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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R 2027: The Four-Cylinder Scream Opens Up to the A2 License
Kawasaki unveiled the 2027 Ninja ZX-4R, a 399cc inline-four making 77hp (57kW) at 15,000rpm, now offered in a 35kW (48hp) restricted version for A2 license holders. The base model starts at €8,990, while the Showa-suspended RR runs €9,790, with sales set to begin for the 2027 season.
Moto.it · 8/5/2026
Aprilia RS 660 Factory Spy Shots Hint at 2027 Update
Dutch outlet Motor.nl has published spy photos of what appears to be a 2027 prototype of the Aprilia RS 660 Factory. The images reveal a reshaped fuel tank, revised exhaust routing, and a new instrument cluster. The engine appears to remain the current 659cc parallel-twin (roughly 183kg dry), and the site speculates an official reveal could come at EICMA 2026 in November.
Motor.nl · 8/5/2026
Benelli Unveils TRK 902 Stradale, a Road-Focused Adventure Bike with 93 HP
Benelli has revealed the TRK 902 Stradale, a more road-oriented take on its adventure line. The 904cc parallel-twin makes 93.2 hp and 90 Nm, paired with a 7-inch TFT display and an ARAS suite that includes blind-spot detection and rear collision warning. A 21-liter tank is claimed to deliver over 400 km of range.
Motorcycle Sports · 8/5/2026
2026 Lambretta J200 Scooter Debuts in Malaysia, Reviving the J Series
Lambretta's new J200 scooter had its first public preview in Malaysia at Art of Speed 2026. Powered by a 174.5cc liquid-cooled engine making 16.8 hp, the 139kg scooter comes with two-channel ABS as standard and design cues drawn from the classic J Series, aimed squarely at urban riders.
Paul Tan · 8/5/2026
Suzuki Updates Burgman 400 ABS for E10 Fuel, Price Held at ¥980,100
Suzuki will launch an E10-compatible version of its Burgman 400 ABS maxi-scooter on August 18, adapting the 399cc single-cylinder, 29-hp model to run on bioethanol-blended fuel. The price stays unchanged at ¥980,100, and all three existing colors carry over.
モーサイ · 8/5/2026
Suzuki's 2027 Burgman 400 ABS Ships August 18, Price Held Steady
Suzuki will launch the 2027 Burgman 400 ABS on August 18. The headline change is compatibility with E10 (10% ethanol-blend) gasoline, while the 399cc single-cylinder engine, 21kW/35N·m output and 218kg curb weight all carry over unchanged. Pricing stays flat at ¥980,100.
Webike · 8/5/2026
Triumph Malaysia Reveals New Tracker 400 and Thruxton 400
Triumph's Malaysian arm has revealed the new Tracker 400 and Thruxton 400. Pricing starts at RM27,900 for the Tracker 400 and RM29,900 for the Thruxton 400. Both share a 400cc engine making 42PS at 9,000rpm, a 5% peak-power gain over the previous generation.
Malaysian Riders · 8/5/2026
Kawasaki Unveils New Ninja 400, Priced at ¥814,000 for a September 5 Launch
Kawasaki has revealed the new Ninja 400, going on sale September 5 for ¥814,000 (tax included). It pairs a 398cc parallel-twin engine with an assist-and-slipper clutch and lightweight trellis frame, with a 310mm semi-floating front disc. It comes in a single Metallic Carbon Gray x Ebony colorway.
くるまのニュース · 8/5/2026
Honda's V3R 900 May Spawn a Family of Derivatives, Including a Naturally Aspirated V3
Speculation is building around Honda's turbocharged V3R 900 E-Compressor, with reports pointing to several derivative models in the works: a neo-retro replica evoking the NS400R, a dirt-tracker-styled variant, and cafe racer and scrambler versions running a naturally aspirated V3. The renderings in the report are the outlet's own speculative illustrations, not an official Honda announcement.
Webike · 8/5/2026
Aveta Launches Vanguard 180 Scooter in Malaysia From RM9,398
Malaysian newcomer Aveta has launched the Vanguard 180 scooter with a 174cc liquid-cooled single making 18.2hp. The standard model costs RM9,398 while the Explorer pack with a top box and crash bars costs RM9,698. It features a 7-inch TFT touchscreen with dashcam playback and is pitched as an Adventure Touring Crossover for new riders.
Paul Tan · 8/5/2026
Kawasaki's 2027 Ninja 400 Gets a New Color, Launches September 5
Kawasaki will launch the 2027 model-year Ninja 400 on September 5, adding a new Metallic Carbon Gray and Ebony color scheme priced at 814,000 yen including tax. The 398cc parallel-twin comes with an assist-and-slipper clutch and a low seat height, keeping the bike approachable for beginners while staying capable for veteran riders.
バイクのニュース · 8/5/2026
Yamaha Design Filing Reveals New Center-Motor Electric Scooter
A Japanese design registration has revealed Yamaha is developing a new electric scooter with a center-mounted motor driving the rear wheel via belt, a departure from its previous hub-motor scooters. Sized for the 125cc commuter class, it would compete with Honda's UC3 and CUV e:, and appears to use a swappable battery under the seat. The filing is currently registered only in Japan.
