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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Kawasaki Z H2 gets Skyhook suspension for SE model in 2021

23 November 2020 by Ben Clarke

Kawasaki has added a new SE version of its Z H2 super-naked for 2021. As with other Kawasaki SE variants, the Z H2 SE features Showa’s Skyhook adaptive suspension. Latest:2021 Kawasaki Z H2 SE...

Ducati announce track-focused Panigale V4SP in 2021 superbike range

18 November 2020 by Ben Clarke

Ducati have updated the Panigale V4 range for 2021, including a new track-focused SP (Sport Production) model. The numbered special comes with a host of updates to make it even more capable on track...

In detail: Yamaha's 2021 range revealed

17 November 2020 by Dan Sutherland

Having announced of a flurry of new Tracer touring models earlier today, Yamaha have this evening confirmed a series of smaller updates to the likes of their sportiest MT and R125s, plus the end of...

Easier Tiger! New Triumph Tiger 850 Sport is a relaxed route into adventure riding

17 November 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

The Triumph Tiger 850 Sport is a new base model Tiger for next year, which replaces the base-spec Tiger 900 as a more accessible entry into the range. Related: Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro...

Energica surges ahead with new RS models

12 November 2020 by Andy Calton

Energica continues to blaze a trail in the electric bike market with three stunning new RS models. Each of the firm’s three machines; the Ego+ (below), Eva Ribelle (in main image above) and Eva...

Ducati unveil new Scrambler Nightshift in Euro5 updated range

11 November 2020 by Ben Clarke

Ducati have tweaked their Scrambler range for 2021, including new colour options for the entry level 800 Icon and the Desert Sled, plus an all new variant called the Nightshift. Related articles on...

The XDiavel's in the detail: 2021 model updates for Ducati's cruiser

11 November 2020 by Ben Clarke

Ducati have added two new models to create a family of three XDiavel variants. The XDiavel S is now joined by the XDiavel Dark and the XDiavel Black Star, each with their own style and...

On a charge! It's the best electric motorbikes coming soon in 2021

11 November 2020 by MCN News

Electric motorcycles are only becoming better and more common, so it’s no surprise that there’s more to come in 2020, and beyond. Latest news: Swappable battery project between Honda, Yamaha, KTM and...

Singles only: KTM reveal 2021 690 range

10 November 2020 by Ben Clarke

KTM have updated their 690 Enduro R and SMC R models for 2021 with a Euro5-friendly version of the big-bore thumper engine. Related articles on MCN Honda unveil 2021 NC750X, X-ADV and CB1000R Royal...

Practical magic: Honda update NC750X, X-ADV for 2021 plus CB1000R and CB125R

10 November 2020 by Ben Clarke

Honda have revealed updated versions of both the NC750X and X-ADV for 2021, continuing to blur the line between motorbike and scooter. Both machines use the 58bhp, 750cc parallel-twin engine and DCT...

Breaking: BMW reveal R1250RT with radar cruise control

15 October 2020 by Ben Clarke

BMW have become the second manufacturer to release a model with radar guided cruise control having pulled the wraps off the 2021 R1250RT tourer. The all-conquering tourer also gets a rejuvenated look...

Zero Motorcycles 2021 model updates

15 October 2020 by Andy Calton

Zero have announced updates to their range of production electric bikes for 2021 with colour changes throughout and a series of detail and specification changes. Related articles on MCN Zero SR/S...

Honda update 650s and give Africa Twin new colour option

01 October 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Honda have given their 650s a small handling and convenience boost while also treating the Africa Twin to a new paintjob in their latest range update for 2021. First up, the Africa Twin because the...

Big-bore Niken rival under development by Aprilia

24 September 2020 by Ben Purvis

Yamaha have been out to make the leaning three-wheeler market their own – developing the Tricity scooter range and the MT-09-based Niken – but Piaggio first popularised the idea and now want their own...

Fun at the ton: Suzuki unveils 100th anniversary GSX-R1000R

09 September 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Suzuki have announced a limited edition GSX-R1000R to celebrate the company’s 100th anniversary. Related: Full Suzuki GSX-R1000R review on MCN Have Suzuki really been around that long we hear you...

Third time's a charm: Could this be Royal Enfield's 650 cruiser?

04 September 2020 by Dan Sutherland

A pair of short videos have been uploaded to YouTube appearing to show a new Royal Enfield cruiser in testing, powered by the same basic engine as the firm’s existing 650s – the Interceptor and...

Harley-Davidson's 2021 Bronx bites the bullet

02 September 2020 by MCN News

The Harley-Davidson Bronx streetfighter, which was unveiled as a prototype last year and scheduled to go on sale in 2021, has been canned. The 975cc super-naked was unveiled at the Milan show (EICMA)...

The super naked with the X factor: limited edition, track-only Tuono V4 X is lightest and most powerful yet

01 September 2020 by Phil West

This ultra-trick, track-only version of Aprilia’s Tuono V4 has just been unveiled and is claimed to be the lightest and most powerful production super naked ever. Related articles on MCN Best super...

