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Mary McGee, AKA Motorcycle Mary, Passes Away (1936-2024)

Mary McGee, a trailblazing figure in motorsports, has passed away at 87, leaving behind an enduring legacy that shattered gender barriers and inspired generations.

McGee was the first person to solo the Baja 500 on a motorcycle in 1972, cementing her status as a legend in the male-dominated world of off-road racing. But her journey began long before that.

Honda’s Four-Cylinder Renaissance: CBR500R Four Trademark Filed

Honda is revving up its four-cylinder ambitions. Following an earlier trademark filing for the “CBR400R Four,” Honda has now submitted paperwork for a “CBR500R Four.”

This November filing with Japan’s intellectual property office mirrors the earlier move in August, hinting at a new line of small-displacement, high-revving sportbikes.

Check Out the 2025 KTM 790 Adventure

Some motorcycles don’t just go places—they take you places. The KTM 790 Adventure is one of them. Back in 2024, KTM resurrected this middleweight ADV marvel with thoughtful updates that set the stage for serious exploration.

Now, for 2025, it’s getting even better with a suspension upgrade that strikes a balance between precision and versatility.

Malcolm Smith: The Hall of Famer Bids Farewell (1942–2024)

The motorcycling world lost one of its brightest ambassadors as Malcolm Smith, the legendary AMA Hall of Famer, passed away at 83 from complications of Parkinson’s disease.

Smith, a true polymath of the sport, wore many hats: racer, ISDT gold medalist, businessman, actor, philanthropist, and, above all, a champion for motorcycling.

Self Administration: A KTM Pit Stop or the End of the Race?

For KTM AG, the checkered flag is nowhere in sight as Europe’s largest motorcycle manufacturer takes a sharp turn into insolvency proceedings in the form of self administration. There were signs of KTM’s fall from grace, but this makes it official.

Announced by Pierer Mobility AG, this “pit stop” sees KTM, Husqvarna, GasGas, and MV Agusta brands thrown into the hands of Austria’s self-administration restructuring process. CEO Stefan Pierer, who once steered KTM to record revenues, vows to fight for his “life’s work,” but the numbers paint a grim picture.

Check Out the 2025 BMW F 900 R and F 900 XR

BMW’s middleweight marvels, the F 900 R and F 900 XR, are back for 2025 with sharper tech, a diet plan, and Euro5+ compliance.

These bikes boast the same 895cc Parallel-Twin introduced in 2020, but now with a subtle tune-up: 105 hp arrives 250 rpm earlier at 8,750 rpm, and torque nudges to 68.6 lb-ft at 6,750 rpm. The optional Akrapovič Sport exhaust trims 2.6 pounds and adds an extra dash of auditory flair.

Check Out the 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 660

Triumph’s Tiger Sport 660 gets a tech makeover for 2025, injecting modern convenience into an already versatile middleweight.

With a snappier Sport ride mode, lean-sensitive electronics, and cruise control now standard, it’s clear Triumph aims to elevate the riding experience.

More Public Land Is About to Disappear for Outdoorsmen and Motorcyclists

Utah’s lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management isn’t just a swipe at bureaucracy—it’s a direct threat to America’s public lands and by extension the people who use them, like outdoorsmen and motorcyclists. The bottom line more public land is about to disappear, or at the very least be at risk of doing so.

The state’s bid to seize 18 million acres managed by the federal government masks a grim motive: selling off our cherished spaces to developers and extractive industries. While the campaign postures as a fight for state control, it’s less about Utahans managing Utah and more about paving over wilderness to make a buck.

New Honda GB350S Debuts Overseas, Will a Honda GB500 Bring Retro Style to the U.S.?

The new Honda GB350S made its grand debut at EICMA, reviving the classic GB name with a dash of British retro flair. It’s a beautiful motorcycle and one that had me wishing it was coming stateside.

Unfortunately for U.S. enthusiasts, this air-cooled throwback likely won’t be US-bound, but whispers of a potential Honda GB500 might sweeten the wait.

Harley-Davidson and MotoGP Announce Exciting New Collaboration: What It Means for Racing Fans

In a twist of high-octane intrigue just days after the 2024 MotoGP finale in Barcelona, Harley-Davidson and MotoGP promoter Dorna announced a collaboration that has everyone guessing.

What exactly will it be? King of the Baggers racing rumbling onto the MotoGP stage, perhaps? For now, it’s all speculation. Dorna chief Carmelo Ezpeleta lauded Harley’s iconic status, particularly in the U.S., a critical market for both entities.