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The 2026 MotoGP season is the last under the current 1000cc regulations. From 2027, new rules with 850cc engines and Pirelli tyres will apply. This page is your central hub for everything MotoGP 2026: current standings, race calendar, all teams and riders, technical changes and the outlook for the new era.
The former MotoGP rider is back on a factory Road Glide for the 2026 season. With three podium finishes under his belt, the Briton aims to challenge for the top spot in the bagger racing series.
Harley-Davidson has released its 2026 event calendar. From the Italian Adriatic to the island of Sylt and Lake Faak in Austria, numerous festivals, charity events and tours await motorcycle fans of all brands.
Harley-Davidson unveiled a cafe racer concept called RMCR at the Mama Tried Show in Milwaukee. The bike is based on the Revolution Max platform with 150 hp and features Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes, and an Akrapovič exhaust system.
The Harley-Davidson Sportster S has to go back to the workshop. After an initial recall failed to solve the problem with the upper triple clamp, the manufacturer is now issuing a second recall, this time to replace the entire component.
Following the presentation of its latest annual figures, Harley Davidson has confirmed that jobs will also be cut as part of a comprehensive cost-cutting program. At an investor conference, the new CEO Artie Starrs made it clear that structural adjustments were necessary in order to realign the company.
The US motorcycle manufacturer ended the 2025 financial year with significant losses. A 26 percent drop in sales is forcing the company to implement structural measures and adopt a stronger international focus.
Harley-Davidson is significantly expanding its portfolio for the 2026 model year, presenting a total of 13 new motorcycles and trikes. The focus is on new Grand American Touring models, redesigned trikes, a specially equipped Pan America 1250 Limited, and limited special editions.
Bradley Smith speaks openly about the differences between a MotoGP bike and heavy Harley-Davidson baggers. The Brit explains why the approximately 280-kilogram racing machines are supposed to perform particularly well on European Grand Prix tracks.
Harley-Davidson has unveiled its first motorcycles for the 2026 model year and will continue the presentation in January. In addition to revised touring and cruiser models, new variants from the Adventure and CVO ranges are also set to follow.
Reports have recently been circulating on social media and tabloid websites about alleged mass closures of Harley-Davidson dealerships in the USA. At the same time, there are indeed profound changes taking place in the German dealer network, but these have other causes.
Harley-Davidson is making sweeping changes at the management level shortly before the second round of presentations for its 2026 model range. The motorcycle manufacturer is focusing on new roles, returning employees with many years of experience, and a stronger focus on its dealer network and Milwaukee location.
The Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup will celebrate its premiere in 2026 as part of the MotoGP World Championship. At the same time, Harley-Davidson is expanding its financial support program for riders and teams in several racing classes.
Harley-Davidson is inspecting numerous Softail models worldwide because a component weakness in the rear shock absorber is believed to be a safety issue. Recall 0188 covers models from the 2017 to 2024 model years.
Harley Davidson and its financial division HDFS are drawing a clear line at the end of the year and repaying a large block of older debts ahead of schedule. The measures affect bonds with a total volume of over a billion dollars and are intended to strengthen the group’s financial base. The steps indicate a strategic reorganization of the financial base.
The Harley Davidson X440T expands the manufacturer’s existing entry-level segment and sets new standards, particularly in terms of appearance. The model is once again being developed in collaboration with Hero MotoCorp and is aimed exclusively at the Indian market, where it will be available shortly, according to the manufacturer.
Harley-Davidson’s 2025 Let’s Ride Challenge – Ride for Heroes ran across the United States between March 28 and October 31 and became one of the manufacturer’s largest participatory campaigns. More than 29,000 registered participants collectively racked up 83.4 million miles on their Harley-Davidson motorcycles. This significantly exceeded the original target of 50 million miles and triggered a donation of US$1 million (approx. €920,000) to various organizations that support military personnel, veterans, and first responders.
Harley-Davidson announced further details about the planned Bagger World Cup at EICMA in Milan. The US brand presented the official logo for the new series, showed off a prototype of the racing machine, and introduced the first three teams for the inaugural 2026 season. The international racing series will take place over six MotoGP weekends and represents a significant step forward in Harley-Davidson’s motorsports tradition.
Harley-Davidson has unveiled selected motorcycles for the 2026 model year, which are expected to be available from authorized dealers worldwide starting in the first quarter of 2026. The announcement was made on the official website and in the video “Model Year 2026 Reveal – Chapter One – November 4th” on the company’s YouTube channel. Another presentation of new models, including the limited edition Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) collection, is scheduled for January 14, 2026.
Harley-Davidson has been under pressure for years. The legendary motorcycle brand is struggling with a changing market environment, an aging target group, and the consequences of economic uncertainty. With the change at the top of the company—Artie Starrs took over the leadership at the beginning of October—the mood among dealers now seems to be noticeably improving.
