Author: Andreas Denner

The Salzburg rider prevails at the 45th edition of the hillclimb classic in front of a record-breaking crowd. Markus Mitterbauer and Italian Salvatore Sallustro complete the podium. Datzer’s track record remains intact.

The 2026 MotoGP season faces a forced break after just three Grands Prix. Between postponed races, intense private training sessions, and new aerodynamic solutions, the paddock is anything but quiet.

The 45th Motorcycle Hillclimb from Landshaag to St. Martin in Upper Austria delivers a surprise on practice day. Emanuel Reisinger beats the entire Superbike field with his 600cc Yamaha before Thomas Altenhuber takes overall fastest time.

The HoverAir X1 ProMax shoots 8K video, flies fully autonomously, and weighs under 200 g. Our extensive hands-on test reveals why this tiny drone is a game-changer for motorcycle riders.

Autoliv, the world’s largest supplier of passive vehicle safety systems, has filed a patent for a novel chin strap system for motorcycle helmets. The technology is based on the retractor mechanism from automotive seatbelts and is designed to automatically adjust the helmet strap and lock it in place upon impact.

Italian gear manufacturer Dainese has been through turbulent years. CEO Angel Sanchez explains why he views the takeover by new investors as an opportunity for the company and what innovations are expected to hit the market in 2026.

Chinese automaker Great Wall Motor has received EU type approval for its Souo LH2000 motorcycle. The touring bike featuring the worlds first flat-eight boxer engine in a production motorcycle is now cleared for sale in all 27 EU member states.

Harley-Davidson has unveiled RIDE, a new global brand platform intended as a fresh start. What exactly changes for riders and dealers remains unclear for now.

Honda is recalling over 12,000 units of the CB 1000 Hornet and CB 1000 Hornet SP model year 2025 worldwide. A misrouted cable can cause the fuel line to disconnect from the tank.

Honda test rider Aleix Espargaro was seriously injured during a private MotoGP test at the Sepang International Circuit. The Spaniard sustained four vertebral fractures and multiple contusions on Tuesday, narrowly avoiding spinal cord damage.

The redesigned KTM Freeride E launches as the 2027 model year. The street-legal electric enduro brings more battery capacity, a more powerful motor, and a sport enduro-level chassis while remaining in the A1 category.

Aprilia brings the RS 457 GP Replica, an upgraded special edition of Germany’s best-selling A2 sport motorcycle, to market. In addition to the MotoGP-style racing livery, it comes standard with an electronic quickshifter and improved brakes.

MotoGP heads toward one of its biggest upheavals as Aprilia dominates, Ducati battles a severe tire problem, and the seat reshuffling for the 2027 850cc era gains momentum. Featuring an engine expert returning from Honda to KTM, a possible Ducati dream team, and a Superbike star locked out of the top class.

Dutch study on motorcycle accidents: Five accident types identify where action is needed

Royal Enfield has released the complete specifications of the Flying Flea C6. The brand first electric motorcycle launches in India on April 10 with a 3.91 kWh battery claiming 154 kilometers of range.

Ten Kate converts the Yamaha R6 with a crossplane crankshaft from the R1. The Dutch racing and tuning specialist Ten Kate Racing Products has unveiled a unique project: a Yamaha YZF-R6 with a completely newly developed crossplane crankshaft. The one-off build combines R1 engine technology with the compact supersport platform and is available for 49,900 euros plus VAT.

Honda sends both MotoGP test riders to the track simultaneously with the 850cc prototype for the first time. The current test in Sepang could accelerate the timeline for the 2027 season.

MV Agusta revives the Rush as a limited Titanio edition. With a Euro 5+ engine, semi-active suspension, and an extensive titanium package, the hyper naked limited to 300 units is priced at 44,900 euros.

Cardo launches the Packtalk-S and 4X-S, two integrated communication systems specifically developed for third-generation Shoei helmets. Both systems virtually disappear inside the helmet and offer an alternative to the existing Sena SRL03.

Cumbria-based DAO Racing has announced its return to international road racing after a two-year absence. With two-time BSB champion Josh Brookes and a Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade, the team heads to the North West 200 and Isle of Man TT in 2026.