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KTM have revealed the first images of their upcoming 990 RC R. This all-new model, the Austrian brand’s first fully-faired large sportsbike in more than a decade, will also be the basis for an entry in Supersport competition. Both road-legal standard and Track editions of the 990 RC R will be offered. Powered by a EURO5+ compliant LC8c parallel twin, the 990 RC R will produce 94kW and 103 Nm, while the shifter for the six-speed transmission can be reversed to race shift pattern. The all-steel frame has been engineered for performance, with increased stiffness, more weight at the front end and a dedicated steering head angle of 25 degrees. This, along with a diecast aluminum subframe, provides the right feel and stability under acceleration, be it on bumpy roads…

While they’ve been bettered by Honda and GasGas in recent years, KTM remains the most successful manufacturer in the annual Dakar Rally. That success has spawned an annual ‘Rally Replica’ edition for two decades, starting with the big 660cc singles and switching to 450cc when that capacity limit was introduced for Dakar in 2011. Recently, KTM unveiled the 2025 version of their popular 450 Rally Replica. Described as the most updated version of this high-spec, limited-edition model in the past five years, the 2025 450 Rally Replica features major changes to the engine, cooling system, frame and bodywork. Developed by KTM Factory Racing, the MY25 bike is said to be the closest ever to the factory racing machine. The SOHC 450cc single is fitted with a newly designed cylinder head,…

For the past few years, Harley-Davidson has been referring to the models in their Touring range as the ‘Grand American Touring’ family. These big, torquey and comfortable cruisers, designed to eat up mile after mile of highway, have been the bedrock of Harley’s post-war range and have come to define the brand in many ways. Grand American Touring may sound a bit grandiose, but after spending a day on the 2024 Street Glide and Road Glide, it’s a label that’s entirely appropriate. For those of you not au fait with the pair, the Street Glide is a member of the Touring family that dates back to the 1980s and follows a long line of similar models. With its fork-mounted ‘Batwing’ fairing that was first seen in 1969, the Street Glide…

Ducati have created a special edition of their Monster naked in tribute to Ayrton Senna; the Formula 1 World Champion who had a strong connection to Ducati during his F1 career. Based on the Monster SP, the limited edition is identified by a special livery that’s inspired by the flag of Senna’s native Brazil and gains a handful of new features. The Monster Senna was officially unveiled on the weekend of the Emilia-Romagna Formula 1 Grand Prix at Misano, San Marino, in late May. Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali and Senna Brands CEO Bianca Senna joined F1 President and CEO, Stefano Domencali, in revealing the special edition. “Ayrton Senna was and will forever stand as an icon,” Claudio Domenicali said. “Senna was one of the very first owners of the Monster…

MotoGP will say goodbye to one of its most popular riders at the end of the 2024 season, with Aleix Espargaro announcing his retirement. In a special press conference held at the Catalunya MotoGP round, the 34-year-old Spaniard confirmed this year will be his last as a full-time rider, ending a career that covers more than 300 grands prix and nearly two decades. Across those two decades, Espargaro rode for Honda in the 125cc World Championship, Honda and Aprilia in 250cc/Moto2, plus Ducati, Yamaha, Suzuki, and most recently Aprilia in MotoGP. Espargaro joined Aprilia Racing in 2017, making history with their first race victory in MotoGP. That win, at the 2022 Argentine Grand Prix, was also Espargaro’s first after more than a decade in the premier class. “At the end…

HMG Motorsport KTM’s David Walsh was victorious at this year’s Tatts Finke Desert Race, extending his winning streak in the annual two-day off-road race to five. The Alice Springs local was fastest on the opening leg from Alice Springs to Finke, then rode conservatively to secure the outright win on the return leg. Entry numbers were down by more than 100 this year, with 326 lining up for the Prologue that got underway on Saturday, 8 June. Organisers have cited cost of living pressures for the drop off, believing some entrants are now choosing to do Finke every second- or third-year. Additionally, some are thought to be holding off until the 50th Anniversary Finke, which will be in 2026. PROLOGUE – WALSHES UP FRONT In the Prologue, Liam Walsh, cousin…

1 EUROGRIP PROTORQ EXTREME TYRE Eurogrip / Whites Powersports  whitesmoto.com.au/collections/eurogrip Made for light to middleweight sports bikes, the Protorq Extreme tyre from Eurogrip is an all-weather radial that features a highly rigid carcass for superior handling at speed and excellent puncture resistance. A zero-degree steel belt around the carcass helps in self-righting and enhanced confidence when cornering. Constructed of an advanced tri-polymer, the tread compound has a high structure carbon, resulting in optimum grip, mileage and durability. Available in 110x70x17, 140x70x17 and 150x60x17 sizes, Protorq Extreme is the OE tyre for Aprilia RS 457 and will be ideal for 250/300/400cc models from KTM, Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha and others. From $147.00 RRP. Available from July. 2 MERLIN NAVAR JACKET Merlin Bike Gear / Link International merlinbikegear.com.au Made for the active dual…

BMW Motorrad are set to introduce an automatic transmission system for selected models, aimed at making riding “simpler and more comfortable”. The system, called Automated Shift Assistant (ASA), can allow riders to change gears in the traditional way, or let shifts be made completely automatically. An evolution of BMW’s Shift Assistant Pro, ASA employs two electromechanical actuators that automate clutch and gearshift operation. This eliminates the need for a clutch lever, but the shifter pedal is retained. In ‘M’ shift mode, gear changes are still made by foot, allowing the rider control of when to shift up or down. In ‘D’ shift mode, ASA automatically selects the shift points via an engine control unit, with no rider input required. Along with a gearshift sensor, which is actuated by the conventional…

One of the first major moves in MotoGP’s rider market for 2025 was announced in June, with Marc Marquez signing with the factory Ducati team. As Francesco Bagnaia had extended his contract with the Ducati Lenovo Team back in March, it means Marquez’s arrival will come at the expense of Enea Bastianini, who has been with the squad since 2023. Marquez joined the Gresini Ducati MotoGP satellite team this year after eleven seasons with the Repsol Honda factory team, where he achieved all six of his premier class world championships. The switch from Honda’s RC213V to a year-old Desmosedici GP has already produced eight podiums (across sprint and long format races) at time of writing, with a win considered highly likely before the end of this season. For comparison, Marquez…

For the past few years, Kawasaki have been spoiling LAMS riders with a vast array of models. From slick sportsbikes to modern nakeds, retro nakeds, adventure bikes, tourers and cruisers, there’s a starter model in Kawasaki’s lineup to suit every taste and riding requirement. A new addition to this already big range reached our shores recently in the form of the ‘Eliminator’ cruiser. Based on the current 400cc parallel twin Ninja 400 and Z 400 models, the Eliminator features increased engine capacity and bags of cruiser-specific styling touches. It’s also available in standard and SE form, giving riders even more options. Kawasaki unveiled the all-new model at the Osaka Motorcycle Show in March, 2023, with Japanese market release following shortly after. It’s gradually been rolling out to other markets in…

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