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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.

Check Out the 2025 Triumph TF 250-X

The 2025 Triumph TF 250-X dirt bike lands with all the swagger expected of a serious motocross contender. Updated fuel maps and new graphics bring even more bite to its already fierce bark.

This lightweight dirt demon, boasting a class-best power-to-weight ratio, turns heads and drops jaws, reaffirming Triumph’s reputation on dirt tracks.

Check Out the 2025 Royal Enfield Classic 650

Just when you thought the Royal Enfield 650 twin platform had explored every motorcycle niche, they dropped the 2025 Royal Enfield Classic 650.

Showcased at EICMA 2024, this model taps into RE’s heritage with their well-loved 650cc parallel twin, wrapped in a silhouette that echoes over half a century of Royal Enfield Classics.

Check Out the 2025 Moto Morini 3½

Moto Morini is reviving one of its icons with the all-new 3½, just in time for its 50th birthday.

The original Moto Morini 3½, launched in 1974, was Moto Morini’s first V-Twin and a game-changer in the 350cc market. Designed by Franco Lambertini, it roared past its thumper competition with a 344cc 72° V-Twin featuring flat Heron heads, making it one of the era’s most potent four-strokes, offered in Sport and Strada variants.