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See the New Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 Ahead of EICMA Debut

A near-production prototype of Royal Enfield’s long-anticipated Himalayan 750 has been spied testing on roads near the brand’s UK Technology Centre in Leicestershire.

Unlike early test mules, this prototype appears virtually launch-ready, stripped of bulky test equipment and data-logging hardware.

Ducati Secures €121 Million Investment Fund to Drive R&D and Technological Innovation

Ducati has established a massive €121 million ($139.7 million) development program to strengthen its long-term global competitiveness and accelerate technological innovation.

Dubbed “Ducati Raise the Bar,” the comprehensive initiative was formally approved by Italy’s Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy via the state-owned development agency Invitalia.

Powersport Thefts Dropped Significantly in 2025, but Recovery Rates Remain Low

A new report from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) reveals a dramatic 20% year-over-year decline in recreational vehicle thefts for 2025. Across motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, personal watercraft, and snowmobiles, total stolen units dropped to 58,957 compared to approximately 70,000 in 2024.

While the steep drop offers encouraging news for powersports owners, the report underscores a persistent reality. If your machine gets taken, the odds of ever seeing it again remain discouragingly slim.

It Looks Like BMW Will Build a M 1000 RS in 2027

BMW Motorrad is expanding its high-performance M division with a brand-new model for 2027. Meet the M 1000 RS.

Official regulatory filings submitted to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) confirm that the new sport-touring motorcycle has been certified alongside the track-focused BMW M 1000 RR, signaling a potent fusion of long-distance ergonomics and superbike-level power.

Motorcycle Boots vs Regular Boots: Why the Difference Matters

A lot of riders spend years in regular boots before they make the switch to motorcycle-specific footwear. Work boots, hiking boots, leather lace-ups that look good and feel comfortable: all of these are common on bikes, and all of them offer some level of protection over sneakers.

But the gap between a motorcycle boots vs regular boots is larger than it looks from the outside, and understanding what that gap actually is makes the decision a lot clearer.

Could the Return of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R for 2027 Be Just the Bike You Need?

Kawasaki has officially announced the return of its iconic Ninja ZX-6R and Ninja ZX-6R ABS models for the 2027 model year.

Long considered a staple in the middleweight supersport segment, the platform retains its signature 636cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine paired with an Assist & Slipper clutch, offering strong street usability alongside track-focused high-rpm performance.

BMW Prepare to Layoff Some of Workforce

BMW is preparing to reduce its global workforce by up to 5%, cutting roughly 8,000 positions by the end of 2027 following a disappointing first half of its 2026 fiscal year.

The restructuring plan, negotiated alongside its employee Works Council, focuses primarily on voluntary layoffs for white-collar staff to avoid impacting factory floor production capacity.

Ducati Is Not for Sale, According to Italian Firm

The saga surrounding a potential takeover of Ducati Motor Holding has taken a definitive turn, as leaked documents from investment firm Patritalia S.p.A. reveal that the iconic Italian brand is not on the market.

Initial reports suggested Patritalia’s founder, Massimo Ros, had submitted an unsolicited 2.5 billion euro proposal to Volkswagen Group to buy Ducati in its entirety.

The Best Waxed Canvas Motorcycle Jackets are Where Heritage Style Meets Real Protection

Waxed canvas is one of the original technical fabrics. Long before synthetic Cordura or Kevlar existed, riders relied on heavy cotton impregnated with paraffin or beeswax to repel rain, block wind, and resist road rash.

Today’s waxed canvas jackets keep that classic look while pairing it with modern impact armor and reinforced Kevlar or Aramid linings. Whether you ride a cafe racer, custom scrambler, or daily commute on a modern retro naked machine, these top-performing waxed canvas motorcycle jackets deliver genuine safety alongside heritage style.

Will Sena’s New Limited Lifetime Warranty Become the Industry Standard?

Sena Technologies has introduced an industry-first Limited Lifetime Warranty program for its motorcycle communication systems, significantly expanding long-term support for its helmet intercoms.

This is a pretty big deal in the space. I would expect other companies to follow suit eventually, but for now Sena is the only company offering something like this.