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RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Review: 2023 Zero DSR/X | Photo by: Jenny Lindquist

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Review: 2023 Zero DSR/X

Zero Motorcycles has unveiled what it calls “the first true electric adventure motorcycle in the world.” Purpose-built to compete with big-bore ADV bikes in what Zero has identified as the fastest-growing motorcycle segment, the all-new 2023 Zero DSR/X is in a class of its own. The DSR/X began

Review: 2022 BMW K1600 Grand America

Review: 2022 BMW K1600 Grand America

Having just ridden the new Indian Pursuit, I was eagerly anticipating the Bavarian interpretation of a heavyweight bagger with a backrest. One may quip that the opposed-twin of the R 18 Transcontinental may better represent that particular segment. But the R 18 B model with a backrest doesn’t have

RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Review: 2022 Energica Experia

Review: 2022 Energica Experia

I’m riding through one of the world’s most famous playgrounds for motorcyclists and outdoor enthusiasts alike. As I zoom past hundreds of fellow riders, their jaws drop. My bike silently whizzes by them. I’m part of a small group of journalists riding Energica Experia—the world’s

New Goodies on the Way for Can-Am Three-Wheelers

New Goodies on the Way for Can-Am Three-Wheelers

Can-Am keeps forging ahead with new things. The company recently revealed its first motorcycles in decades, but it hasn’t forgotten its three-wheeled riders. For 2023, Can-Am will roll out new features for its Spyder and Ryker models. In addition, the brand is introducing an expanded range of customizable apparel.

Suzuki Updates V-Strom Lineup for 2023

Suzuki Updates V-Strom Lineup for 2023

Suzuki recently revealed its plans for 2023 with its dual sport and supermoto [https://www.roadrunner.travel/articles/suzuki-reveals-2023-dual-sport-and-supermoto-bikes/] bikes, in addition to a new Hayabusa [https://www.roadrunner.travel/articles/2023-suzuki-hayabusa/]. But the company’s not yet done treating its fans to fresh updates. The Japanese bike maker has

Can-Am Unveils First Bikes in New Electric Lineup

Can-Am Unveils First Bikes in New Electric Lineup

In early 2022, Can-Am dropped a bomb and announced it would return to motorcycles with a new lineup of all-electric bikes to mark the brand’s upcoming 50th anniversary. Recently, the brand revealed the first two models. The bikes are titled Can-Am Origin and Can-Am Pulse. The company states the

Review: 2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660

Review: 2022 Triumph Tiger Sport 660

Adventure style motorcycles tend to be more comfortable and versatile than most other machines. That’s part of the reason their popularity has skyrocketed in the last decade. We saw manufacturers enter a race for the biggest and baddest ADV on the market, but riders didn’t follow that logic

Review: 2022 Indian Pursuit Limited

Review: 2022 Indian Pursuit Limited

> The first thing I noticed upon straddling the 2022 Indian Pursuit Limited was that it’s built with size in mind. Endeavoring For Touring Supremacy With my derriere against the back of the seat, my arms were at full lock, gripping a handlebar that’s among the widest I’

2023 Vespa Pic Nic Now Available in North America

2023 Vespa Pic Nic Now Available in North America

Touring riders often go for cruisers and other large, high-powered bikes. But sometimes you can get just as much joy out of the other end of the scale. If you’re looking to go on a downsized ride, the 2023 Vespa Pic Nic is now available stateside. The Pic Nic

Review: 2021 Honda Trail 125 ABS

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Review: 2021 Honda Trail 125 ABS

The 2021 Honda Trail 125 ABS is a ridiculous motorcycle. Its 125cc thumper motor is underpowered and slow. Its centrifugal clutch is clunky. It’s only got four speeds. Its suspension is crude: I have kitchen stools with thicker legs than the forks and rear swingarm on the Trail. Did

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

2022 Harley-Davidson Nightster

Imagine the howl of a liquid-cooled V-twin filling your helmet as you wind down Hwy 33 outside Santa Barbara, CA. The road opens up into a short straight while your tach crosses 7,000 rpm—still 2,500 rpm under the redline. You’re riding fast, and fast is the

Yamaha Unveils MT-09 Cyber Rally

Yamaha Unveils MT-09 Cyber Rally

Yamaha served a surprise to the motorcycling world at this year's Osaka Motorcycle Show in March. Remember the 2014 MT-09 Street Rally? The Japanese bike maker is now bringing it back — at least in spirit. The MT-09 Cyber Rally unveiled in Osaka lives up to its name in

Review: 2022 Yamaha XSR900

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Review: 2022 Yamaha XSR900

The first small turn of the throttle as the XSR900 warmed up served as an enticing preview of what the new Yamaha had in store beneath its retro-styled aesthetics. The high-performance CP3 cross-plane triple-cylinder configuration of its engine possesses an enthralling sound and a quick-revving demeanor. Once underway, the bike’

2023 Suzuki Hayabusa

2023 Suzuki Hayabusa

Suzuki has pulled back the curtain on its 2023 bike range. Needless to say, the lineup also features a new iteration of the famous Hayabusa. Although the bike has received a restyling, it remains instantly recognizable from its aerodynamic, falcon-like silhouette. New style stems from reshaped vents and new logos.

