Motorcycle news for sport touring riders, including relevant manufacturer announcements, product updates, events, safety bulletins, and major road developments.
Formerly Mount Evans, a ride to the 14,130 feet summit of Mount Blue Sky remains a top motorcycling experience. Image © American Sport Touring.
The Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway has reopened for 2026. This article explains the temporary closure that put the high-altitude Colorado ride on hold.
CHIGEE’s SR-1 radar system connects a rear-mounted radar unit to front warning indicators through the motorcycle’s 12V electrical system.. Image © American Sport Touring.
CHIGEE’s SR-1 radar system brings blind spot, lane change, overtaking, and rear collision alerts to motorcycles using automotive-grade 77GHz radar.
The 2026 BMW S 1000 XR adds a new Sage Green metallic Style Sport finish and a small equipment update for long-distance riders. Image courtesy of BMW North America, LLC.
BMW adds a Sage Green color option and USB charging to the 2026 S 1000 XR. Modest changes for this this already capable sport touring cross-over.
Riders take to the Demo Days Festival riding range as the expanded hands-on event opens its 2026 season at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Image courtesy of Demo Days Festival.
Demo Days Festival 2026 begins at the Rose Bowl with motorcycle demos, off-road courses, e-bikes, UTVs, and a wide mix of riding experiences.
Cardo’s new HJC 4X and HJC Spirit systems bring integrated Bluetooth communication to select HJC helmets. Photo courtesy of Cardo Systems.
Cardo and HJC introduce integrated Bluetooth communication systems for select HJC helmets, including the HJC 4X and HJC Spirit.
BMW’s System 8 helmet marks the latest generation in a 50-year helmet program focused on rider safety, comfort, aerodynamics, and communication. Image © BMW North America, LLC.
BMW Motorrad celebrates 50 years of helmet development, from its first 1975 full-face design to the new System 8 and System 8 Carbon.
