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New and updated motorbikes are being released regularly around the world. We preview coming motorcycles, how much they will cost, their technical specifications, features and styling. We also road test bikes for their performance, technology, comfort, styling, handling, safety, value, practicality, ease of use and more. We sort though the good and the bad and recommend the bike that suits your riding style.
Harley-Davidson trademarks often end up as names for their motorcycles, but in this case, Rude Boy will be used for their upcoming range of electric bicycles. The company has struck some trouble with the recent launch of their LiveWire electric motorcycle: The bike was delayed a month going into North America dealerships; Several dealerships refused to …
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Production of the Harley-Davidson electric LiveWire motorcycle has started again after being stalled a few days this week over a problem with one home charger. The company says it was only a “single occurrence”. There was no problem with the motorcycle, only the charger. “We take pride in our rigorous quality assurance measures and our drive …
BMW Motorrad could soon be adding a limited-edition F 850 GS Rallye and an F 850 R production bike to its expanding line-up. The company has prepared a special F 850 GS Rallye for the annual International GS Trophy Oceania competition in February 2020 in New Zealand. While they have been specially prepared for the GS …
CFMOTO Australia has added the third 650cc model to the range, called the 650GT ABS which is a “grand tourer”. It will cost just $8490 ride away and joins the naked 650NK at $6490 and the 650MT at $7490 including a free set of panniers valued at $650 until the end of the year. Comparative models …
Yamaha is stepping up its electric program with removable batteries, but not in a full-size electric motorcycle. That’s probably just as well as Harley-Davidson has hit a short circuit with the introduction of its LiveWire. Instead, Yamaha will unveil two electric scooters, an electric bicycle, an electric mobility scooter and an electric personal scooter at …
Harley-Davidson’s electric LiveWire motorcycle has hit a metaphorical short circuit with production stopped for a “nonstandard condition” involving the home charger. The company has asked owners only to charge their bikes with the DC fast charger supplied at some HD dealerships. There is no other information from the company. Even though it doesn’t arrive in …
FTR stands for “flat track racer”, but even the Indian FTR 1200 Race Replica is much more than that and not the narrow-focussed bike many might think. It arrives in Australia in three models all at ride-away prices: FTR 1200 basic black for $20,995; FTR 1200 S in red and grey or titanium and black for $22,995; …
Spy photos of the production version of the BMW R 18 cruiser prototype that dropped jaws earlier this year now comes with an oil cooler, longer pipes, bags and a fatter front tyre. We expected there would be some differences between the beautiful and simplistic prototype and it seems engine cooling for emissions regulations will …
Future Honda electric motorcycles and scooters might feature an alarm to warn pedestrians unaware of the approaching quiet vehicle. Japanese company has secured a patent through the Indian patent office for the device. Honda’s compact alarm device fits under the seat with speakers on the front of the bike. It features an audio processor that sounds …