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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
Honda's $10,599 CB1000F Quietly Outguns the Retro Roadster Class
Honda has launched the 2026 CB1000F at $10,599, packing a reworked CBR1000RR-derived inline-four tuned to 122 horsepower. At roughly 470 pounds, it comes with IMU-enabled cornering ABS, lean-sensitive traction control, and Showa suspension. It undercuts most rivals in its retro-roadster class while offering more power than any of them.
TopSpeed · 8/3/2026
Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-6R Brings 636cc and 127 HP to Summer Canyon Runs and Track Days
Kawasaki's Ninja ZX-6R produces 127 hp and 52.1 lb-ft from its 636cc inline-four, priced at $11,599 for the base model and $12,599 for the ABS version with KIBS, before destination charges. Its extra displacement over a 600 gives stronger low- and mid-range response without going to liter-bike extremes, making it usable for both canyon carving and track days. It comes standard with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tires and a 4.3-inch TFT display.
TopSpeed · 8/2/2026
CFMoto's New Ibex 800 E Undercuts the Kawasaki Versys 650 by $100
CFMoto has launched its new Ibex 800 E adventure-tourer at $10,299, $100 less than the rival Kawasaki Versys 650's $10,399. The 799cc parallel-twin makes 94 hp and 56.8 lb-ft, and the bike comes standard with rear radar blind-spot detection, an 8-inch TFT display with Apple CarPlay, and a bidirectional quickshifter. Its main question mark remains CFMoto's still-unproven long-term reliability.
TopSpeed · 8/2/2026
BMW Recalls Nearly 17,000 S 1000 RR Superbikes Over Ignition Lock Failure
BMW is recalling 16,736 US-market S 1000 RR units from model years 2020-2026 over an ignition lock fault that can cut power, lights, and rider aids mid-ride under strong vibration. The failure rate climbed from under 0.1% in April 2025 to under 0.5% by April 2026. Notifications start September 14, though no fix is finalized yet, and BMW reports no crashes or injuries.
Motorcycle.com · 8/1/2026
Indian Motorcycle Trims Scout Lineup From 17 Models to Just 6 for 2027
EPA certification filings reveal Indian Motorcycle is cutting its sprawling Scout lineup from 17 variants down to six for the 2027 model year. The Scout Classic, Sport Scout RT, and +Tech trims are being dropped, leaving models like the 101 Scout and Scout Bobber Limited. New CEO Mike Kennedy reportedly wants to focus attention on the Chief and Touring lines, raising questions about where an affordable entry point into the brand goes next.
RideApart · 7/31/2026
Harley-Davidson Files Trademarks for RMCR and RMXR, Inching Toward Production
Harley-Davidson filed US trademark applications for 'RMCR' and 'RMXR' on July 29. The RMCR is the cafe racer concept already shown at Mama Tried, Daytona Bike Week, and the MotoGP Americas round, and the filing signals it's moving toward production. RMXR appears flat-track inspired. If both proceed, expect 2027 or 2028 model years, the brand's first factory cafe racer since the 1970s.
Motorcycle.com · 7/31/2026
2026 Honda CBR500R Review Finds Touring Strength Behind 45hp
Rider Magazine tested the 2026 Honda CBR500R over months on public roads and a racetrack. Its 471cc parallel twin makes an estimated 45hp and moves 421lb. An average 65.7mpg, nearly 300 miles of range, and relaxed ergonomics made it better at travel and daily use than outright speed.
