Bikes Archives - Asphalt & Rubber https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/category/bikes/ Motorcycles Distilled Tue, 08 Nov 2022 21:12:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2 https://i0.wp.com/www.asphaltandrubber.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/512-55149f05v1_site_icon.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Bikes Archives - Asphalt & Rubber https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/category/bikes/ 32 32 20999162 The Honda XL750 Transalp Finally Returns https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-honda-xl750-transalp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-honda-xl750-transalp https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-honda-xl750-transalp/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 21:06:02 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214918

After much expectation and waiting, the Honda Transalp returns to Big Red's lineup as a 755cc middleweight ADV machine.

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Bimota BX450 Dirt Bike Leaks Ahead of EIMCA Debut https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/dirt/bimota-bx450-dirt-bike-leaks-eimca-debut/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bimota-bx450-dirt-bike-leaks-eimca-debut https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/dirt/bimota-bx450-dirt-bike-leaks-eimca-debut/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:22:39 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=214876

Our Bothan spies have been working hard to bring you the first pictures of the Bimota BX450 dirt bike, ahead of its release at the EICMA show in Milan.

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The BMW M1000RR Superbike Takes Another Step Forward for 2023 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000rr/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-bmw-m1000rr https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000rr/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:02:02 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213957

BMW has added more "super" to its top-of-the-line superbike, as the 2023 BMW M1000RR gets a revised intake, more carbon, and more aero.

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No Compromises: BMW M1000R Debuts with 205hp on Tap https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000r/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-bmw-m1000r https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-m1000r/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2022 22:01:31 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213961

For the 2023 model year, BMW is bolstering its M Motorcycle lineup, adding the 205hp BMW M1000R streetfighter to its sport bike arsenal.

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Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally Brings Us an Italian Rival for the GSA https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-multistrada-v4-rally/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ducati-multistrada-v4-rally https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-multistrada-v4-rally/#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2022 03:53:03 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213645

Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally debuts with a bigger fuel tank, longer suspension, and a bevy of clever electronics to make riding this beast easier.

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The BMW S1000RR Gets Wings and Updates for the 2023 Model Year https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-s1000rr/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-bmw-s1000rr https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-bmw-s1000rr/#comments Thu, 29 Sep 2022 17:40:11 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213501

The BMW S1000RR is getting some meaningful updates for the 2023 model year, including a new chassis, revised electronics, and added winglets.

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Ducati Monster SP Arrives for the 2023 Model Year https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-ducati-monster-sp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-ducati-monster-sp https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-ducati-monster-sp/#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2022 22:47:57 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213270

The Ducati Monster lineup will grow by another model for 2023, as the Italian brand has announced the new Ducati Monster SP for next year.

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An Early Christmas: Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini Edition https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-streetfighter-v4-lamborghini/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ducati-streetfighter-v4-lamborghini https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-streetfighter-v4-lamborghini/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2022 21:15:57 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213021

The new Ducati Streetfighter V4 Lamborghini is a two-wheeled homage to the Lamborghini Huracán STO - you're either going to love it or hate it.

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Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta – The Ultimate Track-Ready Superbike https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/aprilia-rsv4-xtrenta/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aprilia-rsv4-xtrenta https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/aprilia-rsv4-xtrenta/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2022 21:24:32 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=213009

The 230hp Aprilia RSV4 XTrenta is the ultimate track-ready superbike, with more aero than you can throw a boomerang at. Only 100 will be made.

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Ducati Drops the Details on Its 150hp Electric MotoE Race Bike https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-v21l-motoe-race-bike/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ducati-v21l-motoe-race-bike https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-v21l-motoe-race-bike/#comments Thu, 30 Jun 2022 12:30:02 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=211814

Ducati just released the specs on its new MotoE racer, and this 150hp electric race bike has some impressive tech for the 2023 season.

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Too Many Photos of the 2023 Husqvarna FS 450 Supermoto https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-husqvarna-fs-450/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-husqvarna-fs-450 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-husqvarna-fs-450/#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2022 22:56:33 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=211586

If you don't have a supermoto already in your garage, can we recommend to you the 2023 Husqvarna FS 450? It's so choice.

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BMW M1000RR 50 Years M Edition, For Your Bavarian-Loving Heart https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/bmw-m1000rr-50-years-m-edition/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bmw-m1000rr-50-years-m-edition https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/bmw-m1000rr-50-years-m-edition/#comments Thu, 19 May 2022 22:46:05 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=211054

To help celebrate 50 years of the "M" brand in BMW, your favorite Germans are releasing the BMW M1000RR 50 Years M Edition superbike.

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Too Many Photos of the Ducati DesertX in Action https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-desertx-photos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ducati-desertx-photos https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-desertx-photos/#comments Mon, 09 May 2022 22:18:06 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=210823

Early impressions of the Ducati DesertX are favorable, which only adds to the list of options that are available in the middleweight ADV category.

