Motorcycle Industry News

The Association of European Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM) has elected a new president, as well as three new Vice Presidents.

Kawasaki has been forced to recall a number of its dual sport bikes after they were found to have faults with the front brakes.

Bosch, the German electronics company, is investing in hydrogen technology, from production to storage, as an alternative to fossil fuels.

The UK Government extends its grant scheme towards the purchase of an electric motorcycle/scooter despite a similar incentive for electric cars being axed

There are only 13 years of combustion-engined sales in Europe after European Parliament vote confirmed all new vehicles sold by 2035 must be zero-emission.

UK motorcycle sales slide in May 2022 as supply chain issues make their presence felt; Yamaha NMAX 125 best-selling PTW, Royal Enfield grows

Yamaha’s involvement in Japanese-led hydrogen experiments continues, as it has now signed a deal to develop a hydrogen engine for Lexus.

Harley-Davidson has this week resumed motorcycle production after supplier issues halted production lines for around two weeks

Documents from Australia and America suggest that Triumph is looking to remove the 'Street' name as it looks to simplify its range.

Yamaha looks set to introduce MotoGP-style seamless transmissions to its high-end road bikes after filing patent forms. 

The myth of the German Autobahn looks as though it will soon be over, as the legendary German highways are set to become speed-limited. 

The Chinese manufacturer, Benda, launched last year two V4 motors of different capacity. But what could they be used for?

Honda looks to be getting closer to launching its first motorcycle with the ability to stay upright on its own and ride itself as low speeds

Continental Tire have recalled a number of their motorcycle tyres for risks of tread separation, which can increase the risk of crashing.

Gilera is set to return with a new bike derived from old Aprilia models thanks to a 987cc motor in its RA 9 concept. 

China’s 800cc inline four-cylinder has been in development for a few years now, but now we have an idea of the bikes that will utilise it. 

Harley-Davidson’s production has been stopped for a week, and it won’t start again for another week, after regulatory compliance issues.

The Motorcycle Action Group’s new default bus lane access campaign seeks to make bus lane access uniform, and drop the current variability. 

Speed limiting software is set to become mandatory for cars in the UK from July, but motorcycles remain unlimited, for now at least.

A US-based study has found that e-bikes could reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than two-times compared to combustion cars.

Yamaha UK has launched its own platform for the certification of second-hand motorcycles, aiming to ensure second-hand buyers receive quality products. 

The UK government intends to create new legislation which will see e-scooters exist outside of motorcycle and motor vehicle rules. 

Honda’s Ride Free experience will allow new and prospective riders to gain valuable experience in a controlled environment. 

The two-wheeler market in the UK is continuing to grow, as figures for April from the MCIA have revealed, particularly for 125-equivalent electrics.