Rider Magazine · 7/30/2026
2027 AJP PR7 Reworks Chassis and Intake, Priced From $13,999 in the US
The Portuguese-built 2027 AJP PR7 rally bike is beginning its US rollout. Its 600cc single and six-speed gearbox carry over, while the frame geometry, airbox, exhaust header, electrical protection, and bodywork are revised. Standard bikes use ZF Sachs suspension, the special-order Gold model gets Öhlins units, and pricing starts at $13,999 with initial deliveries through September.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/30/2026
Suzuki Unveils 2027 SV-7GXV: Blacked-Out V-Twin Crossover at $8,399
Suzuki has revealed the 2027 SV-7GXV, a version of its SV-7GX crossover with a graphics-free Pearl Brilliant White fairing and a blacked-out chassis and engine. It shares the SV-7GX's 645cc liquid-cooled V-twin, six-speed transmission with quickshifter, three ride modes, and traction control, but costs $200 less at $8,399. U.S. dealers began taking reservations in July 2026.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/27/2026
Janus Motorcycles Launches Budget 'Origin' Line of Hand-Built Classics From $6,295
Indiana-based Janus Motorcycles has introduced an Origin line that trims finishing details and shortens the warranty from two years to one year to lower entry prices. The 229cc single-cylinder Halcyon 250 Origin and scrambler-styled Gryffin 250 Origin start at $6,295 and $6,495, while the 445cc Halcyon 450 Origin and Gryffin 450 Origin start at $10,995 and $11,995.
Rider Magazine · 7/27/2026
2026 Suzuki V-STROM 800DE Road Test: A Middleweight Adventure Bike That Leans Properly Off-Road
America's Motorcycle Daily has ridden the 2026 model year of Suzuki's middleweight adventure bike, the V-STROM 800DE. It assesses the real-world performance and usability of a machine tilted towards off-road ability with long suspension travel at both ends and a 21-inch front wheel.
Motorcycle Daily · 7/25/2026
Indian Unveils Four Limited-Edition "Signature Series 2026" Models
Indian Motorcycle has officially announced its "Signature Series 2026," a special limited-production lineup bundling four iconic models. Positioned to push the brand's luxury direction to its limit, it's a collector-focused offering built around maximizing ownership satisfaction.
La Moto · 7/25/2026
Benelli Tornado 550 Arrives in the US, Full-Fairing Sportbike Priced from $5,999
Keeway America has brought the full-fairing sportbike Benelli Tornado 550 to the US market at an introductory price of $5,999 (about €5,275). The model has been sold in Germany since 2025 at a higher price, and now uses its affordable price tag to break into the North American mid-size sportbike segment.
motorcycles.news · 7/25/2026
Indian Unveils 'Signature Series', a Limited Luxury Trim for Four PowerPlus Models
Indian Motorcycle has announced the 'Signature Series,' a limited collection for its PowerPlus-powered models. The Challenger, Chieftain, Pursuit, and Roadmaster all receive deep, layered paintwork and hand-finished details. The bikes will begin arriving at dealers shortly.
Rider Magazine · 7/24/2026
Want a New Beta Dirt Bike? Race It and Buy It Cheap Under New Program
Italian off-road specialist Beta has launched a new program in North America: enter local races such as hare scrambles and earn the chance to buy a new dirt bike at a discount. Media outlets describe it as turning 'your local race into a shopping opportunity.'
RideApart · 7/24/2026
Aprilia's SR GT 400 Adventure Scooter Heads to North America With 399cc Single
Aprilia is bringing its adventure-oriented scooter, the SR GT 400, to the North American market. Built around a steel motorcycle-derived frame with a 399cc single-cylinder engine, the mid-size scooter is designed to appeal to adventure bike riders too. Overseas media covered the first look in nine key points.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/24/2026
LiveWire Posts Growth Again in Q2, Begins Production of New S4 Honcho
Harley-Davidson's electric brand LiveWire posted solid growth again in the second quarter of 2026. The company also reportedly began production of its new S4 Honcho model, continuing to advance on both the product and business fronts as an electric-only motorcycle maker.
Nieuwsmotor · 7/24/2026
Why Harley-Davidson's New Super Glide and Deadwood Matter
Motorcycle.com sees the new Super Glide and Deadwood as signs of a strategic shift at Harley-Davidson. The $15,999 Super Glide carries a 5.0-gallon tank, while the Deadwood starts at $17,999. Rather than premium limited editions loaded with accessories, both are positioned as affordable “blank canvases” intended to encourage owner customization.
