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  • A rider putting fuel in a motorcycle.

    Is Premium Gas In A Motorcycle Worth It Or A Waste Of Money?

    Is there any benefit to filling up your bike with an octane level above what the manufacturer recommends or is it just draining your wallet?

    By Rohaan Sakrani 35 min ago Read More
  • Harley Davidson motorcycle dealership with logo on building in Rahway, New Jersey.

    Harley-Davidson Dealerships Are Shutting Down Across America: Here's Why

    Harley-Davidson showrooms have been closing across the United States. Let's take a look at what kind of economic forces are behind these closures.

    By Rohaan Sakrani 18 hours ago Read More
  • Jason Fenske stands in front of a whiteboard with math regarding the Ducati V4T

    Watch Engineering Explained Break Down What Makes Ducati's V4 Engine So Good

    Fenske looks at Ducati's V4 (found on the Panigale, Streetfighter, and other's in the automaker's stable) from a few different angles.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 days ago Read More
  • A rider on a Triumph Street Triple 765 RX

    Triumph Street Triple 765 RX And Moto2 Editions Are The Most Race-Ready Street Triples Yet

    Both new versions of the Street Triple are based on the current RS, but wear some new hardware to cater them towards track use.

    By Amber DaSilva 6 days ago Read More
  • Motorcyclist riding a purple three-wheeled trike

    Three Wheels Vs. Two: Are Trikes Actually Safer Than Motorcycles?

    Trikes are more comfortable and easier to ride than regular motorcycles thanks to their three wheels. Does that mean they're safer than two-wheelers, too?

    By Alvin Reyes 6 days ago Read More
  • 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 drifting on a rocky trail with mountains in the background

    Kawasaki Revives The KLE500 – And This Time, US Riders Get A Shot

    The revived KLE500 is an all-new design, and will be coming to the States as well as the rest of the world.

    By Justin Hughes 7 days ago Read More
  • The 2024 Harley Davidson Hydra-Glide Revival parked in front of a diner.

    When Did Harley-Davidson Start Using Rubber-Mounted Engines?

    Many modern Harley-Davidson motorcycles use rubber mounts for their engine. Let's explore when this started and how these rubber mounts affect riders.

    By Ron King 8 days ago Read More
  • Four Indian dressers in the dirt off the side of a desert road

    Indian's New Private Equity Owners Want To Run The Harley-Davidson Playbook

    Private equity firm Carolwood Capital bought Indian out from under Polaris last month.

    By Amber DaSilva 10 days ago Read More
  • Two motorcyclists ride along a winding mountain road.

    5 Motorcycle Etiquette Rules That Separate Newbies From Pros

    You've got that shiny new motorcycle, and you really, really want to seem like a biking pro. Here's how to act to look like you've been riding forever.

    By Peris Nganga 11 days ago Read More
  • A red Harley-Davidson motorcycle with a stock belt drive

    Thinking Of Swapping Your Harley's Belt For A Chain? Here's What You Need To Know

    Modern Harley-Davidsons use belt final drives as opposed to classic chain drives. What are the benefits of each, and should you swap a belt drive for a chain?

    By Benjamin Gracias 14 days ago Read More
  • Person riding a CFMoto 675SS through a tunnel.

    CFMoto Motorcycles' Cheap Prices Get Attention: What Do Riders Need To Know?

    CFMoto’s motorcycles have been getting attention for their competitive pricing, and the 2026 lineup continues that momentum with new additions.

    By Ron King 15 days ago Read More
  • Front shot of a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy

    5 Of The Best Tips For Cleaning Chrome On A Motorcycle

    Chrome work can take a motorcycle's appearance to the next level, but only if it's clean. Here are some of the best tips to keep your bike's chrome shining.

    By Chloe Clougher 16 days ago Read More
  • The Can-Am Pulse motorcycle parked on a cobblestone street

    Electric Can-Am Pulse Is The City Bike Of The Future... Now!

    The Pulse is a better fit for cities than the Zero and it's a better bike for our real-world future — it's just here a little bit early.

