Norton unveiled the 450 at EICMA 2026 in Milan, the brand’s first single-cylinder model since its relaunch under Indian parent company TVS. The compact range comes in two variants and brings equipment that has so far been rare in the A2 class.
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Voge is bringing the 660RR to EICMA 2026 and wants to compete in Europe’s middle-weight supersport segment from 2027. Behind the new name is the already known RR660S, which takes on established models with a four-cylinder engine, adjustable riding position and extensive electronics.
Benelli is adding a more powerful naked bike to the Tornado Naked Twin 550, using the twin-cylinder engine from the TRK 702. In addition to more power, the Tornado Naked Twin 700 comes with standard equipment that is rare in the middle-weight class.
GoPro and AGV have offered a first look at their motorcycle helmet with a built-in camera. The market launch is planned for 2027, but both companies are still holding back many important details.
With the Angel GT III, Pirelli is launching the fourth generation of its sport touring tyres in early 2027. The biggest visible innovation is in the rear tyre, but the manufacturer is still holding back many important details.
Decisions on new closures and restrictions for motorcycles are usually made once the season is over. On the B500, near Oberhof and at the Sudelfeld, such decisions are due in the coming weeks.
In the Außerfern region, further roads could soon be closed to motorcycles with a stationary noise level above 95 decibels, as the Tyrolean state parliament reviews an extension of the ban. Ironically, the justification is motorcycles that are avoiding the existing closures.
Italy has issued new rules for underride protection on crash barriers, which is meant to protect fallen motorcyclists from posts and edges. A single serious accident can trigger an obligation, but designers and road operators may opt out with a justification.
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