New Motorcycles for 2024 and 2025

New motorcycles for 2024 - upcoming bike models and in-depth features from the world's best motorcycling publication, MCN.

From extreme in-line fours to hybrid nakeds, there’s a lot of new metal on offer during 2024, with more to come in 2025. MCN is first to give you all the breaking news and in-depth analysis.

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Elefants in the room: MV Agusta borrow a slice of Cagiva’s Dakar racing heritage for two new adventure bikes

23 November 2021 by Dan Sutherland

MV Agusta have dived headfirst into the adventure bike market, revealing two mud-plugging models inspired by the Dakar Rally success of the Cagiva Elefant. Related articles on MCN MV Agusta Turismo...

Ready for small ADVenture? Honda unveil 350 version of their adventure scooter

23 November 2021 by Phil West

Meet the new Honda ADV350, a scooter the Japanese firm say is conceived to mix the sophistication and practicality of a conventional, mid-range scooter with a fashionable rugged style as inspired by...

Honda gives Fireblade major improvements for 2022 and 30th Anniversary SP fully unveiled

23 November 2021 by Phil West

There wasn’t much wrong with Honda’s CBR1000RR-R and SP superbikes – they were brand-new just two years ago, after all – but Honda has improved them anyway. Related articles on MCN Honda CBR1000RR-R...

New Yamaha MT-10 SP raises the bar: Latest Ohlins suspension leads changes to Japan’s top super naked

22 November 2021 by Phil West

Following Yamaha’s recent unveiling of a virtually all-new MT-10 super naked with six extra bhp, refreshed styling, improved brakes and new TFT dash, comes this even higher spec SP version. Related...

Kenyan-built Opibus expected to cost under a grand

18 November 2021 by Phil West

This rugged two-wheeler might not win any beauty contests but it could change the world by being the first electric bike built in Africa with the idea of being so affordable and practical it could...

Affordable Mutt FSR125 and 250 get racier wheels, styling and more

17 November 2021 by Phil West

UK firm Mutt Motorcycles have unveiled two updated FSR models. Still based around a Chinese-built, old-school air-cooled single in either 125cc/12bhp or 250cc/21bhp guises, the two bikes are the...

Semi-active super naked: KTM reveal 1290 Super Duke R Evo with electronic WP springs

16 November 2021 by Dan Sutherland

KTM are updating their snarling V-twin 1290 Super Duke R range for 2022, revealing a new Evo model complete with WP semi-active suspension. Already impressively damped in standard trim, thanks to full...

Yamaha TMAX goes to the max! Top-spec scoot gets more tech and a major restyle

16 November 2021 by Ben Clarke

Yamaha TMAX Tech Max has been updated for 2022. The firm’s flagship maxi-scooter gets sportier looks and bang up-to-date tech. The front-end is now more muscular with reshaped and higher headlights...

The everyday Streetfighter? Ducati's new V2 takes tech from baby Panigale

11 November 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Ducati are broadening the appeal of their Streetfighter line-up for 2022, revealing a more approachable £14,995 V2 model based on the Panigale V2 sportsbike. It’s been almost two years since Ducati...

The full SP: Ducati launch blacked-out lightweight Streetfighter V4 SP

11 November 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Ducati have launched their most bonkers super naked to date – a lighter version of the Streetfighter V4 S boasting an exclusive paintjob, single seat and components taken from the Superleggera V4...

Honda reinvent the superbike: Composite and cast alloy monocoque patent revealed

10 November 2021 by Ben Purvis

It’s been more than 35 years since the Suzuki GSX-R750 laid the template that almost every Japanese superbike still follows – but Honda have been hard at work creating a machine that might topple the...

For a limited time only: Triumph unveil three new special editions

09 November 2021 by Phil West

Triumph have unveiled a raft of new special editions based on the Rocket 3 R and GT, Thruxton RS and Street Twin models. Although the numbers won’t be limited, each of the specials will only be on...

Rebooted Yamaha XSR900 retro packs a bigger punch

02 November 2021 by Phil West

Following the fully-revised 2021 MT-09 roadster comes Yamaha’s new 2022 XSR900 – the retro-styled sister bike to the popular MT triple. And, with more power, a much improved lighter yet stronger...

Rotary revival: 220bhp, £85,000 Crighton CR700W track bike launched

01 November 2021 by Phil West

This rotary-powered, ultra-exotic, limited edition track bike is the just-unveiled CR700W – the latest project of former Norton rotary racing genius Brian Crighton. And, with a whopping 220bhp from...

Norden arrives: Husqvarna 901 adventurer set for on and off-road exploration from 2022

30 October 2021 by Dan Sutherland

After almost two years of spy shots, and video teasers Husqvarna have finally lifted the covers off their hotly anticipated Norden 901 adventure bike. Based on the pre-existing KTM 890 Adventure...

Norton V4SV: New Norton’s new superbike unveiled

29 October 2021 by Ben Clarke

Norton have given us the first images and details of their redesigned flagship superbike, which they say is ‘all-new and re-engineered’ to be the ‘most luxurious British superbike ever created’. Now...

Lexmoto LS-N 125 naked takes aim at its premium rivals

29 October 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Small capacity Chinese bike specialists Lexmoto are taking aim at the premium end of the learner-legal sports naked market – revealing a new £3799 LS-N 125 complete with mobile connectivity, an LCD...

BMW's K1600 tourers get ultra-modern dash, suspension and more

28 October 2021 by Phil West

BMW have given their six-cylinder K1600 tourer family a big (and probably overdue) boost for 2022 with updated engines, improved suspension, LED lights, uprated music and, best of all, a massive,...

Multistrada reaches its peak: Ducati all-rounder gets uprated chassis, electronics and more

28 October 2021 by Phil West

These are the first official pictures of the new, performance-enhanced, Pikes Peak version of Ducati’s already brilliant Multistrada V4. We’ve ridden it: Ducati Multilstrada V4 Pikes Peak...

Thirty years of Fireblade magic: Special edition to mark the bike that changed our world

28 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Honda are working on a special edition Fireblade to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the original model. The CBR900RR FireBlade launched to critical and commercial acclaim in 1992, ushering in a new...

Triumph unveil Gold Line versions of Bonneville models available for one year only

26 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

After the success of their limited-edition Gold Line Street Twin in 2020, Triumph have now expanded the offering to eight different models. Each comes in a different colour but all share the same...

Fit for a king: MV Agusta release special edition Superveloce Ago

25 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

MV Agusta have unveiled a special edition Superveloce Ago retro sportsbike to honour the racing successes of ex-factory racer Giacomo Agostini. Ago won 15 world championships across his career, as...

Honda NT1100: a slimmed-down Africa Twin for the roads and for under £12k!

21 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Honda have brought touring back into focus with its new NT1100 – an Africa Twin based sports tourer that has modern performance, old-school practicality and a sensible price tag. Honda say they made...

Supermono for the 21st century: Ducati veteran Terblanche reworks the legendary racer

19 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

The man behind some of the most memorable Ducatis of all time, Pierre Terblanche, has reimagined the Supermono to help launch the new Barber Advanced Design Centre. Related articles on MCN NCCR turn...

KTM have confirmed the 890 SMT is on the way

15 October 2021 by Stuart Prestidge

KTM have launched an SMT model based on the 890 Adventure, and you can read our full KTM 890 SMT review now. A replacement for the old V-twin 990 SMT, spy shots of the touring of version of KTM’s...

Ducati add new Urban Motard and 1100 Tribute Pro models to 2022 retro Scrambler line-up

14 October 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Ducati have added to their already extensive retro Scrambler line-up for 2022 – introducing the seventies-inspired 1100 Tribute Pro and the beaky, road-focussed Urban Motard. Starting with the...

MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR updated, meant to be easier to live with

13 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

The MV Agusta Brutale 800 RR is among the firm’s most popular bikes, and it’s been updated with a new engine, chassis and electronics suite. The idea, so MV say, is to keep things as fun and zippy as...

Cake Kalk AP electric bikes enter service with anti-poaching effort

12 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Swedish electric bike maker Cake have made their first delivery of their Kalk AP bikes to help the fight against poachers in Africa. Rangers have long used off-road bikes to quickly navigate the bush,...

Honda confirm NT1100 release for October 21

12 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Honda have released a teaser video for the upcoming NT1100 that confirms its release as October 21. The video is titled ‘New Touring Era’ and shows standard teaser video stuff – handsome couple riding...

Put a ring on it: MV Agusta launch Nürburgring special edition Brutale

07 October 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Masters of the limited edition, MV have unveiled another short-run model, this time a modified version of their hypernaked Brutale. Called the Nürburgring after the iconic German track, the bike is...

Mid-sized Multi: Ducati welcome more riders to the adventure segment with lighter Multistrada V2

30 September 2021 by Dan Sutherland

Ducati are doing away with their aging Multistrada 950 range for 2022, revealing a new lighter, more approachable Multistrada V2 line-up in its place, complete with a 47bhp version for A2 licence...

Zongshen Cyclone RA9: Aprilia-derived V-twin is a near production-ready concept

30 September 2021 by Ben Purvis

Zongshen might not be a brand that sparks many emotions for European riders but among the hordes of Chinese bike firms it’s a well-respected company that’s been around for decades. Related articles on...

New for old: Kawasaki give their Z650 the retro RS treatment

27 September 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Kawasaki have expanded their retro naked model range to include the A2-friendly Z650RS. Clearly targeted at younger riders, the Z650RS is to the Z900RS as the Z650-B1 was to the Z1 back in the 1970s...

Three new 300s ready to roll from CFMoto

22 September 2021 by Jordan Gibbons

Chinese firm CFMoto have reinvented their range of 300cc singles with three new models. The new 300 CL-X will be joined by a revamped 300NK naked roadster and a high-spec 300SR-R sports model. Details...

Suzuki GSX-S1000GT unveiled: naked roadster gets the Grand Tour treatment

22 September 2021 by Ben Clarke

Suzuki have unveiled a new sports touring version of their recently updated GSX-S1000 called the GT. The new bike uses the same 150bhp K5 GSX-R engine as the naked bike but wrapped in a new set of...

Triumph Tiger 900 gets the James Bond treatment

21 September 2021 by Ben Clarke

To celebrate the long-awaited release of James Bond: No Time to Die, Triumph have announced a Bond Edition of another of their models. Related articles on MCN Triumph Scrambler 1200 Bond Edition The...