Interesting notes and facts about motorcycles.
Germany registered 173,137 new powered two-wheelers in the first nine months of 2026. The 125 class and larger scooters grew faster than larger motorcycles.
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Mileage and appearance tell only part of the story. Ask how a used electric motorcycle was stored, charged and checked during periods off the road.
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In developing the CBR900RR, Tadao Baba put lightness and predictable handling ahead of a simple pursuit of greater engine capacity.
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A hooked tooth profile, binding links and damaged seals can reveal wear that chain lubrication and slack adjustment alone will not fix.
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The Mid Wales Loop passes Rhayader, the Elan Valley and the Cambrian Mountains. Its 140 miles are best planned as a full-day ride.
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Bibione is set to host a FIM Sand Races World Championship round on 23–25 October. The Italian stop follows the season opener in Morocco.
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A 1915 Rudge Multigear in a museum collection shows how builders sought a more flexible drive before the familiar modern gearbox.
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A useful trial ride begins before the engine starts and ends with another inspection after the motorcycle returns.
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Founded in London in 1959, the 59 Club became a gathering place for riders after a 1962 church service, sustained by music, friendship and volunteers.
Read full article The 59 Club
Honda’s V3R 900 E-Compressor prototype pairs a 900cc V3 engine with an electronically controlled compressor. The bike is still being refined for production.
Read full article Honda Motor Europe