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In this category you will find reports on current rumors, speculation and information that has not yet been officially confirmed within the motorcycle industry. This may include potential new models, technical developments, planned collaborations or possible changes in racing and manufacturer strategies.
The list below brings together related reports and places them into context. It is clearly indicated whether the information is based on official statements, insider reports or industry speculation.
This section provides an overview of topics that are still in development or under discussion and whose details may change over time.
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.
A new patent from QJMotor describes a superbike with movable winglets whose left and right sides can be adjusted separately. With this, the Chinese manufacturer picks up a concept that rival CFMoto has already announced for the V4 SR-RR.
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.
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.
The Triumph Bonneville 400 has been spotted again during test rides in India, bringing it closer to its market launch. Spy shots suggest that the model is more than a retro-styled derivative of the Speed 400 and is built on its own frame with independent engineering.
Moto Guzzi is preparing The Trip 500, its first entry-level model based on an Aprilia parallel twin, breaking with the brand’s traditional V-twin architecture. Spy shots and multiple trademark filings suggest the project is nearing production readiness.
The Pulsar range turns a quarter century old in 2026. To mark the anniversary, Bajaj is planning the most comprehensive update of its Classic models in nearly two decades.
Since late May 2026, numerous internet accounts have been attacking motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson while simultaneously recommending rival brand Indian Motorcycle. Behind this wave could be a PR agency whose trail leads to a former associate of Donald Trump.
Harley-Davidson has filed two new word marks for motorcycles: Deadwood and Low Bob. Whether these will actually become production models remains open, but the filings offer early clues about the future direction of the model lineup.
Yamaha is advancing trademark registrations for the YZF-R2 name worldwide. Recent filings in the USA and numerous other countries point to a new sportbike with around 200 cubic centimeters of displacement, set to be positioned below the existing YZF-R3.
CFMoto is expanding its cruiser family and for the first time relies on a true V-twin in the 250 cc segment. The CLC-V250 uses an entirely new engine and fundamentally differs from the existing single-cylinder version.
LiveWire is showing pre-production models of the S4 Honcho in the USA. The electric mini motorcycles in Street and Trail versions are expected to hit the market in summer 2026 and come at a significantly lower price than any previous LiveWire model.
Zero Motorcycles previewed the next generation of its electric motorcycles with the Lompico Concept at EICMA 2025. Now design patents at the EU trademark office indicate that the study is heading for production.
Chinese design registrations reveal the Morbidelli T125WR, a new 125cc dual-sport motorcycle with a dedicated off-road chassis, DOHC single-cylinder engine and aluminum swingarm. The model marks a clear departure from Morbidelli’s existing 125cc platform.
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BMW Motorrad chief Markus Flasch poses with six near-production-ready R20 units in Munich. The retro roadster with a 2,000 cc boxer engine moves significantly closer to production.
Royal Enfield expands its 452 cc family with a third model. The Scram 450 is set to bridge the gap between the Himalayan 450 and Guerrilla 450, with a market launch expected in 2027.
At the AWE 2026 electronics fair in Shanghai, the new brand Guruma unveiled a superbike with a 1,051 cc inline four-cylinder, radar assistance, and AI-powered road surface analysis. Whether these ambitious promises can be delivered remains to be seen.
Ai Ogura will ride for the Yamaha factory team from 2027 alongside Jorge Martin. The Japanese rider leaves Trackhouse Aprilia for a works contract.