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.

The 6 Best New Scooters and Motorcycles Under $3,000

Riding a quality bike doesn’t have to cost you a ton of money. There are plenty of scooters and motorcycles under $3,000 that you can buy brand new.

That said, your options are somewhat limited. If you shop on the used market, you can usually find a serviceable motorcycle for even less, but I’ll say that you can still buy some excellent new bikes for under $3,000.

I’ve pulled together a list of bikes that are the highest quality and best performing for this tight budget. Let’s dive into the list.

Feast Your Eyes on the Damon HyperFighter Electric Motorcycle

Damon Motorcycles has a new model. Well, a couple of models. The Damon HyperFighter Colossus and the HyperFighter Unlimited were revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

Based on the HyperSport motorcycle that I’ve written about multiple times both here on Wind Burned Eyes and over at Web Bike World, this new HyperFighter brings Damon’s innovative technology to a new segment in the industry.

As you might expect from the name, this bike is a streetfighter. It’s a muscular, badass version of Damon’s technology packaged to be for those ready for a stripped-down experience.

Provisional Supersport Next-Generation Bikes and Regulations from FIM

The International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) recently released new regulations for the World Supersport championship.

The regulations include new bikes. Some of the bikes added include “Supersport Next Generation” models.

Here’s a closer look at the regulations and what you can expect.

Yamaha and Zeus Customs Limited-Edition XSR155

Yamaha of Thailand and custom bike builder Zeus Customs have crafted a limited-edition XSR155 that’s absolutely beautiful.

I’ve discussed Zeus Customs before. The bike builder makes some of the coolest custom motorcycles in the world.

This factory custom is truly something special. Let’s take a closer look.

The Brough Superior Nefud Scrambler is Gorgeous

Named after the Nefud desert in Saudia Arabia, the Nefud Scrambler from Brough Superior is a killer motorcycle.

French entrepreneur Thierry Henriette attained the rights to the Brough Superior name and appointed Albert Castaigne as the CEO. The bikes will be coming out of Toulouse, France.

Here’s a closer look at the new Brough Superior Nefud Scrambler.

2006 Ducati Paul Smart 1000 Limited Edition – For Sale

Right now, there’s an immaculate 2006 Ducati Pual Smart 1000 Limited Edition motorcycle for sale with only two miles on the clock.

Of all the motorcycles made, the Ducati Sport Classic is the one that I love the most. This limited-edition model gives me real needs.

Right now the bike is for sale on Bring a Trailer, let’s learn a little more about it before you place your bid.

Triple-B Media and MotoAmerica Team up to Create MotoAmerica TV

If you want to watch MotoAmerica motorcycle road racing, then you should check out MotoAmerica TV.

Recently, MotoAmerica and Triple-B Media teamed up to create a 24/7 free, ad-supported television network devoted to airing MotoAmerica’s racing to a worldwide audience.

Sound like a fantastic thing? I think so. Let’s take a closer look at what this means for race fans.

Harley Takes LiveWire Public, Announces Second-Gen Electric Powertrain

Harley-Davidson announced plans to take its LiveWire brand public. This means it will be the first publicly-traded electric motorcycle company in the US.

Expectations are that the move will result in $545 million in proceeds. That money will be used for development. At the same time, Harley announced the second generation LiveWire electric powertrain called Arrow.

Let’s take a closer look at these recent developments.

Check out the 2022 Ducati DesertX

Ducati had plenty of fantastic bikes, but the new 2022 Ducati DesertX is at the top of the heap for me.

Styled after the Cagiva Elefant and some of the other enduro icons of the 1980s, the DesertX brings retro Dakar styling into the new age.

Let’s take a closer look at this exciting new motorcycle.

KTM 390 Adventure Receives Updates for 2022

One of my favorite small adventure bikes is getting some new kit. The KTM 390 Adventure will receive some updates.

The bike just came out two years ago, but now it’s getting a quick update to keep it near the top of the small adventure bike heap.

Let’s take a closer look at what the updates are.