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Does the New Honda Gold Wing Prove Automatic Transmissions are King?

The Honda Gold Wing has been a staple in the motorcycle world for over 50 years, known for its comfort and innovative features.

In the video below, the fine gents at FortNine up in Canada take a look at the new Honda Gold Wing, focusing on its automatic transmission and how it fits into the bike’s long history of advancements. Here’s the video and some thoughts about the topic.

Check Out the 2026 BMW R 12 G/S

BMW’s latest spin on an old legend, the 2026 BMW R 12 G/S, is a love letter to the iconic R 80 G/S—the bike that practically birthed adventure touring.

Gone is the “Urban” pretense of the R nineT variant, and in its place is a machine that means business, with a 21-inch front wheel, longer suspension travel, and off-road-ready ergonomics.

Triumph Motorcycles: A Quick Look at Its Unique History

Triumph Motorcycles has a rich history that dates back to the late 19th century. From its humble beginnings making bicycles in Coventry to becoming a global icon in the motorcycle world, Triumph has seen it all.

This article explores the unique journey of Triumph Motorcycles, highlighting key moments that shaped the brand and its impact on motorcycle culture.

Yamaha Unveils New Y’s Gear Upgrades for 2025 XSR900

Yamaha’s XSR900 is the kind of machine that turns heads and twists throttles—a modern performance monster wrapped in a skin of cool. But Yamaha knows their riders aren’t the kind to leave well enough alone.

Enter Y’s Gear, the Yamaha factory’s own in-house custom shop, answering the call of those who want their bike to look as fast as it rides.

Check Out the 2026 Triumph TF 450-E and TF 250-E

Triumph is charging into the enduro scene with the 2026 TF 450-E and TF 250-E, two dirt-slinging machines built to race and ready to rip.

Developed with input from off-road motorcycling legends Iván Cervantes and Paul Edmondson, these bikes aren’t just for show—they’re primed for the trenches of EnduroGP competition.

Yamaha Returns to Suzuka 8 Hours With Retro Livery and Championship Ambitions

Yamaha is back, baby. After a five-year absence from the Suzuka 8 Hours, the bLU cRU is rolling into Japan’s most grueling endurance race like they never left. And they’re doing it in style.

To celebrate 70 years of speed, Yamaha’s factory squad is bringing out the big guns—a race-prepped YZF-R1 dressed in a livery that’ll make old-school fans misty-eyed.

The Bimota KB4RC Cafe Racer Will Go On Sale March 25

The Bimota KB4RC is proof the company never does anything boring—part cafe racer art, part engineering flex, and entirely lust-worthy.

The Bimota machine is a cocktail of Italian craftsmanship and Japanese muscle, blending a hand-assembled chassis with Kawasaki’s snarling 1,043cc inline-four. That’s 140 horses wrapped in a lightweight frame, tuned not just for speed but for sheer riding pleasure.

In-Depth Review: BYKR Mesh Motorcycle Jacket

For the last several weeks, I’ve been wearing my new BYKR Mesh Motorcycle Jacket. With the weather warming up in my neck of the woods. This jacket is getting more applicable.

I wanted to test out how well this jacket would perform on the road. BYKR’s jacket is super affordable, and having a ton of other jackets more than three times the price, I was curious how this one would stack up.

The Auction of Energica: The Whole Company Is For Sale For Cheap

The electric motorcycle business ain’t for the faint of heart. Ask Energica. Once a promising name in the EV world, now another tombstone in the growing graveyard of electric bike companies. Lack of funding, dwindling sales, or just bad business—take your pick, but the result is the same. Now the auction of Energica is happening.

Energica threw in the towel last October, unable to pay off its creditors or secure a financial lifeline. Now, the whole operation is up for grabs, set to be auctioned off to the highest bidder.

Ola Electric Charges Ahead: Market Expansion, Motorcycles, and Coming Profitability

Ola Electric is gearing up for a significant leap in its growth trajectory, with the much-anticipated launch of its motorcycles set for late March or early April.

With an eye on expanding its product range and market reach, the company is poised for robust market share growth, currently holding a 28% share as of February. According to Ola Electric’s CFO Harish Abichandani, improving distribution networks will be key to continued success, driving further market share gains.