Action Park in Maryborough. Australia's flat track scene heads into a new season.
Dirt Action · 7/22/2026