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2026 Kawasaki W175 LTD Preview

The 2026 Kawasaki W175 LTD is an approachable and attainable new choice for beginner riders, offering a relaxed ride and a price tag of...

Big-Bore 2-Strokes Are Back: Kawasaki Unleashes the 2027 KX327 and KX327X

The big-bore 2-stroke returns as Kawasaki unveils their new 2027 KX327 & KX327X off-road monsters.

2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Preview

The retro-styled Kawasaki Z900RS is updated for 2026, including the standard model, the Z900RS SE ABS, and the Z900RS Cafe ABS. Changes include updates...

2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Preview 

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, which has won seven World Superbike titles, has been updated for 2026 with sharper styling, new winglets, new features, and updates...

2026 Kawasaki KLE500 ABS Preview  

New for 2026 is the Kawasaki KLE500 ABS, available in a standard trim and an SE version. This accessible and affordable adventure bike features...

2026 Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS Preview, Plus Returning 2026 Models 

Following the 2025 update of the Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX ABS and Versys 1100SE LT ABS, the new-for-2026 Kawasaki Z1100 SE ABS provides a naked...

2026 Motorcycle Buyers Guide: New Street Models

This 2026 motorcycle buyers guide highlights new or significantly updated street-legal models available in the U.S. As with previous buyers guides, we will also...

2025 Kawasaki Z900 ABS Preview 

The Kawasaki Z900 ABS naked bike is updated for 2025 with refinements to its engine, chassis, and electronics package. It’ll be available in two...

2025 Kawasaki W230 Preview, Plus Updated Models 

Kawasaki has announced one new and two updated models for 2025. The new 2025 Kawasaki W230 is a small retro bike inspired by the...

Kawasaki Unveils a Hydrogen-fueled Motorcycle

As the motoring world is gradually shifting toward electric propulsion, Kawasaki is putting a new spin on internal combustion with its hydrogen-fueled motorcycle based...

2025 Motorcycle Buyers Guide: New Street Models

This 2025 motorcycle buyers guide highlights new or significantly updated street-legal models available in the U.S. As with previous buyers guides, we will also...

2024 Kawasaki Z500 Review | Video

The 2024 Kawasaki Z500 is upgraded from the Z400 with a larger-displacement engine, sharper styling, new technology, a new seat shape, and more upgrades....

2024 Kawasaki Z500 SE Review | First Ride

Last year, Kawasaki debuted a new 451cc parallel-Twin in the Eliminator cruiser. Displacement was increased over that of the Ninja 400 sportbike and Z400...

10 Most Significant Motorcycles of the Last 50 Years

The following feature on the 10 most significant motorcycles of the last 50 years first appeared in the March issue of Rider as part...

21 Cool New Motorcycles at AIMExpo 2024

We're at the 2024 American International Motorcycle Exposition (AIMExpo) in Las Vegas, where nearly 200 vendors from around the world are displaying the latest...

2024 Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid ABS and Z7 Hybrid ABS Review | First Look 

No one can stop the wheel of time from turning, and that wheel is turning away from internal combustion engines (ICE) and toward alternative...

2024 Kawasaki Ninja 500, Z500, KLX230 S, and KLX230SM Review | First Look 

Kawasaki updates its 2024 lineup with a new Ninja 500 sportbike and Z500 naked bike using the 451cc parallel-Twin found in the sport-cruiser Kawasaki...

2024 Kawasaki Ninja 40th Anniversary Editions | First Look

In recognition of the introduction of the Kawasaki Ninja four decades ago, Kawasaki is releasing the 2024 Ninja 40th Anniversary Edition motorcycles. A special...

Kawasaki Announces Ninja e-1 ABS and Z e-1 ABS Electric Motorcycles, Other Updated Models

Kawasaki has announced more new and updated models for 2024, including two all-new electric motorcycles – the Ninja e-1 ABS and Z e-1 ABS....

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Review | First Ride

The 600cc sportbike category was the most hotly contested class in motorcycling during the 1990s and into the mid-2000s, with completely redesigned models every...

2024 Kawasaki Eliminator Review | Video

The all-new 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator is an entry-level cruiser with a sporty character. It slots above smaller beginner bikes to be a motorcycle that...

2024 Kawasaki Eliminator Review | First Ride

When a new rider asks for advice on a good first bike, they quickly find out that opinions vary wildly. Some will suggest a...

2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR Review | Video

We review the 2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR, featuring a liquid-cooled 399cc inline-Four with DOHC and 16 valves, at the Thunderhill Raceway Park in Northern...

Kawasaki Announces Three Returning Models for 2024

Kawasaki’s 2024 model lineup is taking shape as the brand announces more new, updated, and returning motorcycles. We’ve already shared news on the all-new...

2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR | First Ride Review 

It’s a rare situation when a motorcycle debuts in a class of its own, but that’s what we have here in the 2023 Kawasaki...

2024 Motorcycle Buyers Guide: New Street Models

This 2024 motorcycle buyers guide highlights new or significantly updated street-legal models available in the U.S. We will continually update this guide as new...

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R | First Look Review

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R supersport gets a major update for model year 2024 in terms of efficiency, usability, and looks. Some of the changes...

2024 Kawasaki KLX300 and KLX300SM | First Look Review

The Kawasaki KLX300 dual-sport and the KLX300SM supermoto were introduced in 2021 to replace the KLX250. Both models are powered by a 292cc DOHC...

2024 Kawasaki Eliminator | First Look Review

Kawasaki as announced the all-new 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator, a bike the company says was “built with a timeless design, bringing a sleek and low...

Best Motorcycles for Smaller Riders: Seat Height 31-31.9 Inches

Choices for smaller, affordable motorcycles are growing, and that’s good news for riders looking for a fun bike that won’t break the bank. Whether...
2026 Motorcycle Buyers Guide