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DUCATI DESMO450 SM

The Ducati Desmo450 SM is the first production racing supermoto packing desmodromic power, Showa suspension and a full suite of electronic rider aids. The Ducati Desmo450 SM has been unveiled, a competition-focused supermoto built around its [...]
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SAM SUNDERLAND TAKES ON THE WORLD

Two-time Dakar Rally winner Sam Sunderland has begun an attempt to set a new record for the fastest circumnavigation of the globe by motorcycle aboard a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer. Two-time Dakar Rally Champion [...]
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QJMOTOR AUSTRALIA IN DEALERSHIPS SOON

QJMOTOR Australia expects its first motorcycles to reach showrooms in October. QJMOTOR Australia expects to have its first motorcycles on Australian showroom floors in October, with applications now open for dealers as the Chinese motorcycle [...]
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2027 SUZUKI SV-7GX INCOMING

2027 Suzuki SV-7GX priced from $14,990 ride-away The new Suzuki SV-7GX will arrive in Australia from January 2027, priced from $14,990 ride-away. Suzuki’s new middleweight crossover combines its long-running 645cc V-twin with contemporary rider aids, touring [...]
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GEAR TEST: MIDLAND R1 MESH

The Midland R1 Mesh intercom combines straightforward installation and glove-friendly operation with excellent audio quality. Motorcycle intercoms have become increasingly sophisticated, but the fundamentals remain the same: they need to be easy to fit, simple [...]
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THE RISE OF CHINA

The rise of China on the Australian motorcycle market is happening fast with new entrant ZXMOTO set to announce pricing details on 8 October. The rise of China in the motorcycle world seems to be happening at break-neck speed. [...]

DUCATI DESMO450 SM

September 18, 2026 Comments Off

The Ducati Desmo450 SM is the first production racing supermoto packing desmodromic power, Showa suspension and a full suite of electronic rider aids. The Ducati Desmo450 SM has been unveiled, a competition-focused supermoto built around its […]

SAM SUNDERLAND TAKES ON THE WORLD

September 7, 2026 Comments Off

Two-time Dakar Rally winner Sam Sunderland has begun an attempt to set a new record for the fastest circumnavigation of the globe by motorcycle aboard a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer. Two-time Dakar Rally Champion […]

QJMOTOR AUSTRALIA IN DEALERSHIPS SOON

September 7, 2026 Comments Off

QJMOTOR Australia expects its first motorcycles to reach showrooms in October. QJMOTOR Australia expects to have its first motorcycles on Australian showroom floors in October, with applications now open for dealers as the Chinese motorcycle […]

2027 SUZUKI SV-7GX INCOMING

September 4, 2026 Comments Off

2027 Suzuki SV-7GX priced from $14,990 ride-away The new Suzuki SV-7GX will arrive in Australia from January 2027, priced from $14,990 ride-away. Suzuki’s new middleweight crossover combines its long-running 645cc V-twin with contemporary rider aids, touring […]

GEAR TEST: MIDLAND R1 MESH

September 4, 2026 Comments Off

The Midland R1 Mesh intercom combines straightforward installation and glove-friendly operation with excellent audio quality. Motorcycle intercoms have become increasingly sophisticated, but the fundamentals remain the same: they need to be easy to fit, simple […]

THE RISE OF CHINA

September 3, 2026 Comments Off

The rise of China on the Australian motorcycle market is happening fast with new entrant ZXMOTO set to announce pricing details on 8 October. The rise of China in the motorcycle world seems to be happening at break-neck speed. […]

BLACKED-OUT BREAKOUT

August 27, 2026 Comments Off

Harley-Davidson has given its Blacked-Out Breakout a darker factory-custom look. Harley-Davidson has revealed a new Blacked-Out Breakout for Australia and New Zealand, with showroom availability expected from October 2026. The updated cruiser builds on the […]

HONDA UK McGUINNESS FIREBLADE REPLICA

August 27, 2026 Comments Off

Honda UK is celebrating John McGuinness’ 30 years of Isle of Man TT racing with a 15-bike run of CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP replicas. Honda UK will produce just 15 examples of a special John McGuinness […]

BSA IS BACK… AND WE RIDE THEM

August 27, 2026 Comments Off

BSA is back in Australia with three distinct models blending classic style with modern performance. BSA is back in Australia, with Leisk Moto Imports appointed as the official local distributor for one of motorcycling’s most famous […]

TESTED: KAWASAKI NINJA H2

August 24, 2026 Comments Off

Kawasaki’s flagship Ninja H2 speed machine stands accused of being blindingly fast and astoundingly engineered. We pass judgement on the criminally desirable machine… Many of us recall when the Ninja H2 hit the headlines in 2015 […]

HONDA CMX1100 CRUISER RANGE LANDS

August 14, 2026 Comments Off

Updated Honda CMX1100 cruiser range lands in Australia Honda Australia has announced the arrival of its latest CMX1100 cruiser range, with three variants available and prices starting from $19,999. The line-up consists of the standard […]

TESTED: SUZUKI DR-Z4SM SUPERMOTO

July 29, 2026 Comments Off

The Suzuki DR-Z4SM drags the supermoto concept into the modern era… while still feeling like a dirtbike on slick 17s. It’s hard to believe it’s been two decades since Suzuki launched the DR-Z400SM supermoto in Australia. When […]

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HONDA CB1000GT CONFIRMED FOR AUSTRALIA

July 28, 2026 Comments Off

The Fireblade-powered Honda CB1000GT sports tourer will arrive in Australia in late 2026, with pricing to be announced closer to launch. Honda Australia has confirmed the all-new Honda CB1000GT will arrive locally in late 2026, bringing […]

MOTO GUZZI TO OPEN NEW FACTORY AND MUSEUM

July 23, 2026 Comments Off

Moto Guzzi will celebrate its 105th anniversary by opening a new factory and museum during the biggest-ever Moto Guzzi World Days in Mandello del Lario. Moto Guzzi will open a new factory and museum at […]

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2026 HONDA AFRICA TWIN RANGE

July 21, 2026 Comments Off

Honda’s 2026 Africa Twin range has arrived with fresh colours and graphics across four variants, with pricing starting from $22,999 RRP. The 2026 Honda Africa Twin line-up comprises the standard Africa Twin, Africa Twin ES, […]

QJMOTOR AND VOGE SET FOR AUSTRALIAN LAUNCH

July 21, 2026 Comments Off

Chinese motorcycle brands QJMOTOR and VOGE will launch in Australia in October under new distributor Nexa Auto Imports, with an initial range of 16 motorcycles. QJMOTOR and VOGE motorcycles will officially launch in Australia from […]

APRILIA 457 RANGE EXPANDED

July 20, 2026 Comments Off

The Aprilia 457 range has been expanded with the addition of the naked Tuono 457 and a MotoGP-inspired RS 457 GP Replica. The lightweight Aprilia 457 range has been expanded in Australia with the arrival of the […]

VESPA GTS 80TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

July 20, 2026 Comments Off

The Vespa GTS 80th Anniversary Edition will arrive in Australia in September, priced from $15,390 ride away and supplied with $1600 worth of commemorative accessories. Vespa will mark its 80th anniversary with a limited-edition version […]

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