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Ducati’s first run with 850cc MotoGP bike was “very good”, says Gigi Dall’Igna

Ducati's test programme with its 850cc bike is now under way

Motorsport

Aprilia explains why it hasn’t tested 850cc bike yet: “We are in no hurry”

Massimo Rivola offers an update on the development of Aprilia’s next-generation MotoGP bike and addresses concerns over a lack of testing

Motorsport

CFMoto's KTM Adventure Motorcycle Fighter Is Finally Coming to the US

The CFMoto 1000MT-X will arrive as the 2027 Ibex 950, long before the new KTM 990.

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Tech3 forced into fielding just one bike for MotoGP Spanish GP

Vinales is yet to score a point in 2026 due to lasting effects of an injury he suffered midway through last year

Autosport

Injured Maverick Vinales to miss Spanish GP after undergoing surgery

Vinales is yet to score a point in 2026 due to lasting effects of an injury he suffered midway through last year

Motorsport

Has Ducati stagnated or have its MotoGP rivals caught up?

Ducati’s dominant days in MotoGP appear to be over - at least based on what we witnessed in the opening phase of the 2026 season

Motorsport

KTM riders say top speed advantage has disappeared in MotoGP

Pedro Acosta, Brad Binder and Maverick Vinales agree KTM has improved in cornering for 2026 - but at the expense of one of its biggest strengths

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Is The Triumph Bonneville About To Get Smaller And A Whole Lot Cheaper?

Triumph’s Bonneville 350 has been spotted testing in India as GST rules push KTM and others toward smaller engines.

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How MotoGP's concessions system will work in 850cc new era

The concession system designed to aid struggling manufacturers will continue in MotoGP's 850cc era that begins next year

Autosport

What the concessions system will look like in MotoGP's new era

The concession system designed to aid struggling manufacturers will continue in MotoGP's 850cc era that begins next year

Motorsport

Pedro Acosta explains what KTM needs to close the gap to Aprilia in MotoGP

Acosta expects the European leg to pose fresh questions for KTM despite its strong start to 2026

Motorsport

The New KTM Super Duke 1390 RR Is Possibly the Wildest Naked Superbike Around

The Austrian manufacturer added an ‘R’ to the latest Super Duke 1390 R, but what’s that even mean?

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Alex Marquez still involved in Ducati’s MotoGP development despite KTM move

Alex Marquez, whose MotoGP future is already tied to KTM, believes that won’t limit his influence on Ducati’s development work as a factory rider for the Italian manufacturer

Motorsport

Forthcoming KTM switch not impacting Marquez's involvement in GP26 development

Alex Marquez, whose MotoGP future is already tied to KTM, believes that won’t limit his influence on Ducati’s development work as a factory rider for the Italian manufacturer

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Nicolo Bulega is not Ducati's "first choice" for MotoGP 2027

Despite his role as a test rider for Ducati’s 850cc project and a dominant start in World Superbike, Bulega may struggle to secure a MotoGP seat for 2027 as most Desmosedici seats appear already booked

Autosport

Ducati carries out 850cc MotoGP bike shakedown at Misano

The Italian manufacturer has taken advantage of a private event on Monday at Misano to run the bike and the Pirelli tyres for next year; only Aprilia yet to take to the track with its 850cc prototype

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KTM Is Launching A New 350 Lineup In India. So What Happens To The 390s?

India’s GST structure makes the 350s cheaper, but the 390s still deliver higher performance and more premium features.

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KTM's Bling 450 RC Finally Hits the Roads, but All Signs Point to No US Delivery

KTM launched its new 450 RC in China, and it looks like it could top the class in terms of specs. But it's unlikely to make its way to the US.

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KTM Taps Former BMW Exec To Help Stabilize Company and Hopefully Drive Better Sales

KTM just hired former BMW executive, Stephan Reiff, as the brand's new chief commercial officer. Will he give the company the direction it needs right now?

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KTM 390 Owners, A Recall From 2025 Just Got Expanded To Include More Bikes

Certain years and production ranges of 390 Dukes and RC 390s are now included in the e-throttle recall the company issued in late 2025.

Motorsport

KTM backs “unlucky” Maverick Vinales to return and become "second leader"

Vinales struggled for performance in the early part of the year, largely due to the aftereffects of a previous injury, but KTM is not losing faith in him

Motorsport

Pedro Acosta says teaming up with Marc Marquez would be a “dream come true”

Acosta has hinted at the possibility of racing alongside Marquez for the first time

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2026 Kawasaki KLE500 First Ride Review: It Doesn't Deserve the Internet's Hatred

Much hate has been directed toward the all-new 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 due to a variety of spec-sheet 'failures.' But having ridden it in the mountains of Utah, it's undeserved. Though a few tweaks could make it great.

Autosport

MotoGP wants F1-style permanent reserve riders

In the new commercial framework being negotiated, MotoGP intends to introduce permanent reserve riders as used in Formula 1

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This KTM Dirtbike Doesn't Rev And Doesn't Shift. But It's Still Totally Badass

KTM gives us a glimpse into the future of riding with the 2027 Freeride E, ditching gears and noise in exchange for instant torque.

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