Wade Thiel

What Motorcycles Are Best for Winter?

Winter motorcycling is not for the faint of heart. The cold air cuts sharper, and the road’s unpredictability becomes even more pronounced. But for those who see a motorcycle not just as a machine but as an essential part of their daily routine or weekend adventure, winter doesn’t mean hanging up the helmet.

Check Out the 2025 Beta 450 RC Off-Road Racer

The Beta 450 RC is the company’s latest addition to the 2025 lineup. The dirt bike is designed to answer the call of riders seeking a do-it-all off-road machine. Building on the success of the 450 RX motocrosser, this beast offers a platform proven for its durability and performance but steps up with features to make it a true off-road race weapon.

Honda’s New CB300F Flex-Fuel Motorcycle

As motorcycle makers grapple with emissions and the quest for a smaller carbon footprint, some eye-catching tech is making its way from four wheels to two. Enter Honda’s CB300F Flex-Fuel—a 300cc streetfighter with a green agenda, aligning with India’s push for sustainability.

What Motorcycle Is in ‘One Week’?

In the 2008 film One Week, a Canadian indie gem, the motorcycle of choice is not just a machine; it’s a symbol, a companion, and an essential part of the journey. The bike in question? A 1973 Norton Commando 850, a British classic that carries the film’s protagonist, Ben Tyler (played by Joshua Jackson), across the sweeping and sometimes desolate landscapes of Canada. It’s not just a prop. It’s a co-star.

The Victory Vision: A Look Back at the Brand’s Most Interesting Motorcycle

Riding the Victory Vision was like straddling a piece of American road poetry. There was something about this machine that captured not just the spirit of a motorcycle, but the spirit of the open road itself.

Born from Victory Motorcycles (owned by Polaris), a brand that dared to take on the giants of American cruising, the Vision stood as their flagship tourer—an engineering marvel that balanced bold, futuristic design with robust V-twin performance. It was special and deserves to be remembered.

Check Out the 2025 KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO

The KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO is the top model in the KTM Super Adventure lineup, introducing new technological and mechanical advancements to the adventure motorcycling world. This is KTM’s sharp end of the technological stick, and they know it.

2024 Q3 Financial Report Reveals Harley’s Sales Dropped, Again

Harley-Davidson recently released its Q3 2024 financial report, revealing a decline in motorcycle shipments and sales compared to the previous year. In Q3 of 2024, the company shipped 27,500 motorcycles, down 39% from the same period in 2023. Worldwide Harley motorcycle sales also dropped by 13%, with decreases in North America, Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA), and Asia Pacific, while Latin America saw a slight increase.

What Scooter Is in ‘Roman Holiday’?

In Roman Holiday, a film that made us all wish for an Italian escapade, the scooter that stole the show alongside Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck is none other than a Vespa. Now, this is not just any two-wheeler. The Vespa, with its quirky charm and buzzing little engine, became a star in its own right, helping to define the postwar European dream of freedom and adventure.

Yuasa Battery Celebrates 45th Year in North America

Yuasa Battery, the company that’s been starting millions of bikes everywhere, is celebrating its 45th year in the North American market as a major powersports battery manufacturer, with origins dating back more than a century. That’s a huge milestone for the motorcycle battery company and something bikers everywhere should recognize.

Check Out the Triumph Tiger Sport 800

The boys from Hinckley have introduced the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 800 as a new option in the sport touring category. It is positioned between the Tiger Sport 660 and the Tiger 900, and it surprisingly offers slightly more power than the Tiger 900 models.