Browsing: Motorcycles 2025

QJMotor is expanding its range in France with the SRK 800 Dark Edition. The new model features a reduced equipment package, enabling a significantly lower entry-level price.

With the launch of the CFMOTO 250SR Lite at the PETRONAS Malaysia MotoGP 2025, the manufacturer is expanding its model range in the sporty lightweight segment. The 250SR Lite adopts the sporty design of CFMOTO’s larger SR models, while some technical details reflect the partnership with KTM. The close cooperation with KTM is evident, among other things, in the fact that CFMOTO competes in Moto3 with the RC 250 GP under its own colors and logos. Technically, the new 250SR Lite is based in part on the KTM 250 Duke.

With the Stark Varg SM, the young Spanish company Stark Future is presenting a new generation of electric supermotos. The model, which is based on the Varg EX enduro variant, combines low weight, high performance, and innovative technology. According to the manufacturer, the SM has been developed for use on the road and on racetracks and, with its impressive power-to-weight ratio, is positioned at the top of all series supermotos.

With the RSV4 X-GP, Aprilia has opened another chapter in the history of exclusive super sports bikes. The strictly limited special edition model was unveiled at the Catalan Grand Prix and sold out worldwide after just 14 days. Only 30 units were produced in total, which is likely to have further increased interest among collectors and racing enthusiasts. The retail price was €90,000 (around $97,500) plus VAT.

With the LFC 700 PRO, BENDA presents the technically and chassis-wise revised version of its eye-catching power cruiser. The model complements the previous LFC 700 and focuses on a more finely tuned overall package. Under the motto “Beyond the Ordinary,” the design has been retained, but the technical basis has been specifically further developed.

With the RSV4 X-GP, Aprilia Racing celebrates ten years of RS-GP in MotoGP and at the same time presents the most extreme version of the RSV4 ever built. Unveiled at the Catalan Grand Prix, the special edition, limited to 30 units, is intended exclusively for the racetrack and embodies the maximum of what Aprilia derives from its MotoGP know-how for the open market.

To mark the 2025 French Grand Prix, Yamaha Motor France has unveiled a special model tailored to the domestic market. The Yamaha MT-07 Grand Prix de France Edition Exclusive has been created especially for French MotoGP fans, featuring eye-catching blue, white, and red paintwork. Technically, the bike remains unchanged, but it offers a number of special features in terms of appearance and price.

QJMotor has responded surprisingly quickly to the mixed reactions to the appearance of the SRK 450 RR and is launching a revised version after just one year. The model family based on the sporty 421 cc four-cylinder engine continues to grow, but the focus is now primarily on the design.

TVS Motor Company has unveiled two new special models in its Raider series in India. Under the name “Super Squad Edition” (SSE), variants are now available that are visually based on the Marvel characters Deadpool and Wolverine. The models follow on from the previously released special editions in the style of Iron Man and Black Panther.

BMW Motorrad France is launching two limited edition models in late summer 2025: the BMW R 1300 GS Dark Edition and the BMW F 900 GS Dark Edition. Both feature a distinctly dark appearance and include additional equipment at significantly reduced prices. The promotion is valid exclusively in France and only until the end of September 2025.

With the introduction of the Triumph Thruxton 400, the British manufacturer is launching another model for the A2 segment that deliberately focuses on the classic café racer design. The machine was initially presented for the Indian market, but is also set to be launched globally later this year.

Stark Future presents the Varg MX 1.2, the second generation of its electric motocross bike, which now comes with numerous enhancements. The focus of the redesign is on greater range, an optimized chassis, and technical upgrades—while the electric motor continues to offer the highest performance in this segment.

The sporty Zontes 703 RR has been available on the German market since July 2025. Chinese manufacturer Guangdong Tayo Motorcycle Technology Co. Ltd., known for its Zontes brand, is bringing a fully faired three-cylinder sports bike to Europe. The motorcycle has extensive features that are rarely found in this price range. The model was already introduced in Italy in early summer 2025.

With the Voge RR500S, the Chinese manufacturer is introducing a new lightweight model to the class of sporty mid-range motorcycles. The RR500S competes with established models such as the Yamaha R7 and R9, Aprilia RS660, and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R. Particularly striking is the four-cylinder engine, which has become rare in this displacement class.

Honda has unveiled the new CB125 Hornet in India. The occasion was the 25th anniversary of Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India (HMSI). With the introduction of the CB125 Hornet and the Shine 100 DX, Honda not only wants to score points in its home market, but also to tap into new segments. While the Shine 100 DX is primarily considered an affordable entry-level model for the Indian market, the CB125 Hornet is aimed at sporty riders in the 125cc segment – an area that has recently been dominated by the TVS Raider 125 and Hero Xtreme 125R.

TVS Motors has unveiled the new Apache RTR 160 2V model in India. The most striking new feature is the dual-channel ABS, which is now standard and provides additional safety when braking. Following the redesign of the sporty Apache RTR 160 4V model at the end of 2024, the two-valve version is now also receiving a comprehensive upgrade.

Buell has unveiled a new version of its flagship model: the Hammerhead 1190 Freedom Edition. The most striking feature is the eye-catching stars and stripes design, which clearly sets this special edition apart from the familiar models. For the time being, the Freedom Edition will be available exclusively to customers in the US. Although Buell recently returned to the British market, there is no information yet as to whether this version will also be available in Europe.

KTM has released the first concrete details about the 690 Enduro R for the 2026 model year. Following a presentation at this year’s Adventure Bike Rider Festival, the Austrian manufacturer has confirmed that the revised Enduro will be available at dealers from the beginning of next year. The focus is on a fundamental redesign of the well-known LC4 single-cylinder engine, but also on numerous innovations in the areas of electronics and ergonomics.

With the new GSX-8T and GSX-8TT models, Suzuki presents two motorcycles that take up the legacy of legendary machines such as the T500 and bring it into the present. The “Retro Spirit, Next Generation Performance” concept combines classic design with advanced technology, making these models ideal for riders who appreciate both timeless looks and modern performance.

British motorcycle manufacturer Brough Superior has teamed up with renowned watchmaker Richard Mille to present the RMB01, an exclusive custom-built model that combines luxury, technology, and craftsmanship. Strictly limited to just 150 units, the RMB01 sets new standards in the high-end motorcycle segment, combining classic design with state-of-the-art technology.