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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ducati Diavel V4First Ride Review: Ducati Diavel V4 2026 — We Spent Five Days on Road and Track to See If This Power Cruiser Is the Most Exciting Bike in Its Class
Ducati's Diavel V4 has always pushed the boundaries of what a power cruiser can be, but the 2026 model raises the stakes considerably with a refined V4 Granturismo engine, sharper electronics, and a chassis tuned for both boulevard comfort and genuine track capability. We spent five days putting the new Diavel V4 through its paces across sweeping canyon roads, open highway miles, and a dedicated track session to find out whether Ducati has built the most exciting bike in its class. Here's our full verdict.
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.
YamahaFirst Ride Review: Yamaha XSR900 GP 2026 — We Spent a Week on Road and Track to See If This Retro Racer Delivers More Than Just Good Looks
Yamaha's XSR900 GP for 2026 wraps genuine MotoGP-inspired livery and bodywork around the proven CP3 triple engine, but does the real-world experience match the showroom drama? We spent a full week on both public roads and a closed circuit to find out.
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.
motorcycle securityBest Motorcycle Trackers and GPS Security Devices of 2026: We Installed and Tested 10 Units to Find the Best Theft Protection Money Can Buy
Motorcycle theft is at an all-time high, and the best GPS tracker can mean the difference between a recovered bike and a total loss. We spent three months installing and field-testing 10 of the top motorcycle GPS security devices of 2026 to find out which units deliver real-world theft protection. Here are our honest, hands-on findings.
helmetsShoei RF-1400 vs AGV Pista GP RR vs Arai Corsair-X: We Wore All Three Track-Focused Full-Face Helmets for 30 Days to Find the Best High-Performance Lid of 2026
We spent 30 days wearing the Shoei RF-1400, AGV Pista GP RR, and Arai Corsair-X on track and street to determine which high-performance full-face helmet deserves your hard-earned money in 2026. From aerodynamics and ventilation to fit, noise levels, and safety ratings, we leave no visor unturned in this definitive head-to-head comparison.
motorcyclesFirst Ride Review: Yamaha MT-10 SP 2026 — We Pushed It Hard on Road and Track to See If It Still Dominates the Hypernaked Class
The 2026 Yamaha MT-10 SP arrives with sharper electronics, revised suspension, and a crossplane engine that still raises hairs on the back of your neck. We spent a full day on road and track to find out if Yamaha's flagship hypernaked can still hold its crown against an increasingly hungry pack of rivals.
REVIEWTrack Test: 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 S – Chasing Lap Records at Laguna Seca
The Ducati Panigale V4 S is already a dream superbike on the street, but how does it fare on the racetrack? We took the 2025 Panigale V4 S to California’s famed Laguna Seca circuit to push its limits. With blistering speed, race-bred electronics, and that unmistakable Ducati roar, this track test reveals just how close a “stock” production bike can come to superbike lap times – and how it makes you feel chasing them.
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