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.

It Looks Like Harley-Davidson Got Hacked

Over the holiday season, Harley-Davidson, the iconic motorcycle manufacturer, found itself caught in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. Yep, it seems Harley-Davidson got hacked. Reports from RedHotCyber (RHC) suggest that more than 66,000 customer records may have been compromised in a breach allegedly orchestrated by the notorious 888 group.

Known in the cyber underworld, 888 has a resume of high-profile data breaches, including attacks on Oracle and Accenture, which exposed thousands of employee records. But this time, the stakes are higher. The target isn’t employees—it’s Harley’s customers, making the alleged breach both larger in scope and potentially more damaging.

Three Investors Show Interest in KTM: A High-Stakes Race for Survival

KTM, the Austrian motorcycle powerhouse, finds itself in choppy waters. With a staggering €2.9 billion in liabilities, insolvency proceedings are underway for its three primary divisions: KTM AG, its R&D branch, and its components arm. Now investors show interest in KTM as things progress.

Among these, KTM AG shoulders the lion’s share—€2.7 billion—making its survival critical for the company and its 2,500 creditors. The restructuring administrator, Alpenländischer Kreditorenverband Europa (AKV), has outlined a plan to repay creditors 30% of their claims within two years, but questions loom over its viability.

Harley-Davidson X440 Is Selling Well in India and Elsewhere

Harley-Davidson—a brand as iconic as the rumble of its engines. Back in 2020, when Harley shook hands with Hero MotoCorp, India’s motorcycle powerhouse, skeptics wondered what would come of it.

Fast-forward to 2023, and the Harley-Davidson X440 silenced the doubters, roaring onto the scene as a resounding success in India and beyond. Hero’s Mavrick 440, launched a year later, only sweetened the deal.

Honda Gold Wing Patent Reveals Lidar Technology for Advanced Rider Assistance

Radar technology is rapidly becoming essential for modern touring motorcycles, with European and Japanese manufacturers vying for the most advanced features.

While BMW, Ducati, and KTM use Bosch radar systems, Honda lags behind, opting to develop its own radar technology for its flagship Gold Wing. Bosch’s advanced radar systems provide essential features like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot detection, and Honda’s unique approach aims to integrate radar, cameras, and lidar for a 360-degree view of the surroundings.

Could a New Suzuki GSX-R600 Supersport Be Coming?

The supersport segment once dominated motorcycling dreams, with icons like the Honda CBR600RR, Yamaha R6, Kawasaki ZX-6R, and Suzuki GSX-R600 ruling the roads and tracks.

Over time, however, these machines began to fade as tightening emissions regulations in the EU and shifting rider preferences sidelined the high-revving, track-focused marvels. Riders lamented their loss, only realizing their value after they’d nearly disappeared.

Check Out This Retro Custom Yamaha T7 from Holy Moly Motorcycles

It takes a certain kind of madness—or brilliance—to take a perfectly good Yamaha Ténéré 700, rip it apart, and rebuild it into something straight out of the 1980s. Francisco Menezes of Holy Moly Motorcycles in Lisbon, Portugal, is that kind of builder.

When his rally-prepped T7 took a tumble and destroyed its front end, most would’ve reached for OEM replacements. Francisco, however, reached back in time.

Kove 600 Lancer Cruiser: A New Option to the Cruiser Segment

Kove, a rising star in the motorcycle industry coming out of China, has unveiled its latest model, the Kove 600 Lancer Cruiser. This new motorcycle is set to make waves in the cruiser segment, competing directly with established models like the Honda Rebel and Kawasaki Eliminator.

With its innovative design and powerful engine, the Lancer promises to attract both new riders and seasoned enthusiasts alike.

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Confirmed: The New 2025 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Ultra FLHXU

Harley-Davidson is gearing up to expand its 2025 lineup with the likely introduction of the Street Glide Ultra, designated as the FLHXU. While Harley has long offered Ultra touring models like the Road Glide Ultra and Ultra Limited, a Street Glide Ultra has never been part of the mix—until now.

This new addition was hinted at through updated homologation filings in Australia and Harley’s own parts listings, confirming the FLHXU code.

Check Out the Aprilia RS 125 and Tuono 125

The U.S. may let riders jump headfirst into any two-wheeled beast they fancy, but Europe’s tiered licensing system ensures rookies start small—literally. And Aprilia is here to answer with the Aprilia RS 125 and Tuono 125 sportbikes.

At 17, budding bikers can only saddle up a 125cc machine, a rule designed to teach fundamentals before tackling high-powered monsters. It’s a smart setup that spares many from early spills or worse. So, these new bikes from Aprilia are perfect.

Check Out This 1952 Vincent Black Shadow That’s For Sale

This 1952 Vincent Black Shadow, a machine revered in motorcycling lore, has been revived to its former glory. It is for sale at Bring a Trailer. Acquired in 2008 and left in disrepair by its late owner in 2023, this Series C marvel underwent extensive recommissioning at Madhouse Motors in Boston.

The overhaul brought modern reliability to classic design, including a Francois Grosset electric starter, Tri-Spark digital ignition, and a rebuilt wet clutch. Amal pre-Monobloc carburetors were restored, brakes de-glazed, and the wiring harness replaced, ensuring peak performance.