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Norton Reveals 2026 Atlas Adventure Bike

Norton has entered the middleweight adventure market with the 2026 Atlas, a 585cc twin aimed at riders who want touring equipment without moving into the biggest ADV class. The world launch took place in Iceland, where Australian Motorcycle News tested the new bike on paved roads and rougher tracks.

The parallel-twin engine produces a claimed 69 horsepower at 9,300 rpm and 42 pound-feet of torque at 7,300 rpm. A 270-degree crank gives the Atlas its character, while the 188-kilogram quoted wet weight, without fuel, keeps it close to several established middleweight rivals.

What Bultaco’s Rally GT 300 Means for Small ADVs

Bultaco is returning to petrol power with the Rally GT 300, a small adventure motorcycle developed with fellow Spanish company Leonart. Motorcycle News reports that the bike is now available to reserve in Europe for €3,999, while UK pricing and availability remain unconfirmed.

The name carries history, but the mechanical package is thoroughly modern and shared with the Leonart Rally 300. That puts a liquid-cooled 292cc single, Bosch fuel injection, a six-speed gearbox, and claimed outputs of 28 horsepower and 25 Nm of torque under the Bultaco bodywork.

Droog Moto’s UNIT-1 Reworks the Onyx RCR as an E-Moto

Droog Moto has unveiled the UNIT-1, a one-off electric motorcycle built from the Onyx RCR platform. The collaboration leaves little of the original machine untouched, turning Onyx’s compact electric bike into a much more aggressive [custom motorcycle build](https://windburnedeyes.com/custom-1976-bultaco-340-tss-by-jets-forever/).

The reveal appeared on August 30, 2026, with Droog handling the redesign and Onyx supplying the RCR foundation. It is the first electric motorcycle project from the custom builder, which has previously focused on combustion-powered motorcycles.

ZXMoto’s 820X ADV Packs a 117-HP Triple

ZXMoto has revealed the production 820X ADV, a three-cylinder adventure motorcycle that trades the stacked headlights of last year’s EICMA concept for a wider fairing and side-by-side lamps. The Chinese brand is still building its European footprint, but this machine also appears aimed at riders who want a large adventure bike without the usual price tag.

Type-approval details reported by Visordown point to an 818cc inline-three producing about 117 horsepower, along with electronic suspension, adaptive cruise control, an E-clutch, and front and rear cameras. The report places the Chinese price near €6,100, although taxes, shipping, and local equipment would change the final figure.

What Moto Guzzi’s New Factory Means for Riders

Moto Guzzi will open its redeveloped factory and new museum in Mandello del Lario, Italy, during GMG Moto Guzzi World Days 2026. The event runs from September 3 through 6 and also marks the company’s 105th anniversary.

The site remains in the same location where Moto Guzzi has built motorcycles continuously since 1921. This new facility expands the historic footprint with updated production areas, visitor spaces, a Motoplex Store, a café, and rooms for workshops and events.

Harley-Davidson Recalls 88,039 Motorcycles Over Oil Risk

Harley-Davidson is recalling 88,039 motorcycles in the United States because a blocked breather port can allow crankcase pressure to build. The problem can send hot engine oil out of the filler neck when a rider removes the dipstick.

The recall affects motorcycles built with an airbox backplate that may have an obstructed breather passage. Harley-Davidson says the condition creates a burn hazard for anyone checking the oil while pressure remains in the crankcase.

REZ Industries Turns 2024 Honda Monkey 125 into a Chopper

REZ Industries has turned a 2024 Honda Monkey 125 into the GeeGee Chop, a small-format chopper built in Taiwan for a customer who planned to ride it. The project keeps the Monkey’s original frame and rear twin-shock suspension instead of converting the bike into a hardtail.

That decision leaves the donor bike recognizable beneath the taller front end, ape-hanger bars, and bright flame paint. The result follows the proportions of a traditional chopper while retaining the compact Honda platform, much like other custom vintage motorcycle builds.

What GoPro’s Helmet Patent Means for Rider Safety

GoPro has filed patents outlining a motorcycle helmet that combines an integrated camera, rider-facing microphones, and a rear-facing audio system designed to monitor traffic around the wearer. The documents offer an early look at how the action-camera company could extend its Forcite helmet work.

The proposed helmet places a camera in the chin bar behind a flush cover. A set of upward-facing LEDs would project colored signals onto the visor, with different patterns intended to communicate information such as navigation directions.

Aldeguer’s VR46 Ducati Deal Covers MotoGP’s 2027 Shift

Fermín Aldeguer will join the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons, according to an announcement published by MotoGP.com on August 26. The move also makes the Spanish rider an official Ducati Corse rider with a factory Ducati Desmosedici GP.

The deal arrives as MotoGP prepares to introduce a new technical era in 2027. Aldeguer will leave BK8 Gresini Racing after establishing himself as one of the class’s younger names to watch.

The Best Motorcycle Riding Jeans Under $150

Standard denim shredded on asphalt during crash testing. Protective riding jeans prevent severe abrasion injuries by weaving high-strength aramid or synthetic fibers directly into the cotton or adding protective internal lining panels.

Budget-focused gear manufacturers now offer CE-rated motorcycle jeans under $150 that include impact armor pockets, reinforced stitching, and proven slide protection. Here are the top options currently available under $150, along with a breakdown of what to look for when shopping on a budget.