John Kim
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2026 Motorcycles in Focus: Heritage, Middleweights, and Test-Ride Wish Lists
A quick features roundup on notable 2026 bikes and themes, from Harley-Davidson heritage to Aprilia’s versatile RS660 Factory and the motorcycles editors are eager to review.
Three Fresh Feature Stories Shaping Today’s Motorcycle Conversation
From a limited-edition Harley to Aprilia’s versatile RS660 Factory and Honda’s increasingly credible electric trials bike, these feature stories spotlight three very different paths in motorcycling.
Three fresh motorcycle talking points: sportbikes, icons, and two-wheel culture
From Aprilia’s RS660 Factory to Harley-Davidson’s revived Super Glide and Vespa’s coffee-table cred, these recent features highlight how performance, heritage, and lifestyle still shape motorcycling.
A Look Back at Hangtown 1982 and a Glimpse at Today’s Feature Stories
From a brief archive nod to Hangtown 1982 to current big-picture motorcycle talking points, here’s a concise features roundup built from the available source excerpts.
What Today’s Feature Stories Say About Motorcycling in 2026
From a revived Harley icon to a still-relevant Piaggio scooter concept and a wave of fresh models, today’s feature stories point to a broad, style-rich motorcycle market in 2026.
Five 2026 Motorcycles We’re Most Eager to Ride
A quick features roundup of five motorcycles drawing the most curiosity for 2026, plus why middleweight sportbikes like the Aprilia RS660 Factory keep the spotlight.
Five 2026 Motorcycles We’re Most Curious to Review
A quick features roundup of five motorcycles generating the most anticipation for 2026, plus why the Aprilia RS660 Factory stands out as a versatile middleweight.
Three very different motorcycles, one clear trend: character still matters
From a sensible 1974 Kawasaki to a refined Aprilia RS660 Factory and a rare green Ducati 750SS, these feature stories show how motorcycles win riders over in very different ways.
New Directions in Motorcycling: Concepts, Commuters, and Street-Trail Crossovers
From Ducati’s new dual-sport to Jawa’s 1000 Sport concept, Aprilia’s polished RS660 Factory, and LiveWire’s S4 Honcho, these feature stories highlight how broad today’s motorcycle landscape has become.
2026 Motorcycles We’re Most Eager to Ride
A quick features roundup of the bikes drawing the most curiosity right now, from a middleweight Aprilia sportbike to a broader wish list for 2026 reviews.
2026 Erzbergrodeo: Lettenbichler Makes It Five Straight
A brief features recap of the 2026 Erzbergrodeo Hard Enduro, where Manuel Lettenbichler beat Billy Bolt? No—only confirmed here: Hart and Roman to claim a fifth consecutive win.
Motorcycles We’re Most Eager to Review in 2026
A quick look at five motorcycles Motorcyclist says it’s most excited to put through their paces in 2026, and why anticipation is building around fresh test opportunities.
Aprilia RS660 Factory: A Sharper Middleweight for Street and Track
Aprilia’s RS660 Factory is framed as a middleweight sportbike that mixes everyday comfort, precise handling, and refined electronics for commuting, canyon rides, and trackdays.
Motorbike features spotlight: sportbikes, race style, and motocross nostalgia
A quick features roundup touching on Aprilia’s RS660 Factory, REV’IT!’s made-to-measure MotoGP leathers, and a look back at Hangtown 1996.
Motorcycles We’re Most Curious About Right Now
From an anticipated 2026 test lineup to commuter-friendly middleweights and small-bore city bikes, these are the motorcycles catching attention for practical reasons, not just headline specs.
A fresh cross-section of 2026 motorcycles: sportbikes, dirt bikes, and what riders want next
From Aprilia’s RS660 Factory to Kawasaki’s revived two-strokes and Beta’s expanded enduro lineup, these recent features sketch a revealing picture of what riders are excited about in 2026.
Middleweight Excitement and 2026 Test-Bike Anticipation
A quick features roundup: Aprilia’s RS660 Factory promises everyday usability with sharp performance, while editors also highlight five motorcycles they’re eager to review in 2026.
Five Motorcycles We’re Most Eager to Review in 2026
A quick look at five motorcycles generating the most anticipation for 2026 testing, plus why Aprilia’s RS660 Factory stands out as a benchmark for everyday sportbike versatility.
Bikes We’re Watching: 2026 Motorcycles That Already Have Us Interested
From a refined middleweight sportbike to a handful of anticipated test candidates, these early 2026 highlights point to a promising year for riders and reviewers alike.
Motorcycles We’re Most Curious to Ride in 2026
From a refined middleweight sportbike to a sharper ADV contender, these are the 2026 motorcycles drawing attention for their mix of usability, performance, and fresh engineering ideas.