At EICMA 2026 in Milan, Arai is unveiling the Horizon-X, a new full-face helmet for the road. At the same time, the manufacturer is showing the design of the limited 2027 TT edition of the RX-7V EVO, this time with a blue instead of a black logo.
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In this category you will find articles covering motorcycle accessories for everyday riding and track use. This includes equipment, technical components, riding gear and practical upgrades for different purposes.
The list below brings together product presentations, new releases, technical details and information regarding features, specifications and availability. Covered topics may include helmets, protective clothing, luggage systems, electronic devices, suspension components and specialized add-on parts.
This section provides an overview of accessory developments and products related to functionality, comfort and customization in the motorcycle sector.
After almost nine years, Bridgestone is replacing its Battlax Adventure A41 adventure bike tyre. The new A42 is said to offer more grip in the wet, last longer and run more quietly, but it will launch in 2027 in only some of the sizes.
Motorcycle clothing manufacturer Held is taking over Hans van Wijk’s business in Zoetermeer in the Netherlands. After the major fire in 2025 and a quick restart, the shop is set to grow to more than 800 m² under new management.
Continental is replacing its ContiMotion sport-touring tyre with the ContiMotion EVO. The successor is said to steer more agilely and grip better in the wet, but launches in just four sizes.
HIGHSIDER expands its Victory mirror family with the new Victory ULTRA line and a flatter, noticeably larger mirror head. Five mounting versions, matching bar ends and new LED indicators are part of the launch.
An independent test programme from Australia has been assessing motorcycle clothing for eight years and has reached an uncomfortable conclusion. The protection offered by jackets and trousers with European certification is falling year after year, even though every item tested still meets the standard.
GoPro is evidently working in earnest on its own motorcycle helmet. Newly published patent documents show a blind spot warning that relies not on radar or cameras, but on microphones and machine learning.
With Mesh Boost, Cardo is rolling out a free update for the Packtalk range that raises the maximum group size from 15 to 31 participants. Also new are an open channel for riders you have never met and the option to set up groups from the sofa before the tour even starts.
Insta360 has unveiled the X6, the new flagship of the X series with two square Sony sensors and 8K recording at 50 frames per second. For motorcyclists, one accessory package is of particular interest: it includes a concealed engine microphone, automatic number plate blurring and a dashcam mode with loop recording.
Touratech Suspension offers a purpose-developed shock for both the Kove 450 Rally and the Kove 800X Pro, plus a cartridge kit for the fork of the 800X Pro. Prices range from 1,299 to 1,899 euros, with a quoted delivery time of three to four weeks.
Built-in cameras do not make a vehicle illegal in any European country, not even in Austria or Switzerland. Retrofitted cameras are another matter: in Baden-Württemberg the state data protection commissioner imposed fines of 1,000 to 2,000 euros on vehicle owners.
Kemimoto’s summer jacket is made almost entirely of mesh fabric and comes with seven removable protectors. Real-world testing in peak summer heat shows how far the concept of maximum ventilation combined with full protector coverage really goes.
Waze has introduced a dedicated mode for motorcyclists that uses artificial intelligence to calculate suitable routes and warns of hazards like potholes. The rollout starts in seven countries, with Germany not yet among them.
Brembo and CFMoto have signed a long-term strategic partnership that goes far beyond a normal supplier relationship. For Europe’s motorcycle industry, it’s a signal that Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali underscored in blunt terms at almost the same time.
French airbag specialist In&motion is bringing its automatic emergency call function to Germany. After an airbag deployment, the system alerts a professional assistance service, even if the rider is no longer able to respond.
The Cardo Beyond GTS has won a Red Dot Award even though the smart helmet isn’t on sale yet. The award recognizes the interplay of integrated technology, safety features and design.
CFMoto and Brembo have agreed on a long-term strategic partnership that goes far beyond a simple supply relationship. Future mid- and large-capacity motorcycles are set to benefit, as their braking systems will be co-developed from the very start.
Insta360 launches the Luna Ultra, its first gimbal camera, taking direct aim at DJI’s Osmo Pocket lineup. The Leica co-developed model combines two lenses, 8K video and a detachable touchscreen that doubles as a remote control.
A granted patent by US corporation Polaris describes a connected helmet that monitors the rider’s condition and communicates directly with the vehicle. If the system detects increasing fatigue, it can issue warnings and subsequently intervene in vehicle functions.
WD-40 Company launches the WD-40 Specialist Bio Lubricant Spray, which the manufacturer describes as the first multi-purpose spray in its category to receive the EU Ecolabel. The product features an 85 percent bio-based formula and is designed to deliver proven lubrication performance despite its environmental certification.