Simplicity is considered one of the key selling points of electric motorcycles: twist the throttle and go, without having to worry about gear shifting or clutch operation. Honda is now taking a step in the opposite direction with a new patent, adding exactly this complexity back in. The goal is not an end in itself, but rather more precise control over power delivery, particularly in competition use.
A recent survey by British insurer Carole Nash shows that the overwhelming majority of motorcyclists experience positive effects on their mental health through riding. A scientific study by UCLA supports this assessment with measurable data.
A rider was killed at Station Corner during the Superbike qualifying session. It is the first fatal accident at the NW200 in ten years and the 20th in the history of the race.
American Honda is recalling the off-road models CRF250R, CRF250RX, CRF250RWE, CRF450R, CRF450RX, and CRF450RWE from the 2025 and 2026 model years. The handlebar clamp can cause the handlebars to rotate unexpectedly during riding.
The Norton Manx R marks the true restart of the British heritage brand under TVS ownership. With an all-new 1,200 cc V4 engine, 206 hp, and four trim levels starting from £20,250 (approx. €23,250 / $27,440), the Manx R positions itself as a serious alternative to the Ducati Panigale V4 and BMW S 1000 RR.
A research team at Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg has developed a hydrogen combustion engine that operates emission-free in a closed cycle and achieved over 60 percent efficiency on the test bench. While the concept is not intended for motorcycles, the technology could influence the two-wheeler industry in the long term.