Review: 2022 Triumph Trident 660

Review: 2022 Triumph Trident 660

Even in pleasant southern California, some of the best roads close for the winter. That’s because they’re foolish, whimsical ribbons that we would never build today. More than 80 years after the invention of the American superhighway, our mountain roads make no sense. They connect small tourist villages

Suzuki Reveals 2023 Dual Sport and Supermoto Bikes

Suzuki Reveals 2023 Dual Sport and Supermoto Bikes

Off-road and sport riders are in for a treat in the coming year. Suzuki has unveiled two dual sports and one supermoto for 2023, and they’re dressed to impress. The Japanese bike maker’s offerings consist of 2023 DR-Z400S and DR650S dual sports and the DR-Z400SM supermoto. Each of

Bike Elite: Indian Unveils Limited Edition Challenger and Chieftain

Bike Elite: Indian Unveils Limited Edition Challenger and Chieftain

Indian is giving riders a truly exclusive treat. America’s first motorcycle company has introduced two new limited-edition baggers, both bearing the exclusive Elite title. The 2022 Indian Challenger Elite and 2022 Indian Chieftain elite are both available in very limited numbers. The bikes sport custom-inspired designs that won’t

Husqvarna Unveils 2023 Off-Road and Dual-Sport Model Ranges

Husqvarna Unveils 2023 Off-Road and Dual-Sport Model Ranges

Off-road riders don’t stay still, and neither has Husqvarna. The Austrian-Swedish bike manufacturer has revealed what its plans are for the 2023 model year. Husqvarna’s next year’s lineup includes a whole slew of bikes. The company is bringing things to the TE 150, TE 250, and TE

Review: 2022 Aprilia Tuareg 660

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Review: 2022 Aprilia Tuareg 660

For many years after the retirement of Aprilia’s ETV 1200 Caponord, the Italian company lacked an adventure touring bike in its line-up. Finally, we got the Aprilia Tuareg 660 which we tested in Sardinia. The Italians have chosen to name the bike after their legendary Tuareg 250 Rally bike

LiveWire Releases S2 Del Mar Electric Motorcycle

LiveWire Releases S2 Del Mar Electric Motorcycle

The electric motorcycle revolution just keeps gathering speed. LiveWire — Harley-Davidson’s electric spinoff — has demonstrated with their new LiveWire S2 Del Mar bike. The all-electric S2 Del Mar is LiveWire’s first bike based on the new S2 Arrow architecture. It promises a modular design and thrilling performance. “The S2

Review: 2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+

Review: 2022 Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+

There’s a transformation unfolding in motorcycling. It’s driven by those who have enjoyed a history with sport bikes, but are now expanding their focus—riders accustomed to the high performance achieved in the past few decades seeking a more versatile package. This new niche is reflected in Suzuki’

BMW M Celebrates Half-Century Anniversary with Special M 1000 RR Edition

BMW M Celebrates Half-Century Anniversary with Special M 1000 RR Edition

Hitting the 50-year milestone is a big event for anybody. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of BMW M—BMW Motorrad’s performance department—the German motorcycle manufacturer is releasing a special birthday edition of the BMW M 1000 RR. The 2022 BMW M 1000 RR 50 Years M anniversary edition

Review: 2022 LiveWire ONE

Review: 2022 LiveWire ONE

> LiveWire, the one-time harbinger of Harley-Davidson’s electrified future, was relaunched last year as a standalone original equipment manufacturer (OEM) with the titular name of ONE gracing its only model offering. The financial repercussion of this seismic rebranding was an MSRP decrease of $7,800 from $29,799 to

Harley-Davidson Redefines the Sportster with 2022 Nightster

Harley-Davidson Redefines the Sportster with 2022 Nightster

For 65 years, Harley-Davidson’s Sportster has been a tried-and-true cruising machine. But now, the Motor Company is breathing new air into the classic lineup with the 2022 Nightster. Although the new bike retains the instantly recognizable Sportster silhouette and styling cues, things have changed. The bike boasts an all-new