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MV Agusta Confirms Restructuring and Seeks New Investor

MV Agusta has issued an official statement confirming it is undergoing financial restructuring and searching for outside investors to secure its future.

The Italian brand entered the Composizione Negoziata della Crisi (CNC), a legal framework that allows companies in temporary financial difficulty to negotiate with creditors under the supervision of an independent expert. It is not insolvency or liquidation, but it does require concrete prospects for recovery to gain access.

Could Ducati’s Desmo450 SM End KTM’s Supermoto Dominance?

Ducati has revealed the full specifications for its first racing supermoto, the Desmo450 SM, ahead of a December arrival at European dealers.

The bike was teased at World Ducati Week in July, but this week brought the complete technical breakdown through MCN and Visordown.

Why Can-Am’s Touchscreen Recall Affects 14,000 Riders

BRP is recalling 14,014 Can-Am motorcycles and three-wheelers across the U.S. because their touchscreen displays can freeze, reset, or go permanently blank while riding.

The recall covers five model lines spanning four model years. If you own a 2025 or 2026 Can-Am Origin or Pulse electric motorcycle, a 2025 to 2027 Canyon, or a 2024 to 2027 Spyder RT or F3, your vehicle is included.

BMW Marks Nürburgring Centenary With 100-Unit M Editions

BMW Motorrad and BMW M are celebrating the Nürburgring’s centenary with three limited-edition motorcycles, each capped at 100 units worldwide.

The M 1000 RR, M 1000 R, and M 1000 XR all carry “100 Jahre Nürburgring” badging, exclusive Nürburgring Green paint, and carbon wheels. They arrive in late 2027 alongside six BMW M cars in the same anniversary collection.

Why the TT’s Sidecar Overhaul Matters for 2027 Racing

Sidecar racing will return to the Isle of Man TT in 2027 after organizers suspended the entire class following terrifying crashes during qualifying at this year’s event.

The TT confirmed a three-year commitment to the category through 2029, but only with a complete overhaul of the technical regulations that have governed the sport for decades.

Suzuki Reveals GSX-R1000R Stealth as 10-Unit Italy Exclusive

Suzuki has pulled the wraps off an ultra-exclusive GSX-R1000R Stealth Edition at the Turin Motor Show, and just 10 will ever leave the factory.

The special model is available only through Suzuki Italy’s online ordering system at €21,690 including VAT, roughly $25,000 at current exchange rates.

Stark’s VARG SM Sköll Hits 272 Lb With Titanium Upgrades

Stark Future has taken its already lightweight VARG SM electric supermoto and shaved another 2.4 pounds off the total. The result is the Sköll, a limited-edition version that weighs just 272 lb.

That figure makes it the lightest VARG SM Stark has built. The weight came off not by drilling holes in the battery or stripping components, but through a targeted titanium diet.

What Honda’s V3R E-Compressor Means for Naked Bikes

Honda just dropped the first episode of a behind-the-scenes YouTube series documenting the V3R 900 E-Compressor project, and the timing is no accident.

The series launched September 14, less than eight weeks before EICMA opens its doors in Milan on November 5.

Benda Rock 707 Brings Electronic Clutch to European Cruisers

Benda’s Rock 707 cruiser has arrived at European dealers with a feature set you would not expect at this price point. The Chinese manufacturer is asking €9,999 in Germany for a 692cc V-twin with an electronic clutch and adaptive air suspension.

The Rock 707 produces 73 hp at 9,000 rpm and 68 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. That is a high rev peak for a cruiser, where low-end torque usually does the talking.

TVS RTX 300 Packs Big-Bike Tech Into a $5,700 ADV

TVS just launched its Apache RTX 300 adventure bike in Europe, and the spec sheet reads like something from a much more expensive motorcycle.

The Indian manufacturer, which owns Norton, priced the RTX 300 at €4,890 for the Essential trim and €5,290 for the Adventurer. That works out to roughly $5,700 and $6,150 at current exchange rates.

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