The traditional May Day motorcycle meet in Nuremberg once again drew tens of thousands to Münchener Straße in 2026. For the first time, the city cracked down on unauthorized commercial stalls and entertainment with a general ordinance.
Chinese manufacturer Bashan has brought the BS1200-G, a 1,200 cc hardtail bobber, to type approval. It is powered by a Shineray V-twin that bears a striking resemblance to the discontinued Harley-Davidson Evolution engine.
BMW Motorrad France introduces the R 1300 GS Adventure Dark Edition, a limited special variant of BMW’s best-selling motorcycle. With Triple Black design, heated seats and alarm system, it costs 22,900 euros after customer discount — available only in France.
MotoGP is abolishing wildcard entries entirely from the 2027 season. The Grand Prix Commission has approved the rule change, which applies to all manufacturers regardless of concession status. Test riders like Dani Pedrosa and Michele Pirro lose their last opportunity for race appearances.
The new Voge R125S combines traction control, a built-in 1080p dashcam and a color LCD with Bluetooth at a price that significantly undercuts the Japanese competition. The 125cc naked has been available at European dealers since April 2026.
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.
