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Honda is addressing a critical issue in high-performance motorcycling with a newly patented wheel and brake design aimed at reducing tire overheating.
The patent, which has been applied for, features a system that helps manage the immense heat generated by the brakes, preventing it from transferring to the front tire.
Continue reading “Honda Creates a New Wheel and Brake Design”Honda has recently released a new video teasing the innovative V3 engine concept that was previously presented. This new video gives some more details, and it’s looking pretty great
Honda is charting a new course in motorcycle engine development, showcasing a groundbreaking V3 engine concept with a world-first electric supercharger. Unveiled at EICMA 2024, this innovative powerplant signals a renewed focus on high-performance internal combustion engines that can meet future emissions standards.
Continue reading “Honda V3 Engine Teased Again”In a move to strengthen its presence in the small-displacement motorcycle market, Harley-Davidson, in collaboration with Indian motorcycle manufacturer Hero MotoCorp, is expanding its 440cc lineup.
This partnership, which began in 2020, has already produced the successful Harley-Davidson X440, a single-cylinder roadster aimed at a younger, more global audience.
Continue reading “Will a Sportier Small-Displacment Bike Join the Harley-Davidson X440?”Recent trademark filings suggest Yamaha is preparing to expand its adventure motorcycle lineup with a new series.
A trademark application for a logo reading “RW700 Explore” points to an entirely new model, possibly the first in a family of bikes designed to fill a unique space in the market.
Continue reading “Is the Yamaha RW700 Explore a Tenere Model?”Despite being labeled as a “concept,” the Honda CB1000F SE has all the makings of a production-ready motorcycle. Recently shown alongside the standard CB1000F at the Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race, both bikes are expected to join Honda’s 2026 lineup.
The CB1000F SE is a modern interpretation of the classic UJM (Universal Japanese Motorcycle) design, blending retro aesthetics with modern performance and technology. We don’t know when it will come, but I’m willing to bet it will be soon.
Continue reading “The Honda CB1000F SE Concept Is Hitting Production Soon, Make No Mistake”It’s not every day that a motorcycle makes a comeback, but it looks like Kawasaki is bringing back a fan favorite sportbike. According to recent reports, the Ninja 300 is set to return for the 2026 model year, re-entering the market as a formidable entry-level sportbike.
For years, the Ninja 300 was the go-to machine for new riders, praised for its approachable power, sharp handling, and aggressive sportbike styling. It was replaced by the Ninja 400 and, more recently, the Ninja 500 in many markets, but its legacy as a perfect stepping stone into the world of sportbikes has never faded. Now, it appears Kawasaki is carving out a space for the 300 once again.
Continue reading “The Kawasaki Ninja 300 Could Be Coming Back”The world of motorcycling is filled with legendary names, and BSA, with its rich British heritage, is a name that resonates deeply. After a long period of silence, the brand is roaring back to life, and it’s doing so with a motorcycle that carries a name as iconic as the brand itself: the Bantam.
The original Bantam was a humble two-stroke that, in the years following World War II, helped put a nation on two wheels. Now, more than half a century later, the Bantam returns, but it’s a very different machine for a very different time. The new Bantam 350 is a modern classic, a bike that blends retro style with contemporary engineering.
Continue reading “The BSA Bantam 350 Is In India to Challenge Royal Enfield”The classic café racer has always been a symbol of speed and style, a motorcycle stripped down for performance and defined by its distinctive look. Now, that legacy is getting a modern, accessible twist with the launch of the Triumph Thruxton 400.
I’ve written about this bike previously, and I’ll be honest, I’m pretty excited about it. It’s good to see Triumph deliver on what had been rumored and discussed for so long.
Continue reading “The Triumph Thruxton 400 Launches in India”The roar of a V-twin, the very heartbeat of a Harley-Davidson, is a sound that has long defined a company and a culture. But now, a new voice is stepping into the choir, not from the world of engines and chrome, but from Topgolf, to turn things around.
Harley-Davidson has announced that Artie Starrs, a man known for his work at Topgolf, will be taking the helm as its new CEO. This appointment is more than just a changing of the guard; it’s a bold new direction for the Motor Company.
Continue reading “Harley-Davidson Appoints Artie Starrs CEO”Honda, that titan of two-wheeled innovation, has just sent a powerful signal that it’s ready for the electric motorcycle revolution, with an announcement that promises to electrify the riding world on September 2nd.
For a while now, we’ve seen glimpses, teasers, and concepts. The EV Fun Concept at EICMA, for instance, hinting at Honda’s electric aspirations. But now, it’s getting real.
Continue reading “Honda Electric Motorcycle Reveal Coming September 2”
