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In this category you will find the latest news from the motorcycle world. This includes developments from manufacturers, technical updates, market movements, as well as topics related to industry, business and regulation.
The list below brings together reports from various areas — ranging from racing and new models to corporate decisions and regulatory changes. Articles are presented in a factual manner and, where available, include relevant background information.
This section provides a central overview of current events and developments within the motorcycle sector.
MV Agusta has published a manifesto on its own self-description, Motorcycle Art, revealing the rules by which materials and workmanship are chosen across the entire model range. From the visible tank emblem to the hidden bracket, every component is meant to follow the same standard.
After several serious start-line crashes, MotoGP is embroiled in a debate over just how dangerous ride-height devices and holeshot systems really are. Marc Marquez shifts the debate to a different point, while a positive update on Johann Zarco’s injury and the 2027 rider market keep the paddock talking.
BMW Motorrad has revealed the running changes for model year 2027, primarily reshuffling colors, editions, and equipment packages. The only genuine technical update is found in the frame of the M 1000 RR, while several key GS models are missing from the list.
Brembo has developed a new brake caliper for the 2027 MotoGP season that is around 80 grams lighter while still aiming to deliver the familiar braking feel. Some teams have already tried the part during testing in Misano, with further data expected from Brno.
Ahead of the German GP at the Sachsenring, physical and sporting setbacks dominate the headlines. Several riders enter the last race weekend before the summer break either injured or under pressure.
Yamaha has filled its MotoGP factory team for the 2027 and 2028 seasons with championship leader Jorge Martin and Japan’s Ai Ogura. The announcement lands right in the middle of the shift to the new 850cc era, one day after confirming the departures of Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins.
According to a Financial Times report, Volkswagen is said to be considering a sale of the motorcycle brand Ducati. An official statement from the corporation does not dismiss the speculation but instead refers to a fundamental restructuring.
Starting October 1, 2026, new regulations on protective equipment for motorcyclists and on behavior in traffic jams will apply in Spain. The changes affect not only locals but also anyone traveling to Spain by motorcycle.
Allen Millyard is auctioning his Millyard Viper V10, a one-of-a-kind motorcycle powered by an eight-liter V10 engine from a Dodge Viper. The machine goes under the hammer on July 22, 2026, at H&H Classics in the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull.
Pedro Acosta has undergone surgery on his right wrist to treat a longstanding carpal tunnel syndrome. The KTM rider is targeting a return at the German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring.
Brough Superior Dagger S with 102 HP and a new riding position: narrower, sportier, and with honeycomb carbon. What separates the S version from the standard Dagger.
A non-running 1931 Harley-Davidson VL from Steve McQueen’s former collection sold on Bring a Trailer for approximately 65,800 euros (75,000 US dollars). Despite corrosion and missing parts, the extensively documented provenance from the 1984 McQueen estate auction drove strong bidding interest.
A research team has produced a metal that is significantly stronger than steel yet can still deform without breaking. If the process can be scaled up, future motorcycles could become both lighter and more robust.
Yamaha has officially confirmed the departure of both factory riders Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins at the end of the 2026 season. Quartararo is heading to Honda in 2027, while Jorge Martin and Ai Ogura are set to take over the Japanese factory team.
In the Mexican city of Lagos de Moreno, an unknown vigilante is taping suspected motorcycle thieves to lampposts and publicly shaming them. On social media, he is celebrated as Batman, while the prosecutor’s office classifies the taped-up individuals as victims and is searching for the person or persons responsible.
The revised naked bike gains new WP suspension technology, a sharper design and more comfort without getting more expensive. The price stays at 8,699 euros (approximately $9,400), with sales starting in late July 2026.
At the first joint test of MotoGP regular riders with the 850cc prototypes and Pirelli tires, one thing stood out above all: less power, a noticeably different riding feel, and for some riders the sensation of sitting in an entirely new class. The riders were not allowed to reveal everything, but they shared enough to hint at what the premier class will feel like from 2027.
Insta360 launches the Luna Ultra, its first gimbal camera, taking direct aim at DJI’s Osmo Pocket lineup. The Leica co-developed model combines two lenses, 8K video and a detachable touchscreen that doubles as a remote control.
Volkswagen is facing the largest restructuring in its corporate history and is reviewing the sale of non-core assets. This puts motorcycle manufacturer Ducati back in the spotlight as a potential divestiture candidate.