Motorcycles

Moto News Weekly Wrap March 31, 2026 What’s New: FIM Baja World Cup date shifts 2026 WA Motocross opener cancelled AMA SX next stop St Louis this weekend, for Round 12 MXGP heads to Italy’s Riolo Sardo in two weeks Toby Price speaks out on San Felipe 250 disqualification Flat Track World Championship Round Three […] The post Moto News | GNCC Enduro | Flat Track | Trial | SX | MX | Baja appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

In the seaside city of Pescara, nestled within Italy’s rugged Abruzzo region, Filippo Barbacane has been playing a long game. When he started his craft in 1993, the Italian 'custom' scene was a ghost town, mostly restricted to mimicking American cruisers through grainy magazine photos. There was no ... View the full article

Archie McDonald made an immediate impression in the new FIM Bagger World Cup at Circuit of the Americas, winning the inaugural race on Saturday and leaving Austin with the championship lead despite a penalty-hit third place in Sunday’s second bout. The post Archie McDonald stars in Bagger World Cup opener at COTA appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

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Super H Products – Super Lube Lubing your chain shouldn’t mean coating half the bike in overspray—but for most riders, that’s exactly what happens. Between the swingarm, rear wheel, tyre edge and workshop floor, a quick maintenance job can turn into a messy clean-up. How the Super Luber works Called the Super Luber, this clever […] The post Super Luber chain lube tool aims to end overspray appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

In the windswept coastal town of Husum, Germany, Holger Breuer of HB-Custom continues to cement his reputation as one of the world’s most proficient customizers for the Honda NX650 Dominator. We recently caught up with Holger to admire his Teutonic 1920s-style BMW R69S, a build that showcased his ab... View the full article

You hear a raw engine note and might picture a race car with open pipes. I challenge you to rethink that guess. That fierce sound comes from a Honda Valkyrie, a bike built between 1996 and 2003, powered by a 1,500 cc flat-six engine with six cylinders and six carburetors. You are about to explore a bold café racer built around that engine. I show you how a builder in Spain reshaped frames, mixed parts from several Honda models, and […] The post Honda GL1000 Goldwing Cafe Racer by DS Motorcycles

There is something timeless about BMW’s airhead platform. Simple, mechanical, and honest, it offers a perfect foundation for reinterpretation rather than restoration. The WASTELAND project was born from the idea of stripping a motorcycle down to its emotional core — removing excess while amplifying character. Based on a 1989 BMW R100RT, this build was never intended to become a polished showpiece. Instead, the goal was to create a machine that feels like it survived another world — raw, function

Marco Bezzecchi, Jorge Martin, Pedro Acosta and the rest of the MotoGP field reflect on the highs, struggles and turning points from Round Three at COTA. The post MotoGP riders reflect on the weekend that was at COTA appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

CFMOTO used its 2026 CFMOTO Day event in Chengdu to showcase new models, its expanding racing program and the scale of its customer base, while also underlining the broader momentum behind the brand in markets such as Australia. The post Chengdu hosts CFMOTO Day 2026 showcasing brand momentum appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Marco Bezzecchi continued his blistering start to 2026 with victory at Circuit of The Americas, leading home Aprilia team-mate Jorge Martin for a second straight factory 1-2, while Pedro Acosta completed the podium and Jack Miller salvaged 16th in a difficult afternoon for Yamah The post Recapping the MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3 Sunday contests from COTA appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Nicolo Bulega completed a Portimão hat-trick in WorldSBK, Valentin Debise doubled up in WorldSSP, Loris Veneman won a thriller in WorldSPB and Paola Ramos stole WorldWCR Race 2 on the final lap, while Remy Gardner, Tayla Relph and Carter Thompson all gave Australia reason to smile. The post Sunday WorldSBK/SSP/SPB/WCR recaps from Portimao appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

2026 MXGP World Championship Round Three – MXGP of Switzerland Schollenholz Round three of the 2026 FIM Motocross World Championship turned into a mud-soaked survival test at Frauenfeld, where Tom Vialle took his first MXGP overall win and Simon Längenfelder reclaimed control of MX2. The Schollenholz circuit, dry enough for Saturday qualifying, was transformed by […] The post Wet Frauenfeld delivers drama across MXGP, MX2, EMX250 and EMX125 appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

