Motorcycle news for sport touring riders, including relevant manufacturer announcements, product updates, events, safety bulletins, and major road developments.
Bridgestone's new BATTLAX ADVENTURE A42 is designed for adventure touring motorcycles primarily ridden on pavement, with improvements in wet-road performance, tread life, and comfort. Image courtesy of Bridgestone.
Bridgestone’s new BATTLAX A42 targets street-focused adventure touring riders with improved wet traction, longer tire life, and quieter rides.
The 2027 Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE LT ABS combines a 1,099cc inline-four engine with electronically controlled suspension and an upright riding position, delivering a blend of sporting capability and touring comfort well suited to winding mountain roads. Photo courtesy of Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A.
From the sporty Ninja 1100SX to the versatile Versys and classic Vulcan, explore Kawasaki’s 2027 touring lineup and find a ride for your needs.
EICMA 2026 returns to Milan November 3–8, bringing together motorcycle manufacturers and equipment suppliers for one of the industry's leading international exhibitions. Image courtesy of EICMA.
EICMA returns to Milan on November 3rd. Here’s what sport touring riders should look for in motorcycles, touring technology, and riding gear.
CFMOTO's 2026 international media event showcased its expanding engineering, manufacturing, and design capabilities as the Chinese manufacturer pursues the premium global motorcycle market. Image courtesy of CFMOTO.
CFMOTO expands its global reach and premium motorcycle ambitions, signaling growing competition from Chinese manufacturers across the industry.
KTM has issued a worldwide recall for PowerParts steering damper part number 16181T01E, offering a free preventive update through authorized dealers. Image courtesy of KTM Sportmotorcycle GmbH.
KTM recalls PowerParts steering dampers used on select 1290 and 1390 Super Duke models. Owners can arrange a free update through their dealer.
Belgian rider Jelle Verstaen aboard the Zero DS that set a new Guinness World Record, traveling 271.2 miles (436.5 km) on a single charge and surpassing the previous electric motorcycle distance record by more than 78 miles. Image courtesy of Zero Motorcycles.
Zero Motorcycles’ 271-mile world record highlights advancing electric motorcycle range and the promise of long-distance electric sport touring.