december

Laser vision! Headlight fibre optics could revolutionise the way riders see in the dark

01 January 2024 by Ben Purvis

Recent years have seen the biggest technical revolution around motorcycle lighting since the introduction of the electric lamp – with the filament bulb finally giving way to brighter LED headlights...

Mild to wild: KTM introduce variable cam duration and lift for 1390 Super Duke R engine

19 December 2023 by Ben Purvis

The latest KTM Super Duke R may have grabbed headlines for its increased engine capacity, but there’s some clever valve timing tech hidden inside the heads that’s worth talking about, too. Variable...

Bosch aim to bring traction control to all motorcycles

18 December 2023 by Dan Sutherland

The Head of Bosch’s Two-Wheeler and Powersports unit, Geoff Liersch, says he’s committed to supplying electronic safety aids – including traction control – to all motorcycles globally, to help prevent...

Yamaha get amped up: New MT-09 gets an intake amplifier to enhance the riding soundtrack

08 December 2023 by Ben Purvis

Yamaha have taken steps to make sure their MT-09 naked models make the best sound possible – for the rider, at least. Like exhaust fumes, noise emissions are closely monitored and limited under Euro5,...

CFMoto showcase 675 engine concept: New triple set to top 100bhp

01 December 2023 by Phil West

CFMoto have released more details about their upcoming 675cc three-cylinder engine platform, which looks destined to spawn a new road-friendly sportsbike. The ambitious Chinese brand not only...