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 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX Officially Enters the Arena

Kawasaki’s did it, just like I said. It turned up the heat in the two-wheeled world with the official announcement of the 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX. You’d think stuffing a bigger engine in there might balloon the price, but no, Kawasaki’s kept it steady at $13,699, just like the outgoing Ninja 1000SX. Now, if you’re looking for something a little more dressed up, there’s an SE version with Öhlins suspension and Brembo brakes, all for a neat $15,399.

The 2025 Ducati Scrambler 10° Anniversario Rizoma Edition Will Come Soon

Ducati’s Scrambler is turning ten, and what better way to celebrate than with a special edition? Enter the 2025 Scrambler 10° Anniversario Rizoma Edition, confirmed by none other than the California Air Resources Board.

What Motorcycle Does Steve McQueen Ride in ‘The Great Escape’?

Steve McQueen wasn’t just an actor—he was a bona fide speed junkie, and he rode with the kind of guts you couldn’t fake. In The Great Escape, McQueen made one of the most iconic motorcycle jumps in cinematic history, sailing over barbed wire and into legend.

But here’s the kicker: the motorcycle you see on screen wasn’t the military-spec German machine it was supposed to be. No, McQueen rode something else entirely, a British iron horse disguised for its Hollywood role—a 1961 Triumph TR6 Trophy.

Meet the Kawasaki Meguro S1 and W230

In a world obsessed with tech-heavy, feature-packed motorcycles, the name Meguro might barely register on anyone’s radar. But if you dig into history, you’ll find this Japanese brand laid down the roots of motorcycling back in 1924, influencing the machines we see today. Now, a century later, Kawasaki, which absorbed Meguro in the ’60s, tips its hat to this legacy with the Meguro S1.

Teaser: New 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Will Debut October 9

Yamaha’s been dangling a tantalizing carrot in front of motorcycle enthusiasts lately, dropping hints about the long-awaited 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 sportbike. With teasers lighting up social media, the big reveal is slated for October 9, and the buzz is palpable.

The Ultraviolette F77 Electric Motorcycle Is Ready for Europe

There’s something electric stirring the streets, and it’s not just your average humdrum commuter. India’s Ultraviolette is making waves, and their F77 electric motorcycle isn’t just for utility—it’s here to stir the soul.

KTM Is Testing Next Gen 390 Adventure in India

Ah, KTM’s at it again, tinkering in their workshop, cooking up a new lineup of the 390 Adventure. If you’ve been keeping tabs, you’ve probably seen them putting miles on two test models already – the adventure and enduro variants.

New NIU XQi3 Dual Sport Electric Bikes Are Now Available

Well, folks, it looks like NIU’s ready to kick up some dirt and maybe a little pavement with their new XQi3 electric dual-sport bike. Officially rolled out in June, the NIU XQi3 has now landed at NIU Mobility San Diego, part of the brand’s expanding dealer network out West. And it’s not just another e-bike; this one’s street-legal and trail-capable.

Paul Hollywood’s Ducati 1299 Superleggera (and 1199) Are For Sale

When you think of rare and raw power, Ducati’s 1299 Superleggera is already something special in terms of sportbikes. But this one? Well, it’s got a little extra flavor, courtesy of Paul Hollywood, yes, the British Bake Off guy with a surprising knack for collecting serious motorcycles. This isn’t just one slice of his garage pie, either. His 1199 Superleggera will also be crossing the auction block at the NEC Classic Motor Show.

The New Yamaha Semi-Automatic Transmission Debuts on the MT-09

The Yamaha semi-automatic transmission enters the brand into a new arena. Its new Y-AMT debuts on the 2024 MT-09. This system, standing for Yamaha Automated Manual Transmission, is a significant stride in the evolving world of self-shifting motorcycles and is set to roll out across several models in the near future.