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Custom Triumph Scrambler 1200 XC by Poulson Creative

The best custom motorcycles aren’t built from a catalogue. They start with a problem and an idea.

For Poulson Creative, an Essex workshop founded by Stuart Poulson in 2018, that meant taking Triumph’s Scrambler 1200 XC and asking what it could become. Their answer: The Jackal, a bespoke machine that blends off-road capability with long-distance comfort, all without losing the scrambler’s character.

Does Honda’s CB1000F Prove Retro Bikes Are Ready to Compete With Modern Sportbikes?

Honda just took the wraps off its newest retro, the CB1000F, with a hillclimb run at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. It’s drawing direct inspiration from the legendary CB750F that Freddie Spencer piloted through the American AMA championships in the 1980s, but updated for 2026 riders who want style without sacrificing tech.

Under the skin sits a 1000cc inline-four engine borrowed from the Fireblade and re-worked for real-world punch. The result: 122 horsepower at 9000rpm and 76 lb-ft of torque at 8000 rpm.

Can Suzuki’s GSX-R1000R Finally Prove Less Power Doesn’t Mean Less Impact?

The 2026 Suzuki GSX-R1000R is back after a long absence from the superbike wars, and it arrives leaner but more calculated than ever. The new motor cranks out 192 horsepower at 13,200 rpm—a step down from Ducati’s current 210-plus bhp superbikes—but Suzuki isn’t playing the horsepower game anymore.

The 999.8cc inline-four has been fundamentally rebuilt. A new crankshaft, crankcases, pistons, connecting rods, and 13.8:1 compression ratio make this engine feel like a clean slate.

10 Best 50cc Scooters In America

These are the best 50cc scooters in America that you can buy right now.

I talk a lot about motorcycles on this website, but there is another two-wheeled machine that deserves serious credit: the 50cc scooter.

Plenty of motorcycle riders write off 50cc scooters, but they miss the point. These machines are simple to maintain, easy to maneuver, and cheap to run. They pull triple-digit fuel economy numbers, fit into tight parking spaces, and offer built-in storage space that most street motorcycles can only dream of.

Best Motorcycle Helmets Under $350

Spending a lot on a helmet does not automatically mean getting a better helmet. The sub-$300 range has matured significantly, with real safety certifications, quality shell construction, and useful features that used to cost twice as much. The helmets below prove that point clearly.

Every pick here carries DOT certification at minimum. Most carry ECE 22.06 as well, which is the more rigorous standard. None of them feel like compromises once you put them on.

Is Moto Guzzi Really Trading the V-Twin for the Trip 500 Parallel Twin?

Moto Guzzi is about to make a historic choice: abandoning its legendary V-twin heritage for an entry-level model powered by a parallel-twin engine shared with Aprilia. The upcoming “Trip 500” (or “Il Viaggio Cinquecento” in Italian) marks a significant departure for the Italian brand, and spy shots suggest it’s nearly ready for production.

The bike will use Aprilia’s proven 457cc parallel-twin with 48 horsepower, keeping it squarely in the A2-license category where the market is booming. It’s a practical move, but it raises questions: Can Moto Guzzi’s retro styling overcome the loss of the engine character that built its reputation?

Is Harley-Davidson’s Deadwood Cruiser the Bike That Will Save the Sturgis Soul?

Harley-Davidson is pulling the wraps off a brand-new model called the Deadwood—a cruiser inspired by the post-war history of Sturgis itself—at the 86th annual rally in August. It’s not often that a new bike gets its public debut at the world’s largest motorcycle rally, and the fact that Harley chose this one to unveil there says something about what the company thinks this machine represents.

The Motor Company seems intent on leaning hard into heritage during what has been a turbulent year for the brand. After laying off workers and facing dealer health concerns in the U.S. market, rolling out the Deadwood at Sturgis feels like a statement: Harley still builds the bikes that matter to the culture that made the rally what it is.

Is Triumph’s 29-Bike Blitz the Most Ambitious Launch Ever?

Triumph just announced 29 new motorcycles arriving over the next six months, marking the biggest rollout in the British brand’s modern era. This isn’t just a refresh — it’s a full-scale assault on nearly every market segment at once.

The rollout kicks off October 21 with a lineup that spans electric youth bikes, off-road models, all the way up to big naked bikes and adventure tourers. Seven models are already named, and the remaining 22 include both fresh variants and completely new models that haven’t been teased yet.

Is Avore’s New EX2S the Electric Bike That Finally Brings Performance to India?

India’s electric motorcycle market just got faster. Avore, a startup based in Ahmedabad, launched its first electric motorcycle today with enough performance to rival a traditional 150cc bike and a design that looks like it came from a sportbike shop, not a commuter lot.

The EX2S model sits at the top of Avore’s three-tier lineup, packing a 10.5 kW motor that delivers around 14.2 horsepower and a 5 kWh battery promising more than 260 kilometers on a single charge. It’s performance without pretense.

Is Bajaj’s Massive Pulsar Refresh Too Late to Win Back Market Share?

Bajaj is preparing one of the largest product overhauls in Pulsar’s history, planning to refresh ten motorcycles across its lineup while launching two entirely new models in the crowded commuter segments by late September.

The refresh touches everything from LED lighting and updated graphics to digital instrument clusters and smartphone connectivity across the 125cc, 150cc, and higher-displacement Pulsars, signaling Bajaj’s intent to keep the brand competitive during India’s crucial festive season.