CAKE’s board files application for bankruptcy CAKE has yet to make a statement Further expansion into Europe continues Application follows...
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Amanda Quick spends her time managing her business, digging into old bike manuals and prepping for Canada's warmer seasons. Her love for bikes has her head stuck in the more futuristic predictions of the Powersports industry, seconded only by her love for cello and obsession with effective communications.
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Zero Motorcycles signs agreement to collaborate with Hero Motocorp, “accelerating the transition of electric mobility in India and across global...
Rumors from the WSBK circuit are pointing toward a YZF-R9 by the end of this year! Back in 2021, paperwork from Yamaha was found showing registration of the moniker “YXF-R9” in India. This was followed a year later by CycleWorld’s Ben Purvis, who stated that the Japanese multi-conglomerate marque had...
NHTSA issues recall over improperly torqued flare nut, which could result in a brake fluid leak. Units affected by this...
Norton’s working on a fleet of “Super Premium” bikes and we could see the results by 2026. Back on the...
Patent imagery shows machine similar to Royal Enfield’s Himalayan Platform appears to be borrowed from CB/GB350 Rivals would include Royal Enfield’s new Himalayan 450 Expect this machine to be air-cooled The ever-indomitable Ben Purvis has, once again, found evidence from a motorcycle manufacturer of a potential upcoming bike. The incubating...
Harley-Davidson released its 2024 lineup on January 24th, including four new bikes New models include all-new Street Glide® and Road...
Harley-Davidson released their 2024 lineup on January 24th, including fuor new bikes New models include all-new Street Glide® and Road...
Harley-Davidson released their 2024 lineup on January 24th, including fuor new bikes New models include all-new Street Glide® and Road Glide® joins CVO™ Road Glide ST® and CVO™ Pan America® 2024 CVO™ Pan America® anticipated to hit dealerships sometime this month (January) The wait is finally over; Harley-Davidson’s new 2024...
Ricky Brabec wins his second Dakar Rally The last time Brabec took first place in the Dakar was back in...
Paul Yaffe is the owner of three “World’s Most Beautiful Motorcycle” awards and the mastermind behind this one-off BMW R...
Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Ten Celebrates a decade of “The Clan” Typical V7 excellence merges with a sleek black, white, and red paint scheme, bar end mirrors, and a special Arrow Exhaust (sold separately) Debut is anticipated this week at the Verona Motor Bike Expo Availability will be in April...
BMW prices range between $10,495 USD and $14,195 (MSRP, sans destination) for new F 800 GS, F 900 GS /...
BMW records best annual motorcycle sales in the brand’s history EV sector did better than anticipated (+44%) BMW’s GS range...
2023 motorcycle sales were down 2.5% from the previous year Over 34% of purchased bikes are 125cc or less Middleweight to 1000cc bikes show uptick in sales Nakeds were the most popular bike category to purchase in 2023 Our industry may have seen piles of riders flocking to buy motorcycles...
Did you know Ducati is considered one of the best employers in Italy? – Neither did we, but based on...
BMW received multiple complaints, warranty claims and reports that may be related to “low beam reflector attachment points” and “vibrating...
Krämer Motorcycles has made a naked kit concept bike based on the GP2-890R Inspiration for this “Hooligan Bike” pulls from Super Hooligans Championship Krämer wants this bike in the US This will be a ten-piece fleet with potential for more, depending on the demand After a short wait, Krämer Motorcycles...
BMW files further patent for incubating electric motorcycle Filings show a monocoque frame concept Electric motorcycle is anticipated to join...
CEO of Triumph Motorcycles is bestowed the Torrens Trophy on January 9th at the Royal Automobile Club in London Award...
California Air Resources Board (CARB) paperwork reveals Pan America CVO in the works Debut is anticipated for later in 2024 Certification includes proof that Pan America will keep Max Revolution heart Harley-Davidson is looking to add a new machine to their Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO) fleets. Who found the news...
Bel y Bel (Bel & Bel) Akira Bike Project began with a single, Yamaha-powered prototype The series to follow this...
Ducati can now add another bike set to their “SOLD OUT” roster. Back towards the beginning of December, our favorite...
Got a friend with “Sticky Blinker Syndrome?” Indimate’s got tech for that. Have a chat with anybody in my riding group, and they’ll tell you that I, personally, have one of the worst cases of “sticky blinkers” that they’ve ever seen. I’ve been blaming it on my cute R3, but...
Hero MotoCorp – Harley-Davidson’s partner – is prepping for a big reveal of their first X440 variant(s), and it’s (they’re)...
Honda has applied for a patent on new aerodynamic bodywork New “nose hoop” winglets are said to increase downforce and...
CAKE joins the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) New membership to promote “preserving, protecting, and promoting motorcycling” via CAKE’s 5 Global Goals Our favorite Swedish EV bike brand has just added a new membership to their roster, all in the name of our bike community. Whether you’ve been catching up on...
Triumph reveals Daytona 660: A sportbike with more punch than its sibling Trident 660 Perks include uprated power to 95hp...
Spy shots show SMT bodywork housing an LC8c engine Potential for “1390 SMT” accompanied by the potential for 1390 Super...
Certain CAKE Kalk variants could be carrying faulty batteries, which increase risk of a fire ~264 units have been cited to potentially carry this bad battery pack (~50%), with affected models including 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 Kalks. Affected variants include Kalk&, Kalk Ink&, and Kalk :work If...
Spy shots show beginner-friendly bike with inspiration from both Aprilia and Moto Guzzi Chassis and bodywork appear to be from...
Last year, Energica made history in the (typically) gas-happy MotoAmerica Super Hooligan series. EV vs. Gas: The recap Energica was...
When Aprilia came out with their first “Trofeo,” it was an RS 660 Trofeo and the machine carried a race ECU, Sprint racing filter, and an SC-Project titanium full-system exhaust, among other perks. Now, the Noale-based builder has made a racing kit for their new RS 457. Curious to see...
Yamaha does not have hydrogen bikes in their short-term goals HySE Consortium remains an excellent option for pooling knowledge …until...
Marc Marquez completed his first ride aboard the Ducati Desmosedici MotoGP at Valencia, last November. Results show Marquez finishing well,...
Norton’s Chief Executive has imparted news of a new bike range in the works. Norton’s got some new machines in the pipeline, though deadlines have apparently pushed the bikes back due to quality checks. The move is admirable, considering previous problems in years past have left some riders speculative on...
Rearview mirror’s lens may dislodge from housing, increasing risk of a crash due to decreased visibility. ~1,149 vehicles are potentially...
Yamaha EU’s got a new CEO for 2024! Back in April of this past year, Yamaha EU’s Chief Executive –...
After a very active year, MV Agusta’s COO sets the proverbial record straight on company directives. This past year has carried an awful lot of movement for MV Agusta. MV Agusta: 2023 Hindsight 2022 ended with Agusta stating jubilantly that they were a debt-free brand; this was followed up with...
Fuel pump impeller could swell and cause the fuel pump to stop working, increasing risk of a crash. ~10,969 units...