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2027 Motorcycle Buyers Guide

Rider's 2027 motorcycle buyers guide lists new and updated motorcycles with photos, videos, pricing, first looks, first rides, and road tests.

2027 CFMOTO Ibex 950 Preview

CFMOTO has expanded its adventure lineup with the introduction of the manufacturer’s third ADV, the CFMOTO Ibex 950. Joining the Ibex 450 and 800...

2026 Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition to Debut at 86th Annual Sturgis Rally

Indian Motorcycle celebrates the 86th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and Indian’s role in that inaugural 1938 rally with a new limited-edition model, the Indian...

First Look: 2026 Harley-Davidson Deadwood

Discover the 2026 Harley-Davidson Deadwood, a factory-built bobber inspired by postwar customs, powered by the Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-twin and priced at $17,999.

2026 Janus Origin Line: Four New Entry-Level Classic Motorcycles

Janus Motorcycles, the Indiana-based manufacturer known for its vintage-styled hand-built bikes, has announced the return of its Origin lineup. This line of four motorcycles...

2026 Indian Signature Series Preview: Limited-Edition Bagger and Touring PowerPlus Models

The new Indian Signature Series for PowerPlus models is a limited collection that features layered and deep paint with hand-finished details. Models will be...

2027 Suzuki SV-7GX Preview, Plus GSX-R1000 Pricing and Colors

For 2027, a new middleweight sport-tourer will hit U.S. shores in the form of the budget-friendly Suzuki SV-7GX. Alongside the announcement of this new...

2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 TFC Preview

The Triumph Factory Custom lineup is extended for 2027 with the new Triumph Speed Twin 1200 TFC. Limited to only 750 units worldwide, this...

2027 KTM 790 Duke Preview

The KTM 790 Duke, which KTM refers to as the “Scalpel,” returns for 2027 with upgrades to its chassis, electronics, styling, and ergonomics. The 790...

2027 Norton Atlas and Atlas GT Preview

In January, the historic British motorcycle brand Norton announced a return to the U.S. market headlined by four models featuring an altogether modern visual...

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...

2026 Harley-Davidson Super Glide Preview

Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, the2026 Harley-Davidson Super Glide returns as a limited-edition model featuring styling based on the 1971 FX...

2026 Honda CB1000F Preview

The Honda CB1000F transforms the CB1000 Hornet SP platform into a retro-inspired machine that harkens to superbike racing of the early 1980s.

BMW Vision K18 Preview: Aircraft-Inspired Design 

The BMW Vision K18 was unveiled at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on Lake Como on May 15, 2026. This concept motorcycle is meant to highlight BMW’s blend of technology,...

2026 Kymco Downtown GT 350i Preview 

The new Kymco Downtown GT 350i is a middleweight scooter designed for urban commuting. It’s a step up from the brand’s existing Downtown GT 125i, featuring more power and...

2027 KTM 890 Adventure R Rally Preview 

The 2027 KTM 890 Adventure R Rally is an up-spec version of the 890 Adventure R, featuring upgraded suspension components, additional standard rider aids, and KTM Factory...

2026 Honda Transalp E-Clutch, CRF300L Rally Preview 

Introduced in 2024 on the CB650R and CBR650R before being added to the 2026 Rebel 300 and CB750 Hornet, Honda’s E-Clutch system has now been added as standard...

2026 Triumph Daytona 600 Preview 

Triumph wraps up its new- and updated-bike announcements for 2026 with a 29th bike, the updated Triumph Daytona 660, which features new suspension adjustment,...

2026 Harley-Davidson Chrome and Solo Trim Options Preview

In January, Harley-Davidson revealed 13 new models for 2026, including bikes and trikes in the CVO, Grand American Touring, Adventure, and Enthusiast Collection segments....

2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid Preview 

American adventurers will now have access to an up-spec T7 that’s been available in other markets for a few years. The 2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid will be...

2027 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801 SE Preview 

For 2027, a new Svartpilen (Swedish for “black arrow”) will be offered with a unique color scheme and electronic rider aids fitted as standard. The 2027 Husqvarna Svartpilen 801...

2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition Preview 

The 2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition is a new special-edition model based on the Speed Twin 1200 RS and limited to...

2026 Indian Chief Vintage Preview 

Indian Motorcycle celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2026, and kicking off that milestone is the launch of the new 2026 Indian Chief Vintage. As the...

2026 Triumph Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 Preview 

The Triumph Trident 660 roadster and Tiger Sport 660 sport-tourer have both been updated for 2026, highlighted with changes to increase power in their shared Triple...

2026 Moto Morini Vettore 450 Preview 

The 2026 Moto Morini Vettore 450 joins the lineup as Moto Morini’s most affordable adventure bike of five models and is equipped with adventure-ready features.  The Vettore is powered by a liquid-cooled...

2026 Moto Morini 3 1/2 Sport Preview 

The 2026 Moto Morini 3 1/2 Sport is a new interpretation of an iconic model that was designed by Franco Lambertini and launched in 1974. The new version leans on the legacy of the...

2026 KTM 1390 Super Adventure R Preview 

KTM’s top adventure model gets a reboot for 2026. The 1290 Super Adventure R will be replaced with the 2026 KTM 1390 Super Adventure...

2026 Triumph Thruxton 400 and 2027 Triumph Tracker 400 Preview 

The Triumph Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X entered the lineup for model year 2024, offering an affordable launching point into Triumph ownership for new riders....

2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GX+, DR-Z4SM, and DR-Z4SM+ Preview 

Suzuki’s 2026 lineup already includes the new GSX-8T and GSX-8TT retro-inspired bikes, the updated GSX-R1000 and GSX-R1000 and GSX-R1000R sportbikes, and a number of returning models. Joining that list are the...

2026 Triumph Tiger Sport 800 Tour Preview

Triumph launched the Tiger Sport 800 in 2025 as a sporty adventure-tourer. For 2026, Triumph has announced the Tiger Spot 800 Tour, which adds several touring-ready...
2026 Motorcycle Buyers Guide