Honda’s new motorcycle E-Clutch makes the left lever entirely optional

The idea of a clutchless motorcycle just feels wrong to some riders. After many years trying to sell fully automatic motorcycles, Honda has come up with a “best of both worlds” E-Clutch system that lets you use or ignore the left lever as you please.Co… Continue reading Honda’s new motorcycle E-Clutch makes the left lever entirely optional

Honda revives an all-terrain legend with the 2023 XL750 Transalp

After 12 years of absence from Honda’s lineup, the Transalp returns based on the same engine platform that debuted with the 2023 CB750 Hornet. It’s designed for all-terrain performance and comes with a lush electronic arsenal similar to that of the Afr… Continue reading Honda revives an all-terrain legend with the 2023 XL750 Transalp

Emergent trends from the biggest motorcycle auction of 2022

Upon reading last year’s report on this auction (due to Covid-19 the traditional Mecum Las Vegas auction was run in April/May instead of January) in 2021, it would have been easy to take the text, change a few dates and republish, at least for the topl… Continue reading Emergent trends from the biggest motorcycle auction of 2022

Emergent trends from the biggest motorcycle auction of 2022

Upon reading last year’s report on this auction (due to Covid-19 the traditional Mecum Las Vegas auction was run in April/May instead of January) in 2021, it would have been easy to take the text, change a few dates and republish, at least for the topl… Continue reading Emergent trends from the biggest motorcycle auction of 2022

Honda, Yamaha, KTM and Piaggio team up in swappable battery consortium

Four major manufacturers have committed to developing a standardized swappable battery system for electric motorcycles, opening up the possibility of quick-swap battery banks at service stations, servicing a range of brands and models.Continue ReadingC… Continue reading Honda, Yamaha, KTM and Piaggio team up in swappable battery consortium

Honda boosts the 2021 CRF300L with bigger engine and new Rally version

After nine years in the global markets, Honda’s entry-level CRF has received a major Euro-5 update. This includes a new frame, enlarged engine, richer equipment list and several targeted changes to complement its dual-purpose abilities.Continue Reading… Continue reading Honda boosts the 2021 CRF300L with bigger engine and new Rally version

Honda CBF designing a V4 superbike, so it’s released this CB-F concept

Motorcycle companies have given us some magnificently silly model designations over the years. The Yamaha Empty One and Tedium spring to mind. Then there’s the Honda Dullville, the BMW K1200 Arse Port, and the Suzuki Intruder and Gladys, while France c… Continue reading Honda CBF designing a V4 superbike, so it’s released this CB-F concept