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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Eicma 2018: Benelli unveil 752S naked middleweight

07 November 2018 by Ben Clarke

Benelli have unveiled an exciting new sporty naked middleweight at Eicma 2018 in Milan. The Benelli 752S uses a 750cc, liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine making 75bhp (the same as a Suzuki SV650X),...

Eicma 2018: Husqvarna unveil Vitpilen 701 Aero concept

07 November 2018 by Ben Clarke

Husqvarna have unveiled a new concept for a faired sporty single at EICMA 2018. The Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 Aero is a retro-inspired motorbike built around the firm’s Vitpilen 701...

Triumph Speed Twin: the story

07 November 2018 by Richard Newland

When Triumph set out to develop their new Speed Twin the goal was to create a bike that combined the style of a modern classic with the performance and handling of a modern roadster. Also read:...

Eicma 2018: Husqvarna unveil EE 5 electric motorcycle

07 November 2018 by MCN News

Husqvarna’s first electric motorbike will arrive at authorised dealers in the summer of 2019. The Husqvarna EE 5 is aimed at young riders and makes just shy of 7bhp. MORE #EICMA2018 NEWS Eicma 2018:...

EICMA: BMW reveal C400GT scooter for 2019

06 November 2018 by Ben Clarke

BMW have unveiled a new Gran Turismo middleweight scooter at EICMA 2018 in Milan. The BMW C400GT will sit alongside the BMW C400X as a long-range touring version of the popular scooter. Using the same...

Eicma 2018: BMW reveal new R1250R and RS

06 November 2018 by Jordan Gibbons

As well as the new R1250GSA, BMW have just unveiled a new R1250R and RS, which are the naked and sport-touring versions of the flagship adventure machine. Read the full 2019-on BMW R1250GS review...

Eicma 2018: Yamaha XSR700 XTribute launched

05 November 2018 by Richard Newland

Harking back to the now legendary 1981 XT500 trail bike, the new XTribute is an XSR700-based reimagining of the 80s do-it-all. While it’s a long way from being a true descendant (the new Ténéré 700 is...

New 2000cc British naked!

27 October 2018 by MCN News

South West England bike dealer Moto Corsa have announced ambitions to become a low-volume motorcycle manufacturer by this week unveiling their first machine. They plan to produce up to 20 of the...

Ducati release first teaser of new off-road model

10 October 2018 by Dan Sutherland

Ducati have released a first teaser image for a new off-road model, promising further information will be released on October 12. Stay tuned: 12 October a new bike is coming! ⌚️11 am CEST ...

Piaggio start taking orders for Vespa Elettrica scooters

09 October 2018 by MCN News

Piaggo Group have started taking deposits of £550 for their Vespa Elettrica scooter online. The remaining balance of the £5999 price will be settled with a local dealer. MCN MODEL GUIDES Triumph...

Peugeot unveil new motorbike concept at Paris Motor Show

04 October 2018 by Ben Clarke

Peugeot have unveiled a new concept motorcycle in two different formats at the Paris Motor Show. The P2X was shown in a 125cc roadster and 300cc café racer format with a neo-retro feel. MORE NEW BIKE...

Intermot: Horex launch new six

03 October 2018 by Matt Wildee

Oddball manufacturer Horex used its home event, Intermot, to showcase a new version of its VR6-engined nakeds – and indicated that they may be coming to the UK. Designed and built near Munich, the...

Intermot: 2019 Suzuki RM-Z250 full details released

03 October 2018 by Ben Clarke

The full details of the 2019 Suzuki RM-Z250 have been released and it has a raft of upgrades from the current model, including a brand-new chassis and an uprated engine. Now in its twelth year of...

Intermot: Aprilia update Shiver 900

03 October 2018 by Richard Newland

The Aprilia Shiver 900 has had some lovely detail changes for 2019, with the lead amongst them being a new exhaust aimed at venting its gasses more effectively and new colour schemes dubbed...

Intermot: 2019 BMW R1250RT unveiled

02 October 2018 by MCN News

BMW have announced an R1250RT to be released alongside their headline-grabbing R1250GS model. The RT used to be seen as an ‘old man’s bike’ – a dependable high-miler that offered cosseting comfort and...

2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT - the story

02 October 2018 by MCN News

The 2019 KTM 1290 Super Duke GT broke cover at Intermot, Cologne in 2018. The new bike gets a raft of technical upgrades including a 6.5” TFT dash, Quickshifter+ and lean-angle sensitivity for braking...

Yamaha WR450F coming soon

02 October 2018 by Ben Clarke

Details have been released of the 2019 Yamaha WR450F and there are lots of new features aimed at making the bike as adaptable as possible. The engine is all-new, as is the YZ450F-based bilateral beam...

2019 Ninja ZX-10R - the story

02 October 2018 by MCN News

MCN has already ridden this bike. Full Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R review on MCN. With a fourth world title freshly in the bag for Jonathan Rea over the weekend, you’d think Kawasaki might take a year off...

Video: Secrets of the Triumph Moto2 765 explored

24 September 2018 by MCN News

Next year Triumph will take over from Honda as engine supplier for Moto2, MotoGP’s feeder class. The UK firm are using a motor based on their Street Triple 765 powerplant, which has been tested over...

Can-Am release new Ryker three wheeler

13 September 2018 by Jordan Gibbons

Can-Am have released a new cheaper model called the Ryker, which is aimed at a younger audience. Starting from just £8699, the Ryker follows the same three-wheeled concept as the Spyder but it’s...

Video: Kawasaki's homologation ZX-10RR

10 September 2018 by Adam Child

Kawasaki have unveiled the 500-run special edition of their 2019 ZX-10R, the ZX-10RR at an event in Japan. The demanding Kawasaki Autopolis test track is 4.6km long, the perfect place to test their...

Video: Indian release details of 2019 Chief models

03 September 2018 by Ben Clarke

Indian Motorcycles have announced updates to their 2019 Chief models, with both gaining improvements to engines and electronics packages. The Chief Vintage and Chief Dark Horse will get three...

Updated KTM 1090 gets new lease of life

29 August 2018 by MCN News

The KTM 1090 Adventure is an accomplished machine, especially the off-road focused R, but sales have struggled in the face of competition from the Austrian brand’s own KTM 1290 Adventure. With the...

Gun manufacturer Kalashnikov unveils two new electric motorcycles

29 August 2018 by Dan Sutherland

Russian arms producers Kalashnikov have revealed two new electric motorcycles, with both machines offering rugged all-terrain looks and trail bike inspired characteristics. Produced by the same firm...

Harley-Davidson announce further model updates for 2019 range

22 August 2018 by Dan Sutherland

American cruiser experts Harley-Davidson have unveiled a series of updates to their CVO, trike and touring ranges for 2019, including new colour schemes, audio systems and improved handling...

Harley unleash new FXDR performance cruiser

22 August 2018 by Jordan Gibbons

Harley-Davidson‘s new performance cruiser looks set to have the ‘go’ to match its drag-strip styling. The new, street fighter-style FXDR doesn’t just have Harley’s latest, most torquey Big Twin...

Recall issued for new Alta electric enduros

22 August 2018 by MCN News

In a letter published online, the US Department of Transportation has issued a safety recall for the Alta Redshift EXR and MXR electric bikes. The problem was described as follows: “Alta Motors (Alta)...

Spied! Will Ducati release a revamped Hypermotard for 2019?

17 August 2018 by Matt Wildee

This spy shot sugggests Ducati will release a revamped Hypermotard for 2019, with a new engine that paves the way for a major makeover of the Italian firm’s middleweight range. As well as what looks...

KTM RC390R: 'Ultimate A2-licence bike almost worth the money'

07 August 2018 by Bruce Dunn

KTM’s £7699 RC390R is the ultimate A2-spec bike – if any new riders have the cash to ride one, says MCN Road Tester Bruce Dunn. “Based on the popular 44bhp single-cylinder race rep, the R is the...

Harley-Davidson tease two new Softails

30 July 2018 by Jordan Gibbons

As if loads of new middleweights and electric bikes wasn’t enough, Harley-Davidson have teased two new models in their ‘More Roads to Harley-Davidson’ video. Just over halfway through, Harley gives us...

KTM 790 Adventure R: “It's ideal for a blast with mates”

29 July 2018 by Adam Child

KTM’s new 790 Adventure R has been looking like the hottest bike of 2019 for a little while now. In short they’ve paired a retuned engine from the KTM 790 Duke with an adventure bike chassis and...

Sneak preview: New Ducati Diavel is cornering king

28 July 2018 by Matt Wildee

The 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S is set to be the most advanced super-cruiser the world has ever seen and will see of most sportsbikes. With over 150bhp and gut-wrenching torque, combined with...

2019 Kawasaki KX450 unveiled

25 July 2018 by Dan Sutherland

Kawasaki have released details surrounding the new 2019 Kawasaki KX450 motocross bike, which boasts a more powerful engine and a lighter aluminium chassis than its predecessor. Aimed squarely at...

Four new Brit bikes to launch: Levis bounces back after Covid with three new machines, plus a V10 in the wings

19 July 2018 by Dan Sutherland

Although delayed by Covid-19 and other issues, this radical, all-new V6, which will also revive the historic British Levis brand, will be launched next year. First seen in MCN as this prototype...

Husqvarna reveal details of revised FS450 supermoto

17 July 2018 by MCN News

Husqvarna have just revealed details of their revised FS450 supermoto and it is the most advanced we’ve ever seen. A tweaked motor makes 63bhp while weighing just 27kg, and there is a new frame, which...

New extra sporty Ducati Diavel spied in testing

12 July 2018 by Jordan Gibbons

When Ducati unveiled the Diavel in 2010, we were bowled over by the mad combination of cruiser stance combined with sporty handling and a superbike engine. Now spy pics show that Ducati are working on...