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Electric Trials Riding Evolves with the Yamaha TY-E 2.0 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/dirt/yamaha-ty-e-2-0-electric-trials/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yamaha-ty-e-2-0-electric-trials https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/dirt/yamaha-ty-e-2-0-electric-trials/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2022 20:38:06 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=210460

The Yamaha TY-E 2.0 just officially debuted at the 49th Tokyo Motorcycle Show, and looks to be a promising entry for electric trials riding. We like.

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Big Red Soft-Launches the Honda Hawk11 for the Japanese Market https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-honda-hawk11-osaka/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2022-honda-hawk11-osaka https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-honda-hawk11-osaka/#comments Mon, 21 Mar 2022 20:14:42 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=210355

The Honda Hawk11 made its public debut this past weekend, at the Osaka Motorcycle Show. But, details are still scarce for this Japanese market machine.

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The KTM 790 Duke Surprisingly Returns for the 2022 Model Year https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-ktm-790-duke/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2022-ktm-790-duke https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-ktm-790-duke/#comments Tue, 15 Mar 2022 23:42:30 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=210265

Something we weren't expecting, the KTM 790 Duke is returning for the 2022 model year, and it comes with a very affordable price tag in Europe.

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Honda ST125 Dax Debuts for the European Market https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-honda-st125-dax/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-honda-st125-dax https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-honda-st125-dax/#comments Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:44:17 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=210169

Motorcycle press photos need more wiener dogs in them. It just works, and when they are paired with a pint-sized motorcycle like the Honda Dax.

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Über-Spec Ducati Panigale V4 SP2 Debuts for 2023 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-ducati-panigale-v4-sp2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2023-ducati-panigale-v4-sp2 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2023-ducati-panigale-v4-sp2/#comments Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:21:34 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209927

Ducati's final reveal for 2022 is actually a 2023 model year machine, but it's a good one. Say hello to the top-spec 2023 Ducati Panigale V4 SP2 superbike.

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American Honda Debuts the CRF-E2 Electric Dirt Bike for Kids https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/greenger-honda-crf-e2-electric-dirt-bike/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=greenger-honda-crf-e2-electric-dirt-bike https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/greenger-honda-crf-e2-electric-dirt-bike/#comments Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:58:46 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209933

American Honda is bringing to market an electric dirt bike for kids and it will sell for under $3000 in the United States.

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On First Look, The New Buell SuperTouring 1190 Fails to Impress https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/buell-supertouring-1190-debut/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=buell-supertouring-1190-debut https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/buell-supertouring-1190-debut/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2022 01:34:19 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209910

The Buell SuperTouring 1190 has a face that only a mother could love, and a $22,000 price tag that makes no sense. Is this the future of Buell?

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Buell SuperTouring 1190 Model Debuting This Weekend https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/buell-supertouring-1190-model-debuting-weekend/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=buell-supertouring-1190-model-debuting-weekend https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/buell-supertouring-1190-model-debuting-weekend/#comments Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:33:48 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209875

Buell Motorcycles is set to debut its 185hp sport-touring beast this weekend at Daytona Bike Week. Get ready for the 2023 Buell SuperTouring 1190.

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Ducati Multistrada V4 Gets Automatic Lowering Suspension https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-ducati-multistrada-v4-minimum-preload-automatic-lowering-suspension/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2022-ducati-multistrada-v4-minimum-preload-automatic-lowering-suspension https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-ducati-multistrada-v4-minimum-preload-automatic-lowering-suspension/#comments Thu, 24 Feb 2022 19:49:43 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209725

Updates come to the Ducati Multistrada V4 for the 2022 model year, including a new "Minimum Preload" automatic suspension lowering feature.

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2022 KTM 890 Duke GP Debuts with Even Bolder New Graphics https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-ktm-890-duke-gp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2022-ktm-890-duke-gp https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-ktm-890-duke-gp/#comments Tue, 22 Feb 2022 20:14:21 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209694

We had big hopes for the 2022 KTM 890 Duke GP when its name was released, but that seems to be for nothing as only bold new graphics have arrived.

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Limited Edition Ducati XDiavel Nero Debuts, With a Fancy New Seat https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-xdiavel-nero/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ducati-xdiavel-nero https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/ducati-xdiavel-nero/#comments Fri, 18 Feb 2022 02:04:41 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209496

The Ducati XDiavel Nero just debuted, with a custom seat by the renowned leatherworkers at Poltrona Frau. Only $500 will be made.

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Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid Debuts in Europe for 2022 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-yamaha-tenere-700-world-raid/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2022-yamaha-tenere-700-world-raid https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/bikes/2022-yamaha-tenere-700-world-raid/#comments Wed, 16 Feb 2022 23:03:27 +0000 https://www.asphaltandrubber.com/?p=209430

The Ténéré 700 family just got a little bigger, with tuning fork brand adding the Yamaha Ténéré 700 World Raid to its ADV lineup for 2022.

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