The Z500 is now getting a little extra spice with a special Sugomi Edition—available only in France. While the Kawasaki Z500 Sugomi Edition is a looker, I’m not totally in love with this bike. I wanted to see a bit more in terms of upgrades.
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Here are the latest motorcycle industry news stories that you need to know about.
Motorcycle news happens all the time, but I tend to only cover the big news stories. These are the things you need to know.
Bain Capital Bought Red Baron Group, Japan’s Biggest Motorcycle Retailer
The Red Baron Group made the dream of starting a motorcycle shop a reality back in 1972. From its humble beginnings as the Yamaha Auto Center in Japan, it grew into a behemoth with over 300 locations, nearly 2,500 employees, and a motto that sticks: “Just For Riders.” They sell new and used bikes, handle repairs, and offer parts. A one-stop shop for bikers, really.
But now, the winds of change are blowing. Red Baron’s parent company has signed an agreement to sell its majority shares to Bain Capital Private Equity, a name you might remember from its less-than-glorious history with Toys ‘R Us.
Continue reading “Bain Capital Bought Red Baron Group, Japan’s Biggest Motorcycle Retailer”Honda Dax 125 Joins the MiniMOTO Lineup for 2025
In a world where motorcycles have grown as big and heavy as the ambitions behind them, Honda has tossed out a reminder that sometimes small is just right. The Honda Dax 125, set to hit U.S. shores for the 2025 model year, is a nod to the iconic 1969 CT70—a bike that carved out a special place in the hearts of American riders.
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Honda’s X-ADV, the scooter that dares to be more, just got a serious upgrade for 2025. Since its 2017 debut, this adventure scooter has made waves—especially in Europe, where over 76,000 units have hit the road.
Continue reading “2025 Honda X-ADV Recieves Tech Updates for UK and Europe”New Bosch Radar System Will Feature on KTM Motorcycles
Bosch is at it again, bringing cutting-edge technology to the world of motorcycles. Set to launch in 2025, their latest radar-guided Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS) will offer bikers a range of safety and convenience features, especially with KTM’s upcoming V-twin Super Adventure model. Think of it as a system that can stop your bike on a dime, tail a vehicle effortlessly, and even warn drivers that they’re tailgating too close.
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Aprilia, a brand synonymous with racing, has always pushed the boundaries of what’s possible on two wheels, and the Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma is its most extreme creation yet.
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It was speculated not long ago, and now the truth is out. Yamaha will drop its crossplane engine found in the R1 and develop a V4. Well, it’s already doing it. This is both good news and bad. Good, in that Yamaha will now be able to compete better. Bad, in that the death of the old engine hurts.
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According to some new documents coming out of Germany, the Honda Rebel 1100 could receive an update for 2025, but there’s no word yet on whether this is just a Euro5+ update or if it’s actually a new model for Team Red.
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The new CCM Street Moto and Street Moto R look fabulous, but will these beautiful boutique machines really entice enough buyers with their high price tag? Let’s take a closer look to see if they bring the goods to justify the price.
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Team Green has submitted homologation filings in Australia for a new Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX, including an SE variant. This means the bike will join the Kawasaki Versys 1100 in the company’s lineup for 2025 and replace the Ninja 1000SX.
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