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MotoGP

Aprilia Rejects Lost-Title Narrative as Marquez Nears Championship

Aprilia's team chief says Marc Marquez's Ducati form, not a failure by Aprilia, will decide the 2026 MotoGP title, which Marquez is close to clinching.

New Bikes

Benelli Revives Its Triple Engine With a 14,000-RPM Design and Moving Winglets

RideApart reports Benelli unveiled a three-cylinder motorcycle at EICMA with a 14,000-rpm engine, moving winglets and a range of advanced hardware.

Culture

Queen Latifah's 1994 Honda Fireblade Heads to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

RideApart reports that Queen Latifah's 1994 Honda Fireblade, seen in the "U.N.I.T.Y." video, is set to join the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

New Bikes

KOVE Brings a Wave of New Bikes and an Electronic Clutch to Milan

KOVE used EICMA to show five new models, two electric motorcycles and its Electronic Clutch system, according to RideApart.

Gear

An EV Maker's Gundam-Inspired Helmet Comes With a Flare Beacon

An electric motorcycle company has unveiled a mecha-styled helmet with a Flare Beacon light meant to help riders stand out on the road.

Electric

A Swappable-Battery Electric Hypersport Concept Raises Ergonomic Questions

Clandestine Design Group's Cellcius C-01 concept pairs swappable batteries for quick recharges with a riding position RideApart calls wildly uncomfortable.

MotoGP

Aldeguer Defends Final-Corner Move After Bagnaia Crash in Qatar

Fermin Aldeguer says his collision with Francesco Bagnaia in the Qatar sprint was not reckless, as the factory Ducati rider was left injured.

Electric

LiveWire shows off its broadest electric lineup yet at EICMA 2026

LiveWire displayed its widest range of electric machines at EICMA in Milan, from lightweight street models to dirt bikes and kids' balance bikes.

MotoGP

Marquez Takes Qatar Sprint Win Amid Early Clash With Bezzecchi

Marc Marquez won Saturday's Sprint in Qatar after an early clash with Marco Bezzecchi, a result Motorcycle Daily says moves him closer to the 2026 title.

Electric

Vespa's 2027 electric lineup gets a technical refresh under the classic look

Electrek reports Vespa has overhauled its electric scooter technology for 2027 while keeping the steel bodywork largely unchanged.

Electric

Electric Dirt Bikes Are Getting Called E-Bikes, and Bicycle Makers Want It to Stop

Electrek reports that electric dirt bikes are often lumped in with e-bikes, and the bicycle industry wants that naming habit to end.

MotoGP

Aprilia questions stewards' call after Bezzecchi and Marquez sprint clash

Aprilia's CEO says he disagrees with the decision not to penalize Marc Marquez after a sprint collision with Marco Bezzecchi in Qatar.

MotoGP

Jake Dixon Scores First MotoGP Points on HRC Debut, but Admits Early Error

Jake Dixon earned his first MotoGP points at Qatar on his HRC debut, five years after his last appearance, though an early mistake left him annoyed.

Racing

MotoGP's Qatar decision draws criticism amid regional conflict

MotoGP faces criticism for keeping the Qatar Grand Prix on the calendar, as the event went ahead at Losail despite regional armed conflict.

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Marquez Title Push Stalls in Qatar as Bezzecchi Takes the Win

Marco Bezzecchi won the Qatar Grand Prix, leaving Marc Marquez's MotoGP title clinch for Portugal, while columnists debate the race's wider meaning.

New Bikes

Suzuki V-Strom 800 Touring: What the Travel Trim Adds for $10,499

Ultimate Motorcycling outlines the 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Touring, a travel-focused trim with a top case and handguards at a $10,499 list price.

New Bikes

Harley-Davidson's Sprint 440 Bets on a Small Single for Everyday Riders

Harley-Davidson previews the 2027 Sprint 440, a lightweight cruiser built around a 440cc single with Hero MotoCorp, due at dealers in spring 2027.

MotoGP

Marquez Closes In on MotoGP Crown Ahead of Portuguese Grand Prix

Marc Marquez scored 32 of a possible 37 points in Qatar and is positioned to clinch the MotoGP title at the Portuguese Grand Prix in two weeks.

MotoGP

Jorge Martin's Qatar ride keeps MotoGP title hopes alive into Portugal

Jorge Martin finished seventh at Lusail, a result Motorsport.com says kept his title hopes alive and delayed Marc Marquez's celebrations.

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Marini Withdraws From Qatar MotoGP as Grid Shrinks to 16 Bikes

Luca Marini has withdrawn from the Qatar MotoGP Grand Prix after struggling with fatigue, leaving only 16 bikes on the grid for Sunday's race.

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