Today, we have quite a mash of things going on about our good industry: In fine form and right on...
There’s been quite a bit of movement in multiple corners of our good industry this week. Here’s what’s been going...
As ever, the Powersports industry doesn’t sleep. Here’s the most recent industry to-dos floating about as of a few days ago: Harley-Davidson has released its second-quarter results, showing a sales slump and a withdrawal of its annual forecast predictions. After the financial hullabaloo of the past year, KTM has officially...
This week, we’ve been looking at a bit of movement in KTM’s corner, as well as the stock market…specifically, how...
Naturally, a step nearer to EICMA means a slew of patents and other bike-related news, including the following: MV Agusta’s...
This week, we have a rather special lineup for your perusal: We were able to get a hold of Damon’s new CEO, Dominique Kwong, who sat with us to talk about everything from the HyperSport to Damon.io. Honda’s V3 bike has officially been confirmed for a US debut, making room...
We have finally reached the point in the year where manufacturers from all over the world are submitting, registering and...
These days, it don’t take much to open the news and grimace, which is why shiny stuff in the Powersports...
This week, we’ve got some really exciting bits of news from all corners of our industry: Ural’s punting out a “Ural Neo 500,” estimated to be their most affordable sidecar yet – and it’s coming to America! Kawasaki’s facing a recall affecting the crankcase bolts on over 17,000 motorcycles, with...
Our good industry just doesn’t let up, and the week’s news shows it: KTM’s only been back at making bikes...
Today, we cover a more regular list of happenings about our good industry: Damon is taking a huge hit with...
Last week’s list of intrigue gives way to another list of residuals, starting with Harley’s CEO hunt: Some of Harley’s Shareholders are trying to ensure that Jochen Zeitz isn’t able to be reelected to an Executive position as the CEO hunt continues ( and they’re so driven they’ve even made...
Today’s a whammy of a day for the Powersports industry, and it ain’t because new stuff happened today… Rather, it’s...
….and a “How To Train Your Dragon” Helmet for HJC (IYKYK) It’s National “Late for Something” Day, so if you’ve...
Former MotoGP racer has acquired Ohvale USA together with partners Matt Dill & John Louch Goals moving forward include eventual expansion nationwide Additional efforts will be actioned to support racers of all ages and skill levels via “Camp 21” A former MotoGP racer by the name of John Hopkins has...
In a recent move that we totally forgot was coming, the EU is banning the chroming of cars and motorcycles. ...
Did you know Ducati is considered one of the best employers in Italy? – Neither did we, but based on...
Suzuki to reserve electric power for small-displacement commuters (~125cc) The first electric plug-in two-wheeler is on track for a 2024 debut Bigger EV power isn’t an option for Suzuki unless “there’s a breakthrough in the technology” or “something changes the situation drastically in the future” Suzuki’s bow out of MotoGP...
PIERER Mobility will move partial production/certain R&D activities to China (CFMOTO) and India (Bajaj Auto) “Individual mid-range models” (no bicycles)...
PIERER Mobility to focus on motorcycle brands KTM, GASGAS, Husqvarna, and MV Agusta New strategies include divesting from “the non-e-bicycle...
The Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) has just taken its opinions on motorcycle safety and shoved them to the forefront of the National Road Safety Conference (NRSC)’s topic lineup. The argument? That L-category vehicles (2/3/4-wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles, mopeds, quads, and minicars) are being “disregarded” due to the outdated safety...
Not to be too dramatic, but Europe IS planning on cutting 55% of emissions by 2030, so we had to...
Before the new year could begin, Indian Motorcycle was here to tease a shoulder at their new 2024 models and...
It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of one of the great voices that led our iconic Monster Energy Supercross and AMA Pro Motocross Championships. Art Eckman, motocross enthusiast and television host for numerous motorcycle racing events like SX / Pro MX, passed peacefully in his home...
A month ago, we covered Yamaha’s intentions to build with CFMoto for China’s markets. The joint venture was christened the...
As if Kawasaki’s prospects and anticipations for EICMA 2023 aren’t enough, we’ve just had two new Team Green bikes debuted...
When I first opened my inbox to find an e-invitation from Royal Enfield, I was both intrigued and impressed; here was a brand willing to cover flights, travel, room, and board so we could get to an event with the following description: “Everything’s bigger in Texas, and our next launch...
Edgar Heinrich, BMW Motorrad’s Design Director, is stepping down to make way for the mind that conceptualized the looks of...
I’ve just had THE best start to my Tuesday, and it ain’t the tacos that’s got my dopamine running full-throttle. ...
It’s Thursday, Parliament’s desire to cut 78% of Europe’s emissions by 2035 remains a contested bother, and the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is still in effect and expanding. At least London’s mayor scrapped the plans for that Zero-Emissions Zone. Coverage from Visordown states that the plans would have...
When it comes to the motherland across the pond, pipe projection is a big peeve; it’s such a sore spot,...
The guys that distribute Forcite and Dainese gear – that bought and absorbed Kuryakyn and sponsored Chix on 66 –...
In a world where electric transport is overly saturated, it pays to be able to play to the industry’s highs and lows; in this case, multiple companies are benefitting from a nifty perk that allows millions in subsidies, as long as you’re working with “domestic” EV batteries. But wait; aren’t...
“Third time’s the charm” was the case last week when I attended RevZilla’s GET ON! Adventure Fest Sturgis! Is it...
Remember when the European Government approved of “TEN-T,” a fast-charging network set to be installed along the country’s highways by...
Europe may have a rep from nearly every major motorcycle industry organization begging for an extension on the 2035 fossil fuel ban, but the country is still set on supporting electric power as a priority (though there has also been a plea to include synthetic fuels in the stricture). As...
Watch out, Harley – Zero Motorcycles has signed on with Hero Motocorp in the optimizing of bike markets… only these...
We currently know Bosch to be the one making partnerships with the likes of KTM (H2 SX Embedded Blind Spot...
A bunch of county councils have decided that the UK’s next Ultra-Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) phase is poppycock – and the residual chaos has the whole shebang being taken to high court. If you’ve been keeping tabs on Europe’s desire to Cut 78% of Emissions by 2035, then you know...
Hero / Harley-Davidson X440’s price is out, booting below the belt at a cunning 2.29 lakh (roughly $2800 USD). This...