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Complete Benelli 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every TRK, Leoncino, and 752S Compared and Ranked Against the Competition
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Complete Benelli 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every TRK, Leoncino, and 752S Compared and Ranked Against the Competition

Benelli's 2026 lineup brings fresh updates and serious competition to the middleweight and adventure touring segments, with the TRK series, Leoncino range, and 752S all vying for attention in a crowded market. We break down every model, compare specs and value, and stack them up against key rivals from Royal Enfield, Honda, and Kawasaki. Here's how each Benelli ranks and which one might be the right fit for your garage.

Bikenrider
May 11, 20261 min read
Yamaha MT-07 vs Honda CB750 Hornet vs Kawasaki Z650: We Rode All Three Entry-Level Nakeds Back-to-Back to Find the Best Beginner-Friendly Street Bike of 2026
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Yamaha MT-07 vs Honda CB750 Hornet vs Kawasaki Z650: We Rode All Three Entry-Level Nakeds Back-to-Back to Find the Best Beginner-Friendly Street Bike of 2026

We spent a full day riding the Yamaha MT-07, Honda CB750 Hornet, and Kawasaki Z650 back-to-back to find out which entry-level naked bike deserves your money in 2026. All three machines promise accessible power, upright ergonomics, and street-ready character, but the differences between them are more significant than you might expect. Read on for our honest verdict on which one truly earns the title of best beginner-friendly street bike.

Bikenrider
May 10, 20261 min read
Ducati Hypermotard 950 vs KTM 890 Duke R vs Aprilia Tuono 660: We Rode All Three Supermoto-Inspired Nakeds to Find the Most Fun Street Fighter of 2026
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Ducati Hypermotard 950 vs KTM 890 Duke R vs Aprilia Tuono 660: We Rode All Three Supermoto-Inspired Nakeds to Find the Most Fun Street Fighter of 2026

We threw a leg over the Ducati Hypermotard 950, KTM 890 Duke R, and Aprilia Tuono 660 back-to-back on real streets and twisting canyon roads to settle the ultimate supermoto-inspired naked bike debate of 2026. Each machine brings a wildly different personality to the fight, so which one wins your heart — and your wallet? Read on for our full verdict.

Sammy Jackson
Apr 26, 20261 min read
Complete Husqvarna 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every Vitpilen, Svartpilen, and Norden Compared and Ranked
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Complete Husqvarna 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every Vitpilen, Svartpilen, and Norden Compared and Ranked

Husqvarna's 2026 lineup refines its urban Vitpilen and Svartpilen machines while pushing the Norden adventure segment further than ever before. We compare every model side by side, breaking down specs, riding character, and value to rank them from good to best.

Bikenrider
Apr 24, 20261 min read
First Ride Review: Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo 2026 — We Spent Five Days on Track and Tarmac to See If This Is the Most Exciting Middleweight Sport Bike You Can Actually Buy
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First Ride Review: Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo 2026 — We Spent Five Days on Track and Tarmac to See If This Is the Most Exciting Middleweight Sport Bike You Can Actually Buy

We spent five full days flogging the new 2026 Aprilia RS 660 Trofeo on both circuit and open road to find out whether this limited-edition middleweight sport bike lives up to its race-ready billing. Spoiler: it absolutely does — and then some. Here's our complete first ride review.

Sammy Jackson
Apr 16, 20261 min read
Complete CFMoto 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every 450, 700, and 800 Series Bike Compared and Ranked
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Complete CFMoto 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every 450, 700, and 800 Series Bike Compared and Ranked

CFMoto's 2026 lineup is more ambitious than ever, spanning three distinct displacement families across adventure, sport, naked, and touring categories. We break down every 450, 700, and 800 series model, compare their specs and real-world appeal, and rank them from best to most niche. Whether you're a budget-conscious beginner or a seasoned rider eyeing a smart alternative, this guide has you covered.

Simon J Steel
Apr 15, 20261 min read
Honda CB750 Hornet vs Kawasaki Z650RS vs Yamaha XSR700: We Rode All Three Retro-Styled Middleweights to Find the Best All-Around Street Bike of 2026
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Honda CB750 Hornet vs Kawasaki Z650RS vs Yamaha XSR700: We Rode All Three Retro-Styled Middleweights to Find the Best All-Around Street Bike of 2026

We threw a leg over the Honda CB750 Hornet, Kawasaki Z650RS, and Yamaha XSR700 back-to-back to find out which retro-styled middleweight deserves your money in 2026. Three bikes, one winner — but the answer might surprise you.

Bikenrider
Apr 13, 20261 min read
First Ride Review: Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 2026 — We Clocked 600 Miles on Road and Dirt to See If This Scramblerr Punches Above Its Price Tag
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First Ride Review: Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 2026 — We Clocked 600 Miles on Road and Dirt to See If This Scramblerr Punches Above Its Price Tag

Royal Enfield's Guerrilla 450 arrives as one of the most compelling scramblers under $5,000, but does it actually deliver off the pavement? We spent 600 miles across tarmac, gravel, and dirt trails to find out if this middleweight scrambler is the real deal or just a pretty face.

Sammy Jackson
Apr 12, 20261 min read
First Ride Review: Ducati DesertX Discovery 2026 — We Spent Seven Days on Sand, Gravel, and Tarmac to See If It Is the Most Capable Factory ADV Bike You Can Buy Right Now
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First Ride Review: Ducati DesertX Discovery 2026 — We Spent Seven Days on Sand, Gravel, and Tarmac to See If It Is the Most Capable Factory ADV Bike You Can Buy Right Now

We spent seven days riding the 2026 Ducati DesertX Discovery across sand, gravel, and tarmac to find out if Ducati's most ambitious adventure bike yet truly earns its bold claims. From Moroccan dunes to Spanish mountain passes, here is our definitive verdict on the most talked-about factory ADV machine of the year.

