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MotoGP: Logistical nightmare in Argentina

MotoGP riders, teams, and bikes stranded in Argentina whilst enroute to Austin, Texas as adverse weather conditions forces flight delays and cancellations.

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Victory Motorcycles returns for PPIHC 2016 race

Victory Motorcycles announces return to the famed Pikes Peak International Hill Climb 2016 (PPIHC 2016) race with two bikes.

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BMW Vision concept bike coming in October

BMW Vision concept bike will debut in October this year as part of brand’s centenary celebrations.

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Vista Outdoor Inc acquires Bell Helmets

Bell Helmets and other BRG Sports brands acquired by new owners Vista Outdoor Inc. (more…)

Video: New Victory Octane teased again

New video emerges teasing the new and upcoming Victory Octane muscle bike. (more…)

Biker kicked by police awarded $180,170

American biker kicked by police awarded $180,170 in damages after winning case. (more…)

8 biker chicks to follow on Instagram

Bikers! Need to spice up your daily Instagram feed? Well, here’s 8 bikers chicks we think you should follow!

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Yamaha patents ‘FJ-09’ nameplate

Sources are reporting that Yamaha have filed a patent for the ‘FJ-09’ nameplate in the US. (more…)

Yamaha rated most reliable in US

Despite the recent recall on its Super Ténéré and R1 in the US, the Yamaha brand was recently named the most reliable bikes brand by the US Consumer Reports magazine. (more…)

Triumph bikes recalled in the US

Triumph motorcycles, particular the Explorer and Trophy SE models, are being recalled in the United States over a fault in its electrical system (more…)

Beating the lights, should it be made legal?

The American state of Nevada has apparently made it legal for motorcyclists, mopeds, cyclists and three-wheelers to run a red light.

It was found that traffic light sensors sometimes do not detect motorcyclists, leaving them stranded at red for a long time. These bikers or cyclists then have to wait for a car to arrive to trigger the sensor for the light to turn green. This increases the waiting time by at least 3 or 4 times. However, the new law requires riders to wait for two light cycles before they can ride off. (more…)