Motorrad und Reisen · 8/5/2026
BMW Motorrad Hits 150,000 Bikes Built in Brazil as Manaus Plant Turns 10
BMW Motorrad has reached 150,000 motorcycles produced at its Manaus, Brazil plant, marking the factory's 10th anniversary. The milestone bike was an R 1300 GS Adventure Triple Black, powered by a 145hp boxer engine making 15.19kgf-m with a 30-liter aluminum tank. The plant now builds 13 models and is BMW Motorrad's only dedicated motorcycle factory outside Germany.
Tudo de Motos · 8/4/2026
CFMOTO 750SR-S Hits the Track, Takes Aim at the 3/4-Liter Class Under $13K
Australia's BikeReview put the new CFMOTO 750SR-S through its paces at Sydney Motorsport Park. The 749cc inline-four makes a claimed 110hp at 213kg, with Brembo brakes and a single-sided swingarm. The tester reached 210km/h on track, and the bike rides away for under AU$13,000.
BikeReview · 8/4/2026
BMW's M1000XR Lineup in Japan: Three Grades, Green Edition Limited to 20
BMW's Japan import catalog covers the three domestic grades of the M1000XR series. The 999cc inline-four makes 201PS and 113N·m, priced at ¥3,339,000 for the base M1000XR and ¥4,059,000 for both the M Competition and the Aurelius Green Edition. The Green Edition is limited to 20 units in Japan.
オートバイ · 8/4/2026
QJ Motor's SRT 600 SX Crossover Tested: €5,450 Buys Comfort and Kit
Italian outlet InSella test-rode QJ Motor's SRT 600 SX crossover, powered by a 698cc engine producing up to 70hp and priced at €5,450. Reviewers praised its ride comfort and generous standard equipment, but flagged its heft at low speed and soft brake response.
InSella · 8/4/2026
BMW's Manaus Plant Hits 150,000 Bikes at Its 10-Year Mark
BMW Motorrad's factory in Manaus, Brazil marked its 10th anniversary by producing its 150,000th motorcycle, a R 1300 GS Adventure Triple Black. Described as the only facility outside Germany dedicated solely to motorcycle production, the plant now builds 13 models. Plant Director Alex Donatti called the overlap of the two milestones 'even more special.'
AutoPapo · 8/4/2026
SYM's TTLBT Maxi-Scooter Tested: 508cc, 45.5hp, and a €10,999 Price Tag
French outlet Le Repaire des Motards rode Taiwanese maker SYM's TTLBT maxi-scooter roughly 180km across Sardinia. The 508cc parallel-twin makes 45.5hp and comes with an electric windscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Bosch ABS. Reviewers liked the handling and engine, but flagged chain drive and the €10,999 price as barriers to wider adoption.
Le Repaire des Motards · 8/4/2026
Royal Enfield's 2026 Meteor 350 Charms with Refreshingly Simple Cruising
TopSpeed reviewed the 2026 Royal Enfield Meteor 350, powered by an air-cooled 349cc single making 20.2hp and rated around 84mpg. Starting at $4,899, the bike lacks complex electronics, and reviewers said that mechanical simplicity makes it genuinely enjoyable to ride even at city speeds.
TopSpeed · 8/4/2026
Aprilia's Tuareg 660 Rally Quietly Becomes the Middleweight ADV Favorite
TopSpeed names the Aprilia Tuareg 660 Rally, priced at $13,799, the quiet favorite of the middleweight adventure class. Its 659cc parallel-twin makes 80hp at a curb weight around 439lbs, 30-35+ pounds lighter than the DesertX, F 900 GS, and 890 Adventure R, with back-to-back Africa Eco Race wins backing up the pedigree.
TopSpeed · 8/4/2026
Honda's CBR650R E-Clutch Drops to $9,199, Now the Cheapest Inline-Four Sportbike
The 2026 Honda CBR650R E-Clutch is now priced at $9,199, down from $9,399 in 2025, making it the cheapest current inline-four sportbike on sale. The 649cc four makes roughly 94hp at a curb weight of about 466lbs, undercutting the Yamaha YZF-R7, Triumph Daytona 660, and Suzuki GSX-8R.
TopSpeed · 8/4/2026
CFMoto's V4 SR-RR Hits a GPS-Verified 196mph, Claimed Fastest Chinese ICE Bike
CFMoto's prototype V4 SR-RR recorded a GPS-verified 315.82km/h (196.2mph) at the Shangrao proving grounds, claimed as the fastest Chinese-built internal-combustion motorcycle to date. Its 997cc reverse-rotating-crank V4 produces over 210hp, paired with electrically adjustable winglets that cut drag 12% and add 45% more front downforce at speed.
TopSpeed · 8/4/2026
China's Kove Reportedly Developing a Lighter 350 Rally Below Its 450 Model
Chinese manufacturer Kove is reportedly developing a lighter 350cc-class adventure model to sit below its existing 450 Rally. It may share the 344cc parallel-twin (47hp) from the 350 RR, or use a single derived from the 450 Rally, with 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoked wheels expected.