Motorcycle.com · 7/24/2026
Harley-Davidson X350 Goes on Sale in the US for the First Time, QJMotor-Built Small Bike Arrives Stateside
According to Cycle News, the Harley-Davidson X350, a small-displacement model co-developed with China's QJMotor, has become available for purchase in the US for the first time. Dealers have been authorized to sell their existing X350 inventory to retail customers, marking a new phase for Harley's small-displacement strategy in North America.
Cycle News · 7/23/2026
Indian Unveils 2026 Signature Series: Four Luxury Models from $40,999
Indian Motorcycle has announced its 2026 Signature Series, comprising four limited-edition models—Challenger, Chieftain, Pursuit, and Roadmaster—starting at $40,999. The lineup is billed as approaching the pinnacle of two-wheeled luxury.
Soy Motero · 7/23/2026
Harley-Davidson Launches Blacked-Out Deadwood Cruiser in Select Markets
Harley-Davidson has released the all-black Deadwood cruiser in select markets including the US. It's powered by a 1923cc Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-twin making 97.9 hp and 120 lb-ft, starting at $17,999, with cornering ABS and traction control. There are no plans to bring it to the UK.
Motorcycle News (MCN) · 7/23/2026
Suzuki Unveils 2027 Hayabusa; White-and-Red Special Edition Also Revealed for North America
Suzuki USA unveiled the 2027 model of its flagship large sport bike, the Hayabusa, on July 14, 2026. It debuts first for the North American market, alongside a white-and-red 'Special Edition' also revealed at the same time. That aerodynamic icon has donned fresh styling, with the legendary flagship reappearing once again in updated form.
バイクのニュース · 7/21/2026
Suzuki Officially Unveils New SV-7GX/SV-7GXV, a Sport Crossover Rooted in the SV650
Suzuki has revealed its new 2027 sport crossover models, the 'SV-7GX' and 'SV-7GXV,' in an official video. The SV650-derived 645cc 90-degree V-twin has been retuned to 72.4hp and made Euro5+ compliant, and the bikes come equipped with a bi-directional quickshifter, TFT display, and three ride modes. Slotting into a new category between the SV650 and V-Strom 650, US pricing starts at $8,599.
Suzuki Motorcycles · 7/21/2026
Suzuki Announces 2027 Hayabusa Special Edition with New Colorway
Suzuki has announced a special edition of the 2027 Hayabusa for the North American market. Mechanically it's unchanged, but it gets a new white-based paint design. RideApart described it as '$700 worth of different paint.' It presents the iconic hyper-sports bike's world in a fresh new outfit.
RideApart · 7/21/2026
2027 Suzuki Hayabusa Special Edition Debuts, White-Themed Hyperbike Priced at $20,399
Suzuki's legendary hyperbike, the Hayabusa, gains a 2027 model year Special Edition. It comes in a new Pearl Brilliant White and Metallic Oort Gray colorway with a color-matched passenger seat cowl. Priced at $20,399, it costs $700 more than the standard model.
Ultimate Motorcycling · 7/20/2026
BMW's Baby GS, the F 450 GS: Real-World Ride Review Impresses on Mountain Roads and City Streets
RideApart took a first ride on BMW's new 'baby' GS, the F 450 GS. Riding it through mountain hairpins and congested city streets, the reviewer — initially skeptical — came away impressed with its on-road performance. The piece wraps up as a favorable first ride, ending with eagerness to soon test its capability off-road as well.
RideApart · 7/20/2026
First Ride: Triumph Street Triple RX — Handling That Stands Above the Rest
RideApart rode the limited-edition Triumph Street Triple 765 RX at Barber Motorsports Park. Powered by a 765cc inline-triple, this mid-size naked bike earns high praise in the article for 'handling and value that overwhelm the competition,' commended for combining track-ready agility with strong cost performance.
RideApart · 7/20/2026