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.
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.
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.
Yamaha R9First Ride Review: Yamaha R9 2026 — We Spent a Week on Road and Track to See If This Is the Sport Bike That Finally Fills the R6-Shaped Hole in Yamaha's Lineup
After years of silence in the middleweight supersport segment, Yamaha has returned with the all-new 2026 R9 — a purpose-built machine designed to reclaim the throne once held by the legendary R6. We spent a full week riding it on public roads and a closed circuit to find out if it truly delivers on that promise.
Indian MotorcycleFirst Ride Review: Indian FTR Sport 2026 — We Clocked 500 Miles on Street and Dirt Track to See If This Flat Tracker Crossover Delivers Real-World Thrills Beyond the Hype
Indian Motorcycle's FTR Sport returns for 2026 with refined ergonomics, updated suspension, and a claimed dual-purpose personality that begs the question: can a street-legal flat tracker actually cut it on the dirt? We put 500 miles on tarmac and loose clay to find out.
motorcyclesFirst Ride Review: Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2026 — Does the New Tech Justify the Upgrade?
The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ 2026 offers a blend of cutting-edge technology and refined performance. But does this new tech justify an upgrade for current owners? We take it for a spin to find out.
motorcyclesFirst Ride Review: Suzuki GSX-S1000GX 2026 — We Spent Six Days Cross-Country to See If This Sport Tourer Can Dethrone the Tracer 9 GT and Ninja 1000SX
We rode the all-new 2026 Suzuki GSX-S1000GX across six days and roughly 1,800 miles of mixed terrain to find out if Suzuki's flagship sport tourer has what it takes to unseat the dominant Yamaha Tracer 9 GT and Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX. Here's everything you need to know before you buy.
apriliaFirst 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.
motorcyclesKawasaki 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.
motorcyclesFirst Ride Review: Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2026 — We Clocked 900 Miles to See If the Active Aero and Semi-Active Suspension Justify the Price Tag
We spent two weeks and 900 miles aboard the 2026 Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S, pushing its active aerodynamics and semi-active suspension through mountain passes, motorways, and urban traffic. Here's our definitive verdict on whether the Italian flagship's cutting-edge technology and premium price tag make sense for serious sport-touring riders.
Yamaha XSR900GPHow's XSR900GP in South Korea
The Yamaha XSR900GP has arrived in South Korea, blending retro MotoGP aesthetics with modern superbike performance in one of Asia's most enthusiastic motorcycle markets. We take a deep dive into how this machine is being received, what Korean riders think of it, and whether it lives up to the hype on Korean roads.
motorcycle tiresBest Motorcycle Tire Brands of 2026: We Mounted and Tested 10 Sets Across Sport, Touring, and Adventure Riding to Find the Top Picks
We mounted and tested 10 sets of motorcycle tires across sport, touring, and adventure riding in 2026 to find the best options for every type of rider. From canyon carving to loaded two-up touring, our real-world results cut through the marketing noise. Here are the brands and models that earned our highest marks.
600ccSuzuki vs Kawasaki vs Yamaha 600cc Middleweight Showdown: We Rode All Three Back-to-Back to Find the Best All-Rounder of 2026
We spent a full week throwing the 2026 Suzuki GSX-R600, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R, and Yamaha YZF-R6 back-to-back across mountain roads, highways, and track days to find out which 600cc supersport truly earns the all-rounder crown. The results were closer than we expected — and one clear winner emerged.
HondaHonda Complete 2026 Models Lineup Review: Every CBR, CB, Africa Twin, and Gold Wing Compared
Honda's 2026 motorcycle lineup is one of the most comprehensive in the industry, spanning everything from razor-sharp supersports to continent-crossing tourers. We break down every CBR, CB, Africa Twin, and Gold Wing to help you find the perfect Honda for your riding life.
sport tourersKawasaki Ninja 1000SX vs Yamaha Tracer 9 GT vs Honda NT1100: We Rode All Three to Find the Best Sport Tourer
We spent three days riding the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX, Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, and Honda NT1100 back-to-back to find out which sport tourer deserves your money. From mountain twisties to motorway slogs, each bike revealed its true character — and the results might surprise you.
ApriliaComplete Aprilia 2026 Models Lineup Review: RS, Tuono, and Tuareg Range Fully Compared
Aprilia's 2026 lineup brings refinements and excitement across its three core families — the track-focused RS sportbikes, the naked Tuono warriors, and the adventure-ready Tuareg explorers. We break down every model, compare specs, and help you decide which Aprilia belongs in your garage.
sport touringBest Sport Touring Motorcycles of 2026: We Rode 8 Long-Distance Machines to Find the Ultimate Highway King
We spent thousands of miles aboard eight of the best sport touring motorcycles of 2026 to determine which machine truly rules the open road. From cutting-edge electronics to all-day comfort, these bikes represent the pinnacle of long-distance performance riding. Here's what we found — and which one we'd spend our own money on.