Andar de Moto Brasil · 8/4/2026
Honda's 2027 X-ADV Launches in Brazil at R$93,500
Honda has launched the 2027 X-ADV in Brazil at R$93,500, carrying over the current mechanical package while adding two new colors, Matte Pearl White and Graphite Black. It keeps the 745cc parallel-twin with DCT, five riding modes, Honda Selectable Torque Control, and a 5-inch TFT display, backed by a three-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
AutoPapo · 8/4/2026
Moto Guzzi's V90 TT Takes Shape as a More Serious V85 TT Successor
Moto Guzzi is reportedly preparing a V90 TT to succeed the current V85 TT, moving to larger 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels, a redesigned rear suspension, and a displacement bump from 853cc to roughly 900cc. Designer Oberdan Bezzi is said to be positioning it as a genuine rival to the Ducati DesertX and KTM 890 Adventure R.
InSella · 8/4/2026
Yamaha Launches R15 and MT-15 MotoGP Editions in India, Starting Around ₹176,000
Yamaha has rolled out the R15 V4 MotoGP Edition at ₹176,000 and the MT-15 Version 2.0 MotoGP Edition at ₹177,000 in India. Both keep the 155cc single-cylinder engine with VVA, traction control, and dual-channel ABS, and add MotoGP-inspired graphics to Yamaha's best-selling sportbike, of which over a million units have been built locally.
BikeAdvice · 8/4/2026
KTM Preparing All-New 790 RC and 490 RC, Bringing MotoGP Ideas to the Street
KTM is reportedly preparing an all-new 790 RC and 490 RC, applying design thinking drawn from its MotoGP program to aerodynamics, chassis layout, and steering feel. Full specs and launch timing haven't been confirmed, but the move looks set to complete a full sportbike lineup: entry-level 490 RC, mid-range 790 RC, and flagship 990 RC R.
2banh · 8/4/2026
Five New Two-Wheelers Set to Launch in India Throughout August 2026
India's August 2026 launch calendar opens with the E3 Trion electric scooter on the 6th (₹90,000–₹1,00,000), followed by the next-generation Bajaj Pulsar 125/150, the Ather EL electric scooter on the 29th (₹1,15,000–₹1,40,000), the Yamaha R2 on the 27th (₹2,00,000–₹2,30,000), and an updated Honda CB350-series model later in the month.
BikeWale · 8/4/2026
BMW Compares F450 GS and R1300 GS: 'How Much GS Do You Really Need?'
A comparison feature pits BMW's F450 GS (420cc, 48 horsepower) against the R1300 GS RIDERS edition (1300cc, 145 horsepower, 149Nm), aimed at A2-license riders and downsizers versus premium adventure-touring buyers. The piece asks how much GS a given rider actually needs.
Motor.nl · 8/4/2026
Honda's X-ADV Tops Resale Rankings for 6th Straight Term, CBR1000RR-R SP Makes First Top-10
In the 57th resale value ranking based on used-bike transaction data, Honda's X-ADV took first place for a sixth consecutive term with 139.5 points. Honda claimed 8 of the top 10 spots, and the flagship CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP entered the top 10 for the first time with 89.4 points. The survey covers March-May 2026.
Webike · 8/4/2026
Revisiting the Suzuki Bandit 250 LTD's 1950s-Style Rocket Cowl
Suzuki's 1989 urban-naked Bandit 250/400 line spawned a Limited Edition variant featuring a retro "rocket cowl" styled after 1950s-60s trends, and it's drawing fresh appreciation today. Built on a low-mid-range-tuned GSX-R250R-derived engine with a dedicated FRP cowl and two-tone graphics, the bike was often overshadowed during the naked boom but has been quietly cherished by enthusiasts ever since.
RIDE HI · 8/4/2026
Honda's CB400SF Returns After Four Years, Reviving Interest in the CB vs. CBR Divide
Honda will relaunch the CB400 Super Four, discontinued in 2022, as an E-Clutch-equipped model on August 21, marking its return after four years. The bike, long familiar as a rider-training staple, has renewed interest in the difference between the naked "CB" line dating to 1959 and the fully-faired "CBR" line that debuted in 1983 — the core distinction being cowl-less versus full fairing.
Webike · 8/4/2026
Suzuki's GSX-R1000R Gets a 40th Anniversary Livery on Its 190-HP Flagship Superbike
Suzuki has applied a 40th-anniversary livery inspired by its historic GSX-R race machines to the new GSX-R1000R, with special graphics on the side fairings, tank, and seat. The bike pairs a 190-horsepower liquid-cooled inline-four with Showa suspension and Brembo calipers, and adds ETC 2.0 compatibility and standard LED lighting for everyday usability alongside track performance.
MonoMax web · 8/3/2026
Honda Launches CBR400R FOUR E-Clutch at ¥1.199 Million, Reactions Split
Honda will launch its new inline-four 399cc CBR400R FOUR E-Clutch on September 18 at ¥1,199,000, with an annual sales target of 2,500 units. The clutch-lever-free E-Clutch system is the headline feature, but social media reaction has been mixed, with some calling the price too high.
バイクのニュース · 8/3/2026