After leaving the opening two rounds empty-handed, Senna Agius delivered the perfect response at COTA, winning a red-flag shortened Moto2 race in a direct fight with Celestino Vietti to reignite his 2026 campaign The post Senna Agius bounces back with stirring Moto2 win at COTA appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

You are about to see a Harley Sportster turned into a true cafe racer, and it works. Many builders have tried to mix these two styles, but few have achieved the right stance and balance. When you look at this bike, you notice clean lines, strong proportions, and a simple design that feels natural on a platform not built for it. I want you to focus on how careful planning shaped this result. Instead of relying on costly parts or heavy frame […] The post Harley-Davidson Sportster Cafe Racer (Sola

MotoAmerica’s Road to MotoGP class opened its 2026 season alongside MotoGP at Circuit of The Americas, and the Australian contingent immediately featured at the front. Sam Drane left Austin with two top-four finishes, Jake Paige claimed a podium and the lap record on debut, and the new campaign began with Gouker and Matsudaira splitting wins in two races decided by a combined 0.419 seconds. The post Drane and Paige shine as MotoAmerica Talent Cup opens at COTA appeared first on MCNews. View th

In the far east of Germany, Zwickau sits, a city where the air has smelled of two-stroke premix and industrial ambition for over a century. Known as the ‘City of Automobiles,’ it’s the birthplace of Audi and the infamous Trabant. But for those who grew up in the rural stretches of the former GDR, th... View the full article

As we crest the hill of another week and look toward the weekend's horizon, it’s time to raid the archives for our latest Flashback Friday. This week, we’re winding the clock back to March 2025, a month that saw Bike EXIF trade in high-concept futurism for a masterclass in 'Newstalgia.' From Austral... View the full article

The 2026 AOTOS Flux X26 Pro high-performance e-bike combines Class 2 legality with 100Nm torque and 2000W peak off-road performance.The e-bike space has exploded in recent years, with everything from svelte pedal-assisted commuters to snappy play bikes and full-fledged electric motos. The options ar... View the full article

When Royal Enfield launched the Hunter 350, it wasn't just releasing a motorcycle; it was providing a gateway into the brand for a younger, urban audience. Built on the 349cc J-platform, the Hunter is a punchy, agile roadster that trades the stately poise of the Classic 350 for a more responsive, st... View the full article

Once a teenage dream machine, this RD350LC returns as a nostalgic hybrid with sharper handling, a bigger engine and a classic Yamaha livery.If you had a bike in the shed and a television in the mid-1970s, there’s a good chance you were dying to get your hands on a liquid-cooled Yamaha two-stroke. Ya... View the full article

In the pantheon of motorcycling, few names carry the weight of MV Agusta. The Varese factory doesn't just build motorcycles; they build "Motorcycle Art." It’s a bold marketing claim, but one backed by a pedigree that is statistically unmatched. From 1956 to 1974, MV Agusta dominated the 500cc Grand ... View the full article

As the frost begins to retreat and the riding season beckons, we find ourselves looking back at a particularly vintage-heavy month in the archives. March 2024 was a period of high-contrast brilliance on Bike EXIF, bridging the gap between small-capacity Thai street-scramblers and meticulously engine... View the full article

Mention of a themed custom motorcycle conjures visions of bad reality TV choppers, and sends us into convulsions. But this scrambler is a theme bike with a big difference: It's so tastefully executed, we didn't realize there was a theme. Until builder Chris Tope revealed the story behind it.Chris wa... View the full article

Owing a motorcycle is a great accomplishment, pointing to the endless benefits it brings, from convenience in traffic to low parking needs. However, they also come with great responsibility to ensure they are in excellent shape. Neglecting small mechanical problems will result in more expensive repairs later on. The following tips help you prolong the lifespan of your motorcycle. Warm Up the Engine Before Riding Engine damage occurs when riders start their motorcycle before they ride at maximum

Motorcycles have always carried a certain romance—freedom, independence, and a sense of style that four wheels rarely match. For students, that appeal is often mixed with very practical concerns: cost, reliability, and ease of ownership. A bike isn’t just a toy; it’s transport, identity, and sometimes a first serious mechanical relationship. Over the past few years, smaller and more affordable machines have gained renewed attention, blending classic looks with modern reliability. The result is a

In the world of custom motorcycles, we often talk about "career changes," but Jochen Heinrich’s transition might be the most enviable one we’ve heard yet. After four decades navigating the sterile halls of the banking sector, Jochen traded his spreadsheets for a set of spanners. It’s a return to for... View the full article