    By Amber DaSilva 16 days ago Read More
  • The Kawasaki ZX-10R sportbike

    All The Biggest Announcements From EICMA 2025

    The Italian show is always replete with new motorcycle launches and future product teases, and this year is no different.

    By Amber DaSilva 17 days ago Read More
  • Two Suzuki SV-7GXs going around a corner through grassy hills

    The Suzuki SV-7GX Is Basically An SV650 Sport Tourer With An Updated Engine

    While the new model name implies a 700 cc engine, Suzuki flat-out states that this is an updated version of the SV650 V-twin.

    By Justin Hughes 19 days ago Read More
  • A blue BMW F 450 GS adventure motorcycle

    2027 BMW F 450GS Looks Like The Baby ADV We All Crave

    BMW designed its new engine with a 135-degree crankshaft, something I can't recall ever seeing on a motorcycle before.

    By Amber DaSilva 19 days ago Read More
  • A red bagger motorcycle with compact fairing

    2026 Indian Sport Scout RT Could Perfect The Cruiser Formula

    It seems Indian has gotten access to my notes, because the company just announced a bike that may well address every fault I can find with the Sport Chief.

    By Amber DaSilva 19 days ago Read More
  • Maverick on his Ninja H2R Carbon on a runway, shot from the bike itself facing back at Mav

    Five Iconic Kawasaki Motorcycles You'll Recognize From The Big Screen

    There are a few movies that understand how hot your characters can look on bikes. Those films often pick Kawasakis to film.

    By Amber DaSilva 21 days ago Read More
  • Static shot of a Harley Davidson Dyna Street Bob.

    When Did Harley-Davidson Start Using 6-Speed Transmissions?

    Harley-Davidson's jump to a six-speed transmission wasn't just about power, it was also about refitment and comfort. Here's the full story.

    By Abhik Das 22 days ago Read More
  • A rider traversing an off-road trail on an orange and white 2026 KTM 690 Enduro R

    KTM's New Owners Expect To Halve Expenses By Slashing White-Collar Jobs

    Rajiv Bajaj, the managing director of Bajaj Auto, didn't mince words when it came to criticizing previous mismanagement at KTM.

    By Ryan Erik King 25 days ago Read More
  • A white Trident 800 pictured from the side

    2026 Triumph Trident 800 Could Take The Middleweight Naked Throne

    The middleweight naked motorcycle segment is so hot right now.

    By Amber DaSilva 27 days ago Read More
  • A red and white Harley Davidson Softail outside a garage

    Do Harley-Davidsons Need To Be Warmed Up?

    Motorcylists usually love the roar of their engines, though their neighbors may not. How long Harleys need to be warned up depends on several factors.

    By Chino Ortiz 29 days ago Read More
  • A red vintage-looking Honda CB350C motorcycle

    Honda's Latest GB350 Special Edition Looks Even More Vintage

    The Honda GB350 is one of the coolest little bikes in the company's global lineup.

    By Amber DaSilva 30 days ago Read More
  • Also TM-B e-bike

    Rivian's Getting Into E-Bikes And Quads With A Spinoff Company Called Also

    Also's modular e-bike offers a range of around 100 miles, and it'll be on sale in the spring.

    By Collin Woodard 1 month ago Read More
  • Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda riding Harley Davidson bikes in the Easy Rider

    5 Iconic Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Made Famous After Appearing On The Big Screen

    Harley-Davidson has an iconic history, but did you know the company's bikes also feature in many movies? Here are five of the most legendary examples.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago Read More
  • Triumph motorcycles and riders outside a brewery

    Triumph Updates Bonneville Line For 2026 With Cruise Control And Weight Reduction

    The updated Bonnevilles and Scramblers keep their vintage lines, but tuck some helpful new tech behind that retro metalwork.

    By Amber DaSilva 1 month ago Read More
  • A Harley-Davidson motorcycle gas tank painted in sparkly purple Mystic Shift

    Harley-Davidson's Trippy New Color-Shifting Paint Reminds Us When Paint Used To Be Special

    In an era when black, white, gray, and beige are most folks' vehicle colors, Harley-Davidson is offering a bold new back-to-the-future choice.

    By Paul Stadden 1 month ago Read More
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