Sammy Jackson
Apr 12, 20261 min read
Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Yamaha YZF-R7 vs Aprilia RS 660: We Rode All Three Middleweight Sport Bikes to Find the Best All-Rounder of 2026
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Kawasaki Ninja 500 vs Yamaha YZF-R7 vs Aprilia RS 660: We Rode All Three Middleweight Sport Bikes to Find the Best All-Rounder of 2026

We spent two weeks riding the Kawasaki Ninja 500, Yamaha YZF-R7, and Aprilia RS 660 back-to-back to settle the middleweight sport bike debate once and for all. From canyon carving to daily commutes, each machine has a distinct personality — and only one can claim the all-rounder crown for 2026. Here's what we found.

Bikenrider
Apr 10, 20261 min read
Best Adventure Motorcycles Under $15,000 in 2026: We Rode 10 Mid-Budget ADV Bikes to Find the Best Bang for Your Dollar
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Best Adventure Motorcycles Under $15,000 in 2026: We Rode 10 Mid-Budget ADV Bikes to Find the Best Bang for Your Dollar

Adventure motorcycles don't have to break the bank to deliver serious capability. We spent two weeks saddle-testing 10 of the best mid-budget ADV bikes on the market to find which ones deliver real world-ready performance, comfort, and versatility for under $15,000 in 2026.

Bikenrider
Apr 10, 20261 min read
First Ride Review: BMW S 1000 R 2026 — We Spent a Week Pushing the Most Refined Naked Superbike on the Market to Its Absolute Limit
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First Ride Review: BMW S 1000 R 2026 — We Spent a Week Pushing the Most Refined Naked Superbike on the Market to Its Absolute Limit

BMW's 2026 S 1000 R arrives as the most comprehensively developed naked superbike the Bavarian manufacturer has ever produced, blending race-derived power with street-focused refinement in a package that demands serious attention. We spent a full week riding it hard across mountain passes, city streets, and track days to find out whether the hype is justified. Spoiler: it absolutely is.

Bikenrider
Apr 10, 20261 min read
First Ride Review: Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2026 — We Spent Six Days on Dirt and Tarmac to See If It Finally Challenges the GS and Africa Twin
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First Ride Review: Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE 2026 — We Spent Six Days on Dirt and Tarmac to See If It Finally Challenges the GS and Africa Twin

We spent six days riding the 2026 Suzuki V-Strom 1050DE across gravel tracks, mountain passes, and open highway to find out whether Suzuki's most capable adventure bike yet can finally take the fight to the BMW R1250GS and Honda Africa Twin. Here's our full first-ride verdict.

Bikenrider
Apr 10, 20261 min read
Complete Triumph 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every Bonneville, Tiger, Speed Triple, and Rocket Compared
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Complete Triumph 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every Bonneville, Tiger, Speed Triple, and Rocket Compared

Triumph's 2026 lineup is one of the most comprehensive and exciting in the brand's modern history, spanning classic Bonnevilles, adventure-ready Tigers, aggressive Speed Triples, and the earth-shaking Rocket 3. We break down every model, who it's for, and how they compare so you can find your perfect British machine.

Bikenrider
Apr 7, 20261 min read
First Ride Review: KTM 1390 Super Duke R Evo 2026 — We Spent a Week on the Most Extreme Naked Bike on the Market to See If It Is Road-Legal Fun or Pure Madness
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First Ride Review: KTM 1390 Super Duke R Evo 2026 — We Spent a Week on the Most Extreme Naked Bike on the Market to See If It Is Road-Legal Fun or Pure Madness

KTM's 2026 1390 Super Duke R Evo is the most extreme naked bike money can buy, and we spent a full week thrashing it on road and track to find out whether it's genuinely usable or simply an adrenaline-fuelled liability. Spoiler: it's both — and somehow that's exactly the point.

Bikenrider
Apr 4, 20261 min read
Complete Royal Enfield 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every Himalayan, Interceptor, and Classic Compared
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Complete Royal Enfield 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every Himalayan, Interceptor, and Classic Compared

Royal Enfield's 2026 lineup brings refined engineering, new colorways, and subtle but meaningful updates across every model family. From the adventure-ready Himalayan to the retro-cool Interceptor 650 and the iconic Classic 350, we break down exactly what's changed and which bike deserves your attention.

Bikenrider
Mar 30, 20261 min read
First Ride Review: Triumph Trident 660 SE 2026 — We Spent Five Days in the City and on the Highway to See If It Still Owns the Middleweight Street Segment
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First Ride Review: Triumph Trident 660 SE 2026 — We Spent Five Days in the City and on the Highway to See If It Still Owns the Middleweight Street Segment

The Triumph Trident 660 SE returns for 2026 with subtle but meaningful updates, and we put it through five days of real-world riding — commuting city blocks and stretching its legs on the open highway — to find out if it still deserves its crown in the competitive middleweight street segment. Spoiler: this bike still has a lot to say.

Bikenrider
Mar 28, 20261 min read
Yamaha MT-09 vs Triumph Street Triple RS vs Ducati Monster: We Rode All Three Naked Middleweights to Find the Ultimate Street Fighter of 2026
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Yamaha MT-09 vs Triumph Street Triple RS vs Ducati Monster: We Rode All Three Naked Middleweights to Find the Ultimate Street Fighter of 2026

We strapped on our helmets and spent a full week riding the 2026 Yamaha MT-09, Triumph Street Triple RS, and Ducati Monster back-to-back on city streets, canyon roads, and mountain passes. Three very different personalities, three very compelling arguments — but only one can wear the crown of the ultimate naked middleweight street fighter.

Bikenrider
Mar 26, 20261 min read