Motorcycle Reviews
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track day motorcyclesBest Motorcycles for Track Days in 2026: We Lapped 9 Street-Legal Sport and Naked Bikes to Find the Best Bikes That Double as Weekend Warriors
We took nine street-legal sport and naked bikes to the track in 2026 to find out which machines truly deliver when the helmet visor comes down and the lap timer starts. From fire-breathing supersports to agile middleweights, this is our definitive guide to the best motorcycles for track days that you can still ride home on. Whether you're a seasoned trackday regular or a first-timer looking for the perfect dual-purpose weapon, we've got the verdict.
Triumph Speed 400First Ride Review: Triumph Speed 400 SE 2026 — We Spent Six Days on City Streets and Mountain Roads to See If This Small-Bore Brit Can Punch Well Above Its Price Tag
Triumph's Speed 400 SE 2026 arrives with sharper ergonomics, a revised suspension tune, and enough style to embarrass bikes twice its price — but does it have the substance to match? We spent six days riding it through urban gridlock and demanding mountain passes to find out.
adventure motorcyclesBest Motorcycles for Overlanding and Camping in 2026: We Loaded Up 8 ADV Bikes With Full Gear to Find the Ultimate Off-Grid Machine
We strapped full overlanding gear to eight of the most capable adventure motorcycles available in 2026 and rode them deep into the backcountry to find out which bike truly earns the title of ultimate off-grid machine. From high-clearance single-tracks to two-lane blacktop slab sessions between campsites, our real-world test covered everything an overland rider faces. Here's what we found.
adventure motorcyclesTriumph Tiger 900 GT Pro vs Honda Africa Twin DCT vs Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally: We Rode All Three Mid-Weight ADV Bikes Back-to-Back to Find the Best All-Road Tourer of 2026
We spent a full week riding the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro, Honda Africa Twin DCT, and Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally back-to-back across tarmac, gravel, and mountain passes to find the definitive mid-weight adventure tourer of 2026. Each bike brings a distinct philosophy to the segment, and the differences are more pronounced than ever. Here's everything you need to know before you buy.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RRFirst Ride Review: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR 2026 — We Spent Five Days on Track and Tarmac to See If This Four-Cylinder 400cc Is the Most Exciting Small-Bore Sport Bike You Can Buy Right Now
Kawasaki's 2026 Ninja ZX-4RR arrives with refinements to its screaming inline-four engine, sharper electronics, and a chassis tuned for both weekend track days and daily sport riding. We spent five full days pushing it hard on circuit and canyon roads to find out whether this 400cc pocket rocket earns its place as the most exciting small-bore sport bike on the market. Here's everything you need to know before you swing a leg over one.
Honda CB1000 HornetFirst Ride Review: Honda CB1000 Hornet 2027 — We Spent a Week on Road and Track to See If This Is the Most Exciting Naked Bike Honda Has Built in a Decade
Honda has dropped what might be its most compelling naked bike in years: the 2027 CB1000 Hornet. We spent a full week riding it on both public roads and a closed circuit to find out whether Honda's big Hornet finally delivers the sharp, exciting package that naked bike fans have been demanding. Here's our comprehensive first ride verdict.
YamahaFirst Ride Review: Yamaha MT-07 Hybrid 2026 — We Spent a Week Testing Its Dual Powertrain on City and Highway
We spent a week testing the Yamaha MT-07 Hybrid 2026, exploring its dual powertrain capabilities in both city and highway settings. This review covers its performance, efficiency, and overall ride experience.
Suzuki HayabusaSuzuki Hayabusa vs Kawasaki Ninja H2 vs Ducati Panigale V4: We Rode All Three to Find the Best Hyperbike of 2026
In the world of hyperbikes, the Suzuki Hayabusa, Kawasaki Ninja H2, and Ducati Panigale V4 stand out as icons of speed and performance. We took each of these 2026 models for a spin to determine which one truly reigns supreme. Discover the strengths and quirks of each bike as we delve into their unique offerings.
Harley-DavidsonFirst Ride Review: Harley-Davidson Electra Glide 2026 — We Spent 1,000 Miles Touring to See If It Lives Up to the Legacy
We took the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide 2026 on a 1,000-mile journey to test its touring capabilities and see if it stands up to its storied legacy. From comfort to performance, here's how this iconic bike fared on the open road.
superbike shootoutAprilia RSV4 Factory vs Ducati Panigale V4 S vs BMW M 1000 RR: We Rode All Three Superbikes Back-to-Back on Road and Track to Find the Absolute Best Litre-Class Machine of 2026
We strapped on our leathers and spent two full days riding the Aprilia RSV4 Factory, Ducati Panigale V4 S, and BMW M 1000 RR back-to-back on both public roads and a closed circuit to determine which 2026 litre-class superbike truly reigns supreme. The results were closer than you'd expect — and one machine surprised us in ways we never anticipated. Here's our definitive, no-holds-barred verdict.
Royal EnfieldFirst Ride Review: Royal Enfield Classic 650 2026 — We Spent Six Days on City Streets and Open Highways to See If This Retro Icon Can Win Over Modern Riders Without Losing Its Soul
Royal Enfield's new Classic 650 for 2026 takes the beloved retro formula and bolts on a parallel-twin engine that changes everything — but does it keep the character that made the original a global icon? We rode it hard through six days of city commutes, canyon sweepers, and open highway miles to find out.
Zero MotorcyclesFirst Ride Review: Zero SR/S 2026 — We Clocked 800 Miles on the Updated Electric Sport Tourer to See If the 200-Mile Range Claim Holds Up in the Real World
Zero Motorcycles has made bold claims about the 2026 SR/S hitting a 200-mile real-world range, and we put those numbers to the test over 800 hard miles of highway, canyon roads, and city commuting. The updated electric sport tourer brings significant battery and software upgrades to one of the most capable bikes in Zero's lineup, but does it finally close the gap on range anxiety? Here's everything we found out.
adventure touringFirst Ride Review: CFMoto 800MT Explore 2026 — We Spent Six Days on Tarmac and Trail to See If This Budget Adventure Tourer Can Genuinely Compete With the Established Mid-Range Field
We spent six days aboard the 2026 CFMoto 800MT Explore, covering everything from motorway slabs to rocky forest trails, to find out whether this Chinese-built adventure tourer has what it takes to genuinely challenge the Honda Africa Twin, Yamaha Ténéré 700, and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 in the hotly contested mid-range segment. The 800MT has always shown promise, but CFMoto's 2026 revision brings sharper electronics, a retuned chassis, and a more aggressive price point — so does it finally deliver the complete package? Read on for our full first ride verdict.
scramblerHusqvarna Svartpilen 801 vs Triumph Scrambler 900 vs Ducati Scrambler Icon: We Rode All Three Mid-Range Scramblers to Find the Best Dirt-Ready Street Bike of 2026
We spent a week riding the Husqvarna Svartpilen 801, Triumph Scrambler 900, and Ducati Scrambler Icon back-to-back to find out which mid-range scrambler best bridges the gap between street confidence and dirt-ready capability in 2026. Each bike brings a distinct personality, price point, and riding experience to the table. Here's our definitive breakdown of all three.
BenelliComplete 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.
grand touringHarley-Davidson Touring vs Indian Touring vs BMW Touring: We Rode All Three Grand Tourers Across 1,500 Miles to Find the Ultimate Long-Haul Machine of 2026
We spent two weeks and 1,500 miles putting the 2026 Harley-Davidson Road Glide, Indian Pursuit Dark Horse, and BMW R18 Transcontinental to the ultimate test across highways, mountain passes, and long desert straightaways. The results will surprise you — and might just change how you think about the grand touring category. Here's everything you need to know before dropping serious money on your next long-haul machine.
Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SEFirst Ride Review: Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE 2026 — We Spent Five Days on City Streets and Open Highways to See If This Retro Cruiser Can Win Over a New Generation of Riders
We spent five days aboard the 2026 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 SE, threading city traffic and stretching its legs on open highways to find out whether this retro-styled cruiser has the substance to match its style. From its parallel-twin engine to its surprisingly capable chassis, the Eliminator 500 SE makes a compelling case that Kawasaki has cracked the code on beginner-friendly bikes that experienced riders will also want to own. Here's our full verdict.
naked bikesYamaha 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.