Aerodynamic winglets have been an integral part of modern supersports bikes for several years now, having established themselves in MotoGP. Now another technical concept from motorsport appears to be coming to the roads: so-called “downwash ducts” on the lower side panels of motorcycles.
Suzuki, a name that has long been synonymous with excellence in the world of motorcycle racing, surprised the motorsport world at the end of 2022 with its decision to withdraw from the MotoGP World Championship. This news came as a surprise to fans and experts alike, especially as Suzuki had just won the title with Joan Mir in 2020 and also finished 2022 strongly with two victories in the last three races. However, despite these successes and a promising future, the Japanese company decided to leave racing behind.
The Harley-Davidson subsidiary LiveWire is currently in the spotlight after it was announced that almost all units of the 2024 models S2 Del Mar and S2 Mulholland are affected by a recall. The background to this is a problem with the high-voltage fuse, which could fail under certain conditions and lead to a sudden loss of drive power.
The Chinese brand CFMoto continues to work on expanding its range on the international market and presenting new models. Following the presentation of the three-cylinder super sports bike CFMoto 675 SR-R at the EICMA 2023 in Milan, another model based on the same technical platform has now been spotted in China: the CFMoto 675 NK, a naked bike variant.
The Honda Grom is a popular model among custom bike enthusiasts, but this particular project clearly stands out from the usual conversions. What happens when you combine a compact Honda Grom with a powerful Ducati Panigale 1199 engine? The result is a motorcycle that is unique both visually and in terms of performance. In this article, we take a detailed look at this extraordinary custom build.
MV Agusta, the traditional Italian motorcycle manufacturer, recently became part of the Pierer Mobility Group, which also includes KTM, Husqvarna and GASGAS. Exciting developments are in the pipeline under the new management. In an interview with the Italian magazine Motociclismo, the new CEO of MV Agusta, Hubert Trunkenpolz, gave an insight into the company's plans for the future. In particular, the development of a new three-cylinder engine and the question of a possible engine sharing with KTM were discussed.
After a five-year absence, the Pierer Mobility Group is returning to EICMA, the world's largest motorcycle trade fair, in 2024. The return is eagerly awaited by many, as the group unites several brands under one roof: KTM, Husqvarna, GASGAS and MV Agusta. Pierer Mobility plans to unveil an impressive line-up of new models and concepts at the show, which are sure to pique the interest of motorcycle fans worldwide.
With the announcement of the Ducati Panigale V2 Superquadro Final Edition for fall 2024, an era seems to be coming to an end. But while Ducati is saying goodbye to the last model of the Panigale V2 in its current form, there are many indications that the history of the V2 engine is far from over. A completely new model is set to enter the stage in 2025 and continue the tradition of 90-degree V-twin engines.
Ducati, known for its success on the road and race track, is expanding its repertoire and venturing into the world of motocross for the first time. With the Desmo450 MX and nine-time world champion Tony Cairoli as rider, the brand from Borgo Panigale will celebrate its debut at the MXGP in the Netherlands. This race marks the beginning of a new era for Ducati, as they intend to compete in the entire world championship with the Desmo450 MX in 2025 and start series production of the model.
Ducati Corse has announced that Fabio Di Giannantonio has signed a new two-year contract for the 2025 and 2026 seasons. The Italian rider will continue to race with the factory-backed VR46 Racing Team on an official Desmosedici GP.
A shocking incident occurred in Rawang, Selangor, Malaysia, when a drunk driver dragged a motorcycle with his vehicle for a distance of about 500 meters. The incident caused horror among other road users who tried to get the driver to stop.
Yamaha is currently working on a new electric motorcycle designed for high performance and optimized battery capacity. The recently filed patent applications show that the Japanese manufacturer is working flat out on the development of an electric sports bike. The aim is to make optimum use of the available space for batteries while reducing the overall weight.