In this category you will find articles covering technical topics related to motorcycles. This includes developments in engines, chassis design, electronic systems, aerodynamics, as well as new construction and production solutions from manufacturers.
The list below brings together reports on technical innovations, patents, concept studies and detailed analyses of specific components. Background information on regulations, emission standards and technical trends in racing may also be covered.
This section provides an overview of current technical developments and explains how new technologies and engineering concepts are influencing the motorcycle market.
Europas größte Motorrad-Interessenvertretungen haben ein gemeinsames Grundsatzpapier mit 17 Positionspapieren veröffentlicht. Darin fordern sie technologieneutrale Regulierung, bessere Infrastruktur und eine stärkere Berücksichtigung von Motorrädern in der europäischen Verkehrspolitik.
Chinese motorcycle manufacturer Zongshen has filed a patent for an unusual three-wheeler. The concept combines a classic trike mode with a tilting mode and uses two rear wheels instead of the now-common two front wheel configuration.
Ducati celebrates its 100th anniversary with the most radical road motorcycle in company history. The Superleggera V4 Centenario introduces carbon-ceramic brake discs and a fork with carbon stanchions to a road-legal motorcycle for the first time.
Canadian start-up NorthForge is developing the Dispatch, an electric military motorcycle for reconnaissance missions. The machine is designed to operate at temperatures from minus 35 to plus 45 degrees Celsius and will be manufactured entirely in Canada.
The Honda WN7 has only been on the market for a short time and has already collected one of the world’s most prestigious design awards. The Japanese manufacturer’s first full-fledged electric motorcycle shows where the established brands may be heading.
LiveWire surprises with a new model lineup that sounds nothing like Harley-Davidson. The S4 Honcho comes as Street and Trail versions and is set to enter production in spring 2026.
Startup OMOWAY has unveiled the OMO X, claiming it is the first self-balancing electric scooter in mass production. Space technology is supposed to keep the two-wheeler upright even while stationary.
Bridgestone commissions a state-of-the-art driving simulator. The DiM500 is set to accelerate tyre development, reduce physical prototypes and deepen collaboration with vehicle manufacturers.
Motorcycle patents reveal the future: Yamaha E-Turbo, Honda evasion system, BMW Flettner rotors, KTM range extender – this page covers all key patents and future technologies in the motorcycle industry.
BMW becomes the first automaker to deploy humanoid robots in production in Germany. A pilot project with the AEON robot from Hexagon Robotics launches at the Leipzig plant. The foundation was laid by a successful trial run at the Spartanburg plant in the US.
Kawasaki has patented a hydrogen motorcycle with four pressure tanks. What the concept means technically and why the project is unlikely to become a production model.
Automotive supplier Autoliv is working on an airbag system for motorcycles that goes far beyond previous solutions. A new patent application shows a design with upper and lower air chambers that is intended to protect the rider in the event of frontal, offset, and side impacts.
Chinese brand Benda is fitting three cruiser models with an electronically controlled air suspension that automatically adjusts seat height and spring rate. The technology comes from supplier ELAI and was developed in collaboration with Huawei.
A new patent from CFMoto provides detailed insight into the development of a lightweight electric sports motorcycle. The documents show a design clearly focused on weight reduction and compact construction.
Yamaha has filed a patent for a swing arm with variable geometry. The design is intended to enable targeted changes to traction and cornering grip while riding.
The European Union is once again discussing mandatory periodic technical inspections for all motorcycles. Representatives of motorcyclist organizations point to accident statistics that call into question the safety benefits of such inspections.
A recent patent from Honda provides insight into a very simply designed electric motorcycle. The design suggests a vehicle that is specifically designed for low cost and simple technology.
With its M2 prototype, French manufacturer Furion is presenting a new approach to hybrid motorcycles. The focus is on Eversor technology, which is designed to improve traction, recuperation, and handling.
Zongshen has filed patents for servo-assisted wheel hub steering in motorcycles. The design is based on the Cyclone RA1000, whose chassis layout is to be extensively modified for this purpose.
BMW has filed a patent describing the use of so-called Flettner rotors on motorcycles. The aim is to generate variable downforce and reduce the disadvantages of conventional winglets.
