Motorcycle Industry News

Like everything else, the price of fuel is continuing to increase, which is forcing many motorists to change their driving and riding habits on the road.

We all rely on breakdown cover in our most stressful times on the roads, whether on two wheels or four. But what happens when your provider doesn't act?

Ducati will return to exhibit its latest models at the 2022 EICMA Motorcycle Show on 8-15 November, with EICMA returning the favour at World Ducati Week

The European Parliament’s decision to end the sales of new, carbon-emitting combustion vehicles by 2035 has been confirmed. 

The Chinese manufacturer Shineray seems to be building a V2 engine which can be traced an old motor of an American brand.

Honda sets itself a target of ensuring at least 15% of all new models  - around 2.5 million in total - sold by 2030 will be electric powered 

Several European countries are backing an amendment to the European Parliament's decision that new combustion-engined vehicle sales must end by 2035. 

Yamaha has announced a 15-year reduction in its target for carbon neutrality in its factories, both in Japan and overseas, from 2050 to 2035.

BSA has announced a new UK distribution partner, as it prepares to launch the new BSA Gold Star that was unveiled at the end of last year.

The British government will continue the grant scheme for electric bikes, but there remain several issues with the viability of electrics in Britain.

Honda has signed a deal with Sony to create electric vehicles, after the shared intention between the two was confirmed in March. 

The SuperBike Factory has announced a new apprenticeship scheme in collaboration with Emtec, which is a part of Nottingham College.

Triumph has acquired Oset, with the two brands set to work together building dirt bikes, which poses an interesting question considering Oset's expertise.

Yamaha has announced a new sustainability fund that will look to invest in companies working to address problems with the environment.

The Motor Cycle Industry Association has published its figures for May 2022, with continued year-on-year growth for electrics.

Norton has announced a new electric project for the brand which is in part being funded by a government scheme and include six other partners.

In Europe and America, the electrification plans are gathering momentum, as charging stations are set to be added on both sides of the Atlantic.

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.