Royal Enfield Tribute Black limited edition marks end of 500cc engine

24 August 2020 by Ben Clarke

Royal Enfield’s Classic Tribute Black limited edition marking the end of the firm’s 500cc engine is here, and it costs £5499. Related articles on MCN Prices announced for Royal Enfield Bullet...

CCM Spitfire Blackout pays tribute to bikes used in upcoming Marvel Black Widow feature film

21 August 2020 by Dan Sutherland

CCM have revealed a new Spitfire Blackout model to commemorate their appearance in the upcoming Marvel movie; Black Widow, starring Scarlett Johansson. The Bolton-based brand prepared six rugged...

Super Soco reveal new electric CPx maxi scooter

19 August 2020 by Phil West

Meet the Super Soco CPx: the new, ‘super-sized’, electric maxi scoot from the UK’s best-selling electric motorcycle brand. Check out our full Super Soco CPx review. Complete with two seats and...

Reborn electric BMW C1 gets airbags, safety cell, active aero and can be ridden as a normal bike

11 August 2020 by Ben Purvis

Before BMW’s R1250GS took up residence at the top of the sales charts the German firm spent years searching for a machine that would bring it to prominence – and as the millennium dawned it was the...

Fantic Caballero Scrambler gets funky, urban makeover for Deluxe edition

29 July 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Fantic have a brand-new limited-edition version of their Caballero Scrambler 500, which brings a number of practical updates along with some nice cosmetic tweaks. Called the Deluxe, it forgoes the...

Honda CT125 Hunter Cub adventure bike not coming to Europe

12 July 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Don’t laugh but Honda CT125 Hunter Cub might be the adventure bike everyone is asking for… they’ve based it on the king of small bikes – the C125 Super Cub! Whenever we ask people what they want from...

Mad for mods? Production begins on ultra-customisable CCM Spitfire Six

02 July 2020 by Dan Sutherland

CCM have started production on the sixth incarnation of their Spitfire range, aptly dubbed the Six, promising more personalisation than any model to come before it. Having first shown the minimalist...

Get ready to rally: Indian’s new FTR Rally ramps up the retro appeal

01 July 2020 by Mike Armitage

Last year’s Indian FTR1200 took me rather by surprise. Although obviously inspired by the firm’s dominant 750cc flat-track racers, I expected the road bike to be a laid-back retro rather than edgy and...

New Bullit V-Bob 250 twin offers cool cruiser style for less than £4k

19 June 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Bullit have launched a new 250cc V-twin called the V-Bob 250, which combines the same engine found in their retro Bluroc with added cruiser style. Related: Best A2 licence motorbikes Related: Learn...

City slickers: Seat reveal three electric scooters for personal and fleet use

17 June 2020 by Dan Sutherland

In a bid to cut urban congestion and move people away from public transport, car manufacturer, Seat, have revealed three new electric scooters, available to both private buyers and for fleet and...

Hyped up: Ducati reveal Hypermotard 950 RVE

15 June 2020 by Dan Sutherland

Meet the Ducati Hypermotard 950 RVE: an updated standard Hypermotard 950, complete with striking new graphics kit and an up-and-down quickshifter, set to arrive in dealers in July. Revealed earlier...

Mutt Razorback 125 packs bark and bite

12 June 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Mutt are going from strength-to-strength in 2020. They’ve unveiled two all-new bikes and they opened the doors to their East London store back in March. If you’re not familiar with Mutt, they’ve made...

Short circuit shocker: Kawasaki hint at electric future with new film series

10 June 2020 by Dan Sutherland

Kawasaki have revealed their tenth YouTube short film (below) detailing the latest evolution of their ‘EV Endeavor’ electric motorcycle project, showing what appears to be a middleweight-equivalent...

MV Agusta pull covers off ultra-limited edition Brutale 1000 RR ML

02 June 2020 by Ben Clarke

MV Agusta have revealed an ultra-exclusive version of their flagship Brutale 1000 RR hypernaked on Facebook. In fact, it doesn’t get more exclusive than this – the bike is number 001/001. Along with...

We've been expecting you: Triumph release Scrambler 1200 Bond Edition

21 May 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Triumph have unveiled the Scrambler 1200 Bond Edition – a limited run of their Scrambler 1200 XE, with a few added touches that make it a bike fit for a secret agent. The bike is inspired by the 25th...

Limited edition Harley-Davidson FXDR coming to the UK and Ireland

20 May 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

A limited edition custom Harley-Davidson FXDR that is only available in the UK and Ireland is now in dealers. Called the FXDR 114 Limited Edition, it’s still running the standard softail frame and...

Carbon-clad MV Agusta Rush 1000 set to arrive in June for 300-unit limited production run

19 May 2020 by Gareth Evans

The bonkers limited-edition hyper-naked MV Agusta Rush 1000 will be built from June 2020 and is set to feature Formula 1 and MotoGP technology. With only 300 units to be produced, we’re expecting the...

Husqvarna Svartpilen gets added bite: Spyshots reveal 890 twin-powered urban scrambler

12 May 2020 by Jordan Gibbons

Husqvarna are working on a larger and more powerful version of their Svartpilen, powered by the engine from KTM’s 890 Duke and dubbed the 901. The current 701 Svartpilen (powered by the 690 Duke unit)...