Maverick Viñales accuses KTM of sending him a contract only to declare it void shortly after. KTM motorsport director Pit Beirer disputes this account, insisting a seat is still open — but time is running out.
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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.
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The German Grand Prix starts with a rollercoaster for Marc Marquez: an early crash in the first practice, then the fastest time of the afternoon. Friday goes far worse for Francesco Bagnaia, who misses out on a direct spot in the decisive qualifying segment.
Four men from Bristol have been jailed for a combined 24 years after stealing and reselling motorcycles and mopeds for months. The gang proudly showed off their crimes on social media and were caught after a botched theft in December.
Suzuki is reportedly preparing a revised GSX250R with winglets, a new variable valve lift system and more power. Chinese type-approval documents reveal the changes in detail and hint at an imminent market launch.
Triumph is giving six well-known motorcycles fresh paint schemes for the 2027 model year, from the Tiger Sport 800 to the Rocket 3 Storm. The new colours reach dealers from August 2026, most of them as premium variants with a small price increase.
CFMoto and Brembo have agreed on a long-term strategic partnership that goes far beyond a simple supply relationship. Future mid- and large-capacity motorcycles are set to benefit, as their braking systems will be co-developed from the very start.
For the 100th edition of the 6DAYS FIM Enduro of Nations, KTM is launching a limited EXC special series with one two-stroke and four four-stroke models. The machines feature a design in Portugal’s colours and are set to reach dealers from August.
Yamaha is offering the YZF-R6 as a pure track model one final time, bringing an end to production of the model line. Ordering is limited to two windows in Japan, with delivery planned for February 2027.
With a win at the German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring, Marc Marquez can equal a record that has stood for half a century. At the same time, crucial championship points are at stake for him.
The Kawasaki Ninja H2 2027 is reportedly certified at just 197 hp instead of 228 hp, according to homologation filings. Here’s what’s behind the drop and why the comparison is misleading.
ZXMoto has put two new middleweight motorcycles into production, the 820RR-R and the 820R, arriving first at dealers in China. The more powerful 820RR-R produces 145 hp and uses components from Brembo and KYB, while the naked 820R is built on the same three-cylinder engine.
Most starting spots for the 2027 MotoGP season are already set, and several well-known names find no place left. Pedro Acosta moves to Ducati, Pecco Bagnaia leaves the factory team, and up to five rookies are set to join the premier class.
Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali has spoken publicly for the first time about the sale rumors surrounding owner Volkswagen. According to him, there are currently no discussions about a sale happening at the Borgo Panigale plant.
Ducati unveiled its first racing supermoto, the Desmo450 SM, at the World Ducati Week 2026 in Misano. The pre-production model is based on the Desmo450 MX, is intended exclusively for competition use, and will be fully revealed with complete technical specifications in September.
A 20-year-old motorcycle safety instructor has died in Philadelphia after a hit-and-run in which a white SUV dragged him for more than a mile. Police continue to search for the fleeing driver, while the family and an anonymous donor have offered a reward.
KTM has completely reshuffled its MotoGP factory line-up for the new 850cc era starting in 2027, signing Alex Marquez and Fabio Di Giannantonio. Both riders signed multi-year contracts, while current factory riders Pedro Acosta and Brad Binder leave the team.
A rider was fatally injured at the Skerries 100 in Ireland, prompting a statement from governing body Motorcycling Ireland. The race day was abandoned — the second fatality in road racing within a week.
For its 100th anniversary, the Misano World Circuit became the center of the Ducati world for three days. With 118,036 visitors from 94 countries, the Centenary edition of the World Ducati Week recorded the biggest turnout in its history, according to the manufacturer.
A week before the German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring, the MotoGP title fight is wide open. At the same time the rider line-up for 2027 is reshuffling, and reigning world champion Marc Marquez talks about his goals and records after signing his new Ducati contract.
Nicolò Bulega has won the 2026 Lenovo Race of Champions at the Misano World Circuit, beating Ducati’s assembled MotoGP stars in the process. The Superbike world championship leader led the ten-lap race from start to finish, taking the win ahead of Alberto Surra and Lorenzo Baldassarri.