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Motorcycle news for sport touring riders, including relevant manufacturer announcements, product updates, events, safety bulletins, and major road developments.

Blue Ridge Parkway near Linville Falls, North Carolina, at milepost 320 The Blue Ridge Parkway near Linville Falls, North Carolina, at milepost 320.2. This stretch recently reopened following repairs to damage caused by Hurricane Helene, restoring access to one of the Parkway's scenic mountain corridors. Photo courtesy of the National Park Service.. Image courtesy of the National Park Service.

Blue Ridge Parkway Reopens for Fall Riding

The Blue Ridge Parkway is nearly fully reopened for fall riding, with 458 of 469 miles accessible following major repairs from Hurricane Helene.

Rider on 2026 ADV Cannonball Rally Seventy-five riders left Plymouth, Massachusetts, for an eight-day, self-supported motorcycle rally across the country. Sixty-four reached Monterey. Sean Ross took the overall win by just 14 points. Image courtesy of ADV Cannonball Rally.

Sean Ross Wins 2026 ADV Cannonball Rally

Sean Ross wins the 2026 ADV Cannonball Rally after eight days across America, as riders face breakdowns, navigation challenges and still nights.

Suzuki GSX-S1000GX+ on road Suzuki’s second wave of 2027 announcements confirms the return of the GSX-S1000GT+, GSX-S1000GX+ and V-STROM 1050 family, filling in key touring choices for the coming model year. Image courtesy of Suzuki Motor USA, LLC.

Suzuki Confirms Next Wave of 2027 Models

Suzuki continues its 2027 rollout with another wave of motorcycles, bringing the GT+, GX+ and V-STROM 1050 back into focus for sport touring.

Ninja ZX-10R on track Bridgestone’s BATTLAX Racing Street RS12 will be original equipment on the new Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, with 120/70ZR17 front and 190/55ZR17 rear sizes. Image courtesy of Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA.

Bridgestone Supplies BATTLAX RS12 for Ninja ZX-10R

Bridgestone’s BATTLAX Racing Street RS12 with strong dry grip and track day performance compliments the hypersport Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R.

Moto Canada 2027 banner The 2027 Moto Canada Motorcycle and Powersport Shows will visit Abbotsford, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal from January through February. Image courtesy of Moto Canada.

Moto Canada Announces 2027 Show Dates

Moto Canada sets dates for its 2027 Motorcycle and Powersport Shows, bringing new motorcycles, gear and technology to four Canadian cities.

Changing a BMW K 1600 GT front tire California’s new replacement-tire efficiency rules do not apply to motorcycle tires, but broader changes in tire development and pricing could still affect riders. Image courtesy of Rabaconda USA.

California Tire Rule Could Cost Motorcycle Riders

California’s new tire-efficiency rules exempt motorcycles, but industry concerns raise questions about broader tire costs and pricing.