Following the recall campaign in spring 2025 for the CB 650 R and CBR 650 R, the next measure is now being implemented. This time, it affects the Honda CB 1000 Hornet and Honda CB 1000 SP Hornet from the 2025 model year. These models may also experience loose gear shifting. According to Honda, under certain conditions, the shift linkage pivot pin may lose its preload and, in the worst case, come loose.
Following his surprising departure from Kove, Zhang Xue, a leading figure in the Chinese motorcycle industry, has started a new chapter with ZXMoto. Without much fanfare, he left Kove—a brand he had built himself—and went on to found a new motorcycle brand named after his initials: ZXMoto.
The season finale in Valencia provided a clear picture at the top. Marco Bezzecchi controlled the Grand Prix from the first to the last lap and, together with Raul Fernandez, secured a historic success. For the first time, Aprilia managed to win two MotoGP races in a row. While Bezzecchi secured his start-to-finish victory, Fernandez closed in towards the end but was unable to make a decisive move.
The final sprint of the 2025 MotoGP season in Valencia offered a mix of early incidents, tactical duels, and clear battles for position. Alex Márquez took advantage of his strong start, kept Pedro Acosta at bay, and claimed his third sprint victory of the season. Fabio Di Giannantonio prevailed in a close duel with Raul Fernandez to complete the podium.
MV Agusta is working on a new engine concept that differs significantly from classic designs. The so-called Cinque Cilindri combines five cylinders in a compact arrangement reminiscent of VR engines, but without adopting their typical V-structure. The concept was first unveiled at EICMA and subsequently supplemented with further information.