Category: Motorcycles

Motorcycles – So Many Choices

The world of motorcycles is a robust one. There’s a motorcycle designed for pretty much every use out there. The companies selling bikes are trying to appeal to every area of the market from the folks who love to cruise to the racers to the adventurers.

Then there’s the custom bike scene. Geniuses, craftsmen, artists take motorcycles and turn them into rolling pieces of art.

I try to cover a little bit of it all. From the new bikes rolling off the production lines at the various motorcycle manufacturers to the littlest of custom shops and individuals tinkering around in their sheds.

Types of Motorcycles

Here are the main types of motorcycles I typically write about on this site.

Note that this isn’t an exhaustive list, and the article linked above about the different types of motorcycles will explain the full picture.

Motorcycle Brands

The fun doesn’t stop with the various types of motorcycles. There are also tons of brands that sell each type of motorcycle. I’ve written an article on the different motorcycle brands out there, and that should give you a pretty clear idea of what you’ll find.

Motorcycle Engine Size

Motorcycle type and the different brands matter a ton, but I often find myself and other riders classifying motorcycles by their engine size or displacement.

This is typically how the industry categorizes motorcycles. You’ll see a 250cc class, a 600cc class, etc. To learn more, check out my article on the various engine sizes out there in the world of motorcycles.

Motorcycles and Prices

Lastly, I want to talk about the price of motorcycles. Everyone has to work in a budget, and you can buy a nice bike for very little money, but you can also spend a ton.

Price is a big deciding factor, and I would hope you take it into account. Here are my thoughts on motorcycles and their prices.

Below are the latest articles on various motorcycles.

Check Out the 2025 Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350

Royal Enfield’s latest reveal, the Goan Classic 350, takes its celebrated Classic 350 and dresses it in full bobber regalia. This head-turner embraces nostalgia while blending modern touches, making it one of the most eye-catching 350cc motorcycles around.

Design-wise, the Goan Classic 350 retains the bulbous fuel tank, round headlight, and chrome details of its sibling but stands out with an ape-style handlebar, a solo bobber saddle, and forward-set footpegs.

Indian Scout Horsepower: How Much Does It Make and What’s It Like?

When you throw a leg over an Indian Scout, the first question on your mind might not be about horsepower. It might be, “Can I pull off this look?” The Scout has a way of making anyone feel like a rebel with a vintage edge.

But dig deeper—beneath the chromed-out finishes and swooping tank lies an engine that’s itching to prove itself. So, let’s talk about what makes this middleweight cruiser hum. What’s the Indian Scout horsepower like?

Segway to Take a Bold Leap: Entering the 2025 Dakar Rally

Segway, the name that once brought you whimsical self-balancing scooters, is now shifting gears—literally—into the high-octane world of rally racing. On December 1st, the company unveiled its factory team for the 2025 Dakar Rally.

This marks its debut in the “Future Mission 1000” category, a proving ground for electric, hydrogen, and hybrid technologies. Think of it as Dakar’s bold step toward an electrified future, and Segway’s boldest gambit yet.

Check Out the Chinese-Made Morbidelli T502X Adventure Bike

The Morbidelli T502X, an entry-level adventure bike, has arrived with aspirations to challenge segment staples like the CFMoto Ibex 450 and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. Despite its Italian-sounding name and roots, Morbidelli now operates under the Chinese Qianjiang umbrella, alongside brands like Benelli and Keeway.

The T502X is powered by a 486cc liquid-cooled parallel twin, producing 47 horsepower, and features off-road-ready components: spoked tubeless wheels (19-inch front, 17-inch rear), knobby tires, and a basic suspension setup with inverted forks and a preload-adjustable monoshock.

Check Out This 1996 Bimota DB3 Mantra That’s For Sale

Some motorcycles are born to turn heads, and the 1996 Bimota DB3 Mantra does it with flair. Draped in Sacha Lakic’s avant-garde design, this yellow-and-black beauty is as much art as it is machine.

Beneath its bold carbon-fiber-accented skin lies Ducati’s renowned 904cc L-Twin, delivering 86 horsepower and 66 lb-ft of torque through a six-speed transmission. Dual Mikuni carburetors, a two-into-four exhaust, and electronic ignition ensure that this Italian gem is as lively as it looks.

Check Out the 2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 and V2 S

The 2025 Ducati Multistrada V2 and V2 S arrive lighter, sharper, and more road-ready, armed with an 890cc engine and a claimed 40-pound weight drop. While it retains the unmistakable Multistrada “beak,” this redesign integrates it more fluidly into the aerodynamic bodywork.

The refined windshield and sleek side deflectors promise better wind protection and rider comfort, while clever air ducts in the radiator shrouds aim to send cooling air to your legs.

Book Review – ‘McQueen’s Motorcycles: Racing and Riding with the King of Cool’ by Matt Stone and Dave Ekins

Few cultural icons have ever fused the worlds of motorcycles, Hollywood, and rebellion as effortlessly as Steve McQueen. In McQueen’s Motorcycles: Racing and Riding with the King of Cool, authors Matt Stone and Dave Ekins take readers on a thrilling ride through McQueen’s deep passion for motorcycles.

More than just a casual hobby, McQueen’s love for two wheels was as integral to his persona as his acting career, and this book captures the essence of that connection.

The Honda PC800 Pacific Coast: A Look Back at One of Honda’s Most Interesting Icons

In the crowded halls of motorcycling history, some machines demand attention not for their raw power or flashy looks but for their sheer audacity to break the mold. The Honda PC800 Pacific Coast, introduced in 1989, was one such machine.

It was a motorcycle that dared to challenge conventions, a two-wheeled oddity that combined practical ingenuity with a design philosophy more akin to a minivan than a traditional bike. While its polarizing reception might suggest otherwise, the PC800 remains a beloved and iconic model for those who appreciate its forward-thinking spirit.

Check Out the 2025 BMW R 12 S

BMW’s new R 12 S is a nostalgic nod to the iconic R 90 S of 1973, blending retro aesthetics with modern engineering.

Arriving in Q1 2025 with a price tag of $21,590, the R 12 S shares its foundation with the R 12 nineT but stands out with its heritage-inspired design and fairing. It’s a truly beautiful motorcycle and a good addition to BMW’s lineup.

Check Out the 2025 Honda NT1100 Police

Honda is bringing its NT1100 sport-tourer to the U.S., but there’s a catch: it’s exclusively for law enforcement agencies. Dubbed the Honda NT1100 Police, this Africa Twin-based machine replaces the venerable ST1300 as Honda’s official police model.

Packed with practicality and Honda’s hallmark reliability, the NT1100 Police aims to excel in urban maneuverability and long-distance performance. I just wish they offered a non-police variant in the States.