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The End of an Era: Cycle World Magazine Shuts Down After 64 Years

Cycle World, the legendary motorcycle magazine that helped define the sport for nearly six and a half decades, has shut down. Effective July 7, 2026, the publication ended operations with all staff reportedly let go the same day. The closure marks the end of an institution that once set the agenda for the entire motorcycle industry.

The magazine, owned by Octane Lending since being acquired from Swedish publisher Bonnier Corp., had transitioned into a digital-only operation in recent years. But the shift from print to web, and the changing economics of motorcycle media, ultimately proved unsustainable. After five years under Octane’s ownership, the company decided to shutter the brand entirely.

Is Kawasaki Taming the Ninja H2 for 2027?

Kawasaki’s legendary supercharged Ninja H2 is getting an update for 2027, and the news comes with a caveat that’s got the internet buzzing. Fresh EPA and CARB filings reveal that the new generation might be losing more than thirty horsepower compared to the current model. That’s a significant drop for a bike positioned as the engineering pinnacle of Kawasaki’s lineup.

The 2026 Ninja H2 was certified at 228 hp at 11,500 rpm. The 2027 version, according to homologation documents, will share emissions data with the Z H2 SE, pointing to a new peak of 197 hp at 10,500 rpm. The change appears to stem from production simplification rather than pure emissions compliance, aligning the supercharged engine across both Ninja and Z model lines. That said, 197 hp is still plenty of performance for a street bike.

Is a Winged, More Powerful Suzuki GSX250R About to Return to the West?

Suzuki’s entry-level GSX250R is finally getting the update riders have been asking for, and it might be the ticket back into markets that lost it years ago.

New Chinese type-approval documents reveal an updated GSX250R with variable valve timing, a power bump, and a fresh look. It’s built in partnership with Haojue and expected to launch officially this month.

The First Long Solo Ride: What to Expect and Why It Matters

Most riders remember their first long solo ride pretty clearly. Not the whole thing, necessarily, but the feeling of it. Road trips are special.

The moment when the last familiar landmark dropped behind you and you were just out there, on your own, going somewhere on your own terms. Something shifts in that moment that’s hard to describe and harder to forget. If you haven’t done one yet, here’s what to expect.

Custom Royal Enfield INT 650 by Dan Starmer

This burly, custom 2024 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 built by Dan Starmer of Fastec Racing under the legendary UK custom shop name “Sold Out Motorcycles” is so cool.

Built for a client whose previous Interceptor had been written off in an accident, the machine completely pivots from its original blacked-out concept after the owner fell in love with a striking chrome gas tank.

Inside RevZilla’s Massive 4th of July Sale

Mid-summer is peak riding season, which makes it the absolute perfect time for motorcyclists to refresh their motorcycle gear lockers. RevZilla has launched its major 4th of July Sale, rolling out deep discounts of up to 60% off on premium riding gear, electronics, and bike parts.

Whether you are hitting the track, touring across states, or just commuting through the summer heat, this year’s holiday event features massive price cuts on top-tier industry brands.

Custom Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 by Roland Sands

Built using the Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 platform, Roland Sands and his team wanted to strip away the bike’s stock cruiser identity and transform it into a high-performance street tracker that looks aggressive but remains perfectly approachable for everyday riders.

They achieved this by leaning heavily into a retro-modern hot rod aesthetic, utilizing a striking gloss black paint scheme highlighted with clean gold pinstriping.