Category: Bikes

The Sportster lineage from The Motor Company has always held a special place in the hearts of custom motorcycle enthusiasts, with models like the Forty-Eight often serving as a blank canvas for builders worldwide. Among…

Craig Marleau has been a devoted motorcycle enthusiast for as long as he can recall, with his passion igniting at the age of nine when his father surprised him with his first bike, a modest…

Picture this: you’re cruising through the hipster haven of Brooklyn, soaking in the trendy atmosphere that defines the area. Perhaps you’re on your vintage Vespa scooter, thinking you’re the epitome of hipster cool. But then,…

Bryce Schmidt, a talented custom bike builder based in Salina, Kansas, operates Schmidt Motos LLC, crafting motorcycles that defy conventionality. Despite working from his modest home garage, Schmidt’s creations are nothing short of astounding, reflecting…

Elemental Custom Cycles (ECC), situated in Neustadt an der Aisch, Germany, was established in 2017 by Thomas Lambert, embodying a philosophy that rejects mundane designs in favor of bespoke creations. This ethos guides ECC’s custom…

Sunday’s victory marked only the second win of Daniel Suárez’s career, yet it stands as a remarkable achievement. Clinching victory with a last-lap pass in a three-wide photo finish, the Mexican driver secured a momentous…

Tiago Goncalves and Luis Costa, operating under the banner of Unik Motorcycles in Lisbon, Portugal, are distinguished for their comprehensive custom builds. While primarily known for their bespoke creations, they occasionally undertake restomod projects, such…

What a whirlwind of a week it has been, and the excitement only continues to ramp up—last week kicked off with my inaugural ride on the Kove MX250. Following that, I found myself in South…

We recently had the opportunity to experience the 2024 Yamaha YZ450FX firsthand at the Ampro Proving Grounds in Union, South Carolina. This facility holds significance as it serves as the testing and training grounds for…

Last month, the annual Las Vegas Mecum auction unfolded, as it does every January, attracting high-dollar motorcycles seeking new owners. While typically associated with sky-high prices, this year saw a departure from the norm. Although…

While motorcycles are generally less complex than four-wheeled vehicles, they are still susceptible to assembly errors, which can have unexpected and potentially dangerous consequences. Case in point: Suzuki’s newly released GSX-8R model, unveiled at the…

Last week marked a bustling period for motorcycle enthusiasts, with major manufacturers like Triumph and Buell unveiling exciting new models or updates for the upcoming model year. Honda, the renowned Japanese brand, also joined the…

The latest iteration of Triumph’s Tiger lineup, known as the Tiger 1200, has undergone significant updates for the 2024 model year, marking one of the most substantial revisions since its inception just three years ago.…

Buell’s Super Cruiser is a variant of 1190 that has seen significant design input not only from Buell’s team but also from Roland Sands Design, a renowned custom and tuning powerhouse. Compared to its base…

The release of a new MotoGP model is always a significant event, as these machines represent the pinnacle of two-wheeled technology. The winter months are a hive of activity for race teams as they prepare…

Marcelo Obarrio and Germán Karp form an exceptional team, crafting unique masterpieces as STG Tracker in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Originally a solo venture by Marcelo, who completed his inaugural professional build in 2013, the shop…

The inaugural event of the 2024 Red Line Oil AMA National Enduro Series, presented by Beta Motorcycles and MSR, kicked off with the FMF Sumter National Enduro. Hosted near the Sumter, SC air force base,…

Today’s Two-Stroke Tuesday on Dirt Bike Magazine showcases a distinctive off-road creation crafted by MX Skill Shack, a newly established venture by Charles Lytle of mXrevival and Tony Jeske of Elite Moto Factory. They present…

Brad Binder and Jack Miller were instrumental in unveiling KTM’s updated RC16 during the recent pre-season test in Malaysia. The factory KTM RC16, featuring the iconic orange and dark blue livery, made its debut with…

The 2024 Monster Energy Supercross season voyaged back to the western circuit for its sixth round this past weekend, and once again, a new champion emerged. Ken Roczen marked his territory in the winner’s circle,…

KTM’s presence in Malaysia during the commencement of the new MotoGP season was rather subdued as Ducati stole the spotlight with a remarkable display of record-breaking lap times over the course of the three-day test.…

Ethan and the entire J Day Offroad team are elated to unveil the forthcoming release of “The J Day Chronicles,” a captivating documentary series offering an insider’s view of the J Day Off Road series.…

After spending several years racing Hondas independently, Campbell officially joined Honda in 1992 as an off-road racer aboard the XR600R. His breakthrough victory came in 1995 at the Nevada Rally, marking the beginning of a…

What a difference seven days can make! These images capture the transformation within that timeframe. Thanks to a major storm hitting Southern California, we managed to complete our 125cc Shootout testing just before it struck.…