For the 100th edition of the 6DAYS FIM Enduro of Nations, KTM is launching a limited EXC special series with one two-stroke and four four-stroke models. The machines feature a design in Portugal’s colours and are set to reach dealers from August.
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Motorcycles 2026
Under this tag you will find articles related to motorcycles introduced for the 2026 model year. This includes new releases, model updates and special editions from various manufacturers.
The list below brings together all content covering motorcycles of the 2026 model year — ranging from technical specifications and equipment details to launch information and background reports.
ZXMoto has put two new middleweight motorcycles into production, the 820RR-R and the 820R, arriving first at dealers in China. The more powerful 820RR-R produces 145 hp and uses components from Brembo and KYB, while the naked 820R is built on the same three-cylinder engine.
Ducati unveiled its first racing supermoto, the Desmo450 SM, at the World Ducati Week 2026 in Misano. The pre-production model is based on the Desmo450 MX, is intended exclusively for competition use, and will be fully revealed with complete technical specifications in September.
Brough Superior Dagger S with 102 HP and a new riding position: narrower, sportier, and with honeycomb carbon. What separates the S version from the standard Dagger.
The revised naked bike gains new WP suspension technology, a sharper design and more comfort without getting more expensive. The price stays at 8,699 euros (approximately $9,400), with sales starting in late July 2026.
British start-up Veloce Motorcycles has unveiled the Aperion, a naked bike whose eight-cylinder two-stroke engine is claimed to produce 280 hp from 1,000 cc. The machine, shown at the Bike Shed Moto Show in London, is set to enter production from 2027 in a limited series of 24 units.
Ducati expands its off-road program with the Desmo250 MX, bringing the first 250cc motocrosser with desmodromic valve actuation to market. The completely new 249.7 cm³ single-cylinder revs to 15,000 rpm and shares key design features with the engine of the Panigale V4 R.
California-based Lightfighter has developed the V3-RS and V3-RH, two fully electric race motorcycles designed to take on modern supersport machines. With the V3-RH, the brand makes its MotoAmerica debut in 2026, competing in the Super Hooligan class against gasoline-powered rivals.
With the Stealth 500, Fantic expands its Stealth range with an A2-eligible naked bike that is technically based on the Caballero 500 single-cylinder. The Italian manufacturer states a dry weight of 147 kilograms and an output of 45 hp.
LiveWire has started series production of the S4 Honcho Trail and S4 Honcho Street electric minibikes. The first machines are expected to reach dealerships in summer 2026, with prices in Germany starting at 5,299 euros.
With the Desmo450 EDS, Ducati brings its first modern street-legal enduro to market, transferring desmodromic valve actuation to this class for the first time. Sales in Europe begin in July 2026, with the motorcycle expected to start at €12,490 in Germany.
Ultraviolette is bringing the Shockwave to market — a lightweight electric motorcycle for road and off-road use, with deliveries in India set to begin in July 2026. Unlike expensive electric sportbikes, this straightforward concept could help the manufacturer break into Western markets such as Europe.
Honda has officially confirmed the CB1000F, a retro naked bike with an inline-four engine, for the US market and simultaneously announced the return of the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP and CBR1000RR supersports for the 2027 model year. The lineup spans from a 124 hp classic-inspired machine to a 217 hp track weapon with MotoGP technology.
For 2026, CFMOTO is expanding several popular models with new colors and additional variants. The highlights include a limited 675NK in a racing-inspired design, a lower-seated 1000MT-X and a new color for the 450MT.
CFMOTO expands the 800MT range with a new flagship model featuring an electronically controlled suspension and comprehensive rider assistance electronics. The market launch is scheduled for mid-June 2026, with the price set at EUR 10,999 in Germany.
The CFMoto 250 Dual is a lightweight enduro for the A2 license class, already available in several European countries starting at 2,990 euros (approximately 3,470 US dollars). Weighing 154 kilograms with a water-cooled single-cylinder engine producing around 25 hp, the model targets beginners and budget-conscious riders.
With the SRK 800 RC, QJMotor launches an inline-four supersport machine with 125 hp that is derived directly from the SRK 800 RS World Championship racer. At 10,999 euros, the Chinese model takes on established rivals like the Honda CBR 600 RR and Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R.
The Honda CB1000F made its public debut at two events in France. At the MotoGP weekend in Le Mans and the Sunday Ride Classic in Le Castellet, Honda showcased the new four-cylinder roadster alongside legendary racing machines and three-time World Champion Freddie Spencer.
BMW Motorrad launches the M 1000 RR as a strictly limited special edition for the 2026 Isle of Man Tourist Trophy. Only 115 units in British Racing Green, based on the M Competition, starting at 49,900 euros in Germany.
From a barn in South Yorkshire, a family business now delivers two handcrafted 600cc singles. The first ride review reveals character, but also teething problems